Real estate transactions involving unnamed buyers continue in some luxury markets in spite of rules aimed at ending such opaque transactions.

One real estate professional’s efforts to rescue homeless people from Chicago’s record-breaking subzero temperatures last week sparked a pay-it-forward movement in the city.

East and Gulf coast officials are pushing for billions of dollars for projects to better protect the nation's coastal regions from intense weather.

Real estate professionals say now is the time to purchase a high-end vacation home, and they’re already seeing buyers pick up on the cues.

Buyers don’t necessarily need an 800-plus FICO score to get the best rate on a mortgage. Depending on the market, some buyers with a 700 credit score could get nearly as good a mortgage rate as an applicant with a higher score.

Older homes often have plenty of character and possibly even a lower price. But properties that have been around for a while can also come with age-related problems.

If it looks like a jointly held mortgage will be the answer to getting the transaction done, don’t sugarcoat the facts.

Study your competition to identify untapped or underserved areas of your market that are perfect for your brand.

Being prepared for client objections is more about listening and asking questions than offering rebuttals.