As HEI regulations expand, states debate loan classification
State HEI legislation is expanding as Maine sets standards, Illinois updates licensing and other states debate whether HEIs are loans.
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New brokerage Showings bets on buyer leads over listing commissions
Showings said its aims to modernize the selling experience through a fee-free structure “centered on savings, efficiency and buyer activity.”
Century 21 Integra expands Chicago presence with acquisition
With the acquisition, Century 21 Integra now operates Illinois offices in Schaumburg, Naperville and McHenry.
Midwest Real Estate Data moves to abandon NAR membership requirement
Under the change approved Monday, partner groups would have the option to offer MLS access to licensed agents who are not Realtors.
Baird & Warner launches AI social media assistant
Agents can upload photos, videos and links or allow the system to suggest content by scanning local news and MLS data.
Illinois bill targets private real estate listings with new disclosure rules
A new Illinois bill would require most home listings to be advertised online within one day unless sellers opt out.
RMLS Alliance becomes Broker Public Portal shareholder, expands reach via Cribio
RMLS Alliance joins Broker Public Portal as a shareholder, making the listings for 1,600 agents available on Cribio in Illinois.
Why Springfield homes sell faster than Illinois average
With fast days on market, affordable homes and low inventory supply, see why sellers in the Springfield housing market are cutting prices.
Decatur homes sell twice as fast as national average
Homes in Decatur sell in 35 days, twice as fast as the U.S. average, with prices up 17.8% year over year but still far below national levels.
Illinois offers affordable entry points for first-time buyers
Illinois remains more affordable than the U.S. median as price reductions and steady absorption create openings for first-time buyers.