Tom Ferry
JUNE 2, 2022
Last week at BluePrint, I was standing up on stage looking out over the room at so many of my clients and hundreds of the top producing people in real estate when something hit me… It was something I obviously already knew because I stake my life on it, but it was one of those […]. The post Success Leaves Clues: 8 Common Traits of Successful Agents appeared first on Tom Ferry.
Housing Wire
JUNE 2, 2022
We are coming off a tumultuous two years of growth in the U.S. housing market. And now we are facing a tumultuous year of mortgage market normalization. So it’s true to say that turmoil and mortgage outlooks are strange bedfellows, but it’s true. Interest rates are rising, affordability is a challenge, and geopolitical conflicts impact global supply markets.
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Keeping Current Matters
JUNE 2, 2022
June is National Homeownership Month, and it’s the perfect time to reflect on how impactful owning a home can truly be.
Housing Wire
JUNE 2, 2022
Purchase mortgage rates this week averaged 5.09%, essentially flat from the prior week, according to the latest Freddie Mac PMMS. A year ago at this time, 30-year fixed rate purchase rates were at 2.99%. The government-sponsored enterprise index accounts solely for purchase mortgages reported by lenders during the past three days. “Mortgage rates continued to inch downward this week but are still significantly higher than last year, affecting affordability and purchase demand,” said Sam Khater,
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Don’t just react to changes, plan for them, so you can approach the new year with confidence, direction, and a competitive edge for your business. Having a well-defined business plan helps you chart a clear course, navigate challenges, and set a foundation for growth. This workbook gives you the key steps to outline what matters and will ensure you’re moving ahead.
Eye on Housing
JUNE 2, 2022
Data from the Survey of Market Absorption of Apartments (SOMA), produced by the Census Bureau, suggest continued improvement for the multifamily sector in the fourth quarter of 2021 due to strong demand and low vacancy rates. However, the decline in the number of apartment and condominium completions in the fourth quarter of 2021 may reflect the ongoing supply chain challenges.
Housing Wire
JUNE 2, 2022
In this HW+ Slack Q&A, HousingWire Lead Analyst Logan Mohtashami answers questions from our HW+ member community. One top question he addresses is how the industry is reacting to this savagely unhealthy housing market. As a member of HW+, you get access to 30-minute Slack Q&As , where we invite the HW Media newsroom to break down the hottest topics in the industry.
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Housing Wire
JUNE 2, 2022
Even though J.P. Morgan CEO Jamie Dimon is famously no fan of crypto, the bank dove into the enigmatic world of blockchain-based finance in 2020 with the launch of Onyx , a business unit devoted to exploring and expanding the use of blockchain technologies. . Soon after Onyx was formed, the bank launched Onyx Digital Assets , a blockchain-based platform that makes possible transactions that involve tokenization — or creating digitized tokens linked to or backed by real-world assets.
Coldwell Banker
JUNE 2, 2022
When the weather heats up, it’s the perfect time to whip up light and refreshing salads. From fruit to pasta to all those fresh, leafy varieties – there’s no limits to what you can toss and serve this summer. Here are just a few delicious and inspiring salad ideas. Keep it Fresh and Fruity There’s […]. The post Beat the Heat with Summer Salads appeared first on Coldwell Banker Blue Matter.
Housing Wire
JUNE 2, 2022
Movement Mortgage will pay $75,000 to resolve allegations of racial discrimination, in violation of the Fair Housing Act, identified by undercover testers from the National Community Reinvestment Coalition. The agreement resolves a complaint the NCRC filed in October 2021 with the Department of Housing and Urban Development. NCRC alleged the Fort Mill, South Carolina-based retail lender discriminated against Black and Hispanic people seeking mortgages in the Seattle-Tacoma area.
Coldwell Banker
JUNE 2, 2022
A summer picnic is always a fun way to enjoy time with friends and family and soak in a beautiful day, whether it’s at your favorite park, beach or lakeside, at the top of a lovely overlook or even in your own backyard. You can simply grab a few items and be on your way. […]. The post How to Plan the Perfect Picnic appeared first on Coldwell Banker Blue Matter.
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Join this insightful webinar with industry expert Abdi Ali, who will discuss the challenges that can arise from managing lease accounting with spreadsheets! He will share real-world examples of errors, compliance issues, and risks that may be present within your spreadsheets. Learn how these tools, while useful, can sometimes lead to inefficiencies that affect your time, resources, and peace of mind.
Housing Wire
JUNE 2, 2022
The pandemic changed the way people do everything from work and school to grocery shopping and medical appointments and the real estate industry has been working to keep pace with the demand for digitization. HousingWire recently spoke with Brendon Weiss, co-founder of EscrowTab, about how lenders can streamline their eClosings with the help of IPEN.
Sotheby's International Real Estate
JUNE 2, 2022
??. Acclaimed chef Ned Bell spent parts of his childhood on the rugged coasts of Vancouver Island in British Columbia, instilling in him a taste of the sea’s diverse delicacies—and an appreciation for its delicateness. Sourcing seafood wisely and creatively has never been more important, and is the focus of his bestselling cookbook Lure: Sustainable Seafood Recipes From the West Coast.
Housing Wire
JUNE 2, 2022
CrossCountry Mortgage is suing Guild Mortgage for poaching a former Las Vegas branch manager and allegedly convincing her to steal proprietary information, the latest escalation in a brewing legal battle between the retail mortgage lenders. CrossCountry alleges that San Diego-based Guild Mortgage offered Mirajoy Casimiro, former branch manager and loan originator at CrossCountry, a lucrative employment package and persuaded her to take “massive amounts” of confidential business and client inform
The Close
JUNE 2, 2022
One of the first things new agents and buyers realize is that awful real estate pictures are everywhere. There’s just something about the combination of real estate agent + homeowner + camera that leads to an artistic disaster. That’s why we reached out to some of our favorite agents and friends to gather the worst of the worst real estate listing photos for your viewing “enjoyment.
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In the rapidly changing real estate landscape, achieving profitability requires a strategic approach beyond traditional methods. Our guide, "The 4 Pillars to Brokerage Profitability," outlines four essential pillars for scaling your real estate business: a seamless lead-to-close technology ecosystem, tailored integrated solutions for teams and agents, value-added success services and community support, and consumer-centric operations throughout the full homeownership lifecycle.
Housing Wire
JUNE 2, 2022
An LO with a client at the closing table. The question was on the minds of many at the Waldorf Astoria in Dana Point, California on Thursday – will non-qualified mortgage products become more commoditized as the rising rate environment wallops agency lending? “The way that we like to look at solving that problem is through a click of a button, distributing the loan at an even price to sell that to a cadre of investors,” Al Qureshi, managing partner at Blue Water Financial Technologies , said on
Coldwell Banker
JUNE 2, 2022
Extra, extra! Read the top 10 news items that ran in May about Coldwell Banker and its stellar agents. This is just a sampling of the 1,000+ mentions that occur every month. The post Top 10 Coldwell Banker Stories of the Month – May 2022 appeared first on Coldwell Banker Blue Matter.
The Mortgage Report
JUNE 2, 2022
Today’s mortgage and refinance rates Average mortgage rates rose sharply again yesterday. And you now have to go back to May 9 to find higher average rates. In other words, […].
Brownstoner
JUNE 2, 2022
“We demand — we ain't asking no more — we demand that HPD turn this big, gigantic lot over to the community. Give it to the East New York Community Land Trust, let us build on it what the community needs, not free parking for the NYPD.” The message from East… Read More > The post Community Land Trust Wants to Turn NYPD Parking Lots Into Affordable Housing.
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As the real estate market evolves, technology has become essential for success. According to NAR, only 26% of agents feel their brokerage provides the necessary tech tools and, as a result, agents seek teams and brokerages who prioritize technology investments! Whether you manage an established team or are forming a new one, this guide outlines key considerations and necessary applications to thrive.
The Close
JUNE 2, 2022
Since so many leads, especially millennials, prefer to be contacted via email, writing effective real estate email templates will help you close more deals in 2022. The only problem is that for many agents, writing effective emails can be challenging. That’s why we put together this resource of 21 effective real estate email templates you can use for inspiration to help create your own email templates.
App Folio
JUNE 2, 2022
Housing is as hot a topic as ever.
Real Trends
JUNE 2, 2022
Mortgage rates have been steadily rising since the beginning of the year. With that in mind, here are five things for you, as an agent, to do in a rising rate environment. It seems mortgage rates will continue to creep up, slowing down the housing market, which can present a problem for home buyers and sellers along with you as their agents. Since we cannot control the rise of the rates, it is important to remember that there are a few things you can control in order to keep your clients happy a
Agent Fire
JUNE 2, 2022
Home staging can be a sensitive topic to bring up. As an agent, you know what's necessary to get your listing sold, yet client's aren't always willing to accept style criticism or added costs. Here's how to convince your client to professionally stage their home and get it sold fast. Here’s How to Convince Clients to Stage Their Home is just one of many great real estate strategies on The Spark.
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Now more than ever, brokers need to provide agents with the right tools, strategies, and training to effectively demonstrate their expertise, negotiate successfully, and foster strong client relationships. So – what should brokers do to ensure this? Invest in the right technology, continuous education, and innovative marketing strategies that empower agents to stand out in a crowded marketplace.
Realty Biz
JUNE 2, 2022
A top economist has warned sellers that a slowdown in home price appreciation is all but inevitable as the economy falters. In an interview with CNBC , National Association of Realtors’ chief economist Lawrence Yun said that the housing market is already showing signs of slowing down, with rising mortgage rates adding to already high prices and making homes unaffordable to many.
Brownstoner
JUNE 2, 2022
In Crown Heights, this one-bedroom in an 1890s row house has original details, recently updated wet rooms and all-white finishes to give a clean and bright look. The apartment, on the garden floor of a two-family at 926 St. Marks Avenue, also comes with in-unit laundry and a dishwasher. … Read More > The post Crown Heights One-Bedroom With in-Unit Laundry, Wood Floors, Mantel Asks $2,500 a Month appeared first on Brownstoner.
Realty Biz
JUNE 2, 2022
ERA ® Real Estate , a global franchising leader within the Realogy family of brands, today announced the affiliation of ERA Treanor Real Estate. The company is based in Southington, Conn., and serves the central region of the state, including Southington, Cheshire, Bristol, Wolcott, Plainville, New Britain, Farmington, Avon, West Hartford, Wallingford, Waterbury, Watertown, Middletown and Cromwell. .
Brownstoner
JUNE 2, 2022
In transforming their typically drafty, energy-inefficient 1889 row house into an exemplar of the latest in energy-conservation thinking, husband-and-wife architects Ruth Mandl and Bobby Johnston of CO Adaptive Architecture took the long view. "We fortified the building to last another 130 years," said Mandl. They knew going in that they wanted… Read More > The post The Insider: Electric Meter Runs Backwards in Stylish, Energy-Saving Bed Stuy Townhouse appeared first on Brownstoner.
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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.
Realty Biz
JUNE 2, 2022
With over 75 million monthly active users , Canva is one of the most well-known and widely used design tools for independent entrepreneurs, small businesses, and yes, real estate agents in the world. That’s great news for real estate agents looking to stay ahead of the competition when it comes to creating marketing materials and real estate brochures.
Brownstoner
JUNE 2, 2022
In the News Their Solution to the Housing Crisis? Living With Strangers [NYT]. Housing Court Keeps Eviction on Ice in Brooklyn Deed Row [Law360] Q Train Shooting Victim Daniel Enriquez Remembered at Funeral [BK Paper] Woman Is Greenpoint Bar Hero After Removing Opossum [NBC NY] NY Senators Push Affordable Housing Bill to Address Accessibility… Read More > The post Daily Links: Mayor Adams Adds Tiny Apartments to ‘Sweeping’ Rezoning Plan appeared first on Brownstoner.
BubbleInfo
JUNE 2, 2022
This is more evidence of how popular the homes with bigger yards and a pool on a culdesac are – so popular that this buyer paid $401,000 over list for this Carlsbad property:
Redfin
JUNE 2, 2022
Adding a DIY fire pit to your backyard is an excellent way to keep the fun going long after dark. However, figuring out the best fire pit design can often pose a challenge. When selecting and building your DIY fire pit, there are many considerations you should take into account, from making sure you avoid using wet stones to giving river rocks several days of direct sunlight to dry properly.
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