Housing Wire
SEPTEMBER 29, 2020
The S&P CoreLogic Case-Shiller index of home prices in 20 U.S. cities gained 3.9% in July from a year ago, the biggest advance since 2018, as rock-bottom mortgage rates made it possible for people to bid higher for properties. The increase was bigger than the 3.5% advance in the prior month, and it was the largest annual gain since December 2018.
Keeping Current Matters
SEPTEMBER 29, 2020
As shelter-in-place orders were implemented earlier this year, many questioned what the shutdown would mean to the real estate market. Specifically, there was concern about home values. After years of rising home prices, would 2020 be the year this appreciation trend would come to a screeching halt? Even worse, would home values begin to depreciate ?
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Housing Wire
SEPTEMBER 29, 2020
Consumer confidence, a key measure in gauging whether people are willing to make big-ticket purchases like homes , surged the most in more than 17 years during September, surpassing the expectations of economists. The gauge rose to 101.8, the highest level since the start of the pandemic, from August’s upwardly revised 86.3, the Conference Board said on Tuesday.
Realty Biz
SEPTEMBER 29, 2020
Reasons To Buy A Home In The Fall. The fall season is usually full of major changes. Many young people return to school, football season begins in full swing and the overall climate makes a change with cooler temperatures and vibrant colors. Over the last few years, the fall season has also become a popular time to sell a home. While spring still remains the most popular season for selling a home, there are plenty of reasons to try and buy a property in the Autumn of the year.
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Housing Wire
SEPTEMBER 29, 2020
As the Fed pulls out all the stops to stimulate economic activity, mortgage rates have reached record lows. In light of rampant uncertainty and economic hardship, homeowners are leaping at the opportunity to save thousands in annual payments , and the refi market is booming. This sounds like great news for lenders, for whom millions of newly refi-eligible mortgages means a lot of new business coming in.
Better Dwelling
SEPTEMBER 29, 2020
Canadians love mortgage debt, and most households consider it low risk. However, they might love it a little too much. Mortgage debt has seen astronomical growth over the past couple of decades. This is often attributed to large economic growth, however the mortgage debt to GDP ratio shows that might be a fib. Canadian mortgage […]. The post Canadian Mortgage Debt Passes 80% of GDP For The First Time appeared first on Better Dwelling.
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Homes.com
SEPTEMBER 29, 2020
Stephen and David St. Russell, self-taught renovation and fixer-upper experts, are sharing their advice for homebuyers who are looking to explore buying a home that needs some extra TLC. The post So You Want to Buy a Fixer-Upper: Here’s What You Need to Know appeared first on Homes.com.
Housing Wire
SEPTEMBER 29, 2020
Consumer attitudes have changed significantly since the onset of the pandemic, and companies that are dealing with outdated perspectives — anything before March — are going to find it hard to connect. That’s why we’ve invited Mike Eshelman, head of consumer finance at Jornaya , to speak at our HousingWire Annual event on Oct. 8. By understanding consumers’ most critical behaviors, mortgage professionals can strategize when and how consumers need them – not just in an era of volatility, b
Eye on Housing
SEPTEMBER 29, 2020
National home prices continued to increase at a modest pace in July. While Los Angeles posted the strongest annual growth rate among the 19 metro areas, New York experienced a home price decline. The S&P CoreLogic Case-Shiller U.S. National Home Price Index, reported by S&P Dow Jones Indices, rose at a seasonally adjusted annual growth rate of 4.7% in July, Read More › The post Home Price Appreciation Continues in July first appeared on Eye On Housing.
Housing Wire
SEPTEMBER 29, 2020
Taken from the September issue of HousingWire Magazine, Arturo is an artificial intelligence property analytics company looking to improve decision making. The company launched in 2018 and has already expanded to the U.S., Canada, Australia and New Zealand, with expansion plans in progress for the U.K. The post Startup profile: Arturo appeared first on HousingWire.
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REM Online
SEPTEMBER 29, 2020
The following content may have been republished here without the author's permission. The original post can be found at the following URL: Christopher Alexander: A decline in real estate prices is unlikely. Please visit REMonline.com for more content like this, and contact web@remonline.com to inform us of any unauthorized reproduction. The strength of the Canadian real estate market has continued to prove itself time and time again during the pandemic.
Afford Anything
SEPTEMBER 29, 2020
It’s September! I’m on round two of what I’ve dubbed my September Sabbatical, otherwise known as my yearly time to take a one-month recess from podcast production. Throughout September, we’re airing some of the most insightful, inspiring interviews from the archives. You’ll hear from experts discussing topics like habits, happiness, focus, digital minimalism, classic financial lessons and easy-to-make financial mistakes.
Realty Biz
SEPTEMBER 29, 2020
The best thing about remote work is that we no longer have to deal with stressful commutes to and from the office, according to a new survey of 8,500 workers carried out by FlexJobs, which provides remote working resources. Traffic jams are far less common. The survey authors say that the stress of commuting to and from work was a big deal for around 20% of respondents, who faced traveling for up to three hours each day.
Realtor.com
SEPTEMBER 29, 2020
realtor.com It’s difficult to know the “dune house” even exists if you’re not looking for it. But that’s what makes it so enticing. From the street, all you see are two staircases, two concealed doors, and grass. “It’s kind of built like the natural shape of an oceanfront dune,” says listing agent Jan Shields. The two units on Beach Avenue in Atlantic Beach, FL, must have the same owner, but they can be independently occupied, Shields explains.
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The Mortgage Report
SEPTEMBER 29, 2020
Today’s mortgage and refinance rates Average mortgage rates inched lower yesterday. That was the fifth business day running on which rates have fallen — albeit minutely. And conventional loans today […].
GeekEstate
SEPTEMBER 29, 2020
[ Originally published on Medium ]. Tech savvy Real Estate agents have leveraged existing technologies that have been around for years, sometimes for decades, to elevate their clients showing success even before our COVID-19 era. The COVID-19 pandemic has urged agents to pivot and adjust. Finding the most productive ways to deliver outstanding client success in Real Estate by excelling at virtual showings is no longer a must-have business skill reserved only to the top-producing 1% of all agents
Brownstoner
SEPTEMBER 29, 2020
It has been slowly crumbling for years. With broken windows, a boarded-up front door at the top of a once-grand stoop, and a trash-strewn yard, the 1860s Italianate across from Fort Greene Park gives up few clues as to whether any tantalizing remnants linger on the interior. Walking gingerly through… Read More > The post The Decaying Splendor of a Fort Greene Manse appeared first on Brownstoner.
Eye on Housing
SEPTEMBER 29, 2020
After hitting a 6-year low last month, consumer confidence bounced back in September, as consumers were more upbeat on outlook for economy and the job market. The Consumer Confidence Index, reported by the Conference Board, rose 15.5 points from 86.3 to 101.8 in September, the highest level since March 2020 and the largest monthly gain since April 2003.
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
SEPTEMBER 29, 2020
This story was originally published on September 29 by THE CITY. Sign up here to get the latest stories from THE CITY delivered to you each morning. By Greg B. Smith. The city Board of Elections sent absentee ballots to some Brooklyn voters with return envelopes bearing strangers’ names and addresses,… Read More > The post Voters Across Brooklyn Get Absentee Ballot Return Envelopes With Wrong Name and Address appeared first on Brownstoner.
The Mortgage Report
SEPTEMBER 29, 2020
It's possible to buy a house with a 600 credit score, as long as you meet other mortgage requirements. Learn about 600 credit score home loans here.
RIS Media
SEPTEMBER 29, 2020
In July, home prices increased 4.8 percent YoY, up from 4.3 percent in the previous month, according to the most recent S&P CoreLogic /Case-Shiller Indices. Year-over-year, the 10-City Composite increased 3.3 percent, up from 2.8 percent in the previous month. The 20-City Composite increased 3.9 percent YoY, up from the previous month’s 3.5 percent gain.
App Folio
SEPTEMBER 29, 2020
From managing dispersed teams and overseeing day-to-day operations, to keeping homeowners and board members happy , being a community association management executive comes with a lot of responsibilities. But what does it take to be a truly effective leader? What can you do to help others in your business rise the ranks? How can you continue to evolve and grow yourself?
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.
RIS Media
SEPTEMBER 29, 2020
NAR PULSE—The best way for your agents to stay safe is to be ready for anything. Tell your agents about the SentriKey® Real Estate app with its unique Agent Safety Feature that provides an automatic way to alert select contacts in case of an unexpected or potentially dangerous situation. Members Can Now Enroll in NAR Academy. NAR Academy is an exclusive partnership between the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR) and Columbia College.
Brownstoner
SEPTEMBER 29, 2020
A new vegan eatery has landed in Fort Greene. The Broccoli Bar, which started as a Vermont-based food truck, has taken over the corner space at 690 Fulton Street. "It is our mission to change the world by sharing plant-based foods that are more delicious, nourishing and sustainable, while showcasing… Read More > The post Vegan Eatery The Broccoli Bar to Open on Fulton Street in Fort Greene appeared first on Brownstoner.
Point2Homes
SEPTEMBER 29, 2020
Image: Africa Studio / Shutterstock.com. Most people believe that the size of their house, its location and the floorplan are the most important factors of their house, but this isn’t actually true. Rather, a home’s style is of utmost importance. In fact, if you’re living in a home that has been decorated in the wrong style or, worse, has no style at all, nothing else matters.
RIS Media
SEPTEMBER 29, 2020
The coronavirus pandemic has caused buyers to flood the markets. Mortgage interest rates are at historic lows, driving increased activity and a shortage of inventory nationwide. But what about mortgage refinancing to take advantage of low rates? According to a new report from Zillow, homeowners who haven’t refinanced “could be tossing thousands of dollars out the window.” Zillow provides the following scenario: A typical monthly mortgage payment in the U.S. is $951 before taxes
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Realtor.com
SEPTEMBER 29, 2020
Lowe's Halloween is going to look quite a bit different this year. The coronavirus pandemic has put the kibosh on costume parades and door-to-door candy hunts in many communities across the nation. In fact, according to the latest research from Morning Consult, 47% of families will be canceling their usual holiday parties altogether this season, and that includes Halloween celebrations.
RIS Media
SEPTEMBER 29, 2020
The biggest problem for home sales today remains a lack of inventory. So, how do we keep the bounce-back from COVID-19 going into Q4? We need more listings! To create more listings, we need to get homeowners off the sidelines. The problem is that homeowners are nervous to make a move for the same reason everyone else is: a lack of inventory. It’s a catch-22, but there’s a new, innovative bridge solution for brokerages available through zavvie that’s designed to help agents get
Waterfront Properties
SEPTEMBER 29, 2020
Today, Tuesday, September 29th is National Coffee Day and is the perfect time to try all the new seasonal coffees showing up on coffee shops menu’s around the area. In honor of National Coffee Day, here are some coffee specials and deals going on today to celebrate. Dunkin’: Free medium hot or iced coffee with any purchase Starbucks: Use the Starbucks app and order a beverage (grande or larger) and your account will be gifted a free drink.
CT Homes
SEPTEMBER 29, 2020
Losing out on a home you’ve offered on SUCKS. Walking the property, imagining the move, picturing the space as your own…… all to have another buyer swoop in and submit a better offer. No more! Landing your dream home is now about timing, contract structure and submitting the strongest offer possible as soon as you can. With inventory at record lows, competition is as intense as ever and it is CRITICAL that that your offer stands out from the crowd.
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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