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UWM rolls out construction-to-permanent loans

Housing Wire

Michigan-based lender United Wholesale Mortgage (UWM) has introduced a construction-to-permanent loan that covers the cost of building a home and then converts to a permanent mortgage once construction is complete. It is available for investment, primary and second home purchases as well as rate/term refinances.

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3 things agents should know about new construction buyers

Real Estate News

A Realtor.com survey of new home buyers reveals who is buying and what they want from real estate agents — their advocates in the purchase process.

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Agents and LOs, here are 6 strategies for navigating a down real estate market

Housing Wire

Facing a challenging housing market can be daunting for agents and loan officers alike. I’ve seen every market shift imaginable as an agent, team leader and executive in the brokerage , mortgage and proptech space. These are the mindset and actions that set successful agents and loan officers apart in a down market.

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How to write a lead-winning, memorable real estate agent bio (+ examples)

Housing Wire

As a real estate agent, you may think clients should care more about their next home than your life story. And while that may be true, well-crafted real estate agent bios can build trust and credibility and serve as a powerful tool in an agent’s marketing arsenal — giving prospective clients. So let your personality shine.

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Buyers are being picky — here’s how you can navigate it as a real estate agent

Housing Wire

Real estate agents need to brace themselves for a shift as we witness a market more reminiscent of previous pandemic years. The second avenue for expanding inventory is new construction. Real estate agents should keep an eye on new developments and leverage these opportunities to meet the evolving needs of their clients.

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Home search startup Dash rolls out new construction info for agents

Inman

Dash, which aims to improve how real estate agents access information about new construction projects, has released a beta test of its software in Miami, the company announced last week.

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Top 5 home improvement projects real estate agents should recommend to sellers

Housing Wire

The “same old listing presentation” and tired marketing tactics aren’t cutting it for agents looking to win listings in today’s competitive and tight market. Now more than ever, sellers expect an agent who will confidently create a plan to get them top dollar for their home.

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