Housing Wire

JULY 11, 2025

Build a professional referral network Partnering up with agents and brokerages is a no-brainer for mortgage professionals, as you both need to work in tandem to get a deal closed. Leads click on advertisements that direct them to LendingTree landing pages. Visit LendingTree 3. Set up automations for each of your segmented audiences.

Mortgages

Toronto Realty Blog

DECEMBER 9, 2024

Whether it was delays, deficiencies, material changes, closing costs, the occupancy period, or eventually – prices , I started writing about this in 2008 or 2009. People seem to have forgotten that development charges were originally intended to offset the cost incurred by the public sector.

Construction

The Close

NOVEMBER 25, 2024

I’ll walk you through everything from figuring out if this strategy suits you to finding listings and ultimately closing the deal on the property. However, there are also some downsides, like dealing with homeowners who aren’t very cooperative and having a longer closing process. What Is a Preforeclosure Property?

Hard money loan

BAM Media

AUGUST 6, 2025

The follow-up that landed just as they started to second-guess everything. Just 13% said they felt confident by the time they reached closing. The industry is built on lagging metrics: days on market, list-to-close time, signed deals. What sticks with them is the moment you showed up when the process got quiet. Track Timing.

Agents

Redfin

JUNE 23, 2025

In real estate, the due diligence period is the time between an accepted offer and closing. During a real estate transaction, the due diligence period occurs after an offer is accepted but before closing. Earnest money is a good-faith deposit held in escrow that can be applied to closing costs or the down payment.

Due diligence

Redfin

FEBRUARY 24, 2025

In contrast, building a home in 2025 is estimated to cost between $138,937 and $531,294 , excluding land costs, which can add an additional $3,000 to $150,000 depending on the property’s location and size. Larger homes or those with high-end finishes will naturally incur higher costs. reached $390,000. is $419,200.

Construction

Redfin

AUGUST 5, 2025

Once the property is conveyed during the closing process , it’s yours. How conveyance is used in real estate Conveyances in real estate are used to transfer real property, which is property tied to land with or without a home or structure on it. In some cases, the conveyance tax can be charged as a flat fee in the closing costs.

Purchase and sale agreement

Redfin

JUNE 18, 2025

In real estate, it’s typically assessed when a home or parcel of land is sold and legally changes hands. However, they may still charge recording fees or other administrative costs at closing. However, they can be added to the cost basis of the property, which may reduce the capital gains tax you owe when you sell.

Purchase and sale agreement

Redfin

AUGUST 5, 2025

Your budget should include the cost of purchasing or building, down payment, closing costs and any other related expenses. Make sure you can afford to purchase or build a home and cover ongoing costs that come with homeownership. But before you build your house, you’ll also need to purchase land.

Pre-qualification

Redfin

APRIL 11, 2025

Cheap land is harder to come by, and buyer expectations have also evolved. Rising land costs, limited inventory, and changing buyer demographics all influence what qualifies as a starter home today. The initial costs , like a down payment and closing costs, can be a big hurdle for many first-time homebuyers.

Marketing

Redfin

MARCH 4, 2025

Certificates of compliance with building and zoning codes If you subdivided your property and/or built another dwelling on your parcel of land, legally you would have obtained a certificate of compliance to confirm you were following all local zoning laws. If not, you will sign these at closing.

Purchase and sale agreement

Marco Santarelli

JUNE 8, 2025

You'll encounter closing costs , which can include appraisal fees, title insurance, and lender fees. These costs typically range from 2% to 6% of the new loan amount. This is why carefully weighing the potential savings against these upfront costs is so important. How much will the refinancing closing costs be?

Mortgages

HomeLight

JULY 23, 2025

Real estate attorneys are considered essential for closing in the state of South Carolina. This requirement applies to sales, exchanges, lease-to-own agreements, and installment land sales. These companies usually buy at a discount but offer quick closings and often cover the seller’s closing costs.

As-is

Rochester Real Estate

NOVEMBER 5, 2015

Unlike traditional real estate transactions, cash sales typically involve a quicker closing timeline, as there is no need to wait for mortgage approval. On the positive side, there is no need for expensive repairs or renovations, and cash buyers often cover the closing costs, saving you money in the long run.

As-is

AAOA

JULY 3, 2025

However, ongoing costs and tenant management can be challenging. Houses offer more control and long-term appreciation , especially due to land ownership and flexibility in renovations, but they require higher upfront investment and maintenance. Interest you pay on loans for big property improvements also can qualify for this deduction.

Property Management

The Close

MARCH 11, 2025

This process involves multiple stages, starting with identifying an FSBO listing to securing appropriate financing and completing the closing procedures. Understanding their needs will increase your chances of closing the deal. This method caters to a broad spectrum of properties, from commercial real estate to undeveloped land.

Sales

HomeLight

JULY 17, 2025

Resale value: Low – Tends to depreciate over time, especially without land ownership. It is also suitable for those who want to live close to extended family while maintaining separate spaces. Prefab homes are also a good option for those looking to build on vacant land without managing a full construction process.

Construction

Rochester Real Estate

NOVEMBER 5, 2015

Other examples of market condition indicators that a top producing Realtor will provide a home seller before listing their home include market absorption rates , number of closed transactions year-over-year for a given month, average sale prices, and average list price to sale price ratios. The sale price is the price a home is sold at.

Purchase and sale agreement

Redfin

MARCH 4, 2025

How long does it take to close after a home appraisal? As a result, it can take about 1 3 weeks, if not up to a month, to close after the appraisal. The cost of a home appraisal depends on the size and location of the home. What factors impact the home appraisal cost? How much is a home appraisal and who pays for it?

FHA loan

Marco Santarelli

MARCH 13, 2025

I've been watching the housing market closely for years, and I can tell you that timing is everything. Several key ingredients go into the mix that determines where they land: Inflation: When prices for goods and services rise (inflation), mortgage rates tend to follow suit. What happens if the closing is delayed?

Mortgages

Redfin

AUGUST 5, 2025

Construction loans fund building residential (stick-built) homes, from land purchase to the finished product. Every lender offers slightly different interest rates, so it’s important to reach out to several lenders before you land the right one. What is a jumbo construction loan? Should I get a jumbo construction loan?

Construction

Marco Santarelli

JUNE 22, 2025

I know how important it is to keep a close eye on mortgage rates. Wells Fargo: They believe rates will stay consistent through the summer but might dip slightly by the end of the year, landing around 6.5%. This indicates they're being cautious, watching inflation closely. So, what's the likely story for the next three months?

Mortgages

HomeLight

MARCH 7, 2025

Real estate attorneys are not considered essential for closing in the state of New Jersey. These companies can help sellers cash out quickly, and many will cover a sellers closing costs. Closing: If you accept the offer, you and the company will each sign the contract, and closing will begin. 2.00-$6.05

As-is

HomeLight

APRIL 2, 2025

Real estate attorneys are not essential for closing. Still, they are often hired by escrow agents and title companies to prepare closing documents due to Hawaiis history of land division and recording procedures and its implications on modern real estate practices. Real estate transfer taxes?

As-is

Marco Santarelli

JULY 4, 2025

I know how important it is to keep a close eye on mortgage rates. Wells Fargo: They believe rates will stay consistent through the summer but might dip slightly by the end of the year, landing around 6.5%. This indicates they're being cautious, watching inflation closely. So, what's the likely story for the next three months?

Mortgages

Norada Real Estate

JUNE 21, 2025

Currently, the 5-year ARM has seen a notable decrease, landing at 7.05% , whereas the 7-year ARM has experienced a slight uptick to 7.56%. Additional factors often come into play, such as discount points, closing costs, and lender fees, all of which can impact the total cost of the mortgage.

Mortgages

Redfin

JUNE 17, 2025

Land Many older homes also include larger lots with more mature landscaping than newer homes Architecture Whether it’s Victorian , colonial, or craftsman style, older homes often have distinct character and charm and are built with high-quality materials. They could also have green and smart home features like thermostats or solar panels.

Renovation

Marco Santarelli

JUNE 21, 2025

It's about battling sky-high closing costs, building a safety net for unexpected repairs , and keeping pace with property taxes, insurance, and those HOA fees that always seem to creep up. How Long Does It Take to Save for a Home in Each State? It's a marathon, not a sprint.

Land

Housing Wire

JUNE 25, 2025

Many programs also cover closing costs, prepaid expenses, interest rate buydowns — even buyer’s agent commissions. In 2023, they launched Down Payment Connect, a personalized landing page where homebuyers can search for DPA programs in their market. The momentum is building, and lenders should be paying close attention.

MLS

Housing Wire

MARCH 10, 2025

It’s a a system that has saved homeowners thousands in closing costs but has also faced pushback from the national title insurance industry. It also issued more than 23,000 closing protection letters for lenders and filed 373 mortgage releases. Last year, ITG provided services on $15.4 In 2024, these efforts included $1.2

Title

Housing Wire

DECEMBER 7, 2024

Zillow research shows that housing shortages were the most severe in markets with more land use restrictions. As for the population-based concept of the silver tsunami, it appears to be alive and thriving.

Closing costs

Housing Wire

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

Biden announced that the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) had approved measures to reduce closing costs, including a pilot to waive lender title requirements. Things escalated in March 2024 during President Joe Biden’s State of the Union address.

Title

Marco Santarelli

APRIL 5, 2025

The cost of raw materials (like lumber and steel, which can be affected by tariffs, indirectly contributing to housing costs, though this is a more complex link), labor shortages in the construction industry, and land development expenses all contribute to higher prices for new builds, which in turn can impact the prices of existing homes.

Mortgages

Seattle Times Real Estate

JULY 4, 2025

So, in Washington, the state law passed two years ago quashed most cities’ power to cap land to only single-family houses. The changes include creating “urban centers” in such places as Columbia City — close to light rail — and Ballard, unfortunately not for years. Some (many wealthy) areas are exempt.

Construction

HomeLight

APRIL 11, 2025

Receive your offer in 24 hours and close in as few as 10 days. With Simple Sale, you can choose your move-out date and close in as few as 10 days. If you accept, the closing can happen fast, letting you move forward without delays. No showings, no repairs, no open houses. Available to sellers throughout Silver Spring.

Inspection

Redfin

MAY 5, 2025

After closing, homeowners face steep monthly costs mortgage payments, insurance, taxes, and more which have hovered near record highs for months, thanks to the combination of elevated home prices and high mortgage rates. Flexibility could be the key to closing quickly. That’s just the beginning. Dont be afraid to ask.

Closing costs

Marco Santarelli

JUNE 17, 2025

If you're following the mortgage market closely, you'll want to know this: On June 17, 2025, the national average 5-year Adjustable Rate Mortgage (ARM) rate experienced a notable decrease, dropping by 21 basis points to 7.18%. 15-Year Fixed Rate: A slight decrease of 2 basis points , landing at 5.99%.

Fixed-rate mortgage