Housing Wire
FEBRUARY 22, 2021
During breaks in nearly every televised basketball game, it’s there: Tracy Morgan imploring pensive homebuyers “pretty sure” is not enough, and that they can only be certain about their giant life choice with Rocket Mortgage. “Find the right mortgage with a local broker and Rocket technology,” intoned the narrator on the commercials, which premiered during the Super Bowl.
Keeping Current Matters
FEBRUARY 22, 2021
In today’s housing market, it seems harder than ever to find a home to buy. Before the health crisis hit us a year ago, there was already a shortage of homes for sale. When many homeowners delayed their plans to sell at the same time that more buyers aimed to take advantage of record-low mortgage rates and purchase a home, housing inventory dropped even further.
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Housing Wire
FEBRUARY 22, 2021
Josh Team is out as president of Keller Williams , a few months after what appeared to be a promotion. Team wrote on his personal Facebook page Monday that, “I’ve decided to move on to my next opportunity from Keller Williams. In conversations with Gary, Carl, and the team we all mutually agreed to a plan where I’ll be helping in the transition over the next couple of weeks.”.
Better Dwelling
FEBRUARY 22, 2021
Canadian home buyers may be looking at higher mortgage rates sooner than expected. At least if they want to lock in their mortgage interest rate. The 5-year Government of Canada (GoC) benchmark bond yields in February, are almost double last year’s lows. Since 5-year fixed mortgages are influenced by these rates, they are likely to […]. The post Canadian Mortgage Rates Most Likely To Climb, Despite Low Overnight Rate appeared first on Better Dwelling.
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Housing Wire
FEBRUARY 22, 2021
Compass wants to make a big splash in the nation’s smallest state, and it’s fueling intrigue and apprehension in a close-knit brokerage ecosystem. The New York City-based company announced in January they acquired Lila Delman Real Estate , a Newport, Rhode Island-based brokerage that has been around since 1964 specializing in the grand mansions that dot the state’s seashore.
Realtor.com
FEBRUARY 22, 2021
Johner Images/Getty Images For homeowners who have been cooped up inside for months, outdoors is the new indoors. Whether you’re gearing up for spring or you’re lucky enough to live in the small section of the country that hasn’t been experiencing freezing temperatures lately, this is a great time to think about maximizing your outdoor space—and one of the best ways of doing that is to install a pergola.
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Realtor.com
FEBRUARY 22, 2021
realtor.com As we slog through this uniquely horrible winter, let’s turn our attention to cozy and warm thoughts. In terms of real estate, that means log cabins. These rustic structures are the favorite comfy sweaters of the housing world, and we’d like to slide right into each one of the 10 below. We scoped out listings from coast to coast to round up these lovely log cabins, where it’s always a great time to snuggle in front of the fireplace.
Point2Homes
FEBRUARY 22, 2021
Despite mortgage rates reaching historic lows, mortgage affordability continues to erode in the country’s largest and most in-demand cities. In a year as volatile and uncertain as 2020, the effect of lower mortgage rates was muted by soaring home prices , increasing demand and tight supply. In fact, the share of income needed to afford housing continues to increase and monthly mortgage payments are becoming a financial burden in more cities across the nation.
Waterfront Properties
FEBRUARY 22, 2021
During the week, the Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse and Museum hosts events and tours. The iconic lighthouse and the lighthouse grounds is one of Jupiter’s favorite spots to visit for locals and visitors. This week, the lighthouse is hosting two reoccurring and popular events. Lighthouse Events This Week: Twilight Yoga at the Light: Monday, February 22nd Every Monday night join Yoga instructor Mary Veal on the Lighthouse Deck for a sunset Yoga session.
Point2Homes
FEBRUARY 22, 2021
Image: c12 / Shutterstock.com. Making sure that your house is properly insulated can significantly reduce your monthly bills, as well as increase the thermal comfort in your home. But how do you decide which side of the walls to insulate? Read on to find out which are the cases in which interior or exterior insulation is the best choice for your home.
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Sotheby's International Real Estate
FEBRUARY 22, 2021
From the sale of the highest-priced condo in the history of Quebec, to that of a Hawaiian escape, highlighted here are 5 Significant Sales from January 2021 represented by the Sotheby’s International Realty® global network. Montreal, Quebec. Price Undisclosed | Liza Kaufman, Sotheby’s International Realty Quebec. La Jolla, California. Sold for $20,000,000 | Brett Dickinson, Pacific Sotheby’s International Realty .
Realtor.com
FEBRUARY 22, 2021
Nola Real Estate Marketing and Photography Now on the market for $16,895,000, a mansion built to the most exacting specifications has achieved the distinction of being Louisiana’s most expensive home. Owned by Shane Guidry , CEO of Harvey Gulf International Marine, and his wife, Holly , the house on Northline Street in Metairie, LA, just outside New Orleans , is a 15,230-square-foot French Provincial masterpiece.
Maximum Exposure Real Estate
FEBRUARY 22, 2021
The Guide to Shipping Container Homes Are you considering a shipping container home? Shipping containers are used to transport goods worldwide, and they are strong enough to withstand being moved on ships and trucks. But do they also make good homes? With a lot of used shipping containers available, they present an opportunity to create […]. The post Shipping Container Homes: What to Know Including Costs and Design appeared first on Massachusetts Real Estate Exposure.
First Team Real Estate
FEBRUARY 22, 2021
The real estate market is currently booming , and homes across Southern California are selling in record time amid the seller’s market. Low rates have continued to encourage homebuyers to enter the market despite the pandemic, keeping demand high amid a countrywide housing shortage. So if you’re ready for a home sale, now is the opportune time for most homeowners to sell for top dollar amid rising prices in 2021.
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Navigated 360° tours, like YourVRTours, advance pipelines by engaging clients further along the sales funnel. These immersive experiences provide comprehensive property insights, increasing buyer intent and readiness. By embracing navigated tours, agents can optimize property exposure, better qualify leads, and streamline the sales process. Stay ahead in the ever-evolving real estate landscape with innovative technology that elevates buyer journeys and progresses pipelines more effectively.
RIS Media
FEBRUARY 22, 2021
Three Aspects of Video Communication to Achieve Maximum Impact. Have you ever noticed that people quote movies a lot more than they quote books? The reason is simple: Adding a face and a voice to a message makes it exponentially more impactful than relying on words alone. This is meaningful to real estate because, as part of your prospecting and client marketing efforts, you should be incorporating video communications to make yourself more memorable and maximize client acquisition and conversio
REM Online
FEBRUARY 22, 2021
The following content may have been republished here without the author's permission. The original post can be found at the following URL: What was the real estate industry like 30 years ago? Please visit REMonline.com for more content like this, and contact web@remonline.com to inform us of any unauthorized reproduction. Have you ever wondered what it was like to be a real estate agent in the ’80s or earlier?
Homes.com
FEBRUARY 22, 2021
As real estate markets continue to thrive, analyst Steve Cook shares where buying power is strongest, weakest, and how to maximize it. The post Top 5 Markets Where Buying Power is Surging and Slumping appeared first on Homes.com.
REM Online
FEBRUARY 22, 2021
The following content may have been republished here without the author's permission. The original post can be found at the following URL: Realtor safety: When a stranger calls. Please visit REMonline.com for more content like this, and contact web@remonline.com to inform us of any unauthorized reproduction. Our interactions with real estate professionals have taught us something about predatorial behaviour and targeting within our industry.
Speaker: Sarah Santa Ana, Real Estate Coach, Move4Free Realty
Networking is one of the crucial elements in every real estate organization's success. Both agents and real estate companies need to maintain robust networking links. This is why social media is essential for any real estate professional! Social media enables you to stay in touch with your present clients, maintain connections with your past clients, and engage potential customers and investors.
Brownstoner
FEBRUARY 22, 2021
The vaccine rollout in New York has been marked with shortages and confusion, with those eligible finding the process of securing an appointment for the life-saving jab onerous and time-consuming. Earlier this week, New York State made official the most sweeping expansion of eligibility for the vaccine since the first immunization… Read More > The post What You Need to Know About Getting a COVID-19 Vaccine Appointment in Brooklyn appeared first on Brownstoner.
HomeLight
FEBRUARY 22, 2021
Communication is at the heart of real estate success. Marketing, sales, negotiation — it all relies on great communication skills. Neuro-linguistic programming (NLP) offers real estate agents a way to communicate more effectively by building rapport, being a better listener, and using non-verbal cues. This week on The Walkthrough, Jesse Zagorsky shares a handful of specific NLP sales techniques that you can use to be a better communicator and make deeper connections with your clients.
Brownstoner
FEBRUARY 22, 2021
An affordable housing lottery has opened for 17 units in an eight-story building at 1533 East 19th Street in Midwood. Of the affordable apartments, there is one studio, 14 one-bedroom units and a pair of two-bedroom units. Monthly rents start at $2,156 and top out at $2,710. The lottery is set… Read More > The post Affordable Housing Lottery Opens for 17 Units in Midwood, Starting at $2,156 a Month appeared first on Brownstoner.
Realtor.com
FEBRUARY 22, 2021
Discovery+ Chip and Joanna Gaines have popularized many home design trends, but in the latest “Fixer Upper: Welcome Home,” they prove they still have some new tricks. They unveil a cool new spin on the open floor plan that has potential to be huge, since it could give us all some much needed peace and quiet at home. In the episode “Girls’ Home Reimagined,” Joanna meets up with Barbara and Trasha , two women who work at a Texas girls’ shelter.
Speaker: Trey Willard, Realtor/Team Leader at Keller Williams Realty, Inc.
In order to create continued success in today’s real estate market, realtors need to utilize an arsenal of technology that will increase their efficiency and presence on social media. Using technology to manage your prospects and tap into their needs through websites, social media, and other channels is critical for real estate success in 2022 and beyond.
Better Dwelling
FEBRUARY 22, 2021
Canadians made an unexpected move to deleverage a little of their HELOC debt. Bank of Canada (BoC) data shows HELOC debt fell in December. The decline was unusually strong for the month, at a rate not seen in decades. The drop wasn’t enough to bring the trend negative, however growth is negative in real terms. […]. The post Canadian HELOC Balances Made The Biggest December Drop Since 1992 appeared first on Better Dwelling.
The Mortgage Report
FEBRUARY 22, 2021
Compare the best USDA lenders to get a great deal on your home loan. USDA loans require zero down payment and have below-market interest rates.
RISMedia
FEBRUARY 22, 2021
By Anita Ginsburg A roof can last a long time, usually decades, without needing to be replaced. However, natural causes like hazardous weather and nearby trees may cause serious damage that means your roof will need to be repaired or replaced earlier than expected. Consider having your roof inspected by a professional roofer, if you […]. The post Force of Nature: The Most Likely Causes Behind Your Home’s Roof Damage appeared first on RISMedia's Housecall.
Waterfront Properties
FEBRUARY 22, 2021
Experience an hour of mindful mental silence and seek inner calmness. The Zoom guided meditation is presented tonight, February 22, 2021 at 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM. The leader is from the Palm Beach/Martin County Meditation Group and is an experienced practitioner of Sahaja Meditation. Sahaja meditation is a simple, time-honored technique which reduces stress and increase wellness.
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The Mortgage Report
FEBRUARY 22, 2021
Today’s mortgage and refinance rates Average mortgage rates edged up again last Friday. That was disappointing after Thursday’s small fall. But hardly a surprise, given the sharp rises earlier in […].
BubbleInfo
FEBRUARY 22, 2021
We are getting close to a remarkable event – having more pendings than actives. Here’s the current scorecard – 359 Actives, and 338 Pendings! NSDCC Actives and Pendings Price Range Active Listings Avg $$/sf Pending Listings Avg $$/sf 0-$1.0M 6 $424/sf 33 $640/sf $1.0M – $1.5M 22 $677/sf 70 $605/sf $1.5M – $2.0M 45 $686/sf […].
Realtor.com
FEBRUARY 22, 2021
Streeter Lecka/Getty Images Start your engines! The Key West, FL, home owned and fixed up by former NASCAR driver Dale Earnhardt Jr. has successfully sold for $3 million. The legendary driver and his wife, Amy , initially picked up the place in 2009, for $2.4 million. They then got to work on the historic Old Town abode, parts of which date to the 1860s.
RIS Media
FEBRUARY 22, 2021
Real estate is the greatest business in the world, but it’s not always easy. It can be tough to get started. There’s a high turnover rate and it takes an enormous amount of commitment to succeed. As a new agent, your first 100 days in the industry are when you must establish the solid foundations for a strong, long-lasting business. Here are the top foundational elements new real estate agents must build to kickstart a career and achieve lasting success.
Speaker: Mary Maloney, Founder & Team Leader at Hometown Realty
The sales cycle in real estate is frequently measured at 3+ months. During this time, real estate agents frequently lose contact with clients and miss out on opportunities because they fail to follow up and provide value to the client. Top real estate agents are distinguished from developing agents by their ability to convert organic connections into sales opportunities.
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