Housing Wire

APRIL 22, 2024

Last week, Keller Williams was named to an additional class-action lawsuit, which also takes issue with alterations made to the brokerage’s profit-sharing program. In the past few weeks, 12 agents formerly affiliated with Keller Williams — Jerri Moulder, David Bueker, Robert Hill, Kevin Ortiz, Edward Fordyce, Paul Davis, Penny Alper, Jana and Dennis Caudill, Eric Mendoza, Jack Levine and John Exnicios — took legal action against the real estate brokerage by filing a host of class-action lawsuits

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Keeping Current Matters

APRIL 22, 2024

According to recent data from Fannie Mae, almost 1 in 4 people still think home prices are going to come down.

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Housing Wire

APRIL 20, 2024

Housing inventory finally hit my target level of growth last week with mortgage rates now over 7.25% , something I couldn’t get all last year. Of course, what is different this year versus last year is that new listing data is growing yearly instead of trending at the lowest levels recorded in history. This is something I talked about last week on Yahoo Finance.

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Real Estate News

APRIL 18, 2024

Two U.S. senators are pushing for policy changes that would reduce “exclusionary” zoning regulations and promote local development.

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Inman

APRIL 22, 2024

Matterport's board of directors unanimously approved the deal, which will be finalized later this year. CoStar purchased its outstanding stock for $5.50 per share, reflecting a value of $1.6 billion.

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Brownstoner

APRIL 18, 2024

Locals called for proportional and contextual development in Windsor Terrace -- rather than high-rises that could set precedent for the neighborhood and beyond -- at a heated community meeting on a proposed 13-story development on Tuesday night. More than 200 residents from Windsor Terrace and surrounding neighborhoods packed Shepherd’s Hall… Read More > The post Windsor Terrace Locals Want a Shorter, More Affordable Arrow Linen Project appeared first on Brownstoner.

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Real Estate News

APRIL 19, 2024

This week, Zillow CEO Rich Barton praised Realtor.com CEO Damian Eales’ latest push to educate homebuyers about changes coming to the industry.

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Keeping Current Matters

APRIL 16, 2024

If you’ve got a move on your mind, you may be wondering whether you should wait to sell until mortgage rates come down before you spring into action.

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Inman

APRIL 22, 2024

As the real estate industry continues to evolve, embracing the transformative potential of AI and blockchain technology to gain a competitive edge.

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RIS Media

APRIL 22, 2024

HomeAdvantage—a subsidiary of Jason Mitchell Group Holding Partners—announced a partnership with Real Estate Connection (REC)—a REALTOR® management company and brokerage. REC will now offer the HomeAdvantage product and nationwide MLS for lender accounts. HomeAdvantage is a tech-enabled platform providing nationwide MLS portals along with a nationwide network of real estate professionals, streamlines the home buying… The post HomeAdvantage Partners With Real Estate Connection appeared firs

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Housing Wire

APRIL 18, 2024

Existing home sales fell in today’s report , which isn’t surprising, but one headline that shocked some people was that home prices are still up year over year, even with higher inventory and higher mortgage rates. From NAR : The median existing home price for all housing types in March was $393,500, an increase of 4.8% from the previous year ($375,300).

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Real Estate News

APRIL 16, 2024

PulteGroup, which potentially has thousands of claims as a seller, raised concerns about “needless and time-consuming” paperwork and lack of transparency.

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Keeping Current Matters

APRIL 17, 2024

You may have seen reports in the news recently saying it’s more affordable to rent right now than it is to buy a home.

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Inman

APRIL 22, 2024

The Utah-based disruptor "moved our real estate agents from W2 to 1099" while other "non-Homie" agents were laid off last week due to "role redundancy," a Homie spokesperson confirmed to Inman.

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Seattle Times Real Estate

APRIL 20, 2024

Veteran Seattle developer Martin Selig is reportedly still trying to refinance a $239 million office loan that comes due next month.

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Real Estate News

APRIL 16, 2024

During a livestream presentation, Bright MLS’s chief economist highlighted some of the most misunderstood topics or mistaken beliefs about real estate.

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Keeping Current Matters

APRIL 18, 2024

Over the past year or so, a lot of people have been talking about how tough it is to buy a home.

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Inman

APRIL 17, 2024

Fannie, Freddie and FHA say sellers can continue to pay the buyer's agent's commission. But it remains to be seen if buyers will be allowed to finance their agent's commission into their mortgage.

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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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Bigger Pockets

APRIL 19, 2024

New York State legislative leaders have agreed on a preliminary housing deal aimed at tackling affordability and supply problems, which are especially severe in New York City.

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Housing Wire

APRIL 16, 2024

Today, Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell made statements at the Washington Forum that indicate there will be no rate cuts anytime soon because the economy and the labor market are too strong with sticky inflation. This is a change from previous statements where the Fed talked about the rate cuts it expected to make this year — although that timeframe has changed several times.

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Real Estate News

APRIL 16, 2024

The federal finance giants clarified their policies, confirming that buyer agent compensation won't be applied to concession limits.

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RIS Media

APRIL 18, 2024

Septic tank inspections are crucial for any homeowner considering the purchase of a house with a septic system. I will cover the inspection process, identify who should perform it and explain its importance. A septic system handles a home’s wastewater, making its condition vital for property value and health standards. Inspections can prevent future expenses… The post Understanding the Importance of Septic Inspections as a Buyer and Homeowner 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

APRIL 18, 2024

The campaign will roll out across print and digital media and comes against the backdrop of commission disruption and intense competition among portals.

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Seattle Times Real Estate

APRIL 19, 2024

Fifty-three percent of Seattle-area renters saw their monthly rent jump more than $100 in the past year, according to a new survey, FYI Guy writes.

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Housing Wire

APRIL 19, 2024

Luxury home prices in the U.S. surged by 8.7% year over year in the first quarter of 2024, with the median price hitting a record $1.225 million, according to data from Redfin. In comparison, prices for non-luxury homes rose by 4.6% to a median of $345,000, which is also a record high. Redfin defined luxury homes as those estimated to be in the top 5% of their metro area based on market value, while non-luxury homes are those with estimated values in the 35th to 65th percentile.

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Real Estate News

APRIL 19, 2024

Active listings are back to pre-pandemic levels, but home prices — and home insurance costs — keep going up, creating a tough market for buyers and sellers.

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RIS Media

APRIL 22, 2024

As a third-generation broker, with both his grandfather and father deeply involved in the company business, Steve Fase II naturally gravitated toward real estate. Growing up, Fase watched them working hard every day to help buyers and sellers, and help agents achieve their goals. The impact of building those relationships over the years piqued his… The post Power Broker Insights: Building Upon a Family Foundation appeared first on RISMedia.

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Inman

APRIL 22, 2024

Anxiety around commissions leaped to the top of the worries brokerage leaders face, pushing down concerns around inventory and competition, according to Inman Intel Index survey results.

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Marco Santarelli

APRIL 20, 2024

A common question on many people's minds is whether the U.S. housing market will crash again. To address this concern, it's essential to consider various expert analyses and economic indicators that provide insight into the future of real estate. The forecasts show that the housing market in 2024 is expected to continue grappling with high home prices and elevated mortgage rates, which have been a significant barrier to homeownership for many.

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Housing Wire

APRIL 22, 2024

Earlier this month, California-based multichannel mortgage lender CMG Financial announced that it had acquired Norcom Mortgage ’s retail assets to expand its operations in the Northeast. The deal, however, will not include core members of Norcom’s well-known team of reverse mortgage professionals, including John Luddy , Norcom’s senior vice president of reverse lending.

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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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