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Freddie Mac reported $3.7 billion in net income in the second quarter of 2021, exceeding each of the previous four quarters. The government sponsored entity said the increase was due to higher net revenues and a credit reserve release. Its net revenues increased $1.7 billion year-over-year to $5.9 MORE
The average 30-year fixed-rate mortgage increased slightly to 2.80% for the week ending on July 29, halting a streak of weekly declines, according to mortgage rates data released Thursday by Freddie Mac ‘s PMMS. MORE
Optimizing your website for SEO can be a daunting task for a lot of agents — but it's key to driving potential leads to your business. Here are two simple ways you can improve your site's visibility. MORE
Increased regulatory enforcement and the ending of IC status are just a few of the possible changes that could greatly impact the way we do business. Here's what agents should prepare for. MORE
With the hire of Benjie Burford, Welcome Homes is poised to grow its personnel by 500 percent and expand into multiple markets by next year. MORE
Image: Friends Stock / Shutterstock.com. As you plan to purchase your first home, you might find that there are a few stressful aspects of the homebuying process that can make or break your purchase: One is when you first apply for a mortgage and another is when you close on a house. MORE
The Durst Organization, which develops, owns and manages commercial and residential properties across New York, will require non-union employees to be vaccinated by Sept. News Brief Alex Caragiannides Robert Alan Durst. The Durst Organization The New York Post The Washington Post MORE
Following a robust May, pending home sales declined in June. Though the desire for buyers to purchase a new home remains strong, skyrocketing prices are putting the dream out of reach for some buyers, economists in the housing industry said. The overall pending home sales index fell 1.9% to 112.8 MORE
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Thanks to a surge in residential investment during 2020, housing’s share of GDP remains elevated compared to recent years. Last year’s market conditions involved a renewed focus on the importance of home, an evolving geography of housing demand, and a lack of for-sale inventory. MORE
Are real estate investors creating excessive competition amid the inventory shortage? According to a new report from realtor.com®, some markets are being hit hard by investor activities, while others are benefitting. MORE
After spending a decade building a proprietary technology and productivity platform, United Real Estate Group is seeing its growth explode, according to Q2 2021 earnings report. Is technology finally providing the key to success? MORE
Stay-at-home orders spurred by the COVID-19 pandemic did not have a notable impact on the velocity of fair housing complaints received in 2020 by organizations, according to a yearly trends report published by the National Fair Housing Alliance this week. MORE
In the second quarter of 2021, real GDP surged and returned its pre-pandemic level as the economy continued to reopen. This quarter’s growth reflected strong gains for consumer and state and local government spending. However, the second quarter gain did come in below consensus estimates. MORE
129 The high loan volumes in the last 12 months have left some borrowers and servicers facing issues related to real estate taxes. MORE
As Fed's balance sheet approaches $8 trillion, policymakers say path of the economy continues to depend on the course of the pandemic. Markets & Economy Mortgage Select federal reserve James Bullard Jerome Powell mortgage rates mortgage-backed securities tapering MORE
Tax Advantages That Come From Homeownership Do you know the tax benefits of owning a home? Over my three decades of selling real estate, lots of renters have asked me this question. It has long been understood that there are considerable financial benefits to owning a home. MORE
The rental management giant is merging with TPG Pace Solutions in a bid to go public via a special purpose acquisition company, or SPAC. MORE
Some veterans are finding it difficult to obtain a home in today’s market. MORE
Texas-based Realtor Jordan Schilleci with her clients at Chicago Title for closing. MORE
The Luxury Connect agenda is action packed. From inspiring insights onstage to amazing networking opportunities offstage, you’ll have every chance to learn from and network with top producers from across the country. Grab your ticket now before prices go up on Aug. MORE
Have you ever thought about how an economist views financial planning? Would you guess that it’s vastly different from how some financial planners approach this work? Today’s guest, Laurence Kotlikoff, is a Professor of Economics at Boston University. MORE
The interagency task force to combat inequity in appraisals, led by Housing and Urban Development Secretary Marcia Fudge, will be co-chaired by former United Nations ambassador Susan Rice. MORE
When you buy a home, you want to make sure you’re ready and prepared. And the best way to do that? Asking yourself the right questions. A recent video from realtor.com outlined key questions potential buyers should consider before purchasing a home, including: Will I qualify for a mortgage? MORE
Amid a highly competitive market in the first half of 2021, iBuyers began making more competitive offers and expanding the range of homes they were willing to purchase. MORE
What a difference a year makes. Residential real estate brokerage conglomerate Realogy reported a net income of $149 million on its quarterly earnings call Thursday. The New Jersey-based company tallied $2.3 MORE
Earlier this month, Ginnie Mae proposed significant increases in financial requirements for independent mortgage bank issuers and a new bank-like risk-based capital requirement. MORE
The following Q&A comes from the HW+ exclusive Slack channel, where HousingWire’s Lead Analyst Logan Mohtashami answered questions on what to make of the latest housing data, his forecast for the rest of this year, and whether or not the housing market is returning to normal. MORE
Housing Wire
JULY 29, 2021
The interagency task force to combat inequity in appraisals, led by Housing and Urban Development Secretary Marcia Fudge, will be co-chaired by former United Nations ambassador Susan Rice.
Keeping Current Matters
JULY 29, 2021
Some veterans are finding it difficult to obtain a home in today’s market.
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Housing Wire
JULY 29, 2021
The following Q&A comes from the HW+ exclusive Slack channel, where HousingWire’s Lead Analyst Logan Mohtashami answered questions on what to make of the latest housing data, his forecast for the rest of this year, and whether or not the housing market is returning to normal.
Eyes on Housing
JULY 29, 2021
Thanks to a surge in residential investment during 2020, housing’s share of GDP remains elevated compared to recent years. Last year’s market conditions involved a renewed focus on the importance of home, an evolving geography of housing demand, and a lack of for-sale inventory.
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Join Paul Moya, CEO of Millennial Labs and the Go-To Performance Marketing Strategist and Realtor Coach for the Best in the World, as he shares insights and information about the importance of understanding a buyer and how their needs change with each generation.
Housing Wire
JULY 29, 2021
Following a robust May, pending home sales declined in June. Though the desire for buyers to purchase a new home remains strong, skyrocketing prices are putting the dream out of reach for some buyers, economists in the housing industry said. The overall pending home sales index fell 1.9% to 112.8
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Housing Wire
JULY 29, 2021
Stay-at-home orders spurred by the COVID-19 pandemic did not have a notable impact on the velocity of fair housing complaints received in 2020 by organizations, according to a yearly trends report published by the National Fair Housing Alliance this week.
Point2Homes
JULY 29, 2021
Image: Friends Stock / Shutterstock.com. As you plan to purchase your first home, you might find that there are a few stressful aspects of the homebuying process that can make or break your purchase: One is when you first apply for a mortgage and another is when you close on a house.
Housing Wire
JULY 29, 2021
The average 30-year fixed-rate mortgage increased slightly to 2.80% for the week ending on July 29, halting a streak of weekly declines, according to mortgage rates data released Thursday by Freddie Mac ‘s PMMS.
Inman
JULY 29, 2021
Optimizing your website for SEO can be a daunting task for a lot of agents — but it's key to driving potential leads to your business. Here are two simple ways you can improve your site's visibility.
Speaker: Felipe Engineer-Manriquez, Christopher Gagliardi, George Hedley, and Jason Nichols
Join our esteemed panelists for their discussion on the importance of progress tracking which ultimately touches upon every digital aspect within the construction cycle. Our thought-leaders' years of experience on the job sites can help you build a better future at your company.
Lighter Side of Real Estate
JULY 29, 2021
When you buy a home, you want to make sure you’re ready and prepared. And the best way to do that? Asking yourself the right questions. A recent video from realtor.com outlined key questions potential buyers should consider before purchasing a home, including: Will I qualify for a mortgage?
Housing Wire
JULY 29, 2021
The high loan volumes in the last 12 months have left some borrowers and servicers facing issues related to real estate taxes.
Inman
JULY 29, 2021
Amid a highly competitive market in the first half of 2021, iBuyers began making more competitive offers and expanding the range of homes they were willing to purchase.
Housing Wire
JULY 29, 2021
Earlier this month, Ginnie Mae proposed significant increases in financial requirements for independent mortgage bank issuers and a new bank-like risk-based capital requirement.
Inman
JULY 29, 2021
The rental management giant is merging with TPG Pace Solutions in a bid to go public via a special purpose acquisition company, or SPAC.
Housing Wire
JULY 29, 2021
What a difference a year makes. Residential real estate brokerage conglomerate Realogy reported a net income of $149 million on its quarterly earnings call Thursday. The New Jersey-based company tallied $2.3
Inman
JULY 29, 2021
The Durst Organization, which develops, owns and manages commercial and residential properties across New York, will require non-union employees to be vaccinated by Sept. News Brief Alex Caragiannides Robert Alan Durst. The Durst Organization The New York Post The Washington Post
Housing Wire
JULY 29, 2021
Freddie Mac reported $3.7 billion in net income in the second quarter of 2021, exceeding each of the previous four quarters. The government sponsored entity said the increase was due to higher net revenues and a credit reserve release. Its net revenues increased $1.7 billion year-over-year to $5.9
Inman
JULY 29, 2021
Increased regulatory enforcement and the ending of IC status are just a few of the possible changes that could greatly impact the way we do business. Here's what agents should prepare for.
Housing Wire
JULY 29, 2021
Texas-based Realtor Jordan Schilleci with her clients at Chicago Title for closing.
Inman
JULY 29, 2021
The new bond products offer higher yields in a low-interest-rate environment. But if the loans go bad, investors are on the hook.
Housing Wire
JULY 29, 2021
After spending a decade building a proprietary technology and productivity platform, United Real Estate Group is seeing its growth explode, according to Q2 2021 earnings report. Is technology finally providing the key to success?
Inman
JULY 29, 2021
The Luxury Connect agenda is action packed. From inspiring insights onstage to amazing networking opportunities offstage, you’ll have every chance to learn from and network with top producers from across the country. Grab your ticket now before prices go up on Aug.
Maximum Exposure Real Estate
JULY 29, 2021
Tax Advantages That Come From Homeownership Do you know the tax benefits of owning a home? Over my three decades of selling real estate, lots of renters have asked me this question. It has long been understood that there are considerable financial benefits to owning a home.
Inman
JULY 29, 2021
As Fed's balance sheet approaches $8 trillion, policymakers say path of the economy continues to depend on the course of the pandemic. Markets & Economy Mortgage Select federal reserve James Bullard Jerome Powell mortgage rates mortgage-backed securities tapering
Afford Anything
JULY 29, 2021
Have you ever thought about how an economist views financial planning? Would you guess that it’s vastly different from how some financial planners approach this work? Today’s guest, Laurence Kotlikoff, is a Professor of Economics at Boston University.
Inman
JULY 29, 2021
The product functions similarly to a home warranty, except that it covers structural items such as roofs and foundations. Industry News News Brief Technology Daniel Blanaru hippo home inspections home warranty Inspectify inspections insurance
RIS Media
JULY 29, 2021
Are real estate investors creating excessive competition amid the inventory shortage? According to a new report from realtor.com®, some markets are being hit hard by investor activities, while others are benefitting.
Inman
JULY 29, 2021
With the hire of Benjie Burford, Welcome Homes is poised to grow its personnel by 500 percent and expand into multiple markets by next year.
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