Housing Wire

MAY 15, 2024

Mortgage rates have been slowly dropping recently, which has caught some people off guard. With inflation data that is still higher than the Federal Reserve ‘s target, the recent decrease has left many intrigued. Was it the recent inflation reports or the last batch of labor data that played a significant role in this shift? The Fed’s recent hawkish stance, refraining from rate cuts and advocating for extended higher rate language, adds to the mystery.

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Real Estate News

MAY 15, 2024

Rates have gone up considerably in the past few years, but is the fear of losing a low-rate mortgage really keeping homeowners from selling?

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Keeping Current Matters

MAY 9, 2024

When you’re planning a move, it’s normal to wonder where you’ll end up and what your future home is going to look like.

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Inman

MAY 15, 2024

Homebuyers have yet to respond in force to drop in rates, which have been in retreat from 2024 highs for three consecutive weeks following Fed easing and soft jobs and CPI reports.

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RIS Media

MAY 13, 2024

Mold is a fungus that thrives in damp environments, often becoming a concern in homes. It produces spores that travel through the air and can settle on moist surfaces, leading to rapid growth. Mold’s presence in homes can pose significant health risks and cause structural damage, making it essential for homeowners and buyers to understand.… The post Understanding Mold in Homes: What it is, Common Causes and Why It’s a Concern appeared first on RISMedia.

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Housing Wire

MAY 15, 2024

From 2010 to 2024, the reverse mortgage industry sought to allow remote reverse mortgage counseling in the state of Massachusetts, citing an insufficient number of actual counselors and logistical challenges for senior clients. But as time dragged on and state lawmakers seemed unwilling to seriously entertain the proposal, the ravages of the COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic helped to change the dynamics of the situation.

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Keeping Current Matters

MAY 15, 2024

Having a hard time finding a first home that's right for you and your wallet?

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MAY 15, 2024

On the heels of the National Association of Realtors’ midyear meeting, broker-owner Teresa Boardman wonders why NAR doesn’t livestream (and engage) more members.

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RIS Media

MAY 15, 2024

Reliance has announced its newest partnership with Intero Real Estate Services: designing and launching the Northern California-based real estate company’s new website, which includes a Hyperlocal MLS search experience. “It is a true honor to partner with a company like Intero whose name has become synonymous with the top agents in the business,” said Sean… The post Reliance Designs New Website for Intero Real Estate Services appeared first on RISMedia.

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Housing Wire

MAY 15, 2024

Many prospective U.S. homebuyers fear missing out on the perks of owning a home. According to the newest Bank of America Homebuyer Insights Report , 72% of respondents worry about potential rent hikes impacting their finances. The report also reveals growing uncertainty about whether to rent or buy, with 57% of survey respondents unsure if now is a good time to purchase a home, compared to 48% last year.

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Real Estate News

MAY 14, 2024

Damian Eales told Real Estate News that he loves competition but takes issue with Homes.com’s traffic claims and says they have “disparaged” buyer agents.

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MAY 14, 2024

Selling your house is a big decision.

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Inman

MAY 13, 2024

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RIS Media

MAY 15, 2024

Mortgage applications saw a slight increase of 0.5% from last week’s bump of 2.6%, according to the latest Weekly Mortgage Applications Survey from the Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA) for the week ending May 10, 2024. This week’s numbers: The Market Composite Index, a measure of mortgage loan application volume, increased 0.5% on a seasonally adjusted… The post Mortgage Applications See Second Week of Increases appeared first on RISMedia.

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Housing Wire

MAY 15, 2024

The most anticipated economic report of the month showed that inflation cooled down a little in April, bringing relief to investors and housing industry professionals. Consumer prices in April were up 3.4% from a year earlier, down from 3.5% in March , according to data released by the Bureau of Labor Statistics on Wednesday. The reading, which came on the heels of the past three stronger-than-expected CPI releases, aligned with economists’ forecasts.

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Real Estate News

MAY 9, 2024

Despite a last-minute motion to delay the hearing, the proceedings went on as scheduled, ending buyer agent commissions litigation for the three brokerages.

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Brownstoner

MAY 15, 2024

On a sunny Tuesday afternoon, early in April 2023, as my wife Dana was cooking some matzo ball soup and I was hovering nearby, we saw an all too familiar sight outside our apartment's kitchen window -- a gaggle of folks chatting by the building's front yard and wrought iron… Read More > The post A Surprise Visit on Clinton Avenue appeared first on Brownstoner.

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Inman

MAY 13, 2024

The lawsuit filed last week alleges that the city of LA took part in "backroom machinations" in order to landmark a house that does not meet criteria for status as a historic cultural monument to "arrange the desired outcome.

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Speaker: Sarah Santa Ana, Real Estate Coach, Move4Free Realty

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RIS Media

MAY 15, 2024

Second Century Ventures, the strategic investment arm of the National Association of REALTORS®, has announced the selection of eight companies for the second annual REACH Latin America (LATAM) cohort. Those selected for the 2024 program will join a portfolio of more than 250 technology companies across six major markets worldwide. NAR stated that the REACH… The post Second Century Ventures Announces Eight Companies for REACH LATAM 2024 appeared first on RISMedia.

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Housing Wire

MAY 15, 2024

The Community Home Lenders of America (CHLA) on Wednesday released a plan that it says would “modernize” Ginnie Mae , the government-owned company that manages the securitization of government-sponsored loans. The CHLA argues that Ginnie Mae has not been given sufficient budget authority by the congressional appropriations process despite the value it generates.

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Real Estate News

MAY 15, 2024

Sentiment drops for the first time since November, with persistent inflation and concerns about new federal rules dampening builders’ outlook.

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Maximum Exposure Real Estate

MAY 13, 2024

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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

MAY 15, 2024

The lender boosted mortgage volume 25 percent from Q4 but suffered a $51 million loss, according to Q1 earnings data on Tuesday. CEO Vishal Garg said Better's future "lies in Uberizing the loan officer.

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Eye on Housing

MAY 13, 2024

As described in a previous post, NAHB recently released its 2024 Priced-Out Estimates showing 103.5 million households are not able to afford a median priced new home and an additional 106,031 households would be priced out if the price goes up by $1,000. This post focuses on the related U.S. housing affordability pyramid, showing how.

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Housing Wire

MAY 14, 2024

A report released this week by St. Louis-based Clever Real Estate found that recent homebuyers, as well as people who are considering a home purchase in the next year, are experiencing a laundry list of difficulties. Last month, Clever surveyed a total of 920 Americans about their views of the home purchase process and real estate agents. The respondents included 420 people who bought a home in 2023 or 2024, and another 500 who plan to do so in 2024 or 2025.

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Real Estate News

MAY 13, 2024

Membership numbers defied expectations, while member dues and leadership announcements paint a picture of an association focused on stability.

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RIS Media

MAY 13, 2024

The National Association of REALTORS® today opened applications for the “Pitch Battle” competition taking place at the 2024 Innovation, Opportunity & Investment (iOi) Summit, the premier event for real estate technology. The sixth annual iOi Summit will take place Aug. 28-29 in Chicago, Illinois. The Pitch Battle competition, presented by NAR’s venture capital arm Second… The post NAR Calls on Real Estate Technology Startups to Apply for Pitch Battle Competition appeared first on RISMe

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Inman

MAY 14, 2024

Judge Stephen R. Bough said payouts and practice changes in NAR's deal, added to those in the Keller Williams, Anywhere and RE/MAX settlements, represent "substantial benefits" for sellers.

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Seattle Times Real Estate

MAY 15, 2024

Edith Macefield became a Seattle legend when she refused to sell her home to developers. Now the spot where Macefield stood her ground is up for lease.

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Housing Wire

MAY 14, 2024

Despite persistently high interest rates , big four title firm Fidelity National Financial recorded a much stronger start to 2024 than it did a year ago. In first-quarter 2024 , Fidelity reported total revenue of $3.299 billion, up from $2.474 billion a year ago. Its net earnings were $248 million, compared to a $59 million net loss in Q1 2023. The firm attributed its stronger results to better performance from both its F&G segment and its title insurance segment.

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Speaker: Ari Capogeannis, Director - Revenue Marketing at NVIDIA and Bill Pappa, Sales and Marketing Leader at Ai Media Group

Building strong personal and professional relationships with clients is a critical success factor. Sales professionals who focus on relationship building generate more leads and raise their brand awareness. Because this can take time, having regular engagements can help you cultivate these relationships more efficiently. The most effective way to accomplish this is through direct hyper-personalized touchpoints.

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