Housing Wire

JUNE 2, 2025

Staging a home can make or break a sale but the traditional approach is broken. Even the traditional virtual staging solutions take days to turnaround, while todays buyers make decisions to attend an open house onlineoften in seconds. Collov AI : A smarter, faster and an AI way to stage Collov Inc. ,

Agents

Housing Wire

MAY 27, 2025

Preparing for the summer season typically a peak period in most real estate markets requires strategic planning and a keen focus on the client experience. Competition can heat up quickly and as a global brokerage, heres how were preparing for a successful luxury summer selling season across the markets we serve and how you can do the same.

Marketing

Housing Wire

MAY 27, 2025

Weve entered the busiest season in the real estate industry at the same time that markets are more uncertain than ever. Current market uncertainty may increase the already stressful process of selling a home. This is a crucial time for agents to act as trusted guides to their clients, particularly first-time sellers.

Agents

Housing Wire

JUNE 9, 2025

Here are seven ways that a claw machine is similar to today’s real estate market — and why you can still win. It feels that way in the real estate market right now, where inventory is tight (except where it’s not), interest rates are unpredictable, the economy is changeable, buyers are cautious and sellers are stubborn.

Marketing

Housing Wire

OCTOBER 22, 2024

From the RISE stage in Las Vegas , Real unveiled three new products for agents and clients on Tuesday. Leo CoPilot can help agents generate automated marketing materials by leveraging data from an MLS. Real also unveiled Leo of Clients on the RISE stage Tuesday. The product is currently available to select agents in the U.S.

Agents

Housing Wire

DECEMBER 4, 2024

The Florida real estate market has reached unprecedented heights with major projects getting funding from developers across the country and even overseas. Understanding the market landscape Florida has long been a bellwether for national real estate trends.

Development

Housing Wire

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

The hardest position to take in analyzing the housing market is one that is contrarian and bullish. When everyone knows that the housing market is sluggish and weak, but the data shows surprising strength. This week, we count 14% more homes in the contract pending stage now than a year ago. The market is different now.

Sales

Housing Wire

JUNE 12, 2025

LPT Realty achieves growth by tailoring compensation models to the career stage of its real estate agents, from newbies who get the most out of a flat-fee model to superstars who like a traditional split. What that creates is [that] we actually have alignment with our team leaders,” said LPT CEO Robert Palmer.

Agents

Housing Wire

JANUARY 20, 2025

Both the weekly new contracts and all the homes in the contract pending stage are below last year. This housing market is on hold until mortgage rates come down. Some markets are much slower than others. Inventory is up There are now 632,000 single-family homes unsold on the market around the U.S. When will that be?

Sales

Housing Wire

JUNE 18, 2025

In today’s market, uncertainty is expensive, and lenders can’t afford to second-guess their valuation data,” John Fraas , CEO of Class Valuation, said in a statement. CVA is structured to comply with the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice and is intended for use across various stages of the loan life cycle.

Due diligence

Housing Wire

JUNE 18, 2025

Housing starts and permits peaked in 2022 and have been fluctuating at levels similar to the early stages of the COVID-19 recession for some time now. However, as active inventory in the resale market continues to grow, it will become increasingly complex to build more homes with mortgage rates near 7%. percent (±9.3 percent (±8.3

Construction

Housing Wire

JANUARY 15, 2025

The resulting housing market crash and the Great Recession led policymakers to overcorrect by tightening mortgage lending standards and limiting funds for new construction. In turn, millennials , who were just starting to enter the housing market, were faced with fewer choices as homebuilding activity fell to its lowest level in 60 years.

Lending

Housing Wire

JULY 18, 2025

New-home sales have been a relative bright spot in an otherwise stagnant housing market. Census Bureau, single-family home construction is down year over year at every stage of the process. Regionally, the South makes up the lion’s share of the new-home market, and the construction numbers there are dismal.

Construction

Housing Wire

MARCH 18, 2025

But in a turbulent housing market , it may have been this innovation that ultimately ended Redfin’s run as a standalone company. They still have to bear the cost of those agents, despite production not being there in a terrible housing market.” Simply put, this competitive advantage didnt materialize.

Brokerage

Housing Wire

DECEMBER 9, 2024

After a year filled with rate swings, unpredictable markets and a bit of drama (thank you, inflation), the real estate world is ready for a fresh start. Whether youre looking to buy your first home, upgrade or simply gain clarity on the current market , this guide is your insiders playbook to tackle 2025 with confidence. Around 7.5%.

Mortgages

Housing Wire

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Of the surveyed pool, 42% have sold since late 2022 as rising mortgage rates cooled the post-pandemic market. In August, directly after the NAR settlement went into effect in most markets, Redfin reported that the typical U.S. Almost two-thirds of respondents (61%) go as far as calling cash buyer companies “scams.”

Agents

Housing Wire

MARCH 20, 2025

Many who bought during the pandemic are now rethinking their decisions, citing changing lifestyles, financial miscalculations, and shifting market conditions, according to new data from Opendoor. Delaying the next purchase, setting priorities With affordability concerns looming, many first-time sellers are hesitant to re-enter the market.

Debt-to-income ratio

Housing Wire

DECEMBER 5, 2024

What stage is the company in right now? Divya Aathresh: We are still very early, in the pre-seed stage. In terms of options, we’re very fortunate to have some of the top brokers in the country working with us on a product suite we will soon take to market. Sarah Wheeler: You founded MaxHome.AI in January.

Brokerage

Housing Wire

OCTOBER 22, 2024

This has created an even less durable final rule that does not reflect market, technological , and practical realities.” He said the “stage is set for a more data-driven lending environment.” “Consumers now control their financial data, sharing it securely with third parties. The move brings the U.S.

Banks

Housing Wire

JANUARY 13, 2025

Unlike a lot of forecasters in the mortgage world, a few months ago our projection included the notion that with strong jobs data and some inflation fears, the bond market could indeed push mortgage rates over 7%. Those scenarios are possible, and its going to be fascinating to see how the bond markets react to new administration policies.

Sales

Housing Wire

NOVEMBER 8, 2024

On Thursday, MLS leaders took center stage at several conference sessions, including discussions of the business practice changes driven by the NAR commission lawsuit settlement and how the role of the MLS — and the MLS-broker relationship — has evolved as a result. “I We have to recognize that people are cranky,” Wilson said.

MLS

Housing Wire

DECEMBER 20, 2024

New Hampshire s hot housing market has spiraled the Granite State into crisis mode. I think there would be even stronger growth and more stability in the market if we had more houses for sale, he added. This is based on an estimate that some 52,500 households will be added between 2020 and 2030, or roughly 74,400 between 2020 and 2040.

Construction

Housing Wire

MARCH 24, 2025

Is the home being marketed effectively? Is the price aligned with current market conditions? Here are the initial items to check on: Marketing photos and description: Start by reviewing your marketing strategy. Inside, staging can make a huge difference. Sellers market : This happens when demand outweighs supply.

Staging

Housing Wire

MAY 20, 2025

Collectively, the group brings more than $400 million in career sales and 500-plus closed transactions across Maryland markets, including Annapolis and Severna Park. Collectively, the group brings more than $400 million in career sales and 500-plus closed transactions across Maryland markets, including Annapolis and Severna Park.

New Construction

Housing Wire

JULY 24, 2025

Here are the most common factors: Days on market. This, coupled with lots of time on the market, is a telltale sign the listing is expiring. But once you have the formula that works for you, you’ll have plenty of leads to fill your pipeline. Looking for scripts? Check out our article Expired Listing Scripts + Best Practices here.

Purchase and sale agreement

Housing Wire

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

At any time of year, an effective pricing strategy can be the difference between a home that sells quickly at a desired price and one that languishes on the market for months. There’s no time when this is more apparent than at the end of the year, as holidays and family gatherings overtake the urgency of finding and moving into a new home.

Staging

Housing Wire

JANUARY 27, 2025

If so, here’s how to return back to our roots and navigate an ever changing market. 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? Dont waste it.

Technology

Housing Wire

JULY 2, 2025

“From boosting curb appeal to reducing time on market, this service is designed to help clients move forward with confidence and maximize their return.” “Partnering with Curbio allows us to simplify the process from start to finish while delivering an experience that reflects the curated approach our clients expect.

Brokerage

Housing Wire

JANUARY 27, 2025

There are already plenty of markets nationwide where the inventory of unsold homes has built up over the past few years and home prices have ticked down. Today, the weekly Altos Research -tracked active market data shows signals for this spring that more markets are softening and fewer are pushing higher. this week is $421,000.

Sales

Housing Wire

APRIL 15, 2025

“FirstTeam’s impressive growth is fueled by a robust ecosystem designed to nurture agents at every stage of their career,” said Michele Harrington , the companys CEO. Founded in 1976, FirstTeam operates more than 46 offices with 2,200-plus sales agents. The firm is among the largest privately held U.S.

Agents

Housing Wire

NOVEMBER 21, 2024

Related articles 39 cutting-edge real estate marketing ideas for 2024 How to get listings in real estate — 11 proven strategies for 2024 Driveway & pathway upgrades From the moment buyers pull into the driveway to the instant they step onto the pathway to the front door, every detail matters.

Design

Housing Wire

DECEMBER 6, 2024

We’ll also share best practices for developing and sending real estate newsletters and recommend some essential tools to make your email marketing stand out. Its up to us as agents to stay engaged and stay in contact with our clients. In this article, weve compiled 49 compelling real estate newsletter ideas and subject lines.

Pre-approval

Housing Wire

MARCH 27, 2025

FinLocker details that the initiative will eliminate verification costs at all stages of the mortgage journey, from prequalification and underwriting to final reverification before closing. FinLocker also explained that it aims to offer a “competitive edge in a challenging market with a tangible cost” for loan officers.

Mortgages

Housing Wire

JANUARY 22, 2025

The announcement comes shortly after Rocket unveiled the first stage of its rebrand and is a part of the company’s conscious effort to unify Rockets many companies under a single umbrella. Per a release from the Detroit-based fintech, the Rocket.com website is an AI -driven, “intuitive” experience.

Staging

Housing Wire

JANUARY 14, 2025

Despite the learning curve, becoming a broker has been one of the most fulfilling decisions of my career. Its about more than just earning a title its an opportunity to create a business that reflects your vision, mentor a team, and make an impact. The steps may seem daunting at first, but with a plan in place, youll move through them with ease.

Brokerage

Housing Wire

JULY 24, 2025

So, yes, you are a real estate copywriter, encouraging people to read your writing and move to the next stage – reaching out to you. Example social media posts (Source Coffee and Contracts) Don’t have any of the above marketing items yet? Check out the marketing materials from Coffee and Contracts.

Agents

Housing Wire

JANUARY 20, 2025

It is the ballet of our lives being rendered on a stage we can finance thanks to a robust secondary market. It is the ballet of our lives being rendered on a stage we can finance thanks to a robust secondary market. Inaction is easy. Its quiet; unwritten; immune from critique. It sits undone; confidently static.

Staging