BAM Media
MAY 7, 2025
If youre an agent trying to scale, or an overly ambitious new one, chances are youve said this recently: I just need better systems. I get it, Ive been there. But now I am here to tell you that perfecting your systems is not a plan. Stop Hiding Behind I Need Better Systems In reality, that phrase is a delay tactic. Its a safety blanket. It feels productive, but really, it keeps you stuck.
RIS Media
MAY 7, 2025
Between an inventory shortage and high costs, residential real estate has been a sellers market across recent memory. However, the latest market survey from Bright MLS (which covers the mid-Atlantic United States) suggests that 2025 might finally tip the scales over to a buyers market. Authored by Bright MLS Chief Economist Dr. Lisa Sturtevant, this… The post 2025 Looks More Like a Buyer-Friendly Market, Bright MLS Finds appeared first on RISMedia.
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Marco Santarelli
MAY 7, 2025
If you're a homeowner keeping a close eye on interest rates, you're probably wondering which states are offering the most appealing deals to refinance your mortgage right now. As of Tuesday, May 07, 2025 , data from Zillow indicates that homeowners in California, New York, Florida, Colorado, Texas, North Carolina, Oregon, and Tennessee are seeing the lowest average rates for a 30-year mortgage refinance, falling between 6.88% and 7.08%.
RIS Media
MAY 7, 2025
A combination of economic and employment news last week that sent mortgage rates back to some lower rates we saw in April led to a bump in home purchase applications this week. According to the latest Weekly Mortgage Applications Survey from the Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA) for the week ending May 2, the Market Composite… The post Dip in Rates Last Week Sees Mortgage Applications Rebound appeared first on RISMedia.
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BAM Media
MAY 7, 2025
More than half of todays home sellers have seriously considered cutting out the agent, and many feel they have strong reasons for doing so. Because in a market where speed and simplicity feel urgent, many believe they can get a fast cash offer and move on. But heres the problem: many of those same sellers walk away with regrets. The fast path often means leaving tens of thousands on the table, navigating the process alone, or realizing too late that what they really needed was expert guidance.
RIS Media
MAY 7, 2025
Michigan MLS Realcomp has announced a strategic partnership with SkySlope, a digital transaction management company. This collaboration will provide 15,000 real estate professionals in Michigan with free access to SkySlope Forms real estate forms designed to accelerate the form-filling process. SkySlope Forms is designed to simplify and add flexibility to every aspect of the real… The post Realcomp Announces Partnership With SkySlope appeared first on RISMedia.
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RIS Media
MAY 7, 2025
Spring and summer are wonderful times to think about your curb appeal. If you are in the middle of revamping your yard, don’t forget to choose items that will look great all year round. These tips and tricks will guarantee a colorful yard in the warmer months and beyond. Choose Colorful Foliage For a yard… The post Tips and Tricks for a Colorful Yard appeared first on RISMedia.
HomeLight
MAY 7, 2025
5 of the top We Buy Houses companies in Dunedin and why you might want to sell your home to a house-buying company.
RIS Media
MAY 7, 2025
Life can get chaotic, and your home can get unkempt as a result. Whether your household was facing a sickness, your schedule got too busy or you simply got off-track when it comes to daily chores, finding a good way to reset and get back to neutral can feel like an overwhelming task. Tackle your… The post 5 Steps to a Cleaning Reset for Your Home appeared first on RISMedia.
Mandrona Group
MAY 7, 2025
Looking for home buying assistance in WA? Learn about loans, grants, programs & strategies that make Seattle homeownership more affordable. Start here!
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.
RIS Media
MAY 7, 2025
Summer break can be a time of excitement and memory-making for families. However, without proper planning, it can also lead to boredom, frustration or missed opportunities. This summer, dont let the season pass your family by without accomplishing all that you want to experience with your family. Sign Up for Summer Camps Early Summer camp… The post 5 Summer Break Prep Tips for Families appeared first on RISMedia.
HomeLight
MAY 7, 2025
Selling your home in Kansas? You might have some questions about real estate transfer taxes in Kansas. Transfer taxes are fees that the state, county, or city imposes when property ownership is transferred from one party to another. These taxes can vary widely depending on where you’re located and the specifics of the property sale. This guide will examine how transfer taxes work in Kansas, giving you insight into what to expect in the Sunflower State.
RIS Media
MAY 7, 2025
Finding your landscaping style requires matching the looks you like to your daily needs for your outdoor space. Thankfully, there are easy ways to meet your needs. These landscaping priorities and respective aesthetic types can help you find your ideal style direction. Define Your Landscaping Priorities Understanding your priorities when it comes to landscaping will… The post How to Find Your Garden and Landscaping Style appeared first on RISMedia.
HomeLight
MAY 7, 2025
5 of the top We Buy Houses companies in Nassau, NY, and why you might want to sell your home to a house-buying company.
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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.
Redfin
MAY 7, 2025
Lighting is something we use every day, but the right lighting choices can quickly take a space from average to ambiance. Whether youre glamming up your Los Angeles rental , decorating your home in Seattle , or elevating the vibe in a New York apartment , you should definitely implement this design trick every interior expert knows: a technique called layered lighting.
Keeping Current Matters
MAY 7, 2025
As you think ahead to your own move, you may have noticed some houses sell within days, while others linger.
RIS Media
MAY 7, 2025
The Redfin and Rocket $1.7 billion acquisition, expected to close in the next two quarters, just had more drama added to the potential power shift in the portal wars. Redfin investor Bruce Miller is suing the company, along with its board, in New York state court, alleging that Redfin misled investors by omitting financial details… The post Redfin Under Fire: Investor Sues Over Rocket Acquisition appeared first on RISMedia.
Brownstoner
MAY 7, 2025
This isn't an apartment with grand proportions, but it does have an efficient layout and some prewar details. A one-bedroom on an elevated first floor, it has wood floors, picture rails, a bit of closet space, and reasonable monthly maintenance. The building, 683 41st Street, was constructed by the Riverview Homes… Read More > The post Sunset Park One-Bedroom With Wood Floors, Park View Asks $400K appeared first on Brownstoner.
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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.
Marco Santarelli
MAY 7, 2025
On May 7, 2025, the Federal Reserve decided to keep the key interest rate unchanged , maintaining it within the target range of 4.25% to 4.5%. This decision, while seemingly straightforward, sends ripples throughout our financial world, impacting everything from the cost of borrowing for a new car to the potential for businesses to expand and create jobs.
RIS Media
MAY 7, 2025
Tammy Randlesbroker/owner of Realty Executives SELAwas recently named as a Crusader in RISMedias 2025 class of Real Estate Newsmakers. She was recognized for her work combating homelessness in the greater New Orleans area, working to build education on all sides of transactions and creating more paths to affordable housing. In this entry of our Newsmaker… The post Newsmakers Spotlight: Tammy Randles on Combating Homelessness and Creating Affordability appeared first on RISMedia.
Brownstoner
MAY 7, 2025
Looking to reduce your energy costs while helping the environment? On Tuesday, May 13, join Brownstoner and Brooklyn SolarWorks Ryan O'Hara for a free webinar on how New York City homeowners and co-op board members can make the switch to solar power. With more than seven years of experience guiding New… Read More > The post RSVP Now for Webinar: Learn How to Make Your NYC Building Go Solar appeared first on Brownstoner.
RIS Media
MAY 7, 2025
Dont miss your chance to honor a real estate rookie! RISMedias popular Real Estate Rookie of the Year contest is accepting nominations for 2025, so get yours in today! The deadline to nominate is tomorrow May 8, 2025. Nominate a Rookie! The 2025 Rookie of the Year award, designed to honor real estate professionals who… The post Dont Miss Your Chance to Nominate RISMedias 2025 Rookie of the Year appeared first on RISMedia.
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.
Brownstoner
MAY 7, 2025
Brownstoner: What are you seeing right now in the real estate market in Brooklyn and what is your outlook for the rest of 2025? Are you feeling any impact from the November election? Alexander Maroni Douglas Elliman One of the trends that I'm very aware of is there's still a big premium for… Read More > The post Tariffs, Volatility, Turnkey Properties: What’s Happening With Real Estate Now appeared first on Brownstoner.
RIS Media
MAY 7, 2025
In a Q1 2025 earnings report May 6, Opendoor Technologies Inc., an e-commerce platform for residential real estate transactions, reported revenue of $1.2 billion, down 2% versus Q1 2024 and up 6% versus Q4 2024; with 2,946 total homes sold, down 4% versus Q1 2024 and up 4% versus Q4 2024. Weve spent the last… The post Whats Down Is Up: Opendoor Q1 Trims Recent Earnings and Revenue Losses appeared first on RISMedia.
Brownstoner
MAY 7, 2025
In the News Marine Terminal Presentations Upcoming in Red Hook [Eagle] Hot Dog Eating Contest Growing in Greenpoint [Eagle] Flower Bed Stuy Celebrates 15 Years of Civic Pride [BP] Peoples Ball Celebrates Style for All at Library [BP] Rite Aid Closing All New York Stores [amNY] Tariffs Threaten Small Businesses in Brooklyn [BK Reader] Greenpoints Big Night… Read More > The post Daily Links: City Eyes Razing Fort Greene Offices for Skyscraper Under New Rules appeared first on Brownstoner
RIS Media
MAY 7, 2025
Above, Leo Pareja eXps first quarter earnings call reeled in on what most of the industry is focused on right now: Zillows take on Clear Cooperation and private listings, AI and a potential recession. Focusing on the Clear Cooperation Policy (CCP), eXp Realty CEO Leo Pareja emphasized eXps consumer-first commitment. We believe that delayed marketing… The post eXp Focused on International Growth, Agent Momentum and AI appeared first on RISMedia.
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.
Calculated Risk Real Estate
MAY 7, 2025
This is the first look at several early reporting local markets in April. I’m tracking over 40 local housing markets in the US. Some of the 40 markets are states, and some are metropolitan areas. I’ll update these tables throughout the month as additional data is released. Closed sales in April were mostly for contracts signed in February and March when 30-year mortgage rates averaged 6.84% and 6.65%, respectively (Freddie Mac PMMS).
HomeLight
MAY 7, 2025
If youre selling a home in Contra Costa County, you might have questions about transfer taxes. Is there even a Contra Costa County transfer tax? This post will serve as a quick guide to explain what transfer taxes are, who is responsible for them, and what you can expect to pay when selling or buying a home in Contra Costa County. Connect with a Top Agent to Help Maximize Value Even rockstar agents can’t make your tax liability disappear, but HomeLight data shows that the top 5% of agents
Marco Santarelli
MAY 7, 2025
Ever feel like the dream of owning your own place is slipping further away, like trying to grab smoke? You're not alone. Right now, a big cloud of doubt hangs over the housing market, and it's making a lot of folks think twice about taking the plunge into homeownership. In fact, the prevailing housing market perceptions the way people see what's happening with house prices, interest rates, and the overall economy are significantly dampening homebuying intentions.
RIS Media
MAY 7, 2025
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In the rapidly changing real estate landscape, achieving profitability requires a strategic approach beyond traditional methods. Our guide, "The 4 Pillars to Brokerage Profitability," outlines four essential pillars for scaling your real estate business: a seamless lead-to-close technology ecosystem, tailored integrated solutions for teams and agents, value-added success services and community support, and consumer-centric operations throughout the full homeownership lifecycle.
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