Housing Wire
APRIL 14, 2021
The push to further digitize the mortgage process gained added traction amid the COVID-19 pandemic, with lockdowns forcing the mortgage industry to adopt new technologies it has otherwise been slow to embrace. Remote Online Notarizations form part of that digital transformation, naturally. However, the role RON will play in the end-to-end digital mortgage process is somewhat overblown.
Keeping Current Matters
APRIL 14, 2021
A recent Survey of Consumer Finances study released by the Federal Reserve reveals the net worth of homeowners is forty times greater than that of renters. If you’re wondering if homeownership is a good investment, the study clearly answers that question, and the answer is yes. Do Americans believe a home is a better investment than stocks? In a post on the Liberty Street Economics blog, the Federal Reserve Bank of New York notes that 93.3% of Americans believe buying a home is definitely or pro
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Housing Wire
APRIL 14, 2021
Non-QM lender Sprout Mortgage has brought on Infosys ‘s chief information officer and global director of real estate finance solutions, Henry Santos , as its own CIO and executive vice president, the company announced Tuesday. Santos had served at Infosys for two years before his latest appointment, and previously served as the North American lending executive for IBM.
Realty Biz
APRIL 14, 2021
Considerations When Renting a Room in Someone’s House. Are you considering renting a room in someone’s house? You are not alone as sharing space in a home has become more popular. Owning a home can be expensive. That’s why many people are opting to rent a room in their home so they can help cut down housing costs. Some owners have found themselves in a financial squeeze that has forced them to do things they otherwise would not.
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Housing Wire
APRIL 14, 2021
Homeowners are spending money to battle the effects of weather and climate change on their properties, a new Redfin survey showed, with some allocating more than $5,000 to protect against events like extreme temperatures and flooding. Approximately 60% of 1,200 surveyed homeowners said they have invested in making their homes more resilient to at least one weather-related risk, with more than 36% spending $5,000 or more.
Better Dwelling
APRIL 14, 2021
Canadian real estate prices are now beyond frothy, and the government says that’s fine. They believe they can prevent home prices from falling, and let incomes catch up. If you’re in government or banking, you may have already seen me explain how impossible this is. If you haven’t, this is known as the “soft landing” […].
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Lighter Side of Real Estate
APRIL 14, 2021
There’s no denying that the real estate market has had its ups and downs over the past year. But how are buyers and sellers feeling about the market today? In March, the Fannie Mae Home Purchase Sentiment Index (HPSI) was 81.7, up 5.2 points from February—which means more consumers are feeling optimistic about the real estate market. According to the HPSI: 61 percent of consumers surveyed said that now was a good time to sell (up from 55 percent in February). 53 percent of consumers surveyed sai
Housing Wire
APRIL 14, 2021
When COVID-19 first rocked the U.S. economy in March 2020, mortgage lenders had to be nimble in a variety of areas. Mortgage interest rates hit record lows and origination volume surged. At the same time, a number of individuals were facing job losses. This meant that lenders were having to adapt the method in which they evaluated borrower income while simultaneously handling an influx in refinance and purchase demand.
Better Dwelling
APRIL 14, 2021
North American lumber prices are soaring, sending homebuilding costs higher with it. The good news is, relief may be just around the corner. BMO Capital Markets updated its Benchmark Western Spruce-Pine-Fir (SPF) lumber forecast for April. The bank sees lumber prices dropping in the second half of the year. By 2022, they expect lumber prices […].
Fancy Pants Homes
APRIL 14, 2021
Not many houses have their own Wikipedia page. But then again, few residences have owners with a net worth greater than the GDP of over 100 countries. Once the richest man in the world, the Microsoft co-founder is now #4 on the list of wealthiest people, surpassed only by Elon Musk, Jeff Bezos , and French LVMH founder, Bernard Arnault. Bill Gates’ net worth is a mind-boggling $130 billion, though in recent years he’s stepped aside from most of his business endeavors to run the Bill
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Realtor.com
APRIL 14, 2021
Getty Images Think you’ve got a black thumb, and no amount of gardening advice can help keep your plants from meeting untimely demises? We’re here to say that growing flowers and veggies is definitely an art, but it’s one you can learn fast with a few shortcuts—aka gardening hacks. Here are some of the best gardening tricks of the trade approved by experts who say they really work.
Fancy Pants Homes
APRIL 14, 2021
Not many houses have their own Wikipedia page. But then again, few residences have owners with a net worth greater than the GDP of over 100 countries. Once the richest man in the world, the Microsoft co-founder is now #4 on the list of wealthiest people, surpassed only by Elon Musk, Jeff Bezos , and French LVMH founder, Bernard Arnault. Bill Gates’ net worth is a mind-boggling $130 billion, though in recent years he’s stepped aside from most of his business endeavors to run the Bill
BubbleInfo
APRIL 14, 2021
While it feels like the inventory-less frenzy, there have been enough houses coming to market to set a new record for the number of 1Q sales: NSDCC Sales, First Quarter Year New Listings Closed Sales, 1Q Median Sales Price Median DOM 2012 479 230 $811,750 76 2013 1,290 422 $842,950 39 2014 1,234 576 $1,008,750 […].
Eye on Housing
APRIL 14, 2021
Over the first two months of 2021, the total number of single-family permits issued year-to-date (YTD) nationwide reached 164,901. On a year-over-year (YoY) basis, this is a 16.6% increase over the February 2020 level of 141,467. Year-to-date ending in February, single-family permits showed increases in all four regions. The relatively more affordable Midwest reported the strongest increase of 24.0%, followed.
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Jason Fox
APRIL 14, 2021
How to Build a Real Estate Marketing Campaign Step-by-Step. How to Build a Real Estate Marketing Campaign Step-by-Step Step #1: Set Your Goals Step #2: Define Your Audience Define Your Target Market Understand Your Audience Step #3: Create a “Lead Magnet” Identify a Content Topic Figure Out the Best Way to Present Your Content Step #4: Build a Marketing List Choose Your Amplification Platform.
Realty Biz
APRIL 14, 2021
Real estate investment can be a smart move if you’re doing it right. For instance, real estate can become a passive source of income to keep you afloat in case you lose your job or decide to change companies. In addition, it can also be a nice way to retire without worrying too much about money. . However, many people stay away from such an investment because they think it requires time and money for a property to start generating income.
Realtor.com
APRIL 14, 2021
Getty Images Even during the COVID-19 pandemic, people want—and need—to buy homes. The housing market has been red-hot for a while, but the current market conditions make buying more of a challenge than ever. “There is a shortage of houses in many markets. This is creating bidding wars, offers over asking, and appraisal gaps—houses are going quickly,” says Shanon Schinkel , branch manager and mortgage lender at Homebridge Financial Services.
The Mortgage Report
APRIL 14, 2021
Today’s mortgage and refinance rates Average mortgage rates edged lower again yesterday. And that means we haven’t seen a rise since the end of March. Mortgage-backed securities (the bonds that […].
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.
RIS Media
APRIL 14, 2021
The National Association of Hispanic Real Estate Professionals (NAHREP) recently held its 2021 National Convention. The three-day event wraps up today, after hosting numerous industry practitioners who provided comprehensive insights regarding the Hispanic community’s homeownership needs and trends. On April 13, NAHREP kicked things off with an opening general session—”The Latino Factor: The Key to Homeownership Growth in America”—featuring the following speakers: – Moder
The Mortgage Report
APRIL 14, 2021
Today’s mortgage and refinance rates Average mortgage rates edged lower again yesterday. And that means we haven’t seen a rise since the end of March. Mortgage-backed securities (the bonds that […].
Maximum Exposure Real Estate
APRIL 14, 2021
How to Compare Local Self-Storage Facilities and Pricing Are you looking to find self-storage nearby? Maybe you are planning for an imminent move? Storage units near me is a heavily searched term and with good reason. When you are prepping to move to a new home, it can be helpful to know where you can […]. The post Storage Units Near Me Including Pricing and Video appeared first on Massachusetts Real Estate Exposure.
Brownstoner
APRIL 14, 2021
Back on the market with new photos, some slight design changes and a price drop, this Italianate brick home in Gowanus still has its contemporary style on display. Renovated and decorated by the designer couple of Merrill Lyons of Lyons Design Studio and Charles Brill of Rich Brilliant Willing lighting,… Read More > The post Chic Gowanus Row House With Sleek Finishes, Marble Mantels Asks $3.095 Million appeared first on Brownstoner.
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.
Point2Homes
APRIL 14, 2021
Image: Syda Productions / Shutterstock.com. Now that we’re at home most of the time, it seems like there are a lot more chores to be done. Whether it’s all the dishes that go along with eating three meals a day at home or the clutter that accumulates when your office, school and gym are in the house, it feels like we’re always doing housework. And all that work can get a little dull and repetitive.
Waterfront Properties
APRIL 14, 2021
Here are three wildlife sanctuaries you can visit in Palm Beach County. The Busch Wildlife Sanctuary, 2500 Park Drive in Jupiter is a great place to visit. Here, there are nature trails where you may spot deer. The enclosed sanctuary areas contain otters, alligators, turkeys, turtles, panthers, bald eagles and more. The sanctuary also rehabilitates wild animals and cares for those that have injuries too severe to be reintroduced back into the wild.
The Mortgage Report
APRIL 14, 2021
An FHA construction loan lets you buy land, build a house, and finance a mortgage — all with one loan. But the process and requirements can be complicated.
RIS Media
APRIL 14, 2021
(TNS)—Chip and Joanna Gaines are taking over another building in downtown Waco, this time to house a new headquarters for their expanding Magnolia lifestyle brand. Magnolia told city officials last week that it will move into The Waco Tribune-Herald building at 900 Franklin Ave., just a few blocks from the company’s Magnolia at the Silos shopping district, the city’s biggest tourist attraction.
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The Mortgage Report
APRIL 14, 2021
An FHA construction loan lets you buy land, build a house, and finance a mortgage — all with one loan. But the process and requirements can be complicated.
RIS Media
APRIL 14, 2021
Long-Lasting Relationships Are Built on These Key Areas of Management Engagement. Real estate agents affiliate with companies, brokers and managers—either because that is where they will have the best opportunity for success or because that is where they feel most comfortable. Oftentimes, it is for both reasons. But sometimes, agents leave companies or offices for similar reasons.
Waterfront Properties
APRIL 14, 2021
Fresh outdoor dining is one of the things that makes living in Palm Beach County so fun and you can find some of the best of it at Guanabana’s in Jupiter. All seating is “al fresco” and in a tropical tiki-themed waterfront venue. Sitting directly on the Intracoastal Waterway enjoy everything from fresh seafood to awesome live music. Guanabanas, 960 North Highway A1A, Jupiter is truly a taste of paradise.
RIS Media
APRIL 14, 2021
The journey to leadership for women in the real estate business has been both daunting and deeply fulfilling. In an industry historically dominated by men among the higher ranks, women have had to overcome unique hurdles and persistent stereotypes in order to secure their seat at the proverbial table. The topic was candidly discussed during RISMedia’s recent “ Spring Into Action ” virtual event, co-presented by the National Association of REALTORS?
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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