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Charming East Coast town is named the safest place to live in America, but locals are battling surging rents  Daily Mail

This $47 Million London Mansion Is the City’s First Super-Prime Sale of the Year  Robb Report

Growth in average U.S. farm real estate value slows  usda.gov

As tragic and horrifying as the fires consuming homes and other buildings in various areas of greater Los Angeles have been for everyone across the country and around the world to behold, there’s perhaps an even deeper poignancy for those in the real estate industry. Agents and brokers whose careers are built around helping to…

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Some of the real estate industry's biggest names made major moves over the past few days. Here's who's in and who's out.

Whether you’re navigating a challenging market or reaching for your next big goal, coach Darryl Davis writes, the lessons of "Gypsy" can guide you toward a standing ovation in your career.

Greenland is the ‘large real-estate deal’ Trump doesn’t want to let slip away  The Irish Times

Marshall will take over for Xome CEO Mike Rawls when he retires on June 30, with the two working together until then to ensure a smooth transition at the foreclosure auction site, executives said.

Beyoncé and Jay-Z’s Houses: Their Real Estate Portfolio Is Worth Hundreds of Millions  Architectural Digest

The best US markets for first-time homebuyers… with an unexpected state leading the charge  Daily Mail

Investors who fund most home loans are now convinced that the Federal Reserve won't cut rates again until June after employers add 256,000 jobs in December.

UBS Asset Management appoints first CIO of U.S. direct real estate  Pensions & Investments

In the competitive world of real estate, generating leads is just the beginning. The real challenge lies in converting those leads into loyal clients and, eventually, into closed deals.  Lead conversion is an art–one that requires strategy, persistence and a deep understanding of human behavior. The first step? Build a strong client base and professional…

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Rents are expected to "surge," according to CoreLogic Chief Economist Dr. Selma Hepp. Just how much of a housing shortage the county will face remains to be seen as families decide over the next few months whether they will even stay in LA.

Above, Darryl Davis Prospecting isn’t just about knocking on doors or making phone calls. To truly stand out as a real estate agent, you need to establish yourself as a trusted leader in your community—essentially, the “mayor” of your farm area. Think of it this way: great agents go beyond transactions. They build relationships, create…

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It’s no secret that affordable homeownership seems to be a mirage that many a thirsting wanderer is chasing in a desert of high prices. However, a new report by Realtor.com® may offer some diamonds in the rough for prospective homebuyers who haven’t given up their pursuit. One pitfall that many prospective homebuyers encounter in this…

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US Justice Department accuses 6 major landlords of scheming to keep rents high  WPVI-TV

Looking for a quick catch-up on the buzziest stories of the week? Here’s Inman Top 5, the most essential stories, according to Inman readers.

Seattle-based brokerage Redfin has begun the year by laying off 46 employees, including managers in its headquarters, program, and field leadership roles. No agents were part of the layoffs, a spokesperson told GeekWire, which broke the news Thursday afternoon.

Property portfolio: here's what the US President-elect owns in the UK  Evening Standard