Housing Wire

OCTOBER 23, 2023

While the mortgage delinquency rate remains low compared to pre-pandemic levels , the number of delinquent loans ticked up in September, according to the ICE Mortgage Monitor report. The national delinquency rate climbed to 3.29% in September, which is up 12 basis points from August and up 13 basis points from September 2022. This makes it the second and largest annual increase in the last 2.5 years, however, the delinquency rate remains 71 basis points below the pre-pandemic level of September

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Keeping Current Matters

OCTOBER 23, 2023

If you've ever dreamed of buying your own place, or selling your current house to upgrade, you're no stranger to the rollercoaster of emotions changing home prices can stir up.

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Housing Wire

OCTOBER 23, 2023

While rent prices remain elevated compared to pre-pandemic levels, the median asking rent price fell $29 from the July 2022 peak, to $1,747, according to Realtor.com. “As rents ease and both home prices and mortgage rates continue to climb, it’s become more economical to rent than to buy in nearly all major markets,” Danielle Hale, chief economist at Realtor.com said in a statement.

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Real Estate News

OCTOBER 23, 2023

A former NAR committee member called traditional compensation practices “the ultimate form of restraint of trade,” claiming that NAR looked the other way.

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Housing Wire

OCTOBER 23, 2023

KANSAS CITY, Missouri — The second week of the Sitzer/Burnett class-action buyer broker commission antitrust lawsuit kicked off with a bang. Just prior to the plaintiffs resting their case late Monday afternoon, HomeServices of America , one of the three remaining defendants in the commission lawsuit , filed a motion for judgment as a matter of law.

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Real Estate News

OCTOBER 23, 2023

Thad Fisher, former eXp, Anywhere and Zillow leader, joins KW's Livian platform; Christian Wallace named first chief of integrated home services at Real.

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OCTOBER 23, 2023

Realtor.com's latest rental report found that rent prices across the U.S. dipped in September, continuing a five-month trend.

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Housing Wire

OCTOBER 23, 2023

The first week of the much-anticipated Sitzer/Burn e tt class action buyer broker commission antitrust lawsuit concluded with the testimony of economic and legal experts. On Friday, Craig Schulman, an associate professor of economics at Texas A&M, took the stand again to be cross-examined by Ethan Glass, the defense attorney for the National Association of Realtors , according to reports from Inman News.

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Inman

OCTOBER 23, 2023

For the past three years, luxury buyers have been on the move. Increased opportunities to work remotely — and, by extension, live remotely — have enabled them to embrace new lifestyles or seek a higher quality of life, whether that means exploring regions and markets with better weather, lower costs, or a more relaxed pace.

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Housing Wire

OCTOBER 23, 2023

Click n’ Close , a mortgage lender mostly active in the wholesale and correspondent channels, appointed Kara Lamphere to the role of chief operating officer (COO). “Kara is a powerhouse, and we are thrilled to have her back as part of our executive team to help guide our continued growth and success,” Click n’ Close Owner and CEO Jeff Bode said in a statement.

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Inman

OCTOBER 23, 2023

The house that once helped Joel complete his famous ode to the Empire State has hit the Upstate New York housing market for $2.5 million. In recent years, the property served as a bed-and-breakfast.

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RIS Media

OCTOBER 23, 2023

The world of real estate is known for its complexities, paperwork and intricate processes. Buyers and sellers often rely on professionals to guide them through these intricacies. One such professional is the real estate transaction coordinator (TC). We will explore the role of a transaction coordinator in real estate and the cost associated with their… The post What is the Cost of a Transaction Coordinator in Real Estate?

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Inman

OCTOBER 23, 2023

On the first morning of its annual conference held in San Diego, technology-driven real estate brokerage Real unveiled a new consumer-facing app with the promise of bettering the way homes change hands.

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RIS Media

OCTOBER 23, 2023

KANSAS CITY—HomeServices of America, one of the defendants in the Burnett commission trial, today filed a motion for summary judgment—a ruling in its favor without any further proceedings—just as the plaintiffs are about to rest their case, claiming that no evidence has been presented to show they conspired together on rules or commissions. The plaintiffs’… The post COURT UPDATE: HomeServices Petitions for Immediate Judgment Against Plaintiffs appeared first on RISMedia.

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Inman

OCTOBER 23, 2023

Big names, heated exchanges and the emergence of homeseller plaintiffs on the stand dominated the first week of the Sitzer | Burnett commission trial in Kansas City, Missouri.

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National Association of Realtors: Culture Scan

OCTOBER 23, 2023

Pickleball Helps Florida Broker Net Real Estate Deals Jay Granieri of One Sotheby’s International Realty in Fort Lauderdale says America’s fastest-growing sport is a perfect match for finding new leads.

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Inman

OCTOBER 23, 2023

Keyes agents will benefit from BHR’s nuanced data reports filtered by an artificial intelligence interface called Aiden, designed to give agents a competitive experience with at-the-ready tools for translating current market performance and emerging trends into buying and selling decisions.

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RIS Media

OCTOBER 23, 2023

Today marks the start of the second week of the Burnett trial focused on buyer commission, with plaintiffs expected to wrap up their case in front of a jury today, as the defense brings in their witnesses to counter accusations of price fixing, conspiracy and other anti-competitive behavior in the landmark class action suit. The… The post COURT UPDATE: Judge Again Denies Defendants in Burnett Trial appeared first on RISMedia.

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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

OCTOBER 23, 2023

Broker Pam Blair knows that you need your phone to keep in touch with clients and colleagues, but writes that setting appropriate and healthy boundaries around screen time can help to ensure better mental and emotional health.

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RIS Media

OCTOBER 23, 2023

Above: Billy Houston Billy Houston has the database success story to end all database success stories. It happened shortly after he decided to come out of retirement as a senior executive in the banking industry to sell real estate at age 57. Now owner of the eponymous Billy Houston Group in Knoxville, Tennessee, aligned nationally with… The post Houston Team Has No Problem as Home Sales Take Flight in Knoxville appeared first on RISMedia.

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Inman

OCTOBER 23, 2023

The public is invited to join leaders from the American Bankers Association and mortgage giants Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac for a hearing on tackling appraisal bias.

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RIS Media

OCTOBER 23, 2023

As a real estate broker, the need for growth and new top-line revenue is never-ending. One powerful strategy to achieve these goals is by recruiting new agents who can become an integral part of your team. Not only does this approach help grow company dollars, but it enables you to give yourself a well-deserved pay… The post How to Triple Your Company Profits Through Recruiting 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

OCTOBER 23, 2023

Today’s housing market is unlike any in decades. While existing home sales are increasingly in the news, new construction is proving to be an attractive and increasingly important segment for agents.

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RIS Media

OCTOBER 23, 2023

RE/MAX has announced the addition of 15 new offices over the past two months, adding nearly 350 agents to the brand. The additions are a mix of new offices, conversions of formerly unaffiliated brokerages, and expansions of existing RE/MAX companies, the company stated. New brokerage openings: Shawn Gaugler opened RE/MAX Legacy in Bozeman, Montana Mandy… The post RE/MAX Sees Large Growth Over Recent Months appeared first on RISMedia.

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Inman

OCTOBER 23, 2023

The Big Apple ranks behind 18 other cities, including Boston, Seattle, and Boise, Idaho, when it comes to factors such as post-COVID urban recovery, commercial real estate, mass transit, crime, outmigration, and work-from-home trends, according to Michael Cemblast, chairman of market and investment strategy at JPMorgan.

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RIS Media

OCTOBER 23, 2023

Two of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Nevada Properties’ top teams, The Mullin Group and The Blankfeld Group, have merged to create The Mullin Blankfeld Group. This merged firm will have a total of 42 real estate agents. “Working together as one group combines a vast range of industry backgrounds that contribute to expertise in every category… The post Two Las Vegas BHHS Brokerages Merge appeared first on RISMedia.

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Inman

OCTOBER 23, 2023

Dr. Lee Davenport draws on both historical context and current events to describe how the latest news can impact the application of fair housing laws and policies.

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Bigger Pockets

OCTOBER 23, 2023

As the saying goes, don't put all of your eggs into one basket. We interviewed three pro real estate investors and asked how they diversify their portfolios. Here's what they said.

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Inman

OCTOBER 23, 2023

Time, the most precious commodity in a real estate agent's arsenal, has just received a major upgrade for agents affiliated with Coldwell Banker Realty.

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RIS Media

OCTOBER 23, 2023

Curbio announced that for the third year in a row, it has been named to the Washington Business Journal’s annual list of the fastest-growing companies in the Washington, D.C. area. Curbio is a pre-listing home improvement solution that partners exclusively with real estate agents to help them win listings and get them market-ready with ease,… The post Curbio Named One of the Fastest Growing Companies in D.C.

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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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