CoStar to spend a billion dollars on marketing in fight for portal crown

The company plans to advertise during the Super Bowl and other major cultural events in what it describes as the "biggest marketing campaign in real estate history."

Mortgage rates lead to biggest pending sales drop since October

Rising interest rates and harsh winter weather have dampened homebuyer activity, leading to the biggest drop in pending sales since October. However, there's optimism for a rebound as spring approaches, fueled by increasing home tours and new listings.

Nir Meir charged with larceny alongside HFZ, Omnibuild execs

HFZ, Meir and executives from both HFZ and Omnibuild allegedly defrauded subcontractors, investors and the City of New York.

A softer rental market isn’t enough to help hopeful homebuyers

The rental market is stabilizing with fewer landlords planning rent increases, according to Realtor.com's latest survey. But the rent slowdown won't significantly ease financial burdens for renters who are struggling to save for a down payment or qualify for a mortgage.