Housing Wire

MAY 19, 2022

The National Association of Realtors reported Thursday that existing home sales for April came in at 5.61 million , with double-digit home-price growth driving a housing market that is still savagely unhealthy. Of course, that didn’t happen, in fact, median home price growth today was 14.8%. . Wait, what? million and 1.93

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Housing Wire

AUGUST 3, 2022

My ex-wife is an underwriter and layoffs were part of the process. This confounds my non-mortgage family. I spoke with a recruiter not long ago, and he said my LinkedIn algorithm is slanted to lean into the high layoff posts. My question is when will we be honest with our staff? I made them part of my team.

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Housing Wire

MAY 20, 2022

Local markets spotlights 5 different areas across the country, showcasing what is uniquely happening in those housing markets. Local real estate agents, loan officers and appraisers share what characteristics are currently defining their housing markets. The agents on my team are having to be extremely competitive when making offers.

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Housing Wire

MAY 3, 2023

On Friday afternoon, my real estate agent called with good news. My agent exchanged a few emails with the buyer’s agent over a few minor repair requests, but this was all buttoned up very quickly. But what happens when that calculation collides with the worst period of housing affordability in decades? Congratulations!”

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Housing Wire

DECEMBER 6, 2022

Wells Fargo was doing a program where they would lock the rate indefinitely, so I had three of my clients transition from the builder’s lender to Wells Fargo because they were able to lock in back in March when the rates were still in the 4.0% Amy Breach, Real Estate broker on the Hill Team in Seattle for Keller Williams.

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Housing Wire

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

I’ll show you what it takes to succeed as a luxury real estate agent in any market. If you’re known in your market as the expert who successfully sells properties between $1 to $3 million, how do you start getting clients looking for homes valued at $10 million+? You might be ready to take on the luxury real estate market!

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HomeLight

MARCH 29, 2024

As you prepare to sell your home, your first big question will likely be, “What will be my listing price?” This is a tightrope decision that requires just the right balance, and it starts with knowing your home’s value. How Much Is Your Home Worth Now? Home values have rapidly increased in recent years.

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HomeLight

AUGUST 30, 2022

It’s natural to be curious about how a home appraisal works, especially when you’re in the process of selling and an interested buyer is relying on loan assistance to afford your asking price. While no two appraisals are exactly the same, there is a great deal of consistency on what to expect and how to prepare. Request Estimate.

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HomeLight

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

Whether they’re considering selling their property, refinancing their mortgage, or simply curious about their investment’s current market value, many people are curious to know: “What’s my home worth today?” How Much Is Your Home Worth Now?

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HomeLight

DECEMBER 14, 2023

You’re living in your dream home but struggling to make your mortgage payments every month. However, your home is your most valuable asset, leaving you to ask, “ Should I sell my house to pay off debt? Selling your house to pay off debt is more common than you might think, but putting your home on the market is difficult.

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CT Homes

MARCH 7, 2024

If you’re a homeowner pondering the possibility of selling your house, you might find yourself wrestling with a common question: Can you sell a home with a mortgage ? Selling a home with a mortgage is not only possible but might be simpler than you anticipate, with the right approach and knowledge at your disposal.

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Toronto Realty Blog

MARCH 7, 2024

In lieu of Ken Burns or David Attenborough, I don’t know how you might narrate a voice in your head, but personally, Morgan Freeman is my go-to. I just want to illustrate the dichotomy between real estate market realities and what many people want to “be.” The one that you heard in your head. It was just shocking!

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Fancy Pants Homes

JANUARY 9, 2024

If you too have kicked off the year by watching what’s arguably the most disturbing “eat-the-rich” movie we’ve seen in a long time, director Emerald Fennell’s unsettling Saltburn , you’re bound to have plenty of questions left unanswered. To top it off, would Oliver’s efforts be worth it?

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Marco Santarelli

DECEMBER 12, 2023

The other day a friend of mine approached me excitedly, saying, “I found the house of my dreams. What do you think?” “Now my husband and I can afford it.” “Just because something is cheap doesn't mean it's worth the cost.” I let him tell me what he would accept. ” I asked.

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Realty Biz

FEBRUARY 4, 2024

Their 'Zestimate' is an estimated market value for a home. Sometimes, it can be fun just to see how off they are when providing clients an analysis of value of their homes. We will examine why Zillow home values might not always mirror market value. Zillow estimates home values for properties across the United States.

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The Close

NOVEMBER 3, 2023

But with big data and historical pricing information, there are tools that can send homeowners regular messages reviewing what their house is worth. So let’s dive into the top features of Homebot, its pricing, and my full breakdown. Check Out Homebot What Is Homebot? Homebot has entered the chat. Why can’t that be you?

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The Close

JANUARY 9, 2024

In this article, I’ll share some of my best strategies for handling objections in real estate. To create an outstanding real estate experience, we must pull back the curtain and discover what is causing them to react emotionally. The fear of leaving money behind Seller doesn’t want to pay more than what they believe is fair.

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Realty Biz

JANUARY 15, 2024

One of the most challenging aspects of real estate is buying and selling homes simultaneously. If you are a first-time home seller, also look at the first-time selling checklist. One popular option is a bridge loan, a short-term loan that allows you to finance the purchase of a new home while you wait for your existing home to sell.

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HomeLight

DECEMBER 8, 2023

In today’s real estate market, with high mortgage interest rates and hesitant buyers, you might be pondering, “Is my mortgage assumable?” ” as a strategy to accelerate your home sale. But what exactly does it entail? Find Agent What is an assumable mortgage? Why would I let a buyer assume my loan?

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Realty Biz

JANUARY 13, 2024

When buying a home, asking your Realtor the right questions is crucial. Understanding their role, finding the right professional, and knowing what to ask can significantly impact your buying experience. Many articles are written about how to interview a Realtor when selling a home. There are many types of agents.

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The Close

SEPTEMBER 22, 2023

In my review, I found that Addressable’s robots mimic human handwriting, churning out ink-on-paper letters at scale, making handwritten notes both efficient and economical. I wondered the same and am here to give you my take on this savvy platform that incorporates artificial intelligence and actual robots. Customization 4.5

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Toronto Realty Blog

OCTOBER 25, 2023

Every day, multiple times per day, I will check out my TorontoMLS home page and scroll through the new listings of the day. I see the address and then my mind pictures the name of the seller on the listing, as I have seen so many times before. But what if we worked backwards? Or maybe it’s just association ?

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The Close

APRIL 11, 2023

Perhaps a healthy dose of real estate jokes, puns, and pick-up lines is just what the doctor ordered to get you back on track. The Two-story House My clients put in an offer on a two-story house. Number three is my personal favorite. The Truck Driver Client My truck driver client was such a pain. What’s your IQ?”

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Toronto Realty Blog

OCTOBER 5, 2023

You messed up my whole week! The last design was looking to promote my expertise, my buying process, my selling process, and my team, but we have a different site for that: Toronto Realty Group. Well, I hope you enjoy the new TRB theme, design, and layout more than the last one. 3) $1,038,668 4) 4,642 5) 29.8%

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Windemere Selling

JUNE 14, 2023

Thinking about selling your home? You’ve likely got a thousand questions swimming around in your head, but there’s one that tends to stick out in homeowners’ minds above the others: What’s my home worth? Here are some of the ways you can make good use of your time before you put your home on the market.

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Realty Biz

JANUARY 12, 2024

Real estate marketing plays a crucial role in selling homes by creating exposure and generating interest among potential buyers. For example, the real estate marketing materials left at the home can make a difference when selling houses. Internet marking is a vital part of any home-selling checklist.

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HomeLight

JANUARY 30, 2024

It’s always worth talking about refinancing,” says Clint Hammond, a mortgage expert in Columbia, South Carolina, with more than 20 years of experience. In this post, we’ll look at how refinancing a mortgage works, what you can expect, and how to decide if leveraging this financial tool is right for you.

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The Close

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

Let’s take the enduring belief that you need a hefty 20% down payment to buy a home—which continues to be a misconception. I’m here to set the record straight and help my readers know real estate fact from fiction. I compiled this list from years of experience with buyers and sellers and real estate stories from my mentees.

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The Residential Specialist

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

New home construction can be a profitable niche for real estate professionals who are willing to dedicate the time and effort By Myrna Traylor Most residential real estate professionals enter the real estate field with an eye on the largest market—resales of existing homes. New construction is always seen as much more expensive.

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HomeLight

JUNE 16, 2023

of the home sale price, according to HomeLight’s real estate transaction data of thousands of home sales each year. In this post, we’ll help you determine how much commission you might pay on your Virginia home sale, and what options are available to earn the highest proceeds possible.

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Realty Biz

JANUARY 4, 2024

Whether you are buying or selling a home, it is essential to have a firm grasp of home appraisals. From nearly forty years of experience as a Realtor, buyers and sellers should have at least a basic understanding of real estate appraisals and what they entail. What is a Real Estate Appraiser?

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Toronto Realty Blog

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

For what it’s worth, and in the spirit of brutal honesty, the original title was, “February TRREB Stats: Swallowing My Pride.” ” And yet some of the TRB readers have absolutely, positively, no idea what I’m talking about here. Hence, my smoke and mirrors title today. Fair enough?

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Realtor.com

JANUARY 3, 2022

Getty Images Furnishing a home—whether you’re a new homeowner or you’ve moved to larger digs—can be a time- and budget-consuming struggle, especially if you want quality pieces that aren’t made of plasterboard and glue. In fact, I furnished my house for less than $3,000.

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Windemere Selling

FEBRUARY 22, 2023

Deciding when to sell your home can depend on a variety of factors. Whatever the case may be, making the decision to sell your home is the first step in your selling journey. Deciding to Sell Your Home Once you know it’s time to sell your home , it’s natural to feel a wave of emotions. And what about the interior?

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Broke Agent Media

FEBRUARY 2, 2023

I am amazing at my job. Amazing is more of a flow than a static thing, but if you know what you’re after and can overcome personal obstacles, you can live in that place long-term. Here are the 10 ways that I define amazing and defend against my demons. What got you here is not going to get you there.

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Realty Biz

AUGUST 22, 2022

If you have questions on real estate investing, DIY, home buying/selling, or other housing inquiries please email your questions to askbrian@realtybiznews.com. Question from Gianna in MI: Hi Brian, After two years of dreaming about buying my first home, I have cold feet now that my offer has been accepted.

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Realtor.com

JANUARY 12, 2023

Whatever the case, a great way to get an idea of how much your home is worth is to look at the recent sale prices of other homes in your neighborhood. When using comps, you’ll want to compare apples to apples—that is, homes that have a similar square footage and amenities as yours. Comps can help you figure it out.

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