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New MLS rules are raising the stakes for AI-edited listing photos, pushing agents to tighten disclosure and photo-review workflows. The post How Far Can Agents Edit a Listing Photo? New MLS Rules Draw the Line appeared first on The Close .
Compare the six best virtual staging software options for 2026, including pricing, features, and tips for creating realistic listing photos. The post The 6 Best Virtual Staging Software & Virtual Staging Guide in 2026 appeared first on The Close .
Fed rate hike odds are rising ahead of September, adding fresh uncertainty around mortgage rates, affordability, and buyer activity. The post Fed Rate Hike Odds Rise as Mortgage Pressure Persists appeared first on The Close .
A proposed FTC settlement would require Redfin to rebuild its rental ad business while preserving its Zillow syndication partnership. The post Zillow-Redfin FTC Settlement Would Require Redfin to Rebuild Rental Ad Business appeared first on The Close .
Google Search Console now lets agents track how Instagram posts perform across Search, Discover, and Google News — and connect visibility to leads. The post Which Instagram Posts Reach Google Search? Agents Can Now Find Out appeared first on The Close .
California’s AB 1903 died at the legislative deadline, leaving condo liability rules unchanged and the ownership-supply debate unresolved. The post California Condo Bill Dies Despite Unanimous Votes: What Buyers Should Know appeared first on The Close .
Florida’s housing rebound is playing out differently for condos and single-family homes, with key gaps in pricing, inventory, and leverage. The post Florida Home Sales Rise Again, but Condos and Single-Family Homes Diverge appeared first on The Close .
Nearly 1 in 4 US homes faces severe or extreme climate risk. Here are five checks agents should make before buyers commit. The post Nearly 1 in 4 US Homes Faces Severe or Extreme Climate Risk — 5 Checks for Agents appeared first on The Close .
Compare the 7 best website builders for realtors in 2026. Find the right platform to generate leads, grow your brand, and close more deals. The post 7 Best Website Builders for Realtors in 2026: Ranked & Reviewed appeared first on The Close .
New data shows steep housing costs in top-rated school districts, plus what agents should know about pricing, CMAs, and fair housing. The post How Much More Do Homes Cost in Top-Rated School Districts? appeared first on The Close .
Compare the best online real estate schools in California for 2026, including pricing, course features, and expert insights to help you get licensed faster. The post 7 Best Online Real Estate Schools in California for 2026 appeared first on The Close .
A new DOL rule could expand group health plan access for self-employed real estate agents while H.R. 6703 remains pending in Congress. The post DOL Health Plan Rule Could Expand Group Coverage for Self-Employed Real Estate Agents appeared first on The Close .
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