Mortgage applications were essentially flat this week, decreasing only slightly, yet still reflecting buyer reservations, economists say, with rates hitting a four-month high and market volatility related to the election and the upcomingFed meeting.  According to the latest Weekly Applications Survey from the Mortgage Bankers Association, purchase applications fell for the fifth-straight week, down 0.1%…

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Fridman had been affiliated with Compass since 2017 and was a top producer at the firm. His departure was reportedly announced internally at the end of last week by Regional Vice President Parker Beatty.

Discovering Costa del Sol: why Americans are finding their Dream Homes in Europe’s mini Los Angeles  The Canary

Easing mortgage rates and increased inventory in September undercut buyer anxiety from the previous months, leading to a 7.6 percent month over month increase in contract signings.

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AIMCo and Ridgeback buy City & Docklands’ London BTR scheme  Property Week

Pending Home Sales Advanced 7.4% in September  National Association of REALTORS®

Rechat markets itself as an "experience management platform" for its library of tools that assist agents from lead initiation through deal completion — the entire transaction experience.

Former Compass Regional President Danielle Wilkie and long-time coach Heather Frick have launched The Helm coaching platform to elevate women in real estate.

Trump Towers' demand surges in India amid US election uncertainty  NewsBytes

Mortgage Rates Hit 7 Percent One Week Before U.S. Presidential Election  The World Property Journal

Nashville nudged out of top spot in new U.S. real estate market outlook  Tennessean

Abu Dhabi’s ADNEC Group takes over London’s Business District Centre  Arabian Business

REC Europe Awards 2024: It is time to make your submissions  Real Estate Capital Europe

Kick off 2025 with Inman Connect New York, the must-attend event for real estate pros looking to overcome market challenges. Discover new strategies, connect with industry leaders, and position yourself for growth in the year ahead.

Rory Golod, Compass' president of growth and communications, spoke to Inman about Clear Cooperation, commission settlements, franchising and much more.

Tanya Monestier says the settlement "reinforces the existing system of seller-paid inflated compensation while pretending to eliminate it" as attorneys walk away with $333 million in cash.

Housing market predictions for the rest of 2024  Bankrate.com

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Love your agents, and have fun. It's Wisconsin broker Dawn Christiansen's secret to building a cohesive and engaged real estate team or brokerage.