Housing Wire
SEPTEMBER 8, 2022
Mortgage rates rose 23 basis points this week, even closer to the 6% mark, as the market reacts to the Fed’s ongoing aggressive policies to combat persistent inflation. According to the latest survey from Freddie Mac, the 30-year fixed-rate mortgage rose to an average of 5.89%, up from last week’s 5.66%. A year ago this time, rates averaged 2.88%.
Coldwell Banker
SEPTEMBER 8, 2022
Deck out your home for fall with these five easy, creative ways to infuse fall colors and textures into your décor. The post 5 Simple Ideas for Fall Home Makeovers appeared first on Coldwell Banker Blue Matter.
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Housing Wire
SEPTEMBER 8, 2022
Bank of America recently announced a loan for lower-income households that doesn’t require homebuyers to come up with a downpayment or closing costs, and doesn’t base the loan on a minimum FICO score. People’s first reaction was to wonder if this was 2008 all over again. Are we really doing those types of loans and promoting homeownership again without understanding the risks?
Realty Biz
SEPTEMBER 8, 2022
A massive 99% of millennials and 90% of baby boomers start their search for property online. Nearly half of the real estate businesses say that results from social media give the highest quality leads compared to other sources. With statistics like that, it would be silly to ignore real estate PR. There are many perks to getting your business onto social media.
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Housing Wire
SEPTEMBER 8, 2022
Top 10 lender and servicer Freedom Mortgage has trimmed its workforce across multiple rounds of layoffs this year and continues to “offshore” some jobs, former employees tell HousingWire. In response to falling origination volume, the New Jersey-based mortgage company has conducted at least four rounds of layoffs this year – in March, May and August, multiple sources told HousingWire.
Coldwell Banker
SEPTEMBER 8, 2022
Tips on how to make sure kids are safe and sound when trick-or-treating at your home this Halloween. The post Halloween Home Safety Tips appeared first on Coldwell Banker Blue Matter.
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The Close
SEPTEMBER 8, 2022
As Managing Editor of The Close, I’ve interviewed hundreds of real estate agents. From wide-eyed newbies who just got their license to brokers with yearly gross commission income (GCI) in the billions —I’ve talked to pretty much every kind of agent that exists. After so many interviews, I’ve found that the one thing successful agents understand is that getting clients in real estate is a never-ending process.
Housing Wire
SEPTEMBER 8, 2022
We are so excited to connect with you all in just a few short weeks. HousingWire Annual will be hosted in Scottsdale, A.Z, Oct. 3-5 at the Fairmont Princess Resort. . The beautiful resort features several picturesque pools, delicious restaurants and bars, easy access to outdoor activities like golf and relaxing amenities. Plus, it will be packed with industry professionals, your colleagues, for one of the biggest events in housing.
Realty Biz
SEPTEMBER 8, 2022
Pinterest – it’s a well-social network where users can “pin” content they come across while using the internet and create a curated space of links to that content. Whether it’s video, images, or whole pages, Pinterest is used by millions of hobbyists around the world for cooking, crafts, fashion, and more. But did you know that you can use Pinterest to help promote your own professional brand in the real estate market?
Housing Wire
SEPTEMBER 8, 2022
Fiercer competition in the wholesale channel spurred United Wholesale Mortgage (UWM) to increase the ceiling on conforming loans on Wednesday, ahead of the Federal Housing Finance Agency’s (FHFA) decision in November. UWM’s move follows an announcement on Tuesday from competitor Rocket Pro TPO , which was first out of the gate this year in raising loan limits on agency-eligible properties to $715,000.
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Coldwell Banker
SEPTEMBER 8, 2022
Listing your home for sale during the holiday season. The post Ring in the New Year in a New Home appeared first on Coldwell Banker Blue Matter.
Housing Wire
SEPTEMBER 8, 2022
Verification provider Xactus and income and employment data solution firm Truv teamed up to court more mortgage lenders that will speed up the mortgage approval process. Xacuts’ current verification capabilities will be augmented with Truv’s income and employment data, Truv, formerly known as Citadel API , said. The firm expects the partnership to allow mortgage lenders verify income and employment for more than 146 million U.S. employees, covering 85% of the country’s workforce.
Real Trends
SEPTEMBER 8, 2022
The Woolcott Real Estate Team, owned by Drew Woolcott, has left eXp Realty Canada after just over a year to return to RE/MAX Escarpment Realty Inc. The team serves the Hamilton, Waterdown, Burlington, and surrounding areas of Ontario. Joining Woolcott at RE/MAX Escarpment will be his 31 sales representatives, plus his administration staff. According to a statement about his return to RE/MAX, Woolcott noted that he was looking for a company that could provide him and his team with the experience,
Sotheby's International Real Estate
SEPTEMBER 8, 2022
Jeremy V. Stein and The Stein Team – Sotheby’s International Realty – Downtown Manhattan Brokerage. The upscale enclave of Nolita is a vibrant conflux of artistic and culinary influences, beloved by its lucky residents—and envied by everyone else. One of its most recognizable landmarks is the Puck Building, where the contrast of earthy red brick and neptunian blue accents has been captivating passersby since the 1880s; as have the statues of Puck, the mischievous sprite from A
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Easy Agent Pro
SEPTEMBER 8, 2022
Real estate can be a tricky field to break into for a new real estate agent. Many agents do not equip themselves or plan adequately and end up failing. 87% of new agents won’t make it through their first year. However, despite the figures, there are many ways to succeed as a new real estate agent. Creating a career for yourself as a real estate agent can be exciting and fun.
RISMedia
SEPTEMBER 8, 2022
By Emma Sturgis Moving to an old house can cause some serious headaches and disruptions. Your furniture might shift, your dishwasher might stop working correctly, and you might find yourself living with a leaking water line. With all the repairs you need to take care of while still trying to make a normal life in […]. The post Why You Should Hire a Plumber After Moving to an Old House appeared first on RISMedia's Housecall.
The Close
SEPTEMBER 8, 2022
Are you wondering how to get a real estate license in New Jersey? The process is relatively simple and begins with a 75-hour prelicensing course. You must be at least 18 years old and have a high school diploma to be eligible to get your license. Check out our step-by-step guide to get started and before you know it, you’ll be on your way to a fulfilling new career.
Tom Ferry
SEPTEMBER 8, 2022
If you were with me at Summit, you might remember a very special segment where I announced my new artificial intelligence technology aimed at improving your sales and long-term relationships – Tom Ferry’s WhatToSay.ai. This one-of-a-kind AI gets to know all the people in your database through the language they use and then helps you […]. The post Introducing Tom Ferry’s WhatToSay.ai, the Real Estate Technology of the Future appeared first on Tom Ferry.
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.
BubbleInfo
SEPTEMBER 8, 2022
Around the coast, the housing stock is finite – there isn’t any more room to build new houses. Whether they knew it or not at the time, everyone has bought their ‘forever’ home and aging-in-place has become the natural trend. The higher prices and rates have locked out the majority of possible home buyers, but […].
Bigger Pockets
SEPTEMBER 8, 2022
Nobody likes cold calling. Even just the thought of cold calling is enough to make seasoned real estate investors start to sweat. The waiting, debating, and constant rejection can get […].
Brownstoner
SEPTEMBER 8, 2022
This wee house in East Williamsburg has simple white modern finishes as well as some intriguing original details. At 22 Judge Street, it's located in one of the oldest settled parts of the borough, a stone's throw from the historic center of the 17th century Dutch town of Boswijck, now… Read More > The post East ‘Burg Italianate Wood House With Wide-Plank Floors, Tin Ceilings, Garden Wants $6,500 a Month appeared first on Brownstoner.
Redfin
SEPTEMBER 8, 2022
Rain gardens are designed to collect stormwater runoff from impervious surfaces, such as roofs, streets, driveways, patios, parking lots, or waterlogged yards. The runoff is then allowed to seep back into the ground slowly, preventing it from reaching local waterways. Rain gardens are planted with tough plants that thrive during brief periods of inundation and drought, providing attractive habitats for pollinators and other wildlife.
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.
Brownstoner
SEPTEMBER 8, 2022
This brick townhouse built in 2016 has gracious high ceilings, hardwood floors and well-appointed outdoor spaces. It overlooks Commodore Barry Park, with its ball fields, playgrounds and public pool. Nearly 4,000 square feet, the two-family is set up as a triplex over a two-bedroom, two-bath garden apartment. The latter is duplexed… Read More > The post Modern Fort Greene Townhouse With Terraces, Roof Deck, Central Air Asks $3.59 Million appeared first on Brownstoner.
The Close
SEPTEMBER 8, 2022
With so much out-of-state investment in Idaho real estate in recent years, many Idahoans are looking to launch an exciting new real estate career. You’ll need to first complete a 90-hour prelicensing course and we’ll share the best Idaho real estate schools to help set you up for success. With dozens of licensed schools listed on the Idaho Real Estate Commission’s website, you might be wondering which one to choose.
Brownstoner
SEPTEMBER 8, 2022
In the News Hochul Lifts Mask Mandate on New York Public Transit [NYT] Nabila’s in Cobble Hill Takes Homemade Approach to Lebanese Food [NYT] Maimonides Hospital Lost $145 Million in 2021, Pushing It to Near Collapse [NYP] Red Tape ‘Status Quo’ Keeps NYC in Housing Crisis: Report [NYP] 9/11 Memorial Services and Vigils to Be… Read More > The post Daily Links: Mask Mandate on Subways, Buses Officially Over appeared first on Brownstoner.
The American Genius for Real Estate
SEPTEMBER 8, 2022
When it feels like you're going against the current, it can be difficult to keep on. These quotes on discipline will keep you fighting.
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Brownstoner
SEPTEMBER 8, 2022
Got a project to propose for The Insider? Please contact Cara Greenberg at caramia447 [at] gmail [dot] com. Prior to buying a two-story condo in an early 20th century building and deciding to settle in Brooklyn, designer Maureen Ursino's clients had spent several years as expats in London. That's where they developed… Read More > The post The Insider: Brooklyn Heights Kitchen and Living Room Makeover Nods to British Design appeared first on Brownstoner.
Mashvisor
SEPTEMBER 8, 2022
Vacation rentals for sale in Orlando are affordable, but are they profitable? Let’s find out in this Orlando rental market breakdown.
Swiftlane
SEPTEMBER 8, 2022
Believe it or not, there was a time when video intercoms only belonged in sci-fi movies. Fast forward to 2022, and these once futuristic systems are fast becoming a part of our everyday lives. Today we take a high-level look at the best video intercom systems that are finding their way into homes, offices, multifamily, […].
The American Genius for Real Estate
SEPTEMBER 8, 2022
Whether you agree with parents revolting against school boards or not, kids are being pulled out of public schools and populations could shift.
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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