Housing Wire

DECEMBER 2, 2022

The entire economic landscape, including mortgage rates, has changed this week, starting with the Fed’s talking points on Wednesday. The honey badger labor market is still going strong as we got another solid jobs report Friday, which pushed bond yields higher at first. However, the way the day ended showed that change is coming. We now have a better idea of what the Federal Reserve wants to do with their Fed rate hikes, and we have a lot of data that shows that the economy will look diffe

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Keeping Current Matters

DECEMBER 2, 2022

Some Highlights. As you get ready to sell your house, focus on tasks that make it inviting, show it’s cared for, and boost your curb appeal. This list will help you get started, but don’t forget, a real estate professional will provide other helpful tips based on your specific situation. Connect with a trusted real estate professional for advice on what you may want to do to get your house ready to sell this season.

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DECEMBER 2, 2022

Defying economists’ expectations, job growth remained strong in November. Total nonfarm payroll employment rose by 263,000 jobs from October , according to data released Friday by the Bureau of Labor Statistics. So far this year, monthly job growth has averaged 392,000, down from an average of 562,000 per month in 2021. Even as the number of jobs continued to rise in November, unemployment remained unchanged from a month prior, holding steady at 3.7%, with 6.0 million persons unemployed.

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Maximum Exposure Real Estate

DECEMBER 2, 2022

Preparation For Getting a Home Loan Are you looking at how to get a mortgage? If so, thinking about owning your first place is probably exciting. Buying a house is big deal. How to prepare to get a mortgage is something every buyer should think about well before making a home purchase! One of the […]. The post Tips on How to Get a Home Mortgage Loan appeared first on Maximum Real Estate Exposure.

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Housing Wire

DECEMBER 2, 2022

Mortgage volumes are continuing to drop as interest rates continue to rise. It has resulted in a highly competitive market, and lenders recognize the importance of maintaining existing customers in this challenging market. But today, retaining current customers means understanding their behavior, and without insightful, real-time data, that can become a difficult task.

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Sotheby's International Real Estate

DECEMBER 2, 2022

Highlights from this week’s top news stories on luxury and global real estate, art, collectibles, and home. San Francisco, California | Sotheby’s International Realty – San Franciasco Brokerage. The “grand-scaled” mansion is located on tree-lined street in Presidio Heights. 100-Year-Old San Francisco Home Lists for $11.35 Million – Mansion Global.

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Better Dwelling

DECEMBER 2, 2022

Low rates led to a global real estate boom, now expected to correct as interest costs rise. This week, Oxford Economics warned a sharp global real estate correction is approaching. Rising rates, weak demand, and falling construction prices will take a lot of the froth out of the market. Global Real Estate Prices Expected To […]. The post A Sharp Global Real Estate Correction Is Approaching: Oxford Econ appeared first on Better Dwelling.

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Eye on Housing

DECEMBER 2, 2022

In November, job growth slowed slightly from the previous month but still showed strength despite tight monetary policy. The unemployment rate was unchanged at 3.7% in November as the number of persons in the labor force decreased for the third straight month. Total nonfarm payroll employment increased by 263,000 in November, following a gain of 284,000 in October, as reported.

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First Team Real Estate

DECEMBER 2, 2022

60 Agents in the Temecula Wine Country Join First Team Real Estate. With the recent implosion of Corcoran Global Living, 60 agents in the Temecula Valley with over 400 million in production have decided to join a market leader and mainstay in Southern California, First Team Real Estate. Agents site long term Stability and dedication to agent growth as reasons for the choice.

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Real Trends

DECEMBER 2, 2022

Data intelligence and fintech marketing company Percy , in partnership with RealTrends, recently released a list of the 2022 RealTrends Best Seller Pages , which ranks the top 10 real estate companies’ data-driven seller pages. According to a press release, the companies featured on the list provide the best customer experience using seller pages that deliver best-in-class resources and online tools to help home sellers.

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Lighter Side of Real Estate

DECEMBER 2, 2022

As the saying goes, you shouldn’t judge a book by its cover. But when you’re hiring a real estate agent, it can be easy to base your decision on things that might seem to matter, even though they aren’t always an accurate gauge, since you probably won’t hire an agent more than a couple of times in your life. So let’s take a look at 5 things people often take into consideration when hiring an agent, so you can make a more informed decision the next time you do: 1) The car they drive.

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Real Trends

DECEMBER 2, 2022

One of the highest-paying careers in the world is real estate sales. Yet despite this fact, one of the lowest-paying careers in the world is also real estate sales! Over the past three decades, I have had the opportunity to conduct nearly 1,000 seminars and workshops for real estate agents and brokers across the nation and abroad. During these events, I have the honor of watching people’s eyes light up, beliefs rise and motivations come to life.

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Brownstoner

DECEMBER 2, 2022

Our picks for open houses to check out this weekend are found in Bed Stuy, Midwood, Williamsburg and Marine Park. They range in price from $839,000 to $2.795 million. In the Stuyvesant Heights Historic District, a Beaux-Arts confection overlooking Fulton Park has four units, exquisite details, updated wet rooms with a… Read More > The post A Marine Park Tudor Revival With Garage and Three More to See, Starting at $839K appeared first on Brownstoner.

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Point2Homes

DECEMBER 2, 2022

Home office spaces may be an extension of the working world, but that doesn’t mean they have to be boring or stuffy. There’s a whole world of fantastic office accessories, furniture and supplies allowing you to create a space that reflects your personality and work style. Here are some ideas for crafting the perfect home office decor that will help you stay focused, inspired and productive : Be Organized.

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Realtor.com

DECEMBER 2, 2022

Photos by @_havensent_ / @makemyhomepretty / @ maddiegdesigns via Instagram More than any other room in the home, the bathroom is a place where homeowners can let their design imagination run wild. It’s a space to try out new trends, experiment with bold colors, and embrace unique architectural details. Guests appreciate a powder room adorned in a fashion-forward wallpaper or a statement tile.

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HomeLight

DECEMBER 2, 2022

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Realtor.com

DECEMBER 2, 2022

Getty Images If you’re feeling the financial crunch right now, you’re not alone. Ever since inflation reached a record high of 9.1% this past summer (the highest it’s been in 40 years), life has started to feel pretty unaffordable. Add the double-whammy of increased energy prices and the oncoming holiday season, and it’s gearing up to be an expensive end to 2022.

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Bigger Pockets

DECEMBER 2, 2022

Off-market real estate deals can give investors like you HUGE discounts on what would be expensive investment properties. Either due to the property condition or the state of the seller, […].

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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.

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Realtor.com

DECEMBER 2, 2022

Realtor.com If you’re a fan of architect Frank Lloyd Wright , you might be frustrated by the scarcity of his iconic works. At the moment, there is only one Wright-designed home available in the country. Located in Central California, it’s listed for $4,250,000. But if you’re interested in a home built by one of Wright’s students, you’re in luck.

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McKissock

DECEMBER 2, 2022

There are many reasons people choose to launch a career in real estate appraisal—including the potential to earn a high income, opportunity to work flexible hours, and low start-up costs compared to other small businesses, to name a few. Are you interested in starting an appraisal career? Or perhaps you’re a licensed appraisal trainee eager to upgrade your license and advance your career as quickly as possible?

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Realtor.com

DECEMBER 2, 2022

Getty Images / Realtor.com Mark Wahlberg ‘s 30,500-square-foot megamansion in Beverly Hills, CA , has returned to the market with a fresh $79,500,000 price tag. The Richard Landry –designed home initially went up for sale in April for the eye-watering price of $87,500,000. Now, Compass’ celebrity real estate agent Carl Gambino has joined the sales team and the price has been reduced by $8 million.

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Realty Biz

DECEMBER 2, 2022

Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate LLC announced today the affiliation of Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Historic based in Thomasville, Ga. The firm is owned and operated by Will Palmer, a native of Thomasville, Ga, who also oversees a real estate company in Santa Rosa Beach, Fla. Launching the brokerage with the Better Homes and Gardens ® Real Estate brand, Palmer can build a full-service firm where agents will have access to proprietary avenues for lead generation, technology resources

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Real Trends

DECEMBER 2, 2022

Signing a contract when representing sellers and listing a property are second nature to all real estate professionals. An agent would never list a property without a contract, right? So, why do so few agents require a buyer representation agreement? It’s not standard practice because it can be a difficult conversation to have with buyers. In a November session at the National Association of Realtors NXT Conference in Orlando, Adorna Carroll, president of Dynamic Directions , who trains re

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Realty Biz

DECEMBER 2, 2022

ERA Real Estate , a global franchising leader within the Anywhere SM portfolio of brands, announced today the affiliation of ERA Realty All Over in Harvey, La., a suburb of New Orleans located just south of the Mississippi River. . The firm is led by owner Brittny McKay. After a career in banking, Brittny earned her real estate license in 2013 and launched her firm, Brittny McKay Real Estate, in 2017.

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Realtor.com

DECEMBER 2, 2022

Realtor.com If you’ve ever wondered how much a reality-show home makeover adds to a property’s value—especially one by HGTV royalty Chip and Joanna Gaines —check out this sweet little cottage in Waco, TX. It’s now listed for $339,900, more than three times what a single mom snagged it for back in 2013. She paid around $89,900 for the 1,814-square-foot abode for the Gaineses’ “Fixer Upper” show on HGTV.

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Brownstoner

DECEMBER 2, 2022

If a relaxing holiday escape is in the cards, you can step back in time and get some seasonal inspiration at one of New York's many historic sites. We've rounded up five houses outside of Brooklyn that have festively decked their period rooms and are offering special tours and programs.… Read More > The post 5 Historic Houses Shimmering With Holiday Decor to Visit This Season appeared first on Brownstoner.

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RISMedia

DECEMBER 2, 2022

By Kyla Stewart When winter arrives, people all over the country reach for their thermostats to turn on the heat. Your furnace will keep your home warm and comfortable all year long, and makes surviving those cold winter days a little bit easier. However, there is a chance you are making some mistakes when it […]. The post Heating Mistakes You May Be Making in Your Home appeared first on RISMedia's Housecall.

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Brownstoner

DECEMBER 2, 2022

A true force in preserving Brooklyn’s Victorian Flatbush, and the matriarch not just of her family but of a neighborhood, Mary Kay Gallagher passed away at her home in Prospect Park South on Thursday, November 24, just over a month shy of her 103rd birthday. Despite being a well-known name in… Read More > The post Mary Kay Gallagher Remembered as ‘Queen’ of Prospect Park South, Protector of Victorian Homes appeared first on Brownstoner.

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Realtor.com

DECEMBER 2, 2022

Realtor.com A tiny, loft-style home once owned by the Pennsylvania Railroad in York Haven, PA, is this week’s most popular listing on Realtor.com®. The historic, brick-front railroad depot has since been converted into a cozy single-family home. With just 722 square feet, the one-bedroom house sits on a generous 2.5-acre lot. Other digs that drew your clicks include a Grecian-inspired castle in Nebraska, an affordable log cabin in New Hampshire, and a concrete fortress in Illinois.

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Brownstoner

DECEMBER 2, 2022

In the News Bidding on a Brooklyn Brownstone With a Baby. Which Did They Buy? [NYT] New York Police Name a Chief Who Has Faced Internal Discipline [NYT] Inspired by Brooklyn, an Urban Painter’s Fantastic Floral Visions [NYT] Christmas Tree Vendor Alarms Businesses in Brooklyn Heights [Eagle] Subway Surfer in Brooklyn Killed After Falling Off… Read More > The post Daily Links: Truly Affordable Development Opens in Brownsville With 160 Apartments appeared first on Brownstoner.

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