Housing Wire

JUNE 13, 2025

The cost of owning a home in the U.S. has jumped sharply in recent years, reaching an average of more than $1,700 per month in 2023 — a 17% increase since 2020 — according to an analysis by First American senior economist Sam Williamson. Using the most recent U.S. Census Bureau data, Williamson found that all homeowners — whether they have a mortgage or not — are seeing more of their income eaten up by the rising costs of taxes, utilities, insurance and monthly mortgage payments.

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Redfin

JUNE 13, 2025

Taxes might not be the most exciting part of homeownership, but understanding them is essential — especially when the terms can get confusing. “Real estate tax” and “property tax” are often used interchangeably, but they don’t always mean the same thing. Whether you’re budgeting for a townhouse in Sacramento, CA , or preparing to buy a cabin near Asheville, NC , knowing the difference can help you avoid surprises and make smarter financial decisions.

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Housing Wire

JUNE 13, 2025

The Jills Zeder Group , a powerhouse in luxury real estate, has once again clinched the No. 1 spot in the 2025 RealTrends Verified rankings for large teams by sales volume — marking their fifth consecutive year at the top. With $1.85 billion in closed sales volume — more than double totals from the No. 2 large team — the Miami -based collective of eight agents continues to set the bar for success in high-end residential real estate.

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Redfin

JUNE 13, 2025

Key takeaways: A CLUE report is a record of a property’s insurance claims history. Both buyers and sellers can benefit from understanding a CLUE report. Reviewing a CLUE report can help avoid potential issues and surprises during a real estate transaction. Whether you’re looking to list your home for sale in Omaha , or you’d like more information on the home you’re planning to buy in Nashville , understanding a CLUE report is crucial for both home buyers and sellers.

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Speaker: Jady West, VP of Hospitality & Chris Bennett, Head of Sales & Engineering

The modern hotel room is no longer just a place to stay—it’s an experience to remember. Today’s guests expect seamless 5G connectivity, personalized comfort, and high-tech convenience. From AI-powered smart room controls to in-room entertainment and app-based services, technology is redefining hospitality from the inside out. In this new session featuring industry pros Jady West and Chris Bennett, we’ll explore how high-speed, high-bandwidth connectivity powers the innovations that are enabling

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Housing Wire

JUNE 13, 2025

Mortgage veteran Glenn Stearns is taking a different approach with his latest venture. Kind Lending , a national wholesale mortgage lender and his second brainchild, is built on lean operations and a focus on efficiency — a contrast with his first company, Stearns Lending, which filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in 2019. “This is not our first rodeo,” Stearns said in an interview with HousingWire.

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Housing Wire

JUNE 13, 2025

The non-QM space has long provided a valuable path for foreign nationals and global investors to purchase property in the United States. While these borrowers may follow a less traditional route, they play an essential role in the diversity and strength of the housing market. Even more importantly, non-QM serves international investors and domestic borrowers with unconventional portfolios.

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Redfin

JUNE 13, 2025

Second-time homebuyers face a different set of challenges than they did the first time around—and often, a lot more pressure. Even with experience under your belt, buying and selling at the same time can feel like a balancing act. In this Redfin article, we’ll walk you through what’s different as a second-time homebuyer, how to prep your finances, and what strategies ease the transition—whether you’re upgrading in Flagstaff, AZ , downsizing, or just making a change in Fort Worth, TX.

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Housing Wire

JUNE 13, 2025

Welcome back to Tech Pulse — a new weekly series rounding up the latest in technology , including tools, integrations and trends impacting mortgage and real estate. Here’s what happened this week: UWM’s Jason Bressler challenges the fear-driven narrative around AI in mortgage lending At HousingWire’s The Gathering, United Wholesale Mortgage Chief Technology Offficer Jason Bressler challenged fears about AI in lending, calling it a tool for empowerment — not replacement.

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The Living Room

JUNE 13, 2025

Understanding the Key Players in Your Home Buying Journey Buying a home involves several key players, each with a unique role. In this blog post, I’ll walk you through the major roles in a real estate transaction, what they do, and how they help ensure a smooth process. Whether you’re a first-time buyer or an experienced investor, understanding these roles will give you the confidence to navigate your home buying journey.

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Seattle Times Real Estate

JUNE 13, 2025

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Real Estate News

JUNE 13, 2025

Skip to Content Agents Brokerages MLS/Assn Tech Industry By the Numbers Consumer Shutterstock Industry Startup aims to bring assumable mortgages to the masses Could a new market emerge around homebuyers taking over a seller’s existing low interest rate loan? One proptech veteran thinks so. AJ LaTrace June 13, 2025 4 mins Key points: RetroRate formally launched this month in 10 states, including California, Texas, Florida and North Carolina.

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Housing Wire

JUNE 13, 2025

Homeownership in many of America’s largest cities now demands a six-figure salary to sustain a comfortable lifestyle — with some regions requiring more than $300,000 annually. A new analysis by GOBankingRates ranked the top 50 U.S. cities by the income necessary to afford a comfortable standard of living, using factors such as average home prices , rents and other cost-of-living benchmarks.

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RIS Media

JUNE 13, 2025

May listings data released this past week from Homes.com reveals the inventory of homes for sale in the U.S. rose for the fifth-consecutive month, approaching pre-pandemic levels. Preliminary data from the mega-portal shows homes available for sale in the U.S. increased by 17.2% year-over-year in May to more than 1.02 million homes, the highest levels… The post Inventory Rose for Fifth-Straight Month: Homes.com appeared first on RISMedia.

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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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BAM Media

JUNE 13, 2025

Let’s be honest: real estate doesn’t happen behind a desk. Most agents spend their days running from one appointment to the next, taking calls between showings, and recording content in their car (hopefully not while driving). That’s why mobile AI tools aren’t a luxury anymore; they’re the key to staying sharp, responsive, and ahead of the game while you’re in motion, whether you’re at an open house, in line at your favorite caffeine stop, or stuck in traffic between listings.

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Eye on Housing

JUNE 13, 2025

The market value of household real estate assets fell from $48.1 trillion to $47.9 trillion in the first quarter of 2025, according to the most recent release of U.S. Federal Reserve Z.1 Financial Accounts. The value of household real estate assets declined for three consecutive quarters after peaking at $48.8 trillion in the second quarter.

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Marco Santarelli

JUNE 13, 2025

Looking to snag the best mortgage rate possible? As of today, June 13, 2025, the states with the cheapest 30-year new purchase mortgage rates are New York, Colorado, California, Connecticut, Washington, D.C., Massachusetts, and Washington , where average rates range from 6.73% to 6.80%. But remember, this is just a snapshot, and securing the best rate for you requires a bit more digging.

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Calculated Risk Real Estate

JUNE 13, 2025

From housing economist Tom Lawler: Based on publicly-available local realtor/MLS reports released across the country through today, I project that existing home sales as estimated by the National Association of Realtors ran at a s easonally adjusted annual rate of 4.03 million in May , up 0.75% from April’s preliminary pace and down 0.74%% from last May’s seasonally adjusted pace.

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Bigger Pockets

JUNE 13, 2025

How do you buy a rental property in 2025 that actually performs—one that generates cash flow, mitigates market risk, and puts you on a sustainable path toward financial freedom?

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The Mortgage Report

JUNE 13, 2025

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Seattle Times Real Estate

JUNE 13, 2025

The Washington state attorney general on Friday sued a large-scale property management firm for allegedly misrepresenting apartment conditions and rental costs.

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Inman

JUNE 13, 2025

Tune in to Inman Access as Alyssa Stalker of Epique Realty teaches you to turn your real estate website into an intentional marketing tool.

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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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Housing Wire

JUNE 13, 2025

While the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) under President Joe Biden proposed a transition from a tri-merge to a bi-merge credit report system, the Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA) is now assessing the feasibility of moving to a single credit report for mortgage underwriting. Bob Broeksmit, president and CEO of the MBA, wrote in a blog post on Friday that the trade group has “begun studying the feasibility” of such a move.

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Inman

JUNE 13, 2025

Real estate affinity groups and inclusion leaders told Inman that by shifting potential liability away from local and state Realtor groups, brokerages will now be expected to rule on certain ethics complaints.

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Marco Santarelli

JUNE 13, 2025

As of June 13, 2025, mortgage rates have shown fluctuations, with the average 30-year fixed mortgage rate currently remaining at 6.88% , which marks a substantial decrease of 11 basis points from last week's average of 6.99%. The national average for the 15-year fixed mortgage has risen slightly to 5.96%, while the 5-year adjustable-rate mortgage (ARM) rate has decreased to 7.17%.

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Inman

JUNE 13, 2025

The Minnesota-based RE/MAX Results has acquired the Chippewa Valley-based RE/MAX Affiliates to help strengthen their combined forces in the region, with a total of more than 50 agents.

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Sotheby's International Real Estate

JUNE 13, 2025

Homes in the News Kent, Connecticut | William Pitt Sotheby’s International Realty Robb Report The Best Real Estate of the Year, From Merv Griffin’s Estate to a Wyoming Ranch A curated list of standout properties includes a Mediterranean villa on California’s Loon Point, a historic manor in Oxfordshire, and a fly-fishing ranch in Wyoming. These homes exemplify luxury, architectural distinction, and unique lifestyle offerings across diverse settings.

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Luxury Real Estate Blog

JUNE 13, 2025

Discover Moreland Walk – East Atlanta’s Modern Gem Welcome to Moreland Walk, a boutique condominium community ideally located at 1155 Custer Ave SE, Atlanta, GA 30316, in the heart of vibrant East Atlanta. Built in 2021 by Royal Oak, this 30-unit development blends sleek, modern architecture with thoughtful, open-concept layouts. Featuring 1- and 2-bedroom condos, these homes are designed for today’s lifestyle—offering flexible living spaces, large private balconies, and upscale finishes throu

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Inman

JUNE 13, 2025

Put effort into the before, during and after of the listing appointment to position the property and generate additional leads from the process, Nick Schlekeway writes.

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