Entries by JKents

House to hold key session on trigger leads bill in May

The federal trigger leads bill advanced in the U.S. House of Representatives after being officially noticed during a hearing of the Subcommittee on Financial Institutions on Tuesday. The Homebuyers Privacy Protection Act is expected to be considered during a markup session on May 20 — a process that determines whether a bill should be recommended […]

Windermere’s OB Jacobi on real estate industry divides, smart leadership

On the newest episode of the RealTrending podcast, host Tracey Velt sits down with OB Jacobi, co-president of Windermere Real Estate, to discuss the evolving role of multiple listing services (MLSs) and the ripple effects from recent changes to the National Association of Realtors’ Clear Cooperation Policy. Jacobi, whose family has led Windermere since its […]

Homes.com grows with increased agent adoption, consumer demand

Homes.com continues to ascend and has become the second-largest residential real estate portal in the U.S., according to CoStar Group CEO Andy Florance, who shared insights during the company’s first-quarter 2025 earnings call on Tuesday. Backed by sharp increases in both traffic and agent participation, Homes.com reported 104 million average monthly unique visitors in the […]

Landmark retirement community attracts savvy buyers in Brisbane’s north-east

Discerning downsizers are flocking to a resort-style development in the prestigious Brisbane suburb of Ascot. They have snapped up 70% of its stage two apartments after the first building sold out. Bernborough Ascot by Keyton is Australia’s first vertical retirement community within a racecourse precinct. This prime, leafy location opposite Doomben Racecourse sits just 8km […]

Foreclosure auctions rise in Q1 after VA moratorium expires

Foreclosure auction activity across the U.S. rose to a six-quarter high during the first three months of 2025, fueled by a surge in properties that hit the market after the expiration of post-pandemic protections, according to a report from Auction.com. Completed foreclosure auctions were up 20% from the previous quarter and up 4% from a […]

New retirement communities catering to the next wave of retirees

As Australia’s retirement landscape undergoes significant transformation, the demand for modern, purpose-built communities is growing rapidly. With an increasing number of retirees seeking homes that prioritise social connection, wellness and community, Aveo is meeting the changing market’s needs with its latest development, Bella Vista Haven, in the heart of Sydney’s Hills District. The new wave […]

Enchanting: A luxurious retreat with a garden-party glasshouse

Mindera is luxurious, contemporary and sustainable — hidden away among the Southern Highlands hills but with a helipad for easy access. Featuring a helipad, mineral pool, sauna and an enchanting alfresco space for long-table dinner parties among nature, Mindera in the NSW Southern Highlands offers the perfect rural sanctuary for busy Sydney professionals. 92 Mount […]