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Better mortgage spreads boost housing demand in 2025

Housing Wire

One of the lesser known storylines in housing economics is that the improvement in mortgage spreads since 2023 has contributed to a noticeable trend in purchase application data for 2025, which is now showing 15 consecutive weeks of positive year-over-year growth. Mortgage spreads recently turned negative due to market volatility, which resulted in an increase of 20 to 25 basis points in mortgage rates.

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Buyer agreements don't lead to lower commissions, Fed finds

Real Estate News

Research based on three decades of data suggests rising home prices are a more likely factor, which aligns with current reports on post-settlement compensation.

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StreetEasy: NYC sellers express ‘remorse’ after listing privately

Real Estate News

A survey by the Zillow subsidiary found that most sellers support broad listing access, and those who listed off the MLS were more likely to regret their sale.

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Don’t Let Student Loans Hold You Back from Homeownership

Keeping Current Matters

Did you know? According to a recent study, 72% of people with student loans think their debt will delay their ability to buy a home.

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The 2025 Real Estate Roadmap to Success

Don’t just react to changes, plan for them, so you can approach the new year with confidence, direction, and a competitive edge for your business. Having a well-defined business plan helps you chart a clear course, navigate challenges, and set a foundation for growth. This workbook gives you the key steps to outline what matters and will ensure you’re moving ahead.

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Fed: Requiring buyer agreements has no effect on commissions

Inman

The Federal Reserve analysis found that rising home prices are likely why commission rates fell in the past two decades, but found no impact on rates after buyer contracts were required in 15 states.

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Housing affordability drops sharply for middle-class: NAR

Housing Wire

Housing markets across the country are grappling with a number of issues that have resulted in historically low home sales, and chief among them is the lack of affordability. Thats largely driven by a national housing shortage thats leading to fewer listings and thus driving up home prices. According to a new paper from the National Association of Realtors (NAR), the drop in affordability is present in all income brackets but its most stark among the middle class where the percentage of affordab

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More homes are for sale — but not at the right price point

Real Estate News

A new report from NAR and Realtor.com found that households earning $100k or less can afford far fewer homes today compared to before the pandemic.

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You Could Use Some of Your Equity To Give Your Children the Gift of Home

Keeping Current Matters

If youre a homeowner, chances are youve built up a lot of wealth just by living in your house and watching its value grow over time.

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What does it take to sell a home every 75 minutes? The Download

Inman

Legendary Texas world-record holder Ben Caballero shares the secrets that allowed him to sell 7,000 homes last year.

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Avoiding Lease Accounting Pitfalls in 2025: Lessons Learned from Spreadsheet Errors

Speaker: Abdi Ali, Sr. Lease Accounting Consultant

Join this insightful webinar with industry expert Abdi Ali, who will discuss the challenges that can arise from managing lease accounting with spreadsheets! He will share real-world examples of errors, compliance issues, and risks that may be present within your spreadsheets. Learn how these tools, while useful, can sometimes lead to inefficiencies that affect your time, resources, and peace of mind.

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Only 21% of Agents Would Recommend This Career…Here’s Why That Matters

Lab Coat Agents

Only 21% of Agents Would Recommend This Career Theres a stat from Redfins 2025 Industry Survey that hit me hard: Only 21% of real estate agents say theyd recommend this career to someone else. Thats less than 1 in 4. In an industry thats been marketed for years as the ultimate path to freedom and financial potential, this should be a wake-up call for all of us.

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Foreclosures are up 14% in the past year, ATTOM says

Housing Wire

Foreclosure activity continued its upward trend in April, with a total of 36,033 properties receiving default notices, scheduled for auction or repossessed, according to the latest data from real estate analytics firm ATTOM. The figure represents a 0.4% increase from March and a 13.9% jump compared to April 2024. April’s foreclosure activity continued its gradual climb, with both starts and completions up annually, Rob Barber , CEO of ATTOM, said in a statement.

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What Buyers Need To Know About Homeowners Association Fees

Keeping Current Matters

When buying a home, youre probably thinking about mortgage rates, home prices, your down payment, and maybe even your closing costs. But you may not be thinking about homeowners association (HOA) fees.

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Lone Wolf Technologies to wind down popular LionDesk CRM

Inman

Lone Wolf began notifying customers of the popular customer relationship manager software's imminent shutdown "a few weeks ago," Lone Wolf CEO Jimmy Kelly told Inman exclusively.

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Tech-Forward Strategies for Scaling Agent Efficiency & Accelerating Growth

As the real estate market evolves, technology has become essential for success. According to NAR, only 26% of agents feel their brokerage provides the necessary tech tools and, as a result, agents seek teams and brokerages who prioritize technology investments! Whether you manage an established team or are forming a new one, this guide outlines key considerations and necessary applications to thrive.

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Affordable Housing Lottery in Cypress Hills Has $774 Three-Bedrooms

Brownstoner

An affordable housing lottery has opened for 369 apartments in the second of three buildings in the 100 percent affordable Atlantic Chestnut development under construction in Cypress Hills in East New York. It's the second affordable housing lottery to take place for the new development on the site of a… Read More > The post Affordable Housing Lottery in Cypress Hills Has $774 Three-Bedrooms appeared first on Brownstoner.

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FHA/VA purchase mortgage demand up 40% annually

Housing Wire

Mortgage applications increased 1.1% from one week earlier, according to data from the Mortgage Bankers Associations (MBA) Weekly Mortgage Applications Survey for the week ending May 9, 2025. On an unadjusted basis, the index increased 1% compared with the previous week. The seasonally adjusted purchase index was a bright spot this week, increasing 2% from one week earlier.

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HomeServices CEO: Ignore the noise, focus on winning clients

Real Estate News

Chris Kelly said a recent New York Times podcast painted an inaccurate picture of agents, and he believes consumers are much more concerned about closing deals.

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Why Would I Move with a 3% Mortgage Rate?

Keeping Current Matters

If you have a 3% mortgage rate, youre probably pretty hesitant to let that go.

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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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10 conversation starters and scripts to win sellers this spring

Inman

Great conversations, writes coach Annette DeCicco, start by providing sellers information and choices so that they can confidently make decisions. Study up. Practice your lines. Every expert does.

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Mortgage Applications Increase as Rates Continue Holding Steady

RIS Media

Continued steady mortgage rates this past week resulted in a slight increase in mortgage application volume as the spring market is now fully underway. According to the latest Weekly Mortgage Applications Survey from the Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA) for the week ending May 9, the Market Composite Index (a measure of mortgage loan application volume)… The post Mortgage Applications Increase as Rates Continue Holding Steady appeared first on RISMedia.

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UWM unveils suite of AI-powered solutions ahead of flagship event

Housing Wire

On Wednesday, United Wholesale Mortgage (UWM) launched a new suite of six artificial intelligence -powered tools built specifically for independent mortgage brokers. The tools, announced ahead of the company’s fourth annual UWM LIVE! event, are designed to simplify mortgage broker workflows, enhance client relationships and allow them to scale their businesses faster.

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Little chance of rate cuts in the current economy

Real Estate News

Mortgage rates ticked up this week, and it could take a recession to bring them down. But that doesnt mean a home sales rebound is off the table.

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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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Housing Market Forecasts for the Second Half of 2025

Keeping Current Matters

Are you wondering what to expect if you buy or sell a home in the second half of the year? Heres what the expert forecasts tell you.

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13 tasks real estate agents can delegate to technology (beyond AI)

Inman

From lead nurturing to mileage tracking, broker Holly Brink helps you lighten your admin load and reclaim your time by handing rote tasks off to tech.

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Why Communication is So Important in Real Estate—Especially When Things Go Sideways

Bigger Pockets

What is the most likely reason a doctor is sued for malpractice (other than screwing up a procedure, of course)?

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MORE Seller Financing wants to debunk ‘the bad rap for wraps’

Housing Wire

In an era of high mortgage rates and stagnant home sales , a real estate transaction model is making waves by reintroducing and standardizing a once-popular financing method. Ryan Leahy, the founder of MORE Seller Financing , said his company has created the first nationwide platform to bring consistency, compliance and clarity to seller financing a practice that has been relatively diminished in the mainstream market.

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Driving Profit: 4 Pillars for Growing Your Real Estate Brokerage

In the rapidly changing real estate landscape, achieving profitability requires a strategic approach beyond traditional methods. Our guide, "The 4 Pillars to Brokerage Profitability," outlines four essential pillars for scaling your real estate business: a seamless lead-to-close technology ecosystem, tailored integrated solutions for teams and agents, value-added success services and community support, and consumer-centric operations throughout the full homeownership lifecycle.

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C.A.R., CRMLS align on transparency, push back on private listings

Real Estate News

Powerful residential real estate groups in California see office exclusives as a risk to consumers and the integrity of the housing market.

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Hosting a Stellar Summer Party in Your Apartment: 7 Hot Tips

Apartment Guide

As the last sprigs of spring bid their farewells, its the perfect time to start planning your next get-together. What better way to kick off the new season than hosting a summer party in your apartment? From cleaning and party prep to keeping your neighbors in mind, weve compiled a list of expert tips to help you and your friends splash into summer in style.

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Traverse City luxury condos poised to set new price threshold

Inman

The turnkey penthouses would be ideal for second-home buyers, developer Andrew McCarthy said. They will be completed in late summer 2025 and are asking $2.95 million and $3.25 million, respectively.