Housing Wire

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023

Jobs week cleared up the skies for the Federal Reserve members, who are smiling — big time — after a series of data lines gave them what they wanted: a softer labor market! While the labor market isn’t breaking , it has become more pliant in the data lines the Fed focuses on. After Friday’s jobs report , which had some one-time variables, we can say that the economy is heading into an area where the Fed will feel much more comfortable, and we should not have any more rate hikes.

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Keeping Current Matters

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023

Your equity grows as you pay down your home loan and as home prices increase. With home prices rising again, your equity is getting an extra boost.

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Housing Wire

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023

In its 8th year, the HW Insiders program is spotlighting the talented operations professionals who are laying the foundation of success for their organizations. Through the development of improved and sophisticated systems, protocols and technology, these operations leaders are driving their companies to growth and success. This year 75 honorees were honored as HW Insiders.

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Real Estate News

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023

A case filed by the Top Agent Network targeting NAR's Clear Cooperation policy was reinstated after previously being dismissed in 2021.

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Housing Wire

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023

Thousands of New York City Airbnb listings are vanishing from the market as the city introduces some of the strictest regulations in the U.S. for short-term rentals. Starting on Sept. 5, hosts of short-term rentals will need to register with the city, The Wall Street Journal reported. Airbnb hosts will have to meet several new requirements, including not renting out an entire apartment or home; and being present during guests’ short-term stays.

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Real Estate News

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023

Spencer Rascoff said home search portals may need to pivot in a world where buyers agents are no longer paid via the listing agent’s commission.

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Real Estate News

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023

Following an FTC settlement in which Black Knight agreed to sell off a portion of its company, the deal is set to close on Sept. 5.

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Housing Wire

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023

New York-based investment firm Cerberus Capital Management has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire home equity lender Spring EQ , the companies announced on Friday. The terms of the deal were not disclosed. The transaction will allow Cerberus executives to realize new opportunities as demand for home equity solutions in the U.S. accelerates.

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Real Estate News

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023

Adam Wiener, Redfin’s president of real estate services and "moral compass," is leaving after more than 15 years with the company.

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Housing Wire

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023

The pace of hiring continued to cool in August, with job gains of 187,000, which is lower than both the 204,000 monthly average for the previous six months and the 399,000 average of 2022, said Realtor.com Chief Economist Danielle Hale. Total nonfarm payroll employment increased by 187,000 jobs, just like in July , according to data released by the Bureau of Labor Statistics.

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Inman

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023

Support for the embattled CEO, who many expected to announce his early retirement as a result of a fast-moving harassment scandal, came late Thursday with a statement from new president Tracy Kasper.

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Housing Wire

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023

In the wake of the New York Times exposé , which revealed sexual harassment allegations and a “culture of fear” at the National Association of Realtors , the trade organization is throwing its support behind longtime CEO Bob Goldberg. In a statement confirming that a rumored emergency executive committee meeting had occurred on Thursday, newly appointed NAR president Tracy Kasper, who took the helm on Monday after Kenny Parcell’s resignation , said the executive committee was looking into polici

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Inman

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023

The Realty Alliance CEO Craig Cheatham illuminates the frequently byzantine path many Realtors follow on their journey up the National Association of Realtors's formidable org chart.

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Housing Wire

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023

Pennymac Loan Services and RoundPoint Mortgage Servicing reported this week their customers were exposed to a data breach through the Sovos Compliance software , per filings with the Attorney General in California. Sovos, which provides services to financial companies, said that its vendor Progress Software had a vulnerability in its MOVEit Transfer application on May 31, 2023.

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SEPTEMBER 1, 2023

Victoria Kennedy, CEO of Atman Real Estate, outlines the ways that AI is already reshaping the real estate industry. If you've been holding off on putting AI to work for your real estate business, the time has come to get off the sidelines.

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Bigger Pockets

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023

No "Airbnbust" this year. The short-term rental market had a great summer, and demand doesn't look like it's going anywhere anytime soon. These markets had the best jumps this summer.

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Inman

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023

The enhanced property marketing service from the industry’s most popular portal is offered under the company’s ShowingTime+ division, limited to select agents in each market, according to the company.

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Bigger Pockets

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023

Don’t have the capital OR credit to invest? Seller financing is a powerful tool that could allow you to score multiple real estate deals without ever going through a bank.

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Inman

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023

Mixed payroll and unemployment report sends long-term interest rates surging, but some analysts say the latest numbers reduce the odds of a September Fed rate hike.

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RIS Media

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023

An essential part of the home-buying process is getting pre-approved for a mortgage. When your lender has checked your finances, they will issue a pre-approval letter. You can use this letter to show sellers you are a serious buyer when you make an offer. A common question among buyers is how long it takes to… The post How Do Mortgage Pre-approvals Work?

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Inman

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023

Joseph Wihbey, Productive.ai's COO and head of product, took a different approach than everyone else in his pitch: he simulated a phone call with a potential client to show what the tool can do.

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Bigger Pockets

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023

The housing market is in an interesting spot and there is still a lot of economic uncertainty. With that said, here's what you can do to produce success.

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SEPTEMBER 1, 2023

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RIS Media

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023

Property Highlights: Where: Los Angeles, California Listing Price: $40,000/month lease Features: Majestic 6,388-square-foot Tudor-style mansion with four bedrooms and five bathrooms. Added Appeal: Gated, private residence with park-like grounds and parking for 10-plus cars. For many folks, finding the perfect home can be nothing short of a fairytale—a dream that can now become a reality… The post The House of Mouse: Walt Disney’s Storybook Mansion Up for Rent appeared first on RISMed

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Inman

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023

Leslie Clarke and Jeannette Floto's team specializes in the upscale Westport and Fairfield County markets, according to an announcement. In 2022, the two-agent team closed $124.33 million in sales.

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Lighter Side of Real Estate

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023

Everyone knows that dealing with multiple offers is stressful when you’re a home buyer… …but what’s not to love being a seller on the opposite end of the situation?! It’s the ideal situation, right? You put your house on the market, buyers fight over it, driving up the price, and all you have to do is pick the offer you like best! Voila! Piece of cake.

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Inman

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023

Real estate didn't shed an unusual number of workers in August. But there are fewer jobs than it once seemed. Inman explains the paradox.

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RIS Media

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023

Editor’s Note: The Mortgage Mix is RISMedia’s weekly highlight reel of need-to-know mortgage-industry happenings. Watch for it each Friday afternoon. –Rates remain stuck above 7% this week, despite a small decrease, with the 30-year fixed averaging 7.18%, according to Freddie Mac. -As China’s closely watched real estate crisis unfolds, banks are lowering existing mortgage rates… The post Mortgage Mix: Black Knight Bought Out; China Chops Rates appeared first on RISMedia.

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Inman

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023

Mortgage giants Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac outline relief for victims, including forbearance suspending mortgage payments for up to 12 months.

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RIS Media

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023

Where do we go from here? This question often rattles around one’s mind after catalyzing events trigger a hard look in the mirror. The New York Times arguably held that mirror up to the National Association of REALTORSⓇ (NAR) earlier this week as the outlet delved into an alleged culture of sexual harassment perpetuated by… The post NAR Stands by CEO Bob Goldberg Amid Controversy appeared first on RISMedia.

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