Housing Wire

DECEMBER 5, 2024

Without accountability, even the best leads won’t translate into closed deals. Step 4: Develop a recruitment and retention strategy Attracting and retaining top talent is critical to scaling your team. Step 4: Develop a recruitment and retention strategy Attracting and retaining top talent is critical to scaling your team.

Development

Housing Wire

JULY 23, 2025

Having personal connections helps, but setting aside time each week, or even better, each day, to intentionally develop your sphere with expats (short for expatriate: someone who resides outside their native country) can work just as well. Daza and Suarez developed a business plan to capitalize on the success of Daza’s first deal.

Closing

Housing Wire

JULY 15, 2025

Existing home sales are not experiencing a crash — in fact, the growth in active inventory is a positive development. The latest homebuilder confidence data will be released this week and it’s already hovering close to the lows we experienced during the COVID-19 recession. That, however, seems unlikely.”

Construction

Housing Wire

JULY 22, 2025

Selling federally owned land to private housing developers may help ease inventory shortages in certain areas — but it’s unlikely to solve the nation’s broader housing crisis, according to a new report from Realtor.com. Development density can dramatically alter how many homes can be built on a given plot of land.

Land

Housing Wire

OCTOBER 25, 2024

Tom Davis: Investor transactions are still close to 28% of the overall purchase market. Tom Davis: Investor transactions are still close to 28% of the overall purchase market. Many investors prefer to close in the name of an LLC. Close one loan for a real estate investor and you have a repeat client for life!

New Construction

Housing Wire

JUNE 16, 2025

The regulation takes effect for home sales that close after Oct. Rule modification, industry pushback The home inspection regulation was developed after a public comment period in May, during which EOHLC received more than 100 submissions. A home inspection is an important step in buying a property.

Inspection

Housing Wire

NOVEMBER 15, 2024

The promotion applies to select homes in various housing developments across multiple cities. Magnolia Ridge, one of the participating housing developments in the Greater Houston deal, is offering $7,500 to $7,500 off select homes , with a few of the homes seeing prices drop from $289,200 to $244,990 and $248,590 to $239,990.

Fixed-rate mortgage

Housing Wire

APRIL 18, 2025

Cosmetic updates like flooring, paint or finish work can sometimes be done after closing at a lower cost. Buyers should also budget for post-closing expenses such as landscaping, window treatments, built-in cabinetry and appliances that may not be included. For quick move-in homes, closing dates can also be adjusted.

Purchase and sale agreement

Housing Wire

DECEMBER 20, 2024

The states business-friendly regulations and tax policies have led to rapid population growth in recent years, including an estimated 16,000-person inflow from 2020 to 2022 alone. But as the states population has grown, its housing supply which was already beginning to tighten more than a decade ago has failed to keep pace. Its a big deal.

Construction

Housing Wire

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

Since a Fed president makes this claim, it’s worth examining the data closely as he and his staff should be able to see the same housing data we are all looking at. A lower Fed funds rate can assist with land purchases and apartment construction, but that process would take considerable time before we see any development.

Construction

Housing Wire

OCTOBER 22, 2024

For title professionals who must manage property records, closing statements and other critical documents, this time adds up. Still a little lost when it comes to AI? First, check out SoftPro’s recent blog , delving into the basics). So, always double-check any AI-generated communication for accuracy.

Title

Housing Wire

OCTOBER 15, 2024

It also follows on actions taken by the FCC in December 2023, where the regulator moved to adopt rules that would close the “lead generator loophole” that had been used in the mortgage business. Bob Broeksmit, president and CEO of the MBA, said his group is pleased with the development. Department of Defense.

Mortgages

Housing Wire

JANUARY 7, 2025

Detroit follows close behind at 52.9% Ohio is projected to experience statewide population declines in 74 of 88 counties over the next 25 years, according to the Ohio Department of Development. Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan has expressed intentions to invest in the city’s housing development efforts for years to come.

Development

Housing Wire

JANUARY 8, 2025

Mortgage and title clients are undergoing a significant transformation with the shift from Encompass Software Development Kit (SDK) to Encompass Partner Connect (EPC). It offers order management, instant title reports, closing agent management, and digital closing capabilities. But thats where GridBase comes in.

Technology

Housing Wire

JUNE 14, 2025

Why aren’t home sales crashing as they did in 2022? Right now we have elevated mortgage rates , trade war uncertainty , rising property taxes and home insurance, terrible consumer confidence data and a downgrade of the government’s debt, among other factors. So, let me try to make sense of it. The seasonal peak period for our data has ended.

Mortgages

Housing Wire

JULY 11, 2025

“It’s exciting to see a major player in the title insurance industry join Fannie Mae’s pilot program, which is saving homeowners money and making the closing process much more efficient,” Doma Technology Chief Operating Officer Wendy Zorick said. Westcor Land Title Insurance Co.

Title

Housing Wire

JUNE 30, 2025

By developing in-house AI tools designed to complement rather than replace human expertise, the company is enhancing the mortgage experience for both borrowers and loan officers. In an era where technology often threatens to overshadow human roles, Better Mortgage is charting a different course.

Loan Officer

Housing Wire

MARCH 4, 2025

Remote online notarization (RON) continues to stake its claim as a critical innovation for real estate professionals and homebuyers, opening the door for faster closings and largely eliminating the need for in-person meetings. The 45 states that have done so, do not suggest that there is a patchwork of state laws.

Title

Housing Wire

JUNE 9, 2025

She said the affiliation will help her agents access professional development resources and expand their reach in the local market. We’re fortunate enough to serve a very close-knit community where local values dictate all, and the brand perfectly understands that.

Brokerage

Housing Wire

MAY 29, 2025

In addition, Two Harbors Investment acquired RoundPoint Mortgage Servicing and Rithm Capital closed a deal for Computershare Mortgage Services, bringing in Specialized Loan Servicing. Cooper while other clients are reportedly reassessing their own positions. Indeed, the total residential subservicing market declined to $3.96

Mortgages

Housing Wire

MARCH 13, 2025

This shift is further underscored by a new analysis showing that agents taking at least 15 listings per year achieve significantly higher proficiency in converting listings to closings. Conversely, those surpassing this threshold demonstrate mastery in converting listings into closed deals. annual production 15 listings/year 64.7%

Agents

Housing Wire

MARCH 7, 2025

So that really kind of hinders our actual total sales and total closings. In the most in-demand markets, homes sold in 33 to 51 days, significantly below the national median of 66 days. These properties also attracted two to four times as many views per listing as the typical U.S. There’s only about a two-month inventory in Haddonfield.

Marketing

Housing Wire

OCTOBER 24, 2024

The receiving agent becomes the buyer or seller’s primary point of contact and representative, and the referring agent receives a referral fee if a transaction closes. Their work is done, and it’s up to the receiving agent to serve the client and close the deal. When you buy through our links, we may earn a commission.

Agents

Housing Wire

JANUARY 8, 2025

Most people didnt notice this growing lock-in effect as it was developing in the mid 2010s, but it was well under way. In 2025, we expect unsold inventory of homes on the market to get very close to the 2018 levels. Heading into the 2025 housing market, we havent had this many homeowners with mortgage rates over 6% since 2016.

Mortgages

Housing Wire

MAY 12, 2025

What will happen to mortgage rates now that China and the U.S. have made progress in their trade war, agreeing to a 90-day period of lower tariffs? Stocks are up considerably this morning and bond yields have also increased. This raises the question: Is the de-escalation of the trade war good for mortgage rates ? The answer is yes.

Mortgages

Housing Wire

MAY 22, 2025

Originally developed and launched internally through its NAF Black Impact initiative, the HAC program has trained more than 1,000 company employees, NAF said. Gatling said the program includes tailored marketing materials to attract diverse clientele, as well as professional development opportunities. “Everybody wants to do good.

Agents

Housing Wire

JANUARY 8, 2025

On Wednesday, the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) took protective measures by issuing a proclamation that allows national banks, federal savings associations, and federal branches and agencies of foreign banks to close their offices in areas of California affected by the fires. I think the emotional impacts will be very high.

Banks

Housing Wire

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

These are homes that will generally close in November and December. But they’re back up to 7% now, so maybe this strength is fleeting and will evaporate as we close out the year. But they’re back up to 7% now, so maybe this strength is fleeting and will evaporate as we close out the year. That’s where we are right now.

Sales

Housing Wire

JUNE 19, 2025

And how long was it in development and testing before it was fully rolled out? Technology is accelerating change across the financial services industry, and United Wholesale Mortgage is at the forefront of mortgage innovation. Behind this momentum is Jason Bressler, UWM’s Chief Technology Officer. HousingWire: At the recent ‘UWM LIVE!’

Lending

Housing Wire

JUNE 25, 2025

Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) often provide access to detailed information about down payment assistance, closing cost programs, credit improvement strategies and budgeting tools. Friends and family, as well as internet search engines, were each cited as the top resource by 19% of respondents.

Closing costs

Housing Wire

JULY 16, 2025

A good flow looks something like this: Build rapport and trust Share a market overview Walk through your marketing strategy Review pricing insights Invite them to work with you Remember: You’re not “closing” a deal — you’re starting a relationship. Make it a conversation, not a performance Yes, you need a strong presentation. Explore trends.

Agents

Housing Wire

APRIL 5, 2025

Without the recent tariff developments, the 10-year yield would not have dipped below 4% or approached my low forecast of 3.80% in 2025. Mortgage rates recently hit a year-to-date low, coinciding with ongoing market disruptions from tariffs. Notably, purchase applications show growth both year-to-date and year-over-year.

Mortgages

Housing Wire

MAY 7, 2025

This development isn’t surprising, as the impact of significant tariffs can lead to shortages in the short term. Powell mentioned that they closely monitor a series of labor statistics, but jobless claims will be the key indicator prompting a response.

Development

Housing Wire

MARCH 4, 2025

While a few properties have closed, there was only one property, as of March 2, that closed escrow. While a few properties have closed, there was only one property, as of March 2, that closed escrow. Two hours ago, a second property just closed in the Palisades. You’d be like, there’s no way.

Land

Housing Wire

JANUARY 27, 2025

Have a seat and buckle in. The real estate industry is already in a whirlwind and the year has barely kicked off. To put it simply, the industry appears to be in its rapid evolution era. What does this look like? Firstly, real estate professionals are facing an unyielding storm of new challenges. Dont waste it.

Technology

Housing Wire

JUNE 10, 2025

The new product, called Capture for Originators, is available to users of Optimal Blue’s product pricing engine (PPE) and was developed in partnership with Uplist , a software-as-a-service (Saas) platform serving the real estate industry. The tool is designed to ensure loan officers are ready when refinance volume picks up. year over year.

Loan Officer

Housing Wire

MAY 5, 2025

As a real estate professional, its fair to say that youll have plenty of opinions regarding the properties you show buyers. Depending on your time in the industry, you may have seen hundreds, even thousands of listings at a wide variety of price points. But when should you share your opinion with a buyer? Heres how to walk that line.

Agents