Realty Biz

AUGUST 1, 2022

As a real estate agent, you likely know how crucial it is to have a strong online presence. Not only should you be maintaining a social media profile on platforms like Facebook and Twitter, but you should also have your own professional real estate website, as such a site is an important tool for generating real estate leads. Yet there’s a world of difference between knowing you need a good real estate website and actually having one.

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Housing Wire

AUGUST 1, 2022

Especially evident since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic, work-life balance, or should we say work-life harmony, is a key priority for many of today’s professionals. However, we get that this is probably an area we’re all still trying to navigate regularly. For this reason, we’re thrilled to include AJ Barkley , who serves as head of Neighborhood and Community Lending at Bank of America , on our panel dedicated to this topic during the Women of Influence Forum.

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Keeping Current Matters

AUGUST 1, 2022

Buying a home is a major life decision.

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Housing Wire

AUGUST 1, 2022

Rocket Mortgage , the nation’s largest lender, is expanding its product portfolio to home equity loans amid a significant slowdown in mortgage origination volume. After getting an appraisal on the home, homeowners can access between $45,000 and $350,000 of their home’s equity in a 10- or 20-year, fixed-rate loan, while maintaining at least 10% equity in their home, Rocket said Monday. .

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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.

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Brownstoner

AUGUST 1, 2022

It is months away, but perhaps thinking about an illuminated cold-season walk through the crisp air at Brooklyn Botanic Garden will get you through the rest of the summer heat. The glimmering spectacle, which debuted in 2021, will light up the garden from November 16 through January 8, 2023, with some… Read More > The post Anticipating Cold Weather, Ticket Sales Launch for Return of Lightscape to Brooklyn Botanic Garden appeared first on Brownstoner.

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Housing Wire

AUGUST 1, 2022

Mortgage lender Guaranteed Rate Affinity is suing a divisional manager for allegedly orchestrating a “mass departure” to competitor Cardinal Financial Company , a violation of the employment agreement. According to the company, on the evening of June 17, Jonathan Engler resigned from his position as senior vice president and divisional manager for the California divisions, which includes the states of California, Nevada, Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Alaska and Hawaii.

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Housing Wire

AUGUST 1, 2022

June saw both record-low home price appreciation and the largest single-month increase of for-sale inventory in 12 years, resulting in a cool down in the housing market. And the housing market would likely slow further in the coming months if mortgage rates remain persistently high. The annual home price growth fell by nearly two percentage points to 17.3% in June from the previous month, according to Black Knight ’s monthly mortgage monitor report.

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Maximum Exposure Real Estate

AUGUST 1, 2022

Buying a home isn’t the same as many other purchases you might make. Ownership is legally changed from the seller to the buyer, and there’s a lot of documentation and contracts involved with that. Because buying a house is more complicated it is often better to use an attorney for real estate purchases. Whether you […]. The post Why You Need a Real Estate Attorney When Buying or Selling a House appeared first on Maximum Real Estate Exposure.

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Housing Wire

AUGUST 1, 2022

Following last year’s stories of grit and determination, the 2022 Women of Influence program represents a cohort of women who have emerged stronger than before, prepared to make the journey smoother and more accessible for those who will follow. Among their outstanding achievements, these women are using their platforms to support and empower others in the industry while simultaneously improving processes that can provide greater access to homeownership for women.

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Coldwell Banker

AUGUST 1, 2022

Renovations That Add ROI. The post Home Renovations That Offer the Best ROI for Resale appeared first on Coldwell Banker Blue Matter.

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Speaker: Abdi Ali, Sr. Lease Accounting Consultant

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.

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Housing Wire

AUGUST 1, 2022

Brena Nath, Director of HW+ and Events. Over a year ago, Sarah Wheeler, who serves as our HW Media editor-in-chief, and I got to work on a passion podcast together: GirlFunds. These interviews with top female leaders were special since we were able to go to a deeper level with them as they opened up about being women in leadership, how they were hoping create space at the table for more women and so much more.

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Eye on Housing

AUGUST 1, 2022

As mortgage rates reached 3-year high, private residential construction spending decreased 1.6% to a seasonally adjusted annual rate (SAAR) of $923.7 billion in June, according to NAHB’s analysis of the Census Construction Spending data. It was the first decline since May 2020. On a year-over-year basis, total private construction spending was 15.6% higher.

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Coldwell Banker

AUGUST 1, 2022

Stage Your House Like a Pro. The post Home Staging Mistakes to Avoid appeared first on Coldwell Banker Blue Matter.

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App Folio

AUGUST 1, 2022

Global events over the past few years simultaneously influenced an economic recession and a booming housing market. These unique market.

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Sotheby's International Real Estate

AUGUST 1, 2022

Sotheby’s International Realty today announced its expanding presence in Australia with the opening of the Byron Bay office in New South Wales. The addition marks the Sotheby’s International Realty brand’s 11th affiliated office in Australia. The office is owned by Michael Pallier who is also managing director for Sydney Sotheby’s International Realty.

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Coldwell Banker

AUGUST 1, 2022

Liz Gehringer has been recognized for her outstanding leadership in the real estate industry. The post Coldwell Banker Real Estate Executive Named to HousingWire 2022 Women of Influence List appeared first on Coldwell Banker Blue Matter.

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Brownstoner

AUGUST 1, 2022

A landlord’s rapid expansion in Brooklyn has brought together a coalition of half a dozen City Council members and a local tenants association in an effort to warn their neighbors about what’s to come and try to protect their homes. Council members Lincoln Restler, Shahana Hanif, Jennifer Gutiérrez, Crystal Hudson, Chi… Read More > The post Tenants Coalition Warns Bushwick Renters About Private Equity-Backed Landlord appeared first on Brownstoner.

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Realty Biz

AUGUST 1, 2022

The internet is a ubiquitous tool that we all use every day, sometimes several times a day. We use it for entertainment, to get our news, to communicate with friends and family members, and to do all sorts of business. From buying things on Amazon to selling things on eBay and everything in between, the internet makes the world go ‘round – and that’s not changing anytime soon.

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Brownstoner

AUGUST 1, 2022

An easy stroll from the Brooklyn Heights Promenade, this Greek Revival multi-family hasn't been on the market in decades. The 25-foot-wide brick row house at 42 Willow Street has copious period details intact, including black marble mantels and an original stair, as well as attractive modern updates such as a… Read More > The post Well-Preserved Brooklyn Heights Greek Revival With Mantels, Vaulted Ceiling Asks $7.75 Million appeared first on Brownstoner.

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Realty Biz

AUGUST 1, 2022

Ask Brian is a weekly column by Real Estate Expert Brian Kline. If you have questions on real estate investing, DIY, home buying/selling, or other housing inquiries please email your questions to askbrian@realtybiznews.com. Question from Brooke in TX: Hi Brian, My life seems to be kind of directionless right now. I’m 22 and have worked as a waitress and some retail sales in a big box department store.

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Brownstoner

AUGUST 1, 2022

With a new home comes new risks, so homeowners should be aware of these three scenarios: 1. Coverage in your home. Your apartment insurance protects you from theft and water damage, and, in case you’re displaced because of fire or some other covered loss, will cover accommodations. If you have valuables… Read More > The post 3 Things Every Homeowner Should Know About Apartment Insurance appeared first on Brownstoner.

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BubbleInfo

AUGUST 1, 2022

Even if there was a concerted effort to inform the public that mortgage rates are in the 4s (with jumbos in the mid-4s!), it is probably too late in the season to revive much enthusiasm with home buyers. But there are still people in the hunt. Last week’s count of new pendings was 20, and […].

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Brownstoner

AUGUST 1, 2022

In the News Why It’s So Hard to Find an Affordable Apartment in New York [NYT] Man With Loaded Rifle Arrested Outside Iranian Writer’s Brooklyn Home [NYT] Filmmaker Gabriel Gomez Tells Brooklyn Stories [NYT] Design Firm to Drop Anchor at Dock 72 on Brooklyn Waterfront [NYP] Homeschooled Students Have Doubled Since Covid Pandemic, Data Shows… Read More > The post Daily Links: Digital Firm Huge Joins Food52 at Slow Growing Navy Yard’s Dock72 appeared first on Brownstoner.

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HomeLight

AUGUST 1, 2022

?. Enjoying this episode? Be sure to follow The Walkthrough to get future episodes delivered automatically: Apple Podcasts/iTunes | Spotify | YouTube. About This Episode. Taking over a retiring agent’s business can be an instant jolt to your business…if you do it right. In his book, The Golden Handoff , Nick Krautter shares a step-by-step process for buying another agent’s business without losing their clients.

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The American Genius for Real Estate

AUGUST 1, 2022

Some of your hardest-working agents are at risk for burnout. What this means for your team and how you can change their trajectory. The post How to retain agents on your team most at risk of burnout appeared first on The American Genius Real Estate.

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Notorious ROB

AUGUST 1, 2022

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Realty Biz

AUGUST 1, 2022

The vacation rental revenue management startup PriceLabs said last week it has raised $30 million in a “minority growth investment” round. The sole investors in the round was Summit Partners. Price Labs, which is already profitable, said the round is the first time it has sought outside funding, and that the cash will be used to scale its revenue management platform and expand its teams.

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Real Trends

AUGUST 1, 2022

After scooping up a record share of inventory in February 2022 (9.7%), investor activity cooled slightly this spring, as investors purchased 9.5% of all homes sold in April 2022, up 2.8 percentage points from a year ago, according to a new report from Realtor.com. In April 2015, the investor share of home purchases was 4.8%. April’s dip in investor share growth is the first such decrease after 19 consecutive months of increase.

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Realty Biz

AUGUST 1, 2022

JPAR® – Real Estate, America’s #1 fastest-growing, 100% commission brokerage, is pleased to announce Chris Sears was recognized by his peers at the National Association of Hispanic Real Estate Professionals’ “Battle of the Brokers”. “NAHREP is an incredible organization and I am honored to be recognized by my peers,” said Chris Sears, Co-Founder, The Sears Group.

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Mashvisor

AUGUST 1, 2022

We will give you a detailed walkthrough of Mashvisor’s rental estimate calculator so you can even start using it today. Read on to learn more.

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