Wed.Oct 14, 2020

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NAR launches Spanish language version of website

Housing Wire

In time for National Hispanic Heritage Month, the National Association of Realtors has launched ‘NAR en Español,’ a Spanish language subsite to the association’s main webpage. According to NAR, its Spanish-speaking membership continues to grow at a historic pace. Since 2018, the NAR en Español initiative has helped Spanish-speaking Realtors leverage networking and additional sources, the association said.

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The #1 Reason Not to Wait to List Your House for Sale

Keeping Current Matters

Many industries have been devastated by the economic shutdown caused by the COVID-19 virus. Real estate is not one of them. Mark Fleming, Chief Economist for First American , just reported : “Since hitting a low point during the initial stages of the pandemic, the only major industry to display immunity to the economic impacts of the coronavirus is the housing market.

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How did Wells Fargo and Bank of America’s mortgage businesses perform in the third quarter?

Housing Wire

Though its earnings were disappointing overall, residential lending at Wells Fargo rebounded in the third quarter, both in terms of income and origination volume. The bank originated $62 billion in home loans during the third quarter, up 5% from $59 billion in the prior quarter. In the third quarter of 2019, Wells Fargo originated $58 billion in mortgages.

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How to Use Social Data to Launch a Successful Video Marketing Campaign

Jason Fox

How to Use Social Data to Launch a Successful Video Marketing Campaign. Companies from every industry are crazy about video marketing. For them, it’s a fun way to engage their audiences and also an effective strategy to boost brand exposure. It’s not just empty rhetoric, it’s a proven fact. Just take a look at these stats by Biteable: video content attracts 300% more traffic and effectively nurtures.

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3 Real Estate Office Hacks to Help Kickstart the Busy Season

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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Mortgage applications see slight decline despite 3% mortgage rate

Housing Wire

Mortgage applications held relatively steady last week, falling 0.7% from the week prior, according to a report from the Mortgage Bankers Association. After hitting their highest level since mid-August the week before, refinances experienced a slight 0.3% dip but remained 44% higher than the same week a year ago. Refinances also continued to inch closer to two-thirds share of mortgage activity as they increased to 65.6% of total applications.

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HousingWire Annual Virtual Demo Day: Wipro Gallagher Solutions

Housing Wire

NetOxygen Launchpad (POS) and NetOxygen Loan Origination Solution (LOS). NetOxygen Launchpad is a borrower/banker portal. Using NetOxygen Launchpad, borrowers are actively engaged in the origination process, while lenders can achieve significant productivity gains. NetOxygen LOS enables lenders to streamline the end-to-end lending processes, delivering a truly digital mortgage experience.

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Want to Avoid a Stressful Homebuying Journey? Do These Steps to Get Prepared

Homes.com

The homebuying process is fraught with challenges, and rarely does it go off without a hitch. But you can avoid. The post Want to Avoid a Stressful Homebuying Journey? Do These Steps to Get Prepared appeared first on Homes.com.

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StreamLoan expands into insurtech with Progressive deal

Housing Wire

This article was written for FinLedger, HW Media’s new fintech focused news brand designed specifically for financial services professionals in banking, payments, insurance and proptech. Register for the FinLedger Daily Newsletter. Fintech startup StreamLoan is dipping its toe in the insurtech pool. San Francisco-based StreamLoan has forged a partnership with insurance giant Progressive enabling home buyers and homeowners who use StreamLoan’s digital mortgage platform to obtain quotes for homeow

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CMHC: Mortgage Deferrals On Toronto Real Estate 12%, Vancouver 11%

Better Dwelling

Canadians are beginning to resume paying their mortgages, after many requested deferrals. Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC) broke down insured mortgage payment deferrals in August. At a national level, CMHC is seeing the rate of payment deferrals similar to the general market. Broken down by city, we see the most expensive markets are overrepresented. […].

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Need Curated Pre-foreclosure Lists to Generate New Real Estate Leads? Trellis Has the Data!

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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HousingWire Annual Virtual Demo Day: focusIT

Housing Wire

Pulse CRM. We supercharge your loan origination system and provide lead management tools, automated email marketing, loan status alerts and intelligent task management — so you don’t have to. Product Fast Facts: #1. We have automated status alert emails and text messages — take your choice of one or both! #2. Our setup process is turnkey. Have your holiday, birthday and loan status emails running on their own by next week. #3.

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The Iconic Beverly House: where Jackie O & JFK Honeymooned, ‘The Bodyguard’ was Filmed, and where Beyonce Shot ‘Black is King’

Fancy Pants Homes

What do JFK, Jackie O., William Randolph Hearst, Beyonce, Francis Ford Coppola, and Whitney Houston have in common, besides incredible fame and fortune? They’re all tied, in one way or another, to the house at 1011 N. Beverly Drive in California. Also known as the Beverly House, it’s one of the most expensive houses for sale in Beverly Hills at the moment, having last been listed in 2018 for $135 million.

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HousingWire Annual Virtual Demo Day: Xome

Housing Wire

Inspex TM by Xome. Inspex is a new, DIY home inspection and valuations app that empowers lenders to provide their customers with a simple, contactless option. Not just a photo-collection tool, Inspex significantly reduces inspection wait times by as much as 50 percent – improving the experience for everyone. Product Fast Facts: #1. Inspex is a safe and secure way to complete property valuations at lower costs than previously possible, without the inconvenience of scheduling appointments. #2.

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Autumn Infestation: 4 Creepy, Crawly Pests To Watch Out For This Fall

Realtor.com

Iryna Linnyk/Getty Images Like nature’s clockwork, different pests show up to plague us in different seasons. In the summer, mosquitoes, ants , and hornets buzz, swarm, and creep around your property (and sometimes your head). And then, just as you’re preparing for the coming chill of fall, there’s a whole new crop of bugs to contend with, all of them eager to invade your home.

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Accelerating Real Estate Sales Pipelines to Streamline Buyer Journeys

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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Quicken Loans’ Austin Niemiec on Rocket Pro TPO rebrand impact

Housing Wire

On the heels of going public, Rocket Companies’ broker channel, Quicken Loans Mortgage Services (QLMS), made waves throughout the industry when it announced it would be rebranding to Rocket Pro TPO in an effort to closer align itself with the brand that has become ever-present in the lending space. Its leader, Executive Vice President Austin Niemiec, recently chatted with HousingWire to discuss the transition and why the lender believes this will generate massive success for its partners.

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5 Home Improvement Projects That You Can Do Even If You’re Renting A House

Agent Drive

Who doesn’t love a good home improvement project, right? Being able to see your home change and modify it in front of you is exciting, isn’t it? However, the reason why many people can’t do so is that they’re living in rented homes and there are several restrictions. But that’s not how it always has […]. The post 5 Home Improvement Projects That You Can Do Even If You’re Renting A House appeared first on AgentDrive.

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The Economic Forecast

Housing Wire

Doug Duncan , Fannie Mae ’s Vice President and Chief Economist, will talk about what lenders and others in mortgage can expect this year and next in the economy. Record low rates have fueled an origination boom, driving a banner year for refis. But how long will those low rates last, and what is happening in the larger economy that will affect next year’s origination strategy?

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Live Like a Rockefeller: NYC Apartment Owned by the Dynastic Family Is Listed for $11.5M

Realtor.com

realtor.com, Getty Images Live it up, Rockefeller style: A full-floor apartment on Fifth Avenue with Central Park views is available for the first time in 60 years. The longtime home of former Vice President Nelson Aldrich Rockefeller —which means it’s still in the hands of the Rockefeller family—could be yours for $11.5 million. The apartment takes over the entire 15th floor and features 75 feet of Central Park views.

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Maximizing Your Online Presence: Tips for Real Estate Agents on Social Media

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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HousingWire Annual Virtual Demo Day: DocMagic

Housing Wire

AutoPrep by DocMagic. AutoPrep transforms any standard document or PDF into a fully e-enabled document in seconds. Using AI, OCR, and machine learning technologies, AutoPrep scans and parses documents, locating all signature and notary regions, and then electronically tags them for eClosing. Now lenders can use loan documents produced by ANY document provider with our Total eClose® platform.

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Intact Prospect Heights Brownstone With Mantels, Stained Glass, Marble Sinks Asks $3.595 Million

Brownstoner

Here's an opportunity to become just the third owner of a Prospect Heights row house that has a wealth of original details sure to appeal to a true brownstone aficionado. Located within the Prospect Heights Historic District, it's one of row built in 1901 on a stretch of Sterling Place… Read More > The post Intact Prospect Heights Brownstone With Mantels, Stained Glass, Marble Sinks Asks $3.595 Million appeared first on Brownstoner.

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Capital Market Appetite by Channel

Housing Wire

A conversation on mortgage capital markets wouldn’t be complete without data. Richard Koss of Recursion will set the stage with data on how capital markets participants are driving channel growth with data specific to retail, correspondent and brokered loan volume. FormFree CEO Brent Chandler will then lead a discussion with three capital markets desk leaders on how they have navigated the last six months and how they are gearing up to beat the curve in 2021 and support market share growth for t

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Halloween Events For Kids

Waterfront Properties

This Halloween season, The Gardens Mall is transforming its Grand Court into the Batty Manor Halloween House. Starting this Saturday, October 17th through Saturday, October 31st the Grand Court will be decorated for Halloween and will feature its spooky-silly haunted house. The Batty Manor house will feature two ghosts, Mrs. Whistifer and her friend Mr.

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Rise of The Apps: Building Your Dream Tech Stack For Real Estate Success

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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Utilizing AI to secure customer data in the work at home environment – Sponsored by Sutherland

Housing Wire

This session, titled, “Utilizing AI to secure customer data in the work at home environment,” features Neil Armstrong, global head of business development at Sutherland. Watch the full session below. To go back to the full HousingWire Annual 2020 on demand summit, go here. Panelist: Neil Armstrong, Global Head of Business Development, Sutherland.

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The first affordable housing REIT is here, and it’s Black-owned

The American Genius for Real Estate

(BROKERAGE) The first affordable housing REIT is here – and it’s founded by two of the largest Black-owned firms in the country. The post The first affordable housing REIT is here, and it’s Black-owned appeared first on The American Genius Real Estate.

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HousingWire Annual on demand

Housing Wire

The Great Acceleration. Disruption is speeding through the business landscape, upending traditional strategies and agendas for those in housing. We’ve designed HousingWire Annual to address the rapidly evolving opportunities for our industry, bringing together the most important stakeholders in government and business for a one-day summit that will shape the conversation for this year and beyond.

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Statue Honoring Ruth Bader Ginsburg Coming to Downtown Brooklyn’s City Point

Brownstoner

A new statue of the late United States Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg is coming to Downtown Brooklyn’s City Point development next year. The memorial to the Brooklyn-born legal eagle will be permanently installed outside the mall and condo complex’s Albee Square entrance on March 15, according to one… Read More > The post Statue Honoring Ruth Bader Ginsburg Coming to Downtown Brooklyn’s City Point appeared first on Brownstoner.

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5 Data Proven Ways Agents Can Do 18% More Business

Curious as to how you could do 18% more business? How about 14 more transaction sides per year? Check out this infographic with data from a RealTrends study to learn more.