Kristen L. Haynes

Kristen L. Haynes

BIC, GC, CMRS Broker/Realtor, NC/SC

License #: Broker, NC: 173307, SC: 13212

New Home Buyers Brokers / Realty Pros

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Balancing Your Social Content for Better Lead Gen: The 70/20/10 Rule

USA Real Estate News-RISMedia - Tue, 2026-03-03 15:49

Editor’s Note: Social Skills is a bi-monthly feature in RISMedia’s Daily News focused on social media and digital marketing tips, trends and solutions for agents and brokers. Being successful in your social media marketing is not just about frequent posting of good content, you have to balance the styles and types of content you are…

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Raintown Realty + JPAR Real Estate Owner Earns 2026 Franchisee Excellence Award

USA Real Estate News-RISMedia - Tue, 2026-03-03 15:42

Robert Ott, founder and owner of Raintown Realty + JPAR Real Estate in Bellevue, Washington, has been named a recipient of the 2026 Franchisee Excellence Award by Franchise Business Review. The honor recognizes franchise owners who demonstrate outstanding leadership, strong performance and a measurable commitment to the people they serve.  Each year, Franchise Business Review…

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Banking on Trust: How Brand Perception and Consumer Opinions Can Weigh on Your Business

USA Real Estate News-RISMedia - Tue, 2026-03-03 13:29

The headlines about the real estate industry are everywhere. Compass acquired Anywhere Real Estate to create the largest real estate company by agent count. Zillow and Compass are locked in a Goliath-versus-Goliath legal battle over private listings. A wave of RESPA-related lawsuits alleges undisclosed referral kickbacks between real estate agents and mortgage companies. And then…

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Mortgage rates surge upward amid Iran conflict

USA Real Estate News-Inman - Tue, 2026-03-03 13:19
After a week in which the average 30-year fixed-rate mortgage rate fell below 6 percent for the first time in more than three years, rates reversed, hitting 6.15 percent on Tuesday in response to overseas conflict.

Construction Struggling to Meet Demand as the Housing Supply Gap Widens

USA Real Estate News-RISMedia - Tue, 2026-03-03 13:16

Housing construction has faced a plethora of challenges in recent years, as the country falls further behind in the number of homes needed to meet demand. The latest data from Realtor.com® has found these challenges once again widened the “housing supply gap,” with the future looking uncertain without “meaningful” policy changes. Realtor.com’s 2026 Housing Supply…

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Stellar MLS Officially Appoints Shayne Fairley as CEO

USA Real Estate News-RISMedia - Tue, 2026-03-03 13:04

Stellar MLS has announced the official appointment of Shayne Fairley, a longtime leader within the organization, as Chief Executive Officer. For more than two decades, Fairley has been a driving force behind the growth and evolution of Stellar MLS. In July 2025, Stellar MLS announced Fairley would be the successor to the then CEO, Merri…

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AI comes into focus at Inman Connect New York 2026

USA Real Estate News-Inman - Tue, 2026-03-03 12:05
Once again, the industry gathered in New York City, and AI was all the buzz. Here are just a few of the hottest takes.

New anti-money laundering rule for cash purchases is now in effect

USA Real Estate News-Inman - Tue, 2026-03-03 11:58
Under the new rule, when a legal entity or trust purchases a piece of residential real estate without the use of financing, closing or settlement agents must report details of the transaction.
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