Housing Wire

MARCH 12, 2021

Real Estate Exchange (REX) filed an antitrust lawsuit Tuesday in federal court against Zillow , accusing the company of anticompetitive behavior related to showing certain homes on its platform. Trulia and the National Association of Realtors are also named in the suit. REX, an Austin-based real estate startup, said Zillow’s new listing layout, which includes tabs entitled “agent listings” and “other listings,” positions its listings in a “recessed obscured, a

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Keeping Current Matters

MARCH 12, 2021

Some Highlights. With so few houses for sale today, it’s important to be prepared when you’re ready to buy a home. Meeting with your lender early, knowing your must-haves and nice-to-haves, preparing for a bidding war, and keeping your emotions in check are all ways to gain confidence in the homebuying process. If you’re looking for an expert guide to help you navigate today’s lightning-fast housing market, connect with your local real estate professional today.

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Housing Wire

MARCH 12, 2021

Millennials are a significant part of the housing market boom as first-time homebuyers. Reports show 63% of millennial home shoppers plan to purchase a home because of their new remote work status. If you’re interested in becoming a first-time homebuyer, there are some things you need to know. As you start the real estate process, saving for a down payment—often while paying off debt in tandem—can feel like a big hurdle.

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Better Dwelling

MARCH 12, 2021

Montreal is the next Manhattan. Or maybe Winnipeg. Sorry, it’s definitely St. Johns. Wait… what’s happening? Real estate prices are rising pretty much across the country. Canadian real estate prices are showing the highest level of price synchronization in years. This is when markets, regardless of location, begin to show similar levels of price growth. […].

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Housing Wire

MARCH 12, 2021

Under former Director Richard Cordray, the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau took frequent action against companies who had violated its Unfair, Deceptive, and Abusive Acts and Practices standards. But many in the financial services industry complained that the standards were ambiguous and requested clarification from the bureau. In January of 2020, then-Director Kathy Kraninger provided that clarity, announcing that the bureau was changing its approach to enforcing its standards and limiting

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Realtor.com

MARCH 12, 2021

Four Seasons Sunrooms & Windows After a long winter of quarantine—and the shift to daylight saving time mere days away—it’s safe to say we’re all done— done! —with being cooped up indoors. But as eager as you may be to enjoy those extra hours of sun on your patio, it might be just a little too cold right now. And even when it does warm up, there are other issues: Mosquitoes!

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Maximum Exposure Real Estate

MARCH 12, 2021

The Best Packing Tips When Moving Do you know how to pack your house for a move? Would you like some packing tips for moving? No doubt there is a lot of advice online for this subject. No one ever said moving was easy. Packing a house is one of the most challenging parts of […]. The post Packing Tips For Moving: How to Pack Your House For A Move (Video) appeared first on Massachusetts Real Estate Exposure.

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Housing Wire

MARCH 12, 2021

Ask a roomful of accomplished business leaders the secrets to their success, and faces will light up as they tell you about the mentors who gave them confidence, the role models who showed them how it was done, the sponsors who opened doors and the coaches who helped keep their drive alive. Mentorship can be a tremendously important aspect of a successful career; its positive impacts on the growth and development of professional women — particularly emerging leaders — can be immeasurable.

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The Mortgage Report

MARCH 12, 2021

Today’s mortgage and refinance rates Average mortgage rates edged lower yesterday. Such falls are always welcome. But recently they’ve been outweighed by mostly small rises. Still, these rates are a […].

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Realtor.com

MARCH 12, 2021

Getty Images It’s that time of year again. Daylight saving time takes effect on Sunday, which means we’ll set our clocks forward and lose a precious hour of sleep that night. For those of us who already feel like there aren’t enough hours in the day, the thought of losing time might sound stressful. But there is a silver lining to springing forward.

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Lighter Side of Real Estate

MARCH 12, 2021

As we transitioned into the new year, low mortgage rates and low inventory drove up real estate prices in markets across the country. But exactly how much did home values increase at the start of 2021? According to the most recent CoreLogic Home Price Insights report , in January, home prices in the US were up 10 percent year over year. That means if you purchase a home for $350,000 in January 2020, by January 2021, that home would have increased in value by $35,000—bringing your home value to $

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Realty Biz

MARCH 12, 2021

Builders are experiencing problems in procuring appliances for their new homes amid a COVID-19 pandemic-linked surge in demand for the products. The high demand of household appliances is due to a sharp uptick in home remodeling projects, which have suddenly become very popular as people are forced to spend more time at home. In addition, new homes are selling faster too, and now builders are facing shortages of products such as washers and dryers, refrigerators and other appliances.

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Sotheby's International Real Estate

MARCH 12, 2021

Highlights from this week’s top news stories on luxury and global real estate, art, collectibles, and home. Novara, Italy | Angela Pedrozo, Italy Sotheby’s International Realty . The home has a castle-like wing with a turreted tower that dates to the late 18th century. The living areas have frescoed walls, soaring ceilings and marble mosaic-tile floors.

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Realty Biz

MARCH 12, 2021

With the beginning of the year 2021, many people have high hopes for a better and more prosperous housing market through the US. Knowing how the market evolves in certain areas could open new doors for investment opportunities. Cities experiencing slow and steady growth in the past year will most likely maintain this trend. On the other hand, some areas might have experienced a surge in home sales and prices due to the pandemic, and it is unlikely that this trend will continue after things settl

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BubbleInfo

MARCH 12, 2021

Everyone says that inventory is low because potential sellers don’t want people in their house during covid……but that’s not stopping the buyers! The showing counts are rising quickly and more people are looking – maybe more than ever for early March: The competition among buyers is increasing daily, yet the number of homes coming on […].

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RIS Media

MARCH 12, 2021

Sherry Chris , president and CEO of Realogy Expansion Brands leads the strategic growth of ERA Real Estate, Better Homes and Gardens® Real Estate and Climb Real Estate. Chris was recently inducted into RISMedia’s 2021 Real Estate Newsmakers Hall of Fame. RISMedia’s Real Estate Newsmakers is a yearly campaign that awards those who have shown ingenuity and who have accomplished incredible success within the real estate industry.

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BubbleInfo

MARCH 12, 2021

To say it’s the Wild Wild West out here is putting it lightly, and how realtors handle multiple offers is the primary reason. There isn’t a standard way to handle a bidding war – and heck, we don’t even agree on what is confidential, and what isn’t. Here is the variety of opinions from a […].

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The Mortgage Report

MARCH 12, 2021

Can you buy a house with no credit? Often, the answer is 'yes,' if you know which type of loan to use. Here's how to get approved with no credit score.

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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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Maximum Exposure Real Estate

MARCH 12, 2021

What is an Acre of Land? Over the years, while working as a real estate agent, one of the more common questions I’ve received is how much is an acre of land. Sometimes the person asking is wondering how large is an acre in terms of square feet, and other times they want to know […]. The post How Much is an Acre of Land appeared first on Massachusetts Real Estate Exposure.

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Brownstoner

MARCH 12, 2021

A coalition of community groups conducted a two-year air quality study in Williamsburg that found levels of pollution higher than the state’s monitors, according to the environmentalists behind the effort. “With the state monitors, the first issue is that there are not enough … It’s not nearly enough to capture… Read More > The post Williamsburg Air Quality Study Points to Pollution Hot Spots on Southside appeared first on Brownstoner.

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Realtor.com

MARCH 12, 2021

Samir Hussein / Contributor / Getty Images Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are all over the news these days in the wake of their blockbuster interview with Oprah Winfrey , and it’s clear that the young couple is much happier far, far away from Buckingham Palace and all the baggage that comes with royal life. So what’s the deal with the Duke and Duchess of Sussex’s new hometown, and their new digs?

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Brownstoner

MARCH 12, 2021

The architect behind the design of this early 20th century house in New Rochelle spent much of his career in monument design and that sculptural expertise is evident in a stunning carved brick mantelpiece that is the showpiece of the interior. It isn't the only intact detail to be found inside… Read More > The post A Waterfront Abode With a Pristine Arts and Crafts Interior Can Be Yours for $1.849 Million appeared first on Brownstoner.

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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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American Lifestyle

MARCH 12, 2021

The post What Buyers and Sellers Can Expect from the Spring 2021 Market appeared first on American Lifestyle Magazine.

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Brownstoner

MARCH 12, 2021

Our picks for open houses on a weekend that promises some spring-like temperatures include three move-in-ready houses and a fourth in estate condition. Found in Park Slope, Greenpoint, Bed Stuy and East Flatbush, they range in price from $899,000 to $3.65 million Starting off in Park Slope, this circa 1870s Italianate… Read More > The post A Wood Frame in Greenpoint and Three More to See This Weekend, Starting at $899K appeared first on Brownstoner.

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RIS Media

MARCH 12, 2021

What: It takes more than an attractive commission structure to capture agent interest these days. With brokerage competition at an all-time high, it’s never been more important to double down on culture in your brokerage’s and team’s recruiting and retention strategies. During this RISMedia webinar, “How Your Company Culture Can Help You Attract and Keep Clients,” moderated by Sherri Johnson of Sherri Johnson Coaching & Consulting, and sponsored by BoomTown , yo

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Realtor.com

MARCH 12, 2021

Mark Horton / Contributor / Getty Images You have probably heard by now that power couple Kim Kardashian West and Kanye West are divorcing, so naturally one of them needs to find a new place to live. According to the latest rumors, West is looking east—way east. No, not to Wyoming, where he owns two huge ranches , or glitzy New York City. No, he’s reportedly set his sights on a tiny suburban town called Rye, NY.

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Realty Biz

MARCH 12, 2021

These days, it’s not uncommon – in fact it’s highly likely – for people entering the home buying or selling process to turn to technology to get started with the process. In the real estate industry, property tech or ‘proptech’ is addressing almost all aspects of the real estate business. PropTech will soon connect all things physical and financial.

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Realtor.com

MARCH 12, 2021

Getty Images Mortgage rates are on the rise after nearly a year of record lows, providing a nudge to homeowners who want to refinance but didn’t get around to it yet. Does it still make sense to call up your lender and file an application? There is time to figure it out. Here are some questions to consider: What rate makes sense for me? First find the difference between your current mortgage rate and the potential savings of a refinance offer.

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Eye on Housing

MARCH 12, 2021

Prices paid for goods used in residential construction ex-energy rose 1.4% in February (not seasonally adjusted) and have increased 7.7% over the past 12 months, according to the latest Producer Price Index (PPI) report released by the Bureau of Labor Statistics. Building materials (i.e., inputs to residential construction less food and energy) prices have declined just twice since December 2019.

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Brownstoner

MARCH 12, 2021

In the News BAM’s 2021 Season Will Be Outdoors and Online [NYT] Brooklyn Public Library Brings Reading Rooms Outdoors [WSJ] Brooklynite Captures Gowanus Buildings With Glass Plate Photos [BP] Community ‘Left Behind’ in East New York Grapples With Deep Losses [NY1] What Will Happen to the Brooklyn-Queens Streetcar? [NY1] Restoration of Red Hook Rec Center Finally… Read More > The post Daily Links: Sandy-Ravaged Red Hook Rec Center to Get Much-Needed Restoration appeared first on Brownst

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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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