Housing Wire
OCTOBER 1, 2020
The average U.S. mortgage rate for a 30-year fixed loan is 2.88% this week, falling from last week’s 2.9% , Freddie Mac said in a report on Thursday. The rate is now two basis points from an all-time low set three weeks ago. The average fixed rate for a 15-year mortgage was 2.36%, falling from last week’s 2.4% to a level that’s one basis point away from the record 2.35% set two weeks ago, the mortgage giant said.
Keeping Current Matters
OCTOBER 1, 2020
A year ago, additional space and extra amenities had a very different feel for homebuyers. Today, the health crisis has brought to light how valuable more square footage and carefully designed floorplans can be. Home offices, multi-purpose rooms, gyms, and theaters are becoming more popular, and some families are finding the space they need for these upgrades in the luxury market.
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Housing Wire
OCTOBER 1, 2020
Realtor.com and Rocket Mortgage , two of the biggest companies in the digital real estate space, have formed a key advertising partnership that their competitors are sure to notice. Effective Thursday, homebuyers on Realtor.com who say they wish to be pre-approved for a mortgage will see an advertisement from Rocket Mortgage that will allow them to receive pre-approval in as little as 20 minutes.
REM Online
OCTOBER 1, 2020
The following content may have been republished here without the author's permission. The original post can be found at the following URL: A disturbing trend: Buyers fail to deliver deposit cheques. Please visit REMonline.com for more content like this, and contact web@remonline.com to inform us of any unauthorized reproduction. There is an alarming trend that is quite rampant in the Toronto area.
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Housing Wire
OCTOBER 1, 2020
Though he wouldn’t comment on recent r eports that he is raising $100 million in capital at a $4 billion valuation , Better.com CEO Vishal Garg had no qualms on Thursday in outlining his vision for an eventual public debut. Garg, a serial entrepreneur who founded the digital-only lender in 2014, revealed at LendIt Fintech’s USA 2020 virtual event that his company is now profitable. “I can’t comment about any other fundraising, other than to say Better today is actually fu
Better Dwelling
OCTOBER 1, 2020
Toronto condo rentals are seeing the most inventory in recent memory. Toronto Regional Real Estate Board (TRREB) data prepared by Toronto Realtor Daniel Foch shows rental inventory is still much higher than usual in September. Meanwhile absorption is failing to keep up, potentially explaining the abrupt rise of condos for sale. Toronto Condos For Rent […].
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Homes.com
OCTOBER 1, 2020
In the world of real estate, both buyers and sellers need to ensure they have access to a multiple listing service for many reasons. The connection? Using a real estate professional. Here are the benefits both buyers and sellers need to know when using an MLS. The post What Buyers and Sellers Need to Know About Multiple Listing Services appeared first on Homes.com.
Housing Wire
OCTOBER 1, 2020
From virtual and VR house tours to appraisals using photos snapped from a borrower’s smartphone, to remote online notarization, the pandemic has accelerated the online capabilities of the lending community. That why we’ve invited Katherine Campbell, chief digital officer at Assurance Financial , to examine what it will take to reshape the landscape of digital finance at our HousingWire Annual event on Oct. 8.
RIS Media
OCTOBER 1, 2020
The new Apple iOS 14 update has caused a flood of images featuring aesthetic home screens and articles with detailed design tutorials. While the update is clearly recognized for its visual appeal, it also makes many tasks simpler. This boost in efficiency can benefit any iPhone user, but can be especially helpful to those with packed schedules, like real estate agents.
Jason Fox
OCTOBER 1, 2020
5 Inbound Marketing Tricks That Work Like a Charm for Real Estate Companies. How do you generate leads to your real estate business? Here’s a fact: Right now, clients are looking to buy or rent your property. 81% of people will search online for a product/service when making purchase decisions You don’t have to spend thousands of dollars on a TV commercial or Billboard advertising campaign to reach.
Advertiser: Trellis
Trellis is a state trial court research and analytics platform that provides Real Estate Professionals (Buyers, Foreclosure, Loan Modification, etc.) with LEADS on Pre-Foreclosures, Lis Pendes, Distressed Assets and more — to help uncover **new** opportunities and grow their business. The process is quick and easy — and all in real time. Trellis will supply you with a link to the relevant dockets, a Leads sheet and access to its UI where applicable.
Realtor.com
OCTOBER 1, 2020
ziggy1/Getty Images Ah, fall: The nip of the first chill in the air. The colorful foliage. The pumpkin spice lattes. The pumpkin spice everything. Oh yeah, and the long list of home maintenance tasks awaiting you at the start of the season. We hate to intrude on your fall bliss, but the postsummer months are a critical time for knocking out routine home maintenance to keep your household running smoothly into winter.
Easy Agent Pro
OCTOBER 1, 2020
Even the best real estate website creators in the world (such as those at Easy Agent Pro) can only go so far in helping the sites they build to generate leads for agents. The rest is up to the agent. We’re not talking a major overhaul of your site – it’s pretty perfect when you fire it up. What we mean is that the final step is one that you perform: personalization.
Realtor.com
OCTOBER 1, 2020
Getty Images It might be easy to gloss over the bathroom when you’re touring a home in person—but it’s even easier to do so when you’re viewing it by video, as many of us are doing in the age of the coronavirus. It’s a smaller space than most in the house, and, at first glance, there’s not much to take in: toilet, shower, vanity—that’s all you need, right?
REM Online
OCTOBER 1, 2020
The following content may have been republished here without the author's permission. The original post can be found at the following URL: Congratulations flood TREBB on 100th anniversary. Please visit REMonline.com for more content like this, and contact web@remonline.com to inform us of any unauthorized reproduction. As the Toronto Regional Real Estate Board celebrates its 100th anniversary, it is receiving congratulatory messages from a variety of elected officials and real estate boards acro
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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.
Realtor.com
OCTOBER 1, 2020
cglade / Getty Images This Halloween, trick-or-treating may seem a whole lot scarier than in the past, given that you could snag some coronavirus along with all that candy corn. Still, though, if there’s one thing we all can do to celebrate Halloween that maintains a healthy social distance, it’s decorate our house! Yet be warned: Halloween decorations often run the risk of being tacky or over the top (inflatable zombie babies , we’re glaring at you), and when you throw a pande
Realty Biz
OCTOBER 1, 2020
Once the summer is over, there are going to be fewer people looking to buy a home, but you can still sell your property. There are pros and cons of selling your home in all the different seasons. You may be asking yourself if it is better to sell your home in the fall or in the winter. Selling your in the fall doesn’t necessarily mean it will be more difficult, but there are some things you can do to improve your chances.
The Mortgage Report
OCTOBER 1, 2020
Today’s mortgage and refinance rates Average mortgage rates held steady yesterday. So that’s a nine-business-day run since the last rise. And conventional loans today start at 2.75% (2.75% APR) for […].
Zolo
OCTOBER 1, 2020
Maybe you’re looking around the home you bought almost a lifetime ago and thinking to yourself: it’s time. Your children left the nest to create lives of their own and the home you built for your family is feeling too big and empty. It’s time to find your retirement spot. Picking the ideal place for retirement… The post Retirement made easy – 10 best places to retire in Canada appeared first on Zolo.
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.
RIS Media
OCTOBER 1, 2020
One of the greatest resources affiliated with the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR) is their research department. A key member benefit is their annual Home Buyers and Sellers Report. They ask consumers who have transacted using a REALTOR® if they would use their REALTOR® again in a future transaction. Every year, more than 90 percent indicate that they would use their REALTOR® in a future transaction.
Agent Drive
OCTOBER 1, 2020
For many first-time homebuyers, the hardest transition from renting to owning is having to take care of the property. Not only does nearly every facet of the home have a steep learning curve—how exactly do you maintain a garage door, anyway?—but there’s also so much to do. It can easily feel overwhelming. You need a […]. The post Build Your Annual Home Maintenance Calendar And Checklist appeared first on AgentDrive.
Waterfront Properties
OCTOBER 1, 2020
Local favorite tropical paradise, Peanut Island, has reopened as of 10/01/2020, and locals are fueling up their boats and ready for a weekend in the sun off Singer Island. Peanut Island is one of the many treasures of the Palm Beach County outdoors. This small island near the mouth of Palm Beach Inlet is known as a Florida wonderland of boats at the sandbar, snorkeling, camping, and kayaking.
The Mortgage Report
OCTOBER 1, 2020
Home improvement or renovation loans can save you money and get you exactly what you want. Here are the top ways you can finance your upgrades.
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.
Realtor.com
OCTOBER 1, 2020
MarkHatfield/Getty Images Fertilizing, watering, and mowing are the usual steps to take for a healthy lawn, but sometimes things can go awry. Unsightly weedy and brown patches can show up on your lawn and seriously undermine your home’s curb appeal. Dealing with a damaged lawn can be a frustrating experience for homeowners. No matter how much water or fertilizer you apply, it can seem nearly impossible to get your lawn back to its thick, green splendor.
Zolo
OCTOBER 1, 2020
Take these ideas to accessorize a fall-oriented ambience in your bedroom. The post 8 must-have bedroom accessories and fall decor to create the perfect atmosphere appeared first on Zolo.
Brownstoner
OCTOBER 1, 2020
This early 20th century Arts and Crafts style house is spacious, with plenty of original details and beautifully updated wet rooms. Plus, it has that rarest and most coveted of Brooklyn amenities: A garage. Located on a tree-lined street and only one block to Shore Road's waterfront parks and esplanades,… Read More > The post Bay Ridge House With Wood-Burning Fireplace, Sunroom, Garage Asks $1.5 Million appeared first on Brownstoner.
Realty Biz
OCTOBER 1, 2020
Metals are lustrous, ductile, malleable materials that are good conductors of heat, electricity, and high reflectivity of light. Metallic materials are excellent and reliable in home construction because of their durability and strength to form structural components, pipework, cladding materials, and other features. While building a dream home, many people are usually unaware of the right materials to use and end up making many repairs after using the wrong ones.
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Brownstoner
OCTOBER 1, 2020
In Coney Island, an affordable housing lottery has opened for 34 units in a 20-story tower at 271 Sea Breeze Avenue, located two blocks away from the famous boardwalk and beach. There are seven studios, 12 one-bedroom units, 11 two-bedroom units and four three-bedroom units available in the lottery. Monthly rents… Read More > The post Affordable Housing Lottery Opens for 34 Units in Coney Island, Starting at $1,700 a Month appeared first on Brownstoner.
BubbleInfo
OCTOBER 1, 2020
It’s October! The La Jolla-Carlsbad market had an incredible September, with sales up 43% YoY, and the median sales price was +10%! We’ll have another 20-30 sales reported in the coming days too. NSDCC Detached-Home Sales, September: Year Sept. # Sales Med SP Med $/sf 2016 271 $1,175,000 $417/sf 2017 271 $1,237,500 $448/sf 2018 220 […].
Brownstoner
OCTOBER 1, 2020
More funky old New York than white box living, this two-bedroom Vinegar Hill rental has a shared hallway situation that might not be to everyone's taste, but in return it's got two floors of living space, atmospherically patinaed spaces and access to a garden. It's located in one of the… Read More > The post No-Fee Quirky Vinegar Hill Two-Bedroom With Mantels, Shared Garden Asks $2,600 a Month appeared first on Brownstoner.
RIS Media
OCTOBER 1, 2020
National Association of REALTORS® (NAR) President Vince Malta issued the following statement after the Senate passed a continuing resolution on Wed., Sept. 30 funding the government to Dec. 11 and extending insurance writing authority for the National Flood Insurance Program through Sept. 30, 2021. “NAR thanks lawmakers for including a one-year extension of the National Flood Insurance Program in this Continuing Resolution, but the job is not done,” said Malta, broker at Malta &
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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