Housing Wire
MAY 1, 2024
As more housing and mortgage authorities seek to expand the scope of homeownership to those who have never purchased a home before, the government-sponsored enterprises (GSEs) and the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) are taking a step to more narrowly define the term “first-generation homebuyer mortgage,” according to a bulletin released on Wednesday by Freddie Mac.
Real Estate News
APRIL 30, 2024
The NAR settlement does not address home search portals, but Zillow wants to make it easier for buyers to try out an agent in a way that aligns with new rules.
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Housing Wire
APRIL 27, 2024
Active weekly housing inventory growth slowed slightly last week, but it’s still running at a healthier clip than in 2023. I have a simple model with mortgage rates being above 7.25%: weekly inventory data should grow between 11,000-17,000 per week. Last year, we never hit that target. We have now seen it for two weeks as inventory grew by 13,247. Weekly housing inventory data We’ve now had back-to-back weeks of healthy housing inventory growth and spring 2024 is much healthier than spring 2023
Inman
MAY 1, 2024
The class of 45 honorees represents the real estate industry's brightest achievers under the age of 40. Future Leaders is the latest addition to Inman’s growing industry-leading awards program.
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Keeping Current Matters
APRIL 30, 2024
The number of homes for sale is playing a big role in today’s housing market.
NAR: Economic Outlook
APRIL 29, 2024
Navigating the Housing Market: A Seasonal Perspective Seasonality refers to predictable changes in data that correlate with certain times of the year; understanding it will help us anticipate trends.
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Real Estate News
APRIL 30, 2024
Mark Willis returned to Keller Williams after a 7-year hiatus, and he’s ready to lead in a new way. “It’s not about proving myself. It’s about impact.
Inman
MAY 1, 2024
The Atlanta-based Village Premier Collection, led by Cheri Benjamin, has joined Real under its Private Label program. The company has roughly 500 agents and closed $665 million in sales in 2023.
Keeping Current Matters
APRIL 25, 2024
Ever thought about living in the same house with your grandparents, parents, or other loved ones?
RIS Media
APRIL 29, 2024
In today’s eco-conscious environment, energy efficiency isn’t just a buzzword—it’s a property’s standout feature. As a real estate agent, I witness first-hand how homeowners and buyers prioritize sustainability, driving demand for green improvements. This shift isn’t just ethical; it’s economical. Investments in energy-efficient home improvements, such as window replacements, insulation upgrades, solar panels and Energy… The post Energy Efficient Home Im
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Real Estate News
MAY 1, 2024
The filing comes just days after the company settled similar cases brought by sellers. The firm maintains its practices were “lawful and procompetitive.
Inman
MAY 1, 2024
In an email, the 1.5 million member trade group specified when agents would have to have signed written agreements with buyers, but stressed NAR would not dictate the agreements' terms.
Keeping Current Matters
APRIL 29, 2024
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Maximum Exposure Real Estate
APRIL 29, 2024
Are you wondering what a buyer’s agent is and why you should have one? You are probably thinking, do I need a buyer’s agent? Many consumers wonder why they should have a representative when purchasing a home. They wonder whether there will be any value. From my years of experience as a Realtor, I know […] The post Buyer’s Agent: What Do They Do and How Much Are The Fees appeared first on Maximum Real Estate Exposure.
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Housing Wire
APRIL 30, 2024
The HousingWire award spotlight series highlights the individuals and organizations that have been recognized through our Editors’ Choice Awards. Nominations for HousingWire’s 2024 Marketing Leaders Leaders award are open now through April 30th, 2024. Click here to nominate someone. In the midst of a higher-for-longer mortgage rate environment that is reshaping the landscape of the mortgage industry, the role of a chief marketing officer (CMO) becomes increasingly pivotal as mortgage compa
Real Estate News
APRIL 25, 2024
During the T3 Leadership Summit, the eXp founder discussed some of his early challenges, the need for internal disruption, and his international ambitions.
Inman
APRIL 30, 2024
Expressing your value to clients begins with knowing yourself, writes mega-team leader Carl Medford. You cannot articulate what you have never taken the time to determine on your own.
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Seattle Times Real Estate
APRIL 26, 2024
The challenges confronting Martin Selig, Seattle's most prolific downtown developer, are a sign of how far the city must go in recovering from the pandemic.
Housing Wire
APRIL 30, 2024
As the July deadline for the implementation of the business practice changes outlined in the National Association of Realtors’ (NAR) commission lawsuit settlement agreement approaches, the trade organization is looking to iron out some details about buyer broker agreements. Under the terms of the settlement agreement , agents will have to have a written agreement with a client in order to work with them as a buyer’s agent.
Real Estate News
APRIL 26, 2024
The last defendant standing in the Sitzer/Burnett case reaches a whopping settlement that will protect its 70,000 agents plus brands and franchises.
Inman
APRIL 29, 2024
As the commission landscape changes, Side's Hilary Saunders writes, it's time for agents, teams and brokerages to look at the ways this will improve the industry's reputation.
Speaker: Trey Willard, Realtor/Team Leader at Keller Williams Realty, Inc.
In order to create continued success in today’s real estate market, realtors need to utilize an arsenal of technology that will increase their efficiency and presence on social media. Using technology to manage your prospects and tap into their needs through websites, social media, and other channels is critical for real estate success in 2022 and beyond.
RIS Media
MAY 1, 2024
HomeServices of America, after paying $250 million to settle seller suits and being dropped from the largest buyer suit, for a few short days was maybe the only large real estate company not directly facing commission litigation. That changed Monday, when lawyers behind the largest buyer suit (known as Batton) re-filed their accusations in a… The post HomeServices Hit by New Buyer Suit Days After Seller Settlement appeared first on RISMedia.
Bigger Pockets
APRIL 30, 2024
Why are rock stars turning to real estate side hustles to pay their bills? During the lockdowns, many musicians, gig workers, and creatives saw their income streams dwindle.
Housing Wire
APRIL 29, 2024
Small-balance commercial lender Stronghill Capital shut down its nascent consumer and correspondent lending businesses late last week. The Austin, Texas-based lender will continue offering small-balance commercial and business purpose debt service coverage ratio (DSCR) loans to its clients, CEO John Eisinger told HousingWire Monday morning. He cited a difficult market and elevated rates as reasons for shutting down correspondent and consumer lending businesses , which were added in 2022.
Real Estate News
APRIL 25, 2024
In a conversation with Real Estate News, Dr. Courtney Johnson Rose of NAREB discussed the pros and cons of the recent settlement and upcoming rule changes.
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Inman
APRIL 30, 2024
Keller Williams president and CEO Mark Willis sat with Real Estate News to talk about his return to the Texas franchiser and how commission lawsuits could spark a new wave of brokerage and agent consolidation.
RIS Media
APRIL 25, 2024
A property lien is not just a term but a significant factor that can influence the outcome of home sales. Essentially, a lien is a legal claim or right against a property instituted by a creditor to secure debts or obligations owed by the homeowner. Its presence is a critical aspect that both buyers and… The post The Impact of Liens on Real Estate Sales appeared first on RISMedia.
Bigger Pockets
APRIL 29, 2024
A record 300,000 migrants entered the U.S. through the southern border in December. Rather than trying to sneak past border agents, many surrendered to apply for asylum.
Housing Wire
APRIL 26, 2024
HomeServices of America , the last remaining brokerage defendant in the landmark Sitzer/Burnett antitrust commission case , has agreed to pay $250 million in damages to settle lawsuits that will change agent compensation across America. The New York Times first reported the story. The deal comes just days after the federal judge overseeing the commission case in Missouri approved a preliminary settlement that will see the National Association of Realtors and multiple other residential brokerages
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