RIS Media

AUGUST 24, 2023

RISMedia is still accepting nominations for its next class of Real Estate Newsmakers—those individuals from across the U.S. who are making headlines for their commitment and contributions to the real estate industry in 2023, as well as going the extra mile to positively impact their peers, colleagues, clients and the communities they serve. The 2024… The post Nominate a Real Estate Newsmaker Before It’s Too Late appeared first on RISMedia.

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Housing Wire

AUGUST 24, 2023

Mortgage rate shot up again last week as the bond market continues to grapple with a growing economy in the run up to the next Federal Open Market Committee meeting. Investors are concerned that the central bank will continue raising the funds rate, pushing borrowing costs even higher. For many, there is worry that the Fed may overtighten on the monetary front and lead to economic damage,” said George Ratiu, chief economist at Keeping Current Matters.

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Real Estate News

AUGUST 24, 2023

The company said the new program, initially launching in Phoenix, will help ease one of the biggest barriers to entry for buying a home.

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Housing Wire

AUGUST 24, 2023

Shares of Better Home & Finance Holding , the parent of digital lender Better.com, collapsed during its debut on Nasdaq Thursday. The company went public after merging with the special purpose acquisition company (SPAC) Aurora Acquisition Corp. the prior day. Better’s class A common stock, listed under the ticker “BETR,” declined to $1.15 at the closing on Thursday.

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Keeping Current Matters

AUGUST 24, 2023

There’s been talk about a recession for quite a while now.

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Housing Wire

AUGUST 24, 2023

Homebuyer affordability remained unchanged in July from June, according to Mortgage Bankers Association ‘s (MBA) Purchase Applications Payment Index (PAPI). The index measures how new monthly mortgage payments vary across time, relative to income, drawing from data from MBA ’s weekly applications survey. The national median payment applied for by purchase applicants was $2,162 in July, up $318 from a year prior but unchanged from June.

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Housing Wire

AUGUST 24, 2023

Soaring mortgage rates are taking a major chunk out of homebuyers’ budgets, according to a new report from Redfin. A homebuyer on a $3,000 monthly budget, for example, could afford a $429,000 home with a 7.4% mortgage rate, using rate data from August 23. That buyer lost $71,000 in purchasing power compared to one year ago when a $500,000 home would have been accessible to them with an average rate of about 5.5%.

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Inman

AUGUST 24, 2023

The Houston-based Christie's International Real Estate affiliate has also opened a new office in Lake Livingston and made two new hires to support the launch of the new division.

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Housing Wire

AUGUST 24, 2023

Strong consumption data combined with slowing inflation points to a “soft landing” for the economy, Fannie Mae ‘s Economic and Strategic Research (ESR) Group said Thursday. But the government sponsored enterprise still expects a recession next year. “In order to achieve a soft landing, economic growth will have to slow to a rate that is below trend for some time in order for the unemployment rate to rise sufficiently to cause wage growth to slow consistent with a 2% inflation t

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Inman

AUGUST 24, 2023

Insurance as a hot-button issue is likely not going away anytime soon. Unfortunately, as long as Mother Nature is in control, agents, buyers and sellers need to be more proactive than ever, broker Cara Ameer writes.

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Brownstoner

AUGUST 24, 2023

An affordable housing lottery has launched for 18 apartments in the under-construction Grand Pacific complex on the corner of Pacific Street and Grand Avenue in Crown Heights. The eight-story, 69-unit building with curved facade and swanky amenities is the result of an unusual deal brokered between the local community board… Read More > The post Affordable Housing Lottery Opens in Crown Heights for 18 Units Starting at $735 a Month appeared first on Brownstoner.

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Inman

AUGUST 24, 2023

Learn from this Canadian broker's professional journey and find out about her No. 1 rule for real estate investing.

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RIS Media

AUGUST 24, 2023

Huntington & Ellis, A Real Estate Agency, an affiliate of Leading Real Estate Companies of the World, has announced it has ranked No. 2,781 on Inc. Magazine’s annual Inc. 5000 list, a prestigious ranking of the nation’s fastest-growing private companies. Achieving a 192% three-year growth rate, this marks the brokerage’s fourth-consecutive year being recognized and… The post LeadingRE’s Huntington & Ellis Listed on Inc. 5000 for Fourth-Consecutive Year appeared first on RISMedia.

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Inman

AUGUST 24, 2023

Barbara Corcoran told "Good Morning America" viewers on Wednesday that she doesn't foresee prices dropping any time soon but could see them spiking once mortgage rates come down.

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Maximum Exposure Real Estate

AUGUST 24, 2023

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Inman

AUGUST 24, 2023

With so much to learn as a new agent, it helps to draw on the experience of those who've gone before. Find out where to start with this guide from author, coach and Realtor Erin McCormick Torres.

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RIS Media

AUGUST 24, 2023

Editor’s Note: The Playbook is an RISMedia biweekly 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. As so-called “discretionary”… The post The Playbook: A Complete Guide to Probate Listings appeared first on RISMedia.

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Inman

AUGUST 24, 2023

Real estate’s brightest leaders shared their thoughts on the market, insights on the bombshell commission lawsuits and how the industry might change in the future during Inman CEO Connect this month.

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Brownstoner

AUGUST 24, 2023

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Inman

AUGUST 24, 2023

In addition to going public at a bad time for mortgage lenders, Barron's reports that a SPAC merger resulted in a huge increase in the number of shares outstanding.

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Bigger Pockets

AUGUST 24, 2023

One of the easiest ways to establish a consistent income stream is by improving lease renewal rates among your tenants. Here's how to do just that.

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Inman

AUGUST 24, 2023

Tune in to Inman Access this week for a deep dive into the impact of the industry's megalawsuits and a tactical breakdown on what to focus on in today's housing market to come out on top.

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Bigger Pockets

AUGUST 24, 2023

Holding on to hope that mortgage rates could hit four or even three percent again?

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Inman

AUGUST 24, 2023

You have a choice when it comes to the brokerage you'll work with and for, broker Chris Speicher writes. Here's what to look for and how to evaluate your options.

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Eye on Housing

AUGUST 24, 2023

The residential remodeling market has grown rapidly in the past few years, mainly fueled by changes in housing and lifestyle decisions during the pandemic period. According to National Income and Product Accounts (NIPA), expenditures for residential home improvements soared 13% to $328 billion in 2021, from $289 billion in 2020. This marks the largest gain since 1993 (16% increase).

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Inman

AUGUST 24, 2023

The new office, to be managed by Corcoran Icon Properties Partner Michael Barnacle, is located on bustling Union Street, where trendy restaurants, boutiques and fitness studios are thriving.

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RIS Media

AUGUST 24, 2023

Agents with a rich understanding of mortgage finance have countless opportunities to deliver more value to their buyer-clients and gain a competitive edge. After all, a mortgage is the most complicated but essential aspect of most buyers’ transactions. Additionally, surveys from the National Association of REALTORS® have repeatedly found that over 90% of buyers count… The post 6 Compelling Reasons to Boost Your Mortgage IQ appeared first on RISMedia.

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Bigger Pockets

AUGUST 24, 2023

Financial advisors are supposed to look after your money, but sometimes, their profits come first.

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RIS Media

AUGUST 24, 2023

In a market full of challenges, it’s hard to pinpoint where exactly buyers can look for solid housing options. With that in mind, what are the hottest zip codes for homeowners in 2023? Realtor.com®’s hottest zip code rankings take a look at zip codes in large metros across the U.S. to find those that are… The post What Are 2023’s Hottest Zip Codes?

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Yardi Marketing

AUGUST 24, 2023

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