Realty Biz
OCTOBER 10, 2023
In today's digital age, having a unique and identifiable brand for your real estate business is crucial. A strong online presence can help set you apart in a crowded market. Here are 10 essential tips to effectively brand your real estate website and ensure it resonates with potential clients: Professional Logo Design : A logo is the cornerstone of your brand.
Housing Wire
OCTOBER 10, 2023
We’ve all witnessed the housing market slowdown that has occurred over the last year. Across the country, homes are spending more days on the market as interest rates rise. Many sellers have returned to offering concessions and dropping prices to entice buyers. Additionally, competition for listings is on the rise as fewer homeowners are looking to sell.
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Real Estate News
OCTOBER 10, 2023
Government policies and the rise of remote work contributed to declining affordability, but real estate agents have an opportunity to show their value.
Housing Wire
OCTOBER 10, 2023
CoreLogic ’s Image Analytics is an innovative solution in the appraisal review space. Image Analytics is a fully automated solution that evaluates the content of appraisal photos, highlighting errors and allowing lenders to reduce time, effort and costly manual mistakes within their operations. The CoreLogic team developed Image Analytics to drive innovation in the appraisal review process by reducing time and touch on appraisals, with the goal of helping the industry ease into the upcoming dema
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Real Estate News
OCTOBER 10, 2023
Most consumers say it’s a bad time to buy, but for the determined, family members can help them overcome affordability hurdles.
Housing Wire
OCTOBER 10, 2023
Coldwell Banker has appointed Jason Waugh as president of Coldwell Banker Affiliates, where he will lead the brand and be responsible for strategy, operations and sales for the Anywhere-owned company’s growing network of franchises. Waugh comes to Coldwell Banker following an 18-year stint at Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices and Berkshire Hathaway Home Services Real Estate Professionals.
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Housing Wire
OCTOBER 10, 2023
Compass continues to expand its agent count. Top-producing, Chicago-based team, Team Pimentel , announced Tuesday that it was leaving Keller Williams North Shore West to join the Robert Reffkin -helmed firm. The team is led by Alyssa Pimentel and consists of eight agents, including Cristina McLain, Iris Gomez, Kimberly Morales, Nathan Griffith, Sam Chapa, Yessenia Acosta and Sofia De Los Santos.
Real Estate News
OCTOBER 10, 2023
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau is suing the company over faulty loan data. In August, Freedom was fined by the CFPB for illegal kickbacks.
Housing Wire
OCTOBER 10, 2023
Chicago-based Guaranteed Rate raised agency conforming loan limits to $750,000 on Monday, representing an increase of 3.2% compared to the current limit of $726,200. “We raised the conforming loan limits to $750,000 on our Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac 30-year fixed. This is in anticipation of the loan limit increase for 2024,” Kate Amor, senior vice president and head of enterprise products at G-Rate, said in an interview with HousingWire during the HW Annual conference held Oct. 10-12 i
Inman
OCTOBER 10, 2023
Waugh was previously president and CEO of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Northwest Real Estate and Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Real Estate Professionals. His new role will focus on brand strategy, affiliate operations and franchise sales.
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Housing Wire
OCTOBER 10, 2023
Blend Labs announced an integration with MeridianLink Inc. , a software platform for financial institutions and consumer reporting agencies. Lenders using MeridianLink Consumer loan origination software (LOS) will be able to leverage Blend’s unified platform and consumer banking origination software for a fast onboarding and application process for banking, credit card and loan products, Blend said in a news release on Tuesday.
Inman
OCTOBER 10, 2023
From physical safety to psychological and emotional safety, it's time to implement new practices and changed attitudes to the industry, writes safety expert Tracey Hawkins.
Housing Wire
OCTOBER 10, 2023
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) on Tuesday filed a lawsuit against Freedom Mortgage Corporation for allegedly violating the Home Mortgage Disclosure Act (HMDA) and a 2019 consent order by submitting legally required mortgage loan data that “was riddled with errors.” The suit comes two months after the CFPB issued orders against Freedom and Realty Connect USA Long Island for allegedly engaging in illegal kickbacks, the first 1974 Real Estate Settlement Procedure
Inman
OCTOBER 10, 2023
Both hotels and short-term rental companies are vying for customers seeking out extended stays through new offerings as business travel ramps up across the U.S. this fall.
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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.
Housing Wire
OCTOBER 10, 2023
CEDAR CREEK, Texas — At HousingWire Annual on Tuesday, HousingWire Lead Analyst Logan Mohtashami demystified “the madness” unfolding in the bonds market in front of an audience of more than 300 real estate and mortgage professionals. In his keynote session to kick off the event, Mohtashami highlighted how the Fed feels increasingly uncomfortable with the speed at which the bond market is rising.
Inman
OCTOBER 10, 2023
Master the new construction niche, and grow your business by building relationships with builders and developers in your market.
Seattle Times Real Estate
OCTOBER 10, 2023
While Seattle suburbs have felt growing pains as their populations soar, this bustling Eastside suburb rebuilt itself to prioritize transit and life downtown.
Inman
OCTOBER 10, 2023
Fitch downgraded the commercial real estate firm from a CC to a C, meaning a default or "default-like" process has already begun.
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.
Realty Biz
OCTOBER 10, 2023
Selling a home isn't just about the property; it’s about selling a potential lifestyle. The bedroom, is often a homeowner's sanctuary or retreat, is a vital part of the function of a home for many buyers. Here's a more in-depth look at making your bedroom a buyer's dream. Find some quick tips on staging a bedroom. Understanding the Heart of a Home Every homeowner knows that a bedroom is more than just a sleeping space.
Inman
OCTOBER 10, 2023
The late former U.S. Secretary of State had lived in the Federal-style house since 1968 and originally purchased it for $100,000.
RIS Media
OCTOBER 10, 2023
In a market full of challenges for first-time and repeat homebuyers alike, nearly 2 in 5 homeowners (39%) have received down payment assistance, according to a new report from LendingTree. LendingTree’s latest survey of nearly 2,000 U.S. consumers looked at opinions and choices surrounding mortgages and down payments. The report found that saving for a… The post Down-Payment Help Is More Common Among Younger Generations appeared first on RISMedia.
Inman
OCTOBER 10, 2023
Last week, we asked about the best advice you ever got from a mentor, coach or colleague. This week, we want to hear the worst.
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.
Sotheby's International Real Estate
OCTOBER 10, 2023
Lauded landscape designer Miranda Brooks—whose clientele has included such luminaries as Anna Wintour—has said that with each of her creations, she aims “to connect the architecture to the natural world” and “to create a strong sense of place.” Brooks certainly succeeded here—on these 47.85 acres in a prestigious area of New York’s Westchester County, some 50 miles outside Manhattan near the town of Bedford.
RIS Media
OCTOBER 10, 2023
Brokers across the country are seeing their confidence wane, as what many hoped would be a temporary spike in mortgage rates has dragged on through most of the year with a dearth of listings continuing to weigh on markets. RISMedia’s Broker Confidence Index (BCI) fell for the third consecutive month, from 6.2 to 5.8, on… The post Brokers Divided Over Airbnbs as Inventory Issues Continue appeared first on RISMedia.
HomeLight
OCTOBER 10, 2023
Building your own house can be an incredibly gratifying experience. Putting in those unique finishes and creating exactly what you want — knowing that you did it all with your own two hands — adds another level of pride to homeownership. Being able to build a house on your own might seem like an impossible dream, but there are actually several ways to build a house without breaking the bank.
RIS Media
OCTOBER 10, 2023
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. Connecting and participating in your community is a key factor in a successful marketing and business when working in the real estate industry. Being a REALTOR® is… The post Social Skills: Get Spooky to Connect With Your Community appeared first on RISMedia.
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Eye on Housing
OCTOBER 10, 2023
According to the Federal Reserve’s latest G.19 Consumer Credit report, total consumer credit outstanding totaled $4.97 trillion (seasonally adjusted annual rate) in August, a decrease of $15.6 billion over the month but $188.8 billion—or 3.9%–higher than August 2022. The monthly decline resulted from a 0.8% drop in nonrevolving credit outstanding that was partially offset by a 1.2% increase in revolving credit.
RIS Media
OCTOBER 10, 2023
A new study analyzed 2022 data from the U.S. Census Bureau on the number of occupied properties and volume of homes built from 2010 to reveal the states with the highest rate of new-build housing. Top honors go to the Lone Star State with housing structures built since 2010 totalling 2,495,270, making up 22.5% of… The post New Study Reveals the States With the Highest Rate of New-Build Homes appeared first on RISMedia.
Brownstoner
OCTOBER 10, 2023
A long-anticipated vegetarian cafe from Kai Avent-deLeon -- the founder of Bed Stuy fashion boutique and cafe Sincerely, Tommy -- is prepping to open this month. Che, named after Avent-deLeon’s son, plans to open its doors at 302 Malcolm X Boulevard in October and will serve vegetarian small plates, wine,… Read More > The post Sincerely, Tommy Founder to Open Long-Planned Bed Stuy Eatery Che This Month appeared first on Brownstoner.
RIS Media
OCTOBER 10, 2023
Ignite Others enables us to not just envision but to enact change that is focused on the future, on increasing representation and building equity in financial literacy and home ownership. Sign up for the Ignite Others High School Financial Literacy Program by October 15th and help inspire future leaders in their community. Make Safety a… The post REALTORS® Will Light the Way for Future Leaders appeared first on RISMedia.
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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