Housing Wire

MARCH 29, 2022

Keller Williams and RE/MAX lead the list of the top 50 one-year movers by percentage transaction sides, with Keller Williams — Cunningham Group , based in Santa Monica, California, seeing a 136% increase in sides between 2020 and 2021. Data for the 2022 RealTrends 500 rankings is based on 2021 sales. Top movers is a ranking of the 50 firms in the RealTrends 500 that had the largest percentage increase in closed sides or largest percentage in sales volume between 2020 to 2021.

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Keeping Current Matters

MARCH 29, 2022

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Housing Wire

MARCH 29, 2022

Figure Technologies co-founder and CEO Mike Cagney. Mike Cagney didn’t expect to be releasing a cryptocurrency-backed 30-year fixed-rate mortgage product so soon. The plan was for Figure Technologies to launch such a product only after completing the merger with multichannel mortgage lender Homebridge Financial Services. But Cagney can’t wait: regulatory approval on the Homebridge deal hasn’t occurred yet, and frankly, demand for crypto mortgages is too strong.

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BubbleInfo

MARCH 29, 2022

The prognosticators said prices would soften in 2022, but instead they have ‘reaccelerated’ Now the guessers are expecting the higher mortgage rates to slow down the runaway train – see below. San Diego Non-Seasonally-Adjusted CSI changes Observation Month SD CSI M-o-M chg Y-o-Y chg Jan ’20 264.04 +0.2% +5.1% Feb 265.34 +0.5% +4.6% Mar 269.63 […].

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Housing Wire

MARCH 29, 2022

Origination volume for FHA -insured loans increased by 3% in 2021, growing from $324 billion in 2020 to $332.24 billion, an analysis of Home Mortgage Disclosure Act (HMDA) data by Polygon Research application HMDAVision found. Of the origination volume, retail lenders originated $276.4 billion worth of FHA loans, while wholesale lenders originated $57.64 billion.

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Eye on Housing

MARCH 29, 2022

The construction labor market remains tight, as the industry sees a rising number of job openings year-over-year. The count of open construction jobs remained steady at 381,000 unfilled positions in February. The highest measure in the history of the data series (going back to late 2000) was 416,000 in April 2019.

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Brownstoner

MARCH 29, 2022

The mayor’s new plan to remove homeless encampments throughout the city took effect Monday afternoon as city agencies removed several unhoused people and their belongings from their longtime home under the Brooklyn-Queens Expressway in Williamsburg. The Department of Sanitation, the New York City Police Department, and a homeless outreach team carried… Read More > The post In ‘Burg, Police, Sanitation Toss Beds, Tents in Trash as Homeless Say Group Shelters Are Unsafe appeared fi

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Housing Wire

MARCH 29, 2022

Origination volume in the Veterans Affairs (VA) universe amounted to $388 billion in 2021, an analysis of Home Mortgage Disclosure Act (HMDA) data by Polygon Research application HMDAVision found. This marks a notable dip in originations from 2020, a record-breaking year in which VA lenders pumped out approximately $427 billion in VA loans. The top 10 VA lenders by volume in 2021: Freedom Mortgage Corp.

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Brownstoner

MARCH 29, 2022

This relatively recent condo has some attractive features not commonly found in Brooklyn homes of any vintage: Walls of windows on opposite sides of rooms, three terraces and parking. Penthouse B is on the top floor of a five-story, 21-unit brick building constructed in 2008 at 155 15th Street in… Read More > The post Ringed by Windows and Terraces, Modern Park Slope Penthouse With Parking Asks $1.85 Million appeared first on Brownstoner.

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Housing Wire

MARCH 29, 2022

eXp Realty and Compass lead the top movers by transactions. Different from our top movers by transaction side percentage , this is the actual numeric increase in transaction sides year to year between 2020 and 2021. The 2022 RealTrends 500 rankings top movers by transaction sides is based on 2021 sales data. Top movers is a ranking of the 50 firms in the RealTrends 500 that had the largest increase in closed sides or largest increase in sales volume between 2020 to 2021. eXp Realty had a 116,646

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Sotheby's International Real Estate

MARCH 29, 2022

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The American Genius for Real Estate

MARCH 29, 2022

(BIG DATA) With the rise of WFH and the newfound way of life, people are making big moves. These are the top 50 US cities with new construction homes. The post These 50 US cities have the most new construction homes appeared first on The American Genius Real Estate.

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RIS Media

MARCH 29, 2022

After being excluded from RISMedia’s 34th Annual Power Broker Report for incorporating commercial transaction data in its reported totals for 2021, Compass has since submitted to RISMedia verified residential-only numbers for the year: 2021 residential sales volume: $251,019,336,511. 2021 residential transactions : 224,067. Number of offices: 501. Number of agents: 26,257.

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Brownstoner

MARCH 29, 2022

In the News A Family Is Delighted, and a Bit Surprised, to Move to Downtown Brooklyn [NYT] MTA Convenes ‘Advisory Group’ to Assess Stroller Ban on NYC Buses [amNY]. Maison Jar, a Low Waste Grocery Store, Opening on Leonard [Greenpointers] Greenpoint's Park Deli Moves to New, Nearby Location [Greenpointers]. Trans Visibility Takes… Read More > The post Daily Links: After Pandemic Hiatus, Brooklyn Museum’s First Saturdays Program Set to Return appeared first on Brownstoner.

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RIS Media

MARCH 29, 2022

Over the past year, RISMedia has been stepping up its game to deliver on its promise to serve real estate professionals with the most informative and actionable content in the industry. And today, the company is pleased to announce it has taken this commitment to the next level with the launch of RISMedia Premier , a premium content channel that offers best-in-class journalism, special reports, proprietary data, competitive intelligence and much more.

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Brownstoner

MARCH 29, 2022

This week, a look back at four of our featured listings from six months ago focuses on homes in Bay Ridge, Park Slope and Clinton Hill. How did they fare? First up, tucked away on a private, pedestrian-only street in Bay Ridge, this circa 1926 row house has a garage and… Read More > The post Brooklyn Real Estate Six Months Later: Three Sold, One Still Available appeared first on Brownstoner.

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RIS Media

MARCH 29, 2022

“Welcome to Columbus.” It’s a brand that shouts to residents and visitors alike. Few small cities blend world-class architecture, art and small-town charm quite like Columbus, Indiana. For CENTURY 21 Breeden REALTORS® and our team of 35-plus relentless sales professionals, it’s a thrill to be a legacy brand in Columbus and effect change that catapults the town and our 70-year-old brokerage forward.

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RISMedia

MARCH 29, 2022

By Meghan Belnap If you're a homeowner looking for ways to build wealth and invest in the future, you may want to consider buying a second home. This is possible even if you don't have the cash on hand for these types of investments, as you can purchase a second home or vacation property with […]. The post How to Afford a Second Home or Vacation Property appeared first on RISMedia's Housecall.

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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.

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RIS Media

MARCH 29, 2022

2021 was a challenging year all around, but plenty of real estate professionals stepped up. To commemorate them, we recently announced our more than 300 2022 Real Estate Newsmakers. RISMedia’s Newsmakers are chosen within eight different categories. The Achievers category recognizes those who reached new levels of accomplishment in 2021. “You should continually strive to do better” is the model of an Achiever, and it’s an ethos that guided the honorees to robust growth, prestigious awards and mu

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Realty Biz

MARCH 29, 2022

Realty Biz News Q&A with Sherry Chris. RBN : We recently caught up with Sherry Chris, president and CEO of ERA Real Estate, on the occasion of the brand’s 50 th birthday. Founded on a spirit of innovation, the brand is widely known for its uniquely collaborative culture and deep commitment to community. Sherry, what have been some of the ERA brand’s highlights over the years?

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RIS Media

MARCH 29, 2022

The emergence of social media in our personal and professional lives encompassed a branding term of its own: the aesthetic. To put it casually, it’s the vibe your social media pages convey at a quick glance. In a digital era where quick glances can make the difference between a follow or a skip, creating a unique, personality-driven aesthetic across all social platforms is key.

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Coldwell Banker

MARCH 29, 2022

Coldwell Banker survey reveals that consumers view social media as a key to a good agent. The post Gen Z and Millennials Are Planning to Sell! How Social Media Can Help appeared first on Coldwell Banker Blue Matter.

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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.

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RIS Media

MARCH 29, 2022

Good news is on the horizon for first-time buyers if they can hold off on purchasing a home for just a bit longer. A panel of housing market experts recently polled by Zillow say inventory levels are expected to return to pre-pandemic norms by this time next year, or even sooner possibly. According to the latest Zillow® Home Price Expectations Survey , the dwindling supply of homes for sale has been a key driver of the recent explosion in U.S. home values, which have risen 32% in the past two ye

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Realty Biz

MARCH 29, 2022

A White House task force has presented a plan that it says will root out racial and ethnic bias in home appraisals. The five-step action plan announced by the Property Appraisal and Valuation Equity task force last week is designed to increase accountability and oversight, and includes steps for both home buyers and homeowners to take when they receive a lower-than-expected valuation.

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RIS Media

MARCH 29, 2022

ERA ® Real Estate has announced its Circle of Success Award recipients, recognizing brokerages and affiliated agents for their outstanding accomplishments, commitment to service and professional triumphs. The announcement came during the Fuel 2022 annual conference, held in Nashville, Tennessee. “We are immensely proud of our ERA® affiliated companies and agents who have continued to grow their businesses and achieve great success this past year.

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The Mortgage Report

MARCH 29, 2022

Buying a home with a low down payment can be done in today's fierce market by enhancing your bid and maybe use down payment assistance.

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RIS Media

MARCH 29, 2022

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HomeLight

MARCH 29, 2022

There are a growing number of companies in the U.S. providing all-cash offers to purchase your home. According to the National Association of Realtors®, cash sales accounted for 23% of existing-home sales last year, up from 16% the year before. This increase is in part due to a rise in instant-offer cash options available to home sellers today. This article will not attempt to explain all the different iBuyers , investors or franchisors who buy homes for cash and how they operate.

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RIS Media

MARCH 29, 2022

The number of women in business has increased dramatically, with 114% more women entrepreneurs today than 20 years ago, according to fundera.com. We’re witnessing the glass ceiling being shattered again and again as incredibly powerful women leaders emerge and spread their influence, especially in the world of real estate. Women are natural collaborators.

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Realty Biz

MARCH 29, 2022

ERA ® Real Estate , a global franchising leader within the Realogy family of brands, today announced the affiliation of ERA Venture Real Estate. The company is based in Crossville, Tenn., and serves Eastern Tennessee with a focus on Cumberland County. . Broker/owner Leslie Price started her real estate career in 2015 after retiring from a 24-year career in the commercial risk segment of the insurance industry.

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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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