Housing Wire

JULY 7, 2023

The 10-year yield and mortgage rates have been rising close to the 2023 high as some labor data shows that the honey badger labor market is still growing. To make things even more complicated, the spreads between the 30-year mortgage rate and the 10-year yield keep getting wider. The question is: will the labor data push mortgage rates to 8%? In my 2023 forecast , I wrote that if the economy stays firm, the 10-year yield range should be between 3.21% and 4.25% , equating to mortgage rates betwee

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Real Estate News

JULY 7, 2023

Yes, there's a new social media app in town. It might be a fad — or the next big thing — but getting on board now could reap dividends for your business.

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Housing Wire

JULY 7, 2023

Nationwide Property and Appraisal Services LLC (NPAS), led by Sri Velamati and one of the largest appraisal management companies in the U.S., announced that it has acquired Integrity Appraisal Management (Integrity), a regional AMC based in Houston, TX. The acquisition of Integrity will help NPAS strengthen its ability to expand market reach and enhance product and service offerings, the company said in a statement.

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Real Estate News

JULY 7, 2023

The country’s largest independent brokerage recently pulled out of IDX in the Cleveland area, touching off widespread discussion. Will its approach catch on?

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Housing Wire

JULY 7, 2023

Consumer confidence in housing may have plateaued, according to the latest home purchase sentiment index (HPSI) by Fannie Mae. The HPSI — which tracks the housing market and consumer confidence to sell or buy a home — rose a mere 0.4 points to 66 as difficult supply and affordability conditions continue to weigh on the housing market, according to Fannie Mae.

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Real Estate News

JULY 7, 2023

In this high-interest rate, low-inventory environment, creative financing tactics can help agents and their clients seal the deal.

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Real Estate News

JULY 7, 2023

A lackluster June jobs report suggests the Fed’s aggressive fight against inflation may finally be working, which could influence future rate hikes.

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Housing Wire

JULY 7, 2023

The fix-and-flip market has seen a boom in recent years, with more than 407,000 homes flipped in 2022, a 14% increase from 2021 and a 58% increase from 2020, according to a recent report by real estate data firm ATTOM. ATTOM reports that one in 12 home sales last year — 8.4% — involved fix-and-flip investors. But increasing costs and the banking crisis this year have meant a fall-off in return on investment for flippers, and for those still interested, it can be more difficult to finance a fix-a

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Inman

JULY 7, 2023

Consumer confidence in the housing market "appears to have plateaued at a relatively low level," said Fannie Mae Chief Economist Doug Duncan in a new homeowner survey released on Friday.

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Housing Wire

JULY 7, 2023

The labor market is moderating gracefully, but conditions remain too hot for the Fed’s liking. Job gains were relatively solid yet again in June, with total nonfarm payroll employment reaching 209,000 jobs, compared to 339,000 in May , according to data released Friday by the Bureau of Labor Statistics. This increase is slightly under the average monthly gain of 341,000 jobs over the past 12 months.

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Inman

JULY 7, 2023

In the face of new harassment allegations at the highest levels of leadership, where is the outrage? asks speaker and writer Valerie Garcia. Is this who we are as Realtors?

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Housing Wire

JULY 7, 2023

The Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) on Friday issued a notice of proposed rulemaking that would amend its Suspended Counterparty Program (SCP) to include additional forms of misconduct as a basis for keeping regulated entities from doing business with organizations found to have committed fraud. “The SCP regulation requires any of FHFA’s regulated entities to submit a report to FHFA if the regulated entity becomes aware that an individual or institution with which it does business has been

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Inman

JULY 7, 2023

Despite sales falling by double-digits, agents and brokers in Alexandria, Richmond and Norfolk, Virginia, anticipate a summer of heated bidding wars, tough negotiations and market headwinds.

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Housing Wire

JULY 7, 2023

Nationwide Property and Appraisal Services LLC (NPAS), led by Sri Velamati and one of the largest appraisal management companies in the U.S., announced that it has acquired Integrity Appraisal Management (Integrity), a regional AMC based in Houston, TX. The acquisition of Integrity will help NPAS strengthen its ability to expand market reach and enhance product and service offerings, the company said in a statement.

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Inman

JULY 7, 2023

Since Amazon announced its ambitious HQ2 plans in 2018, Arlington's lower-tier luxury market has been ravaged by homebuyers and developers alike — and the rush show no signs of slowing.

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JULY 7, 2023

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Inman

JULY 7, 2023

Collaborative, AI-backed home search that allows buyers, agents and family members to browse and consider options in unison based on a "wishlist" is now available to enterprise accounts.

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Bigger Pockets

JULY 7, 2023

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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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Inman

JULY 7, 2023

With the move, Eklund also announced that he and husband Derek Kaplan will be renting out their 5,700-square-foot Beverly Hills home for $50,000 per month. He cited increased business and his children's education as key reasons for their relocation.

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BubbleInfo

JULY 7, 2023

The local home pricing is still off the highs of early-2022, but not by much. The smaller sample sizes (fewer sales) will make it harder to accurately identify the trends and cause more frustration/indecision for both buyers and sellers. Have we recovered, or just briefly paused the softness?

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Inman

JULY 7, 2023

Builders and residential contractors added nearly 60,000 jobs in June — about 11,000 more than expected for this time of year, according to data released Friday by the Bureau of Labor Statistics.

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RIS Media

JULY 7, 2023

While its list of legal battles is still pretty lengthy, the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR) can turn the page on a lawsuit that was filed by a former employee accusing the trade group of racial and sexual discrimination and sexual harassment. A little over a week after filing a suit against her former employer,… The post Sexual and Racial Discrimination Lawsuit Against NAR Dropped appeared first on RISMedia.

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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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Inman

JULY 7, 2023

Azibo is a browser app to help property owner-operators who manage anywhere from five to 50 units get a handle on their finances, tenants and portfolio.

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Coldwell Banker

JULY 7, 2023

If you are considering selling your home, there are several things you can do now to make the best first impression on potential buyers. Taking the time to declutter, deep clean and make simple repairs will show buyers that your house and property are well-maintained and ready for a new owner. Increase Curb Appeal A […] The post First Impressions Matter – Get Your Home Market Ready appeared first on Coldwell Banker Blue Matter.

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Inman

JULY 7, 2023

Stop sending the same-old, same-old marketing collateral, writes DOORA Creative Director Janet Pozos. Use QR codes to make everything you provide more meaningful.

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RIS Media

JULY 7, 2023

A labor market that for months seemingly shrugged off the Federal Reserve’s heavy hand finally appears to be slowing, as the latest report on jobs missed expectations with 209,000 new positions added in June. Economists and investors expected around 240,000. The unemployment rate remained mostly unchanged and in line with expectations at 3.6%. “The June… The post Slowing Job Growth Muddles Rate Debate appeared first on RISMedia.

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JULY 7, 2023

This week: As NAR dismisses harassment claims, women in the industry speak up about what they've seen up close and personal.

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RIS Media

JULY 7, 2023

The National Association of REALTORS® (NAR) has announced the launch of a new podcast, Drive With NAR: The Safety Series, set to debut on July 17. This monthly series is the second installment in the member-facing “Drive With NAR” podcast channel, an extension of the REALTOR® Magazine brand. Drive With NAR: The Safety Series will… The post NAR Launches New Podcast on REALTOR® Safety appeared first on RISMedia.

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Inman

JULY 7, 2023

Trainer Rachael Hite shares her first impressions of Meta's latest new social app. Will this kill Twitter? Do you need to add this to your business marketing strategy. We are in a new frontier of digital communication.

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RIS Media

JULY 7, 2023

Editor’s Note: The Mortgage Mix is RISMedia’s weekly highlight reel of need-to-know mortgage-industry happenings. Watch for it each Friday afternoon. –Rates are pushing toward last year’s peak, reaching 6.81% this week, according to Freddie Mac. Despite a pause in rate hikes by the Fed, expectations for more increases later in the year appear to be… The post Mortgage Mix: Rates Up, Applications Down appeared first on RISMedia.

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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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