Housing Wire

DECEMBER 16, 2021

We’ve had the sharpest and yet also the shortest recession in history, record-low mortgage rates leading to record origination volumes, and record home prices as housing demand far outstripped supply. today, will reach 4% by the end of 2022. Will home price growth slow in 2022? The last two years have been a wild ride.

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Realty Biz

AUGUST 26, 2022

That’s when the overheated housing market didn’t just slow down but instead went into a tailspin with millions of home prices dropping below the amount of the mortgage. But times and circumstances are not the same as in 2008. We are not going to see hundreds of thousands of homes headed to foreclosure. Here’s why….

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Toronto Realty Blog

APRIL 22, 2024

TorontoRealtyBlog I remember the first time one of my elders turned toward me and remarked, “You know……we were all young, once.” Yes, a lot of time has passed since I started in this industry, and a lot has changed. The first condo I ever sold was for $246,500. That included the furniture.

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HomeLight

OCTOBER 23, 2023

But even in a place steeped with as much culture as Music City, you’ve got normal people who live there, go to work, grab groceries, and yes—even sell homes. But you can take your house from average to prime selling shape with a focus on these three areas Nashville buyers obsess over. That last task? Easier said than done.

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The Close

AUGUST 22, 2023

But when you look at these July 2023 housing market numbers in a broader context of year-over-year data, you can see the true impact of high interest rates and low inventory. from this time last year. today; or it’s already crashed and you’re too busy on TikTok to notice. from this time last summer to a median price of $467,500.

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Realty Biz

MARCH 22, 2022

You’ve been daydreaming about buying your first home for many months – if not years. Fortunately, many people have been where you are today, and you can learn from their mistakes. Here are the biggest mistakes first-time buyers make and how you can avoid them. That is true.

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Redfin

MAY 6, 2024

Home to lush landscapes, diverse cities, and abundant recreation and employment opportunities, Washington has it all. Spokane, Wenatchee, and Walla Walla call this area home, with the Palouse hills , Lake Chelan, and Blue Mountains all popular landmarks. Seattle, WA Population: 749,256 Average Commute Time: 27.7

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The Close

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

Strategic home searching: The high inventory allows buyers to be choosy. Preparation and presentation: Sellers should focus on depersonalizing and decluttering their homes to appeal to a wide range of buyers. This phenomenon means there are fewer buyers than there are homes for sale. Check out zBuyer at the link.

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The Close

JUNE 22, 2023

Right now might seem like a frightening time to jump into real estate investing. But for value-seeking investors like myself, the scariest time to invest is actually in a good economy, when housing prices are rising at a blistering pace. But first, let’s get a handle on the basics. from this time last year.

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Realty Biz

OCTOBER 14, 2021

The basic ingredient for a bubble is when demand for homes exceeds the actual supply. Speculators Aren’t Buying Their First Home. They sell for whatever profit they can make and get out. First-time buyers are consumers, not speculators. First-time buyer rules now apply.

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Toronto Realty Blog

NOVEMBER 26, 2021

Fast-forward to today, and we’ve all put the snow brushes in our trunks, and apparently, there’s a Christmas tree shortage across the GTA? My, my, how times have changed. Here’s a headline from BlogTO today: “Rich parents,” eh? It can’t be because new construction is stagnant.

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Marco Santarelli

MAY 4, 2023

In 2023, despite a cooling housing market and high mortgage rates, turnkey homes are in demand and selling fast. While fixer-uppers, homes with less curb appeal, and those located in less desirable areas are sitting on the market for longer, turnkey homes in good school districts remain hot commodities.

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Point2Homes

JUNE 6, 2021

At first glance, Canadian homebuyers are doing better today than they were one year ago: Compared to 2020 , when home seekers were crippled by uncertainty and health concerns, those who are currently looking to buy a home are less worried about their safety and finances. How does this impact homebuyers?

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CT Homes

OCTOBER 19, 2021

For first-time homebuyers or real estate investors looking to make educated business decisions, understanding the ebbs and flows of the real estate market can be resourceful when choosing to move forward with a real estate investment or conduct real estate transactions. Benefits of Real Estate Market Trend Analysis.

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The Close

SEPTEMBER 21, 2020

Over the last five years, I’ve written or edited hundreds of blog posts that today generate more than 350,000 page views each month. My writing has been featured in The New York Times, Realtor.com, Yahoo, U.S. So safe to say I can teach you how to write a killer real estate blog. Format: Interview article.

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Redfin

APRIL 13, 2021

Due to remote work and record-low mortgage rates, Americans are relocating and purchasing homes at an all-time high. However, there is a major problem – there aren’t nearly as many homes for sale as there are buyers. Before we jump into our current situation, let’s first take a look at what a housing bubble actually is.

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McKissock

NOVEMBER 4, 2020

Is your real estate website doing all it can to increase the number of visitors you have? Here are five things you can work on now to improve search engine optimization (SEO) and your real estate website traffic. The statistics are in, and they show that homebuyers are searching for real estate on mobile devices.

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The Close

APRIL 30, 2024

When it’s time for a price reduction, real estate agents must conduct market research and rely on the data. We also need to know how to have a price reduction conversation with our clients since pricing for homeowners can be emotionally driven. I’ve added strategies and five conversation starters you can copy—let’s get started!

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RIS Media

FEBRUARY 2, 2022

Bill Banfield: My time at Rocket Mortgage began in 1999, back when we were called Rock Financial. While I was heavily involved in product development and pricing at the time, I was also focused on helping the company grow while managing the quality and profitability of mortgage originations.

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The Close

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

It’s permeating everything from shopping in a virtual world to allowing homebuyers to explore homes from thousands of miles away to helping developers visualize a future project. In this article, I’ll explain virtual reality real estate, how it can change your business, and why you need to get on board with this new technology.

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Realty Biz

JULY 19, 2022

Along with having a down payment, your credit score is probably the most important factor for a home mortgage. Just like saving a down payment, it can also take some time to repair your credit score if you need to or improve it to obtain a better interest rate that translates into a lower monthly mortgage payment.

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The Close

SEPTEMBER 16, 2020

So, you want to work with beautiful homes and high net worth individuals, but you don’t know how to break through into the world of luxury real estate. Maybe you have tried to farm to luxury homes but you didn’t get any responses. How to Start Using This Strategy Today. Things like, “How did you shoot today?”

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Realty Biz

MARCH 5, 2021

Traditional power sources can eat at your bank account. Here are nine benefits of installing solar panels for your home. By switching your energy source, you can help the environment and your wallet. Keep reading to discover the nine top benefits of getting solar panels today. Invest in Your Home. On the fence?

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Toronto Realty Blog

MARCH 30, 2022

Did you enjoy the post about home inspections on Monday, or did you want to want to get political, yet again? I read the comments on the blog most of the time, just so you know. In fact, I’ve been accused many times of “dropping a lit match near some oily rags and running away.” TorontoRealtyBlog.

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Realty Biz

NOVEMBER 2, 2020

According to the Wall Street Journal, existing-home sales rose 9.4% The S&P CoreLogic Case-Shiller National Home Price Index shows home prices are up dramatically – the August 20-City Composite rose 5.2% However, many are expected to return to the homebuyer market in 2021. in September from August.

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The Close

APRIL 11, 2023

Well, first he lies on one side, then he lies on the other. Check out this alarming article from ClickHole that every agent should read. The Problem With Being on Time The only problem with being on time for your showings is that no one else is there to appreciate it. We can talk about astrophysics!” Won’t last!

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Realty Biz

DECEMBER 18, 2021

That doesn’t mean a real estate investment will help with the cost of gasoline and groceries today, but it can build long-term wealth. And… today offers a unique short-term window of opportunity for real estate investments. In comparison, a person paying $360,000 for a home today will have a mortgage payment of $1,650.

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RIS Media

JANUARY 10, 2021

This article first appeared in Real Estate magazine’s special-edition Women in Real Estate issue. Paige Tepping: Please provide a brief overview of your history in the industry and how you ended up where you are today. . LG: First and foremost, our culture is friendly, inclusive and welcoming.

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Housing Wire

JANUARY 26, 2022

This article is part of our HousingWire 2022 forecast series. The event is exclusively for HW+ members , and you can go here to register. And what if those market conditions drive home prices up to new price peaks at the same time that mortgage rates are rising and inflation is at levels not seen in 40 years?

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Redfin

APRIL 28, 2023

These quick changes can impact the amount you pay when you refinance or close on your mortgage. In this article, we will examine why mortgage rates change, how locking in your mortgage works, and if you should lock in your mortgage rate today. If homes are flying off the market, interest rates tend to increase.

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Toronto Realty Blog

OCTOBER 20, 2021

But if we’re going to assume that a deficit can’t be run forever and to an infinite amount, then we have to realize that any new spending must be offset either by new taxes or a decrease in spending. Houses and condos are more affordable, but…… there’s no public garbage pickup anymore. Can’t be.

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Housing Wire

OCTOBER 17, 2023

According to the National Association of Realtors (NAR), some 96% of homebuyers use the internet in their home search. You can also offer downloadable lead magnets like your list of preferred appraisers, lenders, handymen or home stagers. Mobile-friendly design: Like many of us, homebuyers are constantly on the go.

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The Close

MAY 28, 2022

We’ve listed the top five California online real estate schools to help you complete your continuing education hours and renew your license in no time! The number of hours required for your California real estate license renewal depends upon iff you’re renewing for the first time or you’ve renewed your license before.

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The Close

MARCH 4, 2022

LCA is the first design app created specifically for real estate agents. What better time to stream and record a video walk-through of your listing than when it’s full of people? Potential buyers will be able to view the house remotely and ask relevant questions that the real estate agent can respond to and show in real time.

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Housing Wire

MAY 26, 2022

It’s an excellent time to discuss housing inventory. Since the summer of 2020, this has been my main talking point on what can cool down housing ; it’s a 10-year yield above 1.94% , meaning rates above 4%. Today, however, the purchase application data is actually down to levels we saw in 2009 ! We see this in the data.

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Kyle Handy

JULY 6, 2023

Navigating the real estate industry can feel like decoding an entirely new language, especially for those new to the field. The various abbreviations, jargon, and technicalities can be quite daunting. One term that you’ve probably heard and may be trying to grasp is IDX, short for Internet Data Exchange.

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HomeLight

JUNE 14, 2023

As a buyer, you may have your heart set on that dream home, only to face the disappointment of being outbid. Conversely, sellers hoping to attract the highest offers can use escalation clauses to increase their selling price. In this high-stakes game, an effective strategy can make all the difference.

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