Real Trends
FEBRUARY 28, 2023
We are two months into 2023 and even while Altos has been reporting surprisingly resilient home-buying activity, there is not nearly enough demand to change the view that home prices will be flat to slightly down for the year nationally. As the pricing data for 2023 becomes more mature, it shows how quickly last year’s prices will catch up with this year’s.
Housing Wire
FEBRUARY 28, 2023
The 2022 housing market was largely characterized by the swift slowdown in demand caused by rapidly rising mortgage rates. However, even as existing home sales fell 17.8% year over year in 2022, according to data from the National Association of Realtors , home prices still managed to rise 5.8% for the year as a whole, according to the S&P CoreLogic Case-Shiller National Home Price Index , released Tuesday.
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Keeping Current Matters
FEBRUARY 28, 2023
After steadily falling over the winter, mortgage rates have started to rise in recent weeks. This is concerning to some potential homebuyers as the combination of higher mortgage rates and higher prices have made homes less affordable. So, if you’re planning to purchase a home this year, you too may be wondering if now’s the right time to buy or if you should hold off on your search until rates come back down.
Housing Wire
FEBRUARY 28, 2023
Digital mortgage lender and nonbank home loan provider Better.com has launched “Equity Unlocker,” a mortgage innovation that allows employees to pledge vested stock equity as collateral for a down payment without selling their stock. “At Better, our mission is to make homeownership cheaper, faster and easier for all Americans,” Better CEO and founder Vishal Garg said.
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Real Estate News
FEBRUARY 28, 2023
Mortgage provider Better unveiled Equity Unlocker, which allows Amazon employees to pledge company stock toward a home purchase.
Housing Wire
FEBRUARY 28, 2023
Independent mortgage lender New American Funding (NAF) has partnered with hyper-local news platform Patch to become its exclusive mortgage provider, the company announced on Tuesday. Through this partnership, NAF will be featured in Patch’s weekly newsletters in more than 1,200 communities nationwide, and the mortgage and real estate verticals on Patch’s community websites. “This partnership will put our company in front of millions of people, giving us a great opportunity to e
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Housing Wire
FEBRUARY 28, 2023
In its Q4 earnings statement on Tuesday, mortgage technology giant Black Knight remained tight-lipped regarding the Politico report that the U.S. Federal Trade Commission (FTC) will block its potential merger with Intercontinental Exchange Inc. The call instead focused on its slimmer organic growth in 2022 amid operational challenges for its clients, which stemmed from high interest rates.
Real Estate News
FEBRUARY 28, 2023
Revenue was $1.1 billion, down 31% compared to Q4 2021, but cost-cutting measures may be stemming the tide of losses.
Housing Wire
FEBRUARY 28, 2023
Gathering of Eagles kicks off on June 18. It will be here before you know it! As the conference quickly approaches, so does the deadline to lock in the exclusive room rate for Omni Barton Creek in Austin, Texas. Take advantage of staying on the property and being close to all the conference sessions and networking events by locking in the Gathering of Eagles room price of $279/night before the block closes on May 18, 2023.
Inman
FEBRUARY 28, 2023
New data from John Burns and Redfin shows that investor activity slowed toward the end of 2022 but still accounted for about a quarter of home sales. That's up from about 11 percent in 2001.
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Housing Wire
FEBRUARY 28, 2023
Virginia-based mortgage bank Prosperity Home Mortgage, LLC has acquired the assets of Arizona-based JFQ Lending, LLC to explore the direct-to-consumer channel. “Prosperity has been looking to add a direct-to-consumer business line for some time,” Justin Messer , president and CEO of Prosperity, said in a statement. “By adding JFQ’s technology stack, proven sales process, and seasoned leadership team, Prosperity is well positioned to execute its goal of becoming a significant force in the consume
Real Estate News
FEBRUARY 28, 2023
The Washington-based real estate giant missed revenue estimates in Q4 but increased agent count to more than 86,000.
Housing Wire
FEBRUARY 28, 2023
Just two weeks after announcing the sudden retirement of longtime executive Jay Farner , Rocket Companies reported a fat financial loss in the fourth quarter of 2022, its largest ever. And things aren’t getting any easier in a depressed originations environment. The Detroit-headquartered lender suffered a $197 million non-GAAP net income loss in the fourth quarter, on the back of a $166 million loss in the third quarter, when the company also lost the title as America’s largest mor
Inman
FEBRUARY 28, 2023
Through Better's Equity Unlocker program, borrowers pay a higher interest rate and Better can seize pledged shares if homeowners default or try to sell their stock before paying off their mortgages.
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Housing Wire
FEBRUARY 28, 2023
HousingWire recently spoke with Adam Carmel, founder and CEO of Polly, about the benefit of vendor options in a historically gridlocked tech ecosystem. HousingWire: Like most industries, the mortgage industry has historically had key, dominant players that lenders must work with in order to remain operational. Have you seen that pattern shift over the past year, or do you see that shifting in the future?
Inman
FEBRUARY 28, 2023
Former Keller Williams CEO John Davis says he wants his claims decided through a public trial rather than arbitration. KW says Davis's claims are "unsubstantiated, unwarranted, and disparaging.
Realty Biz
FEBRUARY 28, 2023
Knocking out a wall is one of the biggest interior home renovations to be concerned about. This can open up and transform a space. However, there is a lot you need to pay attention to before you start using the sledgehammer. Moving a wall is not as simple as it sounds. Let’s take a look at what you need to know before knocking out a wall. You may find that this project is more difficult than it sounds.
Inman
FEBRUARY 28, 2023
As "motivator and chief encourager" of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices, Budnick said she's bullish about the upcoming year. Agents who get down to business will thrive, she added.
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.
Sotheby's International Real Estate
FEBRUARY 28, 2023
In the early years of the 20th century, appealing tree-lined streets with grand Edwardian- and Tudor-style estates of San Francisco’s prestigious Presidio Heights enclave attracted an array of local notable families. Today, popular boutiques, trend-setting restaurants, and the Presidio’s alluring greenery, trails, golf, picnic areas, and beachfront augment the appeal.
Inman
FEBRUARY 28, 2023
In a market where listings are still scarce, a mid-career agent is having difficulties. What can the broker do for an agent in this position, who is completely strapped for cash?
BubbleInfo
FEBRUARY 28, 2023
Our new listing across from Tide Beach Park in Solana Beach has fully-approved plans to build a spectacular Mark-Morris-designed California Modern Contemporary – or just enjoy your beach cottage! Mark designed the La Jolla house we sold last summer at 365 Marine Street – this plan has similar qualities!
Inman
FEBRUARY 28, 2023
Home price growth fell 5.8 percent annually in December, down from a 7.6 percent gain a month earlier, the latest S&P CoreLogic Case-Shiller Index shows. The FHFA also recorded a chill in appreciation.
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.
BubbleInfo
FEBRUARY 28, 2023
The local index is 11% lower than its peak in May. The beauty about this market is that buyers don’t have to fight with the decision to buy now or wait. Because the inventory of quality homes is so thin, having to wait is baked in.
Inman
FEBRUARY 28, 2023
Having tough conversations about real estate can be difficult when the news isn’t ideal — but remember that your clients are asking you because they trust you and your expertise. By being prepared for these conversations, you are serving them when they need you most.
Realty Biz
FEBRUARY 28, 2023
Are you looking for a deal on your next home? A HUD house could be the answer. While 4.8 million households receive housing assistance from HUD annually, HUD houses are available to anybody with the funds to purchase one. Department of Housing and urban development Yes, we know. It can be somewhat confusing to understand. HUD housing is a program offered by the Department of HUD or Housing and Urban Development.
Inman
FEBRUARY 28, 2023
In a Q4 earnings report Tuesday, Compass announced that between October and December of last year, it brought in $1.11 billion in revenue, down from $1.6 billion during the same period in 2021.
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Realty Biz
FEBRUARY 28, 2023
A home guarantee's inclusions and exclusions will help you choose the right plan for your house's maintenance and repairs. House warranties cover what exactly? Depending on the terms of your policy, it may or may not pay for major home appliances such as dishwashers and washing machines. However, it's essential to remember that many house insurance providers have extensive fine print.
Inman
FEBRUARY 28, 2023
Analysts gave Zillow an "overweight" rating, which means they expect Zillow to outperform peer companies. The report also sets Zillow's share price target at $48 by December of this year.
Broke Agent Media
FEBRUARY 28, 2023
Today’s episode of The Real Word started with news that, understandably, is making agents nervous. Lawsuits in real estate are on the rise in 2023. Byron Lazine and Nicole White weigh in on why lawsuits against real estate agents have become more prevalent—and what agents can do to make them far less likely. One of those things, of course, is to have real and honest conversations about market conditions, including which quarter of the year actually is a good time to be a home buyer.
Inman
FEBRUARY 28, 2023
Agents shared the biggest "green flags" they find in good leaders and skills associated with emotional intelligence dominated responses. When leaders exhibit these qualities, team members are more likely to feel engaged, motivated and valued, leading to better overall team performance and satisfaction.
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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