Realty Biz

JUNE 23, 2023

If you're in the world of real estate, you already know that your website is an essential tool for showcasing properties, connecting with clients, and distinguishing your brand from competitors. But how can you ensure that your website not only stands out but also achieves a domain authority (DA ) score of over 50? DA, developed by Moz, is a search engine ranking score that predicts how well a website will rank on search engine result pages (SERPs).

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Housing Wire

JUNE 23, 2023

Some of the best performing stocks in America this year are from large, national homebuilders – strong consumer demand , limited competition from the existing home sales market , and an improving supply chain have boosted their outlooks. On Monday, homebuilder confidence moved into positive territory for the first time in nearly a year, while Census data on new residential construction showed housing starts rose 21.7% from April, and up 5.7% from May 2022, to 1.63 million.

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Real Estate News

JUNE 23, 2023

Support for the LGBTQ+ community can take many forms, from a rainbow flag in a window — a "beacon of safety" — to providing resources for LGBTQ+ clients.

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Housing Wire

JUNE 23, 2023

High mortgage rates , economic uncertainty and low housing inventory did very little to help title premium volume during the first quarter of 2023. In the first three months of the year, the title industry generated $3.37 billion in title insurance premiums, down 43% year over year, according to the American Land Title Association ’s Market Share Analysis , released Thursday.

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Ready to better your Back Office? Dive into the secrets to a powerhouse back office with Brokermint expert, Jessica Souza. In this free download, she shares her 3 transformative hacks designed to clean house, get everyone on the same page, and set yourself up for success. From optimizing agent profiles to ensuring flawless transactions and boosting agent retention, these strategies are your ticket to a seamless operation.

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Real Estate News

JUNE 23, 2023

Harvard's annual housing report found little change in the racial homeownership gap as prices rise and supply stagnates, but federal programs may help.

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Housing Wire

JUNE 23, 2023

CrossCountry Mortgage (CCM), the nation’s third-largest retail mortgage lender, unveiled its latest initiative this week that is aimed at helping first-time homebuyers overcome the financial hurdles of purchasing a home in today’s competitive housing market. The CCM Smart Start program will provide eligible individuals with up to $4,000 in down payment assistance , granting them additional purchasing power. “Saving for a down payment can be a huge obstacle for first-time homebu

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Housing Wire

JUNE 23, 2023

The HousingWire award spotlight series highlights the individuals and organizations that have been recognized through our Editors’ Choice Awards. Nominations for HousingWire’s 2023 HW Insiders are open until the end of today, June 23, 2023. Click here to nominate someone from your organization today. Today marks the last day to submit a nomination for the 2023 HW Insiders award.

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Inman

JUNE 23, 2023

In today's political climate, Rachael Hite writes, Realtors need to ask questions about why candidates are selected for funding, as many of them have a personal agenda that does not reflect the values of NAR.

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Housing Wire

JUNE 23, 2023

The HousingWire award spotlight series highlights the individuals and organizations that have been recognized through our Editors’ Choice Awards. Nominations for HousingWire’s 2023 HW Insiders are open until the end of today, June 23, 2023. Click here to nominate someone from your organization today. Today marks the last day to submit a nomination for the 2023 HW Insiders award.

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Inman

JUNE 23, 2023

Erin Morrison, LGBTQ Alliance 2023 president, shares the growing fears among the LGBTQ+ community, where RPACs and the code of ethics come in, and how to be an ally this Pride Month. It's time to become the vocal majority.

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Advertiser: Trellis

Trellis is a state trial court research and analytics platform that provides Real Estate Professionals (Buyers, Foreclosure, Loan Modification, etc.) with LEADS on Pre-Foreclosures, Lis Pendes, Distressed Assets and more — to help uncover **new** opportunities and grow their business. The process is quick and easy — and all in real time. Trellis will supply you with a link to the relevant dockets, a Leads sheet and access to its UI where applicable.

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Calculated Risk Real Estate

JUNE 23, 2023

Each month I track closed sales, new listings and active inventory in a sample of local markets around the country (over 40 local housing markets) in the US to get an early sense of changes in the housing market. In addition, we can look for regional differences. For example, listings in Texas and Florida are up more than in most other areas , and sales are down less year-over-year.

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Inman

JUNE 23, 2023

The luxury real estate giant with Coldwell Banker recently launched his first-ever live, online mentorship program and is sharing his tricks of the trade with other agents for how to "Compete and Beat the Best.

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Sotheby's International Real Estate

JUNE 23, 2023

Highlights from this week’s top news stories on luxury and global real estate, art, collectibles, and home. Vaughan, Ontario, Canada | Sotheby’s International Realty Canada The high-tech home has biometric fingerprint locks, a QR code at the entrance for the Wi-Fi, and a security fogging system in the garage in case there’s a break-in. From Biometric Fingerprint Locks to Scented A/C: 7 Smart Homes – Robb Report Susie Hilfiger Sells Greenwich Estate for $15 Million – The Wall Street Journal five

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Inman

JUNE 23, 2023

The bulk acquisition of servicing rights to 45,000 Ginnie Mae loans brings Planet's servicing portfolio to $94 billion, with more purchases eyed for 2023.

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Navigated 360° tours, like YourVRTours, advance pipelines by engaging clients further along the sales funnel. These immersive experiences provide comprehensive property insights, increasing buyer intent and readiness. By embracing navigated tours, agents can optimize property exposure, better qualify leads, and streamline the sales process. Stay ahead in the ever-evolving real estate landscape with innovative technology that elevates buyer journeys and progresses pipelines more effectively.

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App Folio

JUNE 23, 2023

Gain expert advice and insights on how to overcome property management’s top challenges and future-proof your organization, with a recap from AppFolio’s 2023 Apartmentalize panel session.

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Inman

JUNE 23, 2023

Tacoma's Margo Hass Klein joined Compass this week, according to the company. She's the latest in a string of Coldwell Banker agents who decamped for Compass this year.

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RIS Media

JUNE 23, 2023

If you are about to buy a home, you might hear about liens. A lien can be placed on the title of a property, giving the holder rights over the home. Before you buy property, you’ll want to understand how liens could affect your home ownership. We will examine what you need to know about… The post Everything to Know About Liens on a Home appeared first on RISMedia.

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Inman

JUNE 23, 2023

Humaniz is hiring software for the real estate industry, addressing a critical business need that has very little standardization and impressive fragmentation.

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Speaker: Sarah Santa Ana, Real Estate Coach, Move4Free Realty

Networking is one of the crucial elements in every real estate organization's success. Both agents and real estate companies need to maintain robust networking links. This is why social media is essential for any real estate professional! Social media enables you to stay in touch with your present clients, maintain connections with your past clients, and engage potential customers and investors.

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Bigger Pockets

JUNE 23, 2023

The market might be tougher than it was in the past, but that shouldn't stop you from investing. Here's why you need to keep your foot on the gas.

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Inman

JUNE 23, 2023

Wondering what you missed? Find out with Inman's Top 5 most-read stories of the week of June 16- 22, 2023.

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RIS Media

JUNE 23, 2023

As a real estate agent, one of the most important tasks you have is determining the right listing price for a property. Getting this right the first time is crucial, as an inaccurate price can lead to a longer time on the market, lost opportunities and, ultimately, a lower selling price. So how can you… The post The Right Number: A REALTOR®’s Guide to Accurately Pricing Listings appeared first on RISMedia.

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Brownstoner

JUNE 23, 2023

Our picks for open houses to check out this weekend are found in Bed Stuy, Park Slope, Crown Heights, and Marine Park. They range in price from $849,000 to $3.6 million. 255 Stuyvesant Avenue Price: $3.6 million Area: Bed Stuy Broker: Serhant LLC (Team Tricia Lee) Sunday June 25, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. See it here… Read More > The post Updated Bed Stuy Limestone and Three More Open Houses to See, Starting at $849K appeared first on Brownstoner.

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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.

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RIS Media

JUNE 23, 2023

With the stresses of daily life, it’s easy to let dishes, mail, clothes, children’s toys, and other items pile up or get left in places where they don’t belong. If clutter builds up over time and doesn’t get addressed, it can affect your physical and mental health. Physical Effects of Clutter A home that’s filled… The post How Clutter Can Affect Your Physical and Mental Health appeared first on RISMedia.

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BubbleInfo

JUNE 23, 2023

San Diego is the #1 area that homeowners don’t want to leave! Don’t you get the feeling that we are going to out-perform every other real estate market in America for a long time to come? Today we have 2,293 active listings of attached and detached homes in the county – population 3.3 million!

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RIS Media

JUNE 23, 2023

McEnearney Associates led by President Maureen McEnearney Dunn and Principals Dave Hawkins and David Howell, has announced a merger with Virginia firm Atoka Properties/Middleburg Real Estate directed by Principals Peter Pejacsevich and Scott Buzzelli. McEnearney Associates has been in business for more than 40 years and has built a footprint in the Washington D.C. metro… The post Two Washington D.C.

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Real Trends

JUNE 23, 2023

We’ve all been there: Hustling for referrals around the clock. Attending endless get-to-know-you breakfasts, coffees, happy hours, and charity events. Viewing real human beings as nothing more than prospects and leads for our sales funnels. Feeling stagnant as we get nowhere. What are we doing wrong? These top-of-mind sales tactics keep us “in front of” rather than “with” people.

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RIS Media

JUNE 23, 2023

Anywhere Real Estate Inc. has announced the company’s mortgage joint venture with Guaranteed Rate, Inc., Guaranteed Rate Affinity (GRA), has been named the 16th largest retail mortgage lender in the United States by mortgage data market publication Scotsman Guide. Since its inception in 2017, GRA has funded more than $53.2B in loans and is home… The post Guaranteed Rate Affinity Named #16 U.S.

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Brownstoner

JUNE 23, 2023

As Governor Kathy Hochul’s administration and the city struggle to finalize the plans for the Brooklyn-Queens Expressway's long-needed restoration, Brooklyn pols are pulling the plans for BQGreen from the shelf. Local leaders and community groups are demanding the inclusion of a 3.5-acre park, which they claim would bring much-needed relief… Read More > The post Decade-Old Plan to Put Park Over South ‘Burg Section of BQE Revived by Local Officials appeared first on Brownstoner.

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RIS Media

JUNE 23, 2023

If you’re past retirement age and concerned about making your money last, you have probably already taken steps to be more cost-conscious. Hopefully, you have already realized that being frugal doesn’t mean depriving yourself, and that making a few small changes in your spending can help you enjoy life while living within your means. Save… The post Money-Saving Tips for Frugal Seniors appeared first on RISMedia.

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HomeLight

JUNE 23, 2023

A house can avoid probate if it’s automatically passed on to survivors via a living trust , joint ownership , community property law , or transfer-on-death deed. If it doesn’t fall into one of these exceptions, the general rule is that if someone dies and owns real estate, any property they own is headed for some kind of probate process —will or no will.

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Speaker: Mary Maloney, Founder & Team Leader at Hometown Realty

The sales cycle in real estate is frequently measured at 3+ months. During this time, real estate agents frequently lose contact with clients and miss out on opportunities because they fail to follow up and provide value to the client. Top real estate agents are distinguished from developing agents by their ability to convert organic connections into sales opportunities.

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