Inman

JUNE 1, 2023

Leads are the lifeblood of any successful real estate business. Here are 40 ways to generate leads that are working right now from Jimmy Burgess. Choose a few, and get started today.

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Housing Wire

JUNE 1, 2023

Connecticut-based lender and servicer Planet Home Lending has acquired the assets of Illinois-based retail lender Platinum Home Mortgage Corporation. The financial terms of the transaction have not been disclosed. With the acquisition, Planet will inherit the majority of Platinum’s origination staff and branches throughout the country. The deal also expands Planet’s footprint in the Midwest, Northwest and West Coast markets.

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Inman

JUNE 1, 2023

Doctorow oversaw the company as its revenues and site traffic rose to record highs, the company said. But as with the rest of the industry, Move has shown signs of a slowdown.

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Housing Wire

JUNE 1, 2023

Six federal agencies have requested comment from the public on a newly-proposed rule that is designed to “ensure the credibility and integrity of models used in real estate valuations.” The proposed rule would also implement quality control standards that govern the use of automated valuation models (AVMs) used by mortgage originators and secondary market issuers in valuing real estate collateral securing mortgage loans.

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Keeping Current Matters

JUNE 1, 2023

Buying and owning your home can make a big difference in your life by bringing you joy and a sense of belonging.

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Housing Wire

JUNE 1, 2023

The California State Senate passed a bill this week that would permit the construction of affordable housing units on land owned by faith-based institutions and nonprofit colleges, even if local zoning ordinances and laws would normally prevent construction. The bill, introduced last December by Sen. Scott Wiener (D-San Francisco), is designed to reduce barriers faced by nonprofit organizations, churches, synagogues and mosques for constructing multifamily housing units on their properties.

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Housing Wire

JUNE 1, 2023

Mortgage rates jumped last week amid a debt ceiling impasse and expectations of another federal funds rate hike. However, rates have started to reverse course over the last few days, following news of a debt agreement and an expectation that the Federal Reserve may pause hikes. On the fiscal side, President Joe Biden and House Speaker Kevin McCarthy struck a deal on Saturday to suspend the $31.4 trillion U.S. debt limit until January 2025 and cap government spending.

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Inman

JUNE 1, 2023

Watch the latest Inman Access classes to learn from industry experts on how to elevate your lead gen and conversion, along with what the future of proptech will mean for the real estate industry.

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Housing Wire

JUNE 1, 2023

Brena Nath, Director of HW+ and Events TO QUOTE BON JOVI, “Whoa, we’re halfway there!” The last six months in the housing market were tough. 2023 has been a year that started off with some renewed optimism thanks to an uptick in housing activity but quickly took a turn as events, like the collapse of Silicon Valley Bank, threw a wrench into a lot of forecasts for the year.

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Inman

JUNE 1, 2023

Zillow's latest housing survey revealed overwhelming support for accessory dwelling units, duplexes, triplexes and other dense-housing complexes as housing costs have doubled from pre-pandemic levels.

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Housing Wire

JUNE 1, 2023

More than 32 million single-family homes and 1 million multi-family properties across the country are now at risk of damages from hurricane-force winds, with a combined total reconstruction cost of $11.6 trillion. And, the risk related to these types of damages has only intensified in recent years due to the effects of climate change, particularly for properties with coastal exposure, according to the 2023 Hurricane Risk Report from CoreLogic , released on Thursday.

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Inman

JUNE 1, 2023

As community life and face-to-face interactions become more rare, door-knocking as a lead generation and nurturing tool becomes even more powerful. California agent Ernesto Vargas offers his best how-to advice for developing a door-knocking habit.

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Housing Wire

JUNE 1, 2023

The private-label and agency mortgage-backed securities (MBS) markets , the primary sources of liquidity for many mortgage lenders, are taking a beating so far this year. That dour performance mirrors what’s happening in the primary mortgage market — where origination volume is down drastically year to date in 2023. There’s no sugar-coating that stark takeaway, several industry observers said.

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Inman

JUNE 1, 2023

In the past week, a growing chorus of public figures — from Elon Musk and Ross Perot Jr. to Barbara Corcoran and Dave Burt — have escalated their rhetoric around a looming "real estate recession.

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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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Housing Wire

JUNE 1, 2023

Tracey Velt, senior director of data and content It’s official, there’s a new sheriff in town and his name is Glenn Sanford, founder of eXp Holdings and CEO of eXp Realty. The firm moved from number three to number one by transaction sides in the 2023 RealTrends 500 rankings, based on 2022 data. Compass, headed by CEO Robert Reffkin, took the top spot this year by sales volume.

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Inman

JUNE 1, 2023

Whether you're a brand-new agent or a veteran who's shifting gears, Livian's Erin McCormick Torres shares how to hit the ground running when you join a new team.

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Housing Wire

JUNE 1, 2023

Are you ready to roll up your sleeves and get to work? We’ve heard a main goal for you this year is growing your market share, but fair warning, it’s not going to happen without some serious intentionality and strategizing. At HousingWire Annual this year, Jon Lyons , executive vice president of marketing at Class Valuation , is joining our speaker line-up.

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Inman

JUNE 1, 2023

The new lawsuit claims that a host of big-name real estate companies, as well as various landlords, refused to accept Section 8 vouchers for lower-income renters.

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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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Housing Wire

JUNE 1, 2023

The Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) officially implemented an updated pricing framework for Loan-Level Price Adjustments (LLPAs) in May to improve homeownership prospects for first-time homebuyers with lower income and weaker credit scores. It’s a simple goal, but as is often the case in U.S. housing policy, it is being executed in a very complicated manner.

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Sotheby's International Real Estate

JUNE 1, 2023

Despina Laou – Greece Sotheby’s International Realty The term al fresco translates to “in the cool”, or “in the open air,” and it’s a fitting description for the joys of eating outdoors. Dining amid a fresh, fragrant breeze and brilliant afternoon sun is one of the best ways to enjoy a multi-course meal, celebrate with drinks, and savor dessert well into the evening.

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RIS Media

JUNE 1, 2023

While viewing property listings online from the comfort of your home is easy, it only provides so much information. You’ll have to visit to understand if a home is what you are looking for. Open houses allow potential buyers to visit and look around different properties. These often take place on weekends, and anyone can… The post How to Help Clients Find Open Houses In the Area appeared first on RISMedia.

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Inman

JUNE 1, 2023

They may have fame and money, but celebrities have to go through the painful process of house hunting just like the rest of us, Bennifer's homebuying journey shows.

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RIS Media

JUNE 1, 2023

Of all the changes wrought by the pandemic, remote work seems to be the one with the most staying power. As both workers and companies discover that many jobs are easily accomplished from home, the need for office infrastructure—whether that is a second-floor cubicle on Main Street or a corporate megaplex outfitted with massage chairs… The post Are Corporate Megaplex Reversals Spilling Into Residential?

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Inman

JUNE 1, 2023

Tech stacks can be a challenge and the cost of keeping up with new technology can be a burden, RAMUS Real Estate broker-owner Erica Ramus writes in response to our inaugural proptech poll.

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RIS Media

JUNE 1, 2023

Editor’s Note: The Playbook is an RISMedia bi-weekly segment centering on what brokers and agents are doing to ensure they not only survive but thrive in these challenging times. Industry professionals explain the strategies they’re employing and unique ideas they’ve formulated. Tune in every other Thursday for another addition to the series. These days, with… The post THE PLAYBOOK: Winning Strategies for Database and CRM Utilization appeared first on RISMedia.

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Inman

JUNE 1, 2023

Overall home purchases dropped 41%, suggesting investors have pulled back from the market more than consumers during a period of high rates and volatile home prices, according to Redfin.

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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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RIS Media

JUNE 1, 2023

To say that lawmakers are coming down to the wire with their debt-ceiling deal would be an obvious understatement, but at least folks can take some solace in the fact that an agreement to avert a catastrophic default is making progress. Lawmakers approved legislation that would suspend the federal government’s $31.4 trillion debt ceiling mere… The post Debt-Ceiling Deal Gains Traction as Disastrous Default Looms appeared first on RISMedia.

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Inman

JUNE 1, 2023

The former rivals are now jointly providing cash offers to consumers in a total of 16 markets, most of them spread out across the Sunbelt.

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Bigger Pockets

JUNE 1, 2023

Pet insurance probably isn’t a top priority for you right now. Your budget might have health, car, and home insurance, but pet insurance? Is it really worth the cost?

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Inman

JUNE 1, 2023

These real estate brokers say they're building a disruptive brokerage based on their bullish belief in their Oregon market.

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Speaker: Ari Capogeannis, Director - Revenue Marketing at NVIDIA and Bill Pappa, Sales and Marketing Leader at Ai Media Group

Building strong personal and professional relationships with clients is a critical success factor. Sales professionals who focus on relationship building generate more leads and raise their brand awareness. Because this can take time, having regular engagements can help you cultivate these relationships more efficiently. The most effective way to accomplish this is through direct hyper-personalized touchpoints.

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