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Real estate agents, Pacaso employees and homeowners will receive 500 restricted stock units for every closed referral. Program members can cash in on their RSUs once Pacaso goes public or is sold. MORE
Demand for mortgages slipped last week as requests to refinance slowed, outweighing the impact of a slight increase in purchase loan applications. Markets & Economy Mortgage Joel Kan mortgage applications mortgage bankers association mortgage rates refinance MORE
Most markets are currently experiencing extreme inflation and home price appreciation. Depending on where you live, your market may be increasingly challenging for homebuyers due to low housing inventory and high demand. MORE
As the appraisal industry struggles to meet demand, Voxtur has developed a solution to streamline the process. HousingWire recently spoke with Jim Albeertelli, CEO of Voxtur, about the company’s r ecent acquisition and launch of an automated workflow management platform for the global market. MORE
TIAA Bank is selling its correspondent lending platform to Pentagon Federal Credit Union for an undisclosed amount of money. The deal represents the latest mortgage space exit for the Jacksonville-based financial firm. MORE
Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell recently observed that across all kinds of financial services, activities that had once been principally the province of banks have moved into the nonbank sector, including IMBs. MORE
This interactive map compares the costs for a typical homeowner in each county in the nation, beyond the principal and interest on their loan. Data Mortgage Select affordable counties american community survey home insurance housing costs interest mortgage Principal property taxes utilities MORE
Getty Images People generally spend way more time than they’d like doing laundry. Between the sorting, washing, transferring to the dryer, then folding or ironing, it adds up and can feel like a never-ending chore. MORE
After all the work you’ve put into finding a home, closing on it is supposed to be a celebration. However, nothing will rain on your parade as hard as the house not actually being ready on closing day because the seller did not complete repairs before closing that they agreed to handle. MORE
Ever have so many food cravings you had no idea where to go to satisfy them all? A quick walk to Rose City Food Park is all it takes to get those salivary glands working in overdrive. Are you a BBQ fan? Look no further than Bark City BBQ a Texas BBQ spot that will leave you thinking about them. MORE
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Milwaukie is one of Portland-metro’s hidden gems. There is so much to see and experience. The small business community that has grown over the years is nothing short of amazing. Whatever you like to do, you will always be able to find something that you will enjoy. MORE
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The most important book on Canadian real estate you’ll read this year isn’t about demographics or interest rates. It’s investigative journalist Sam Cooper’s new book, Wilful Blindness: How A Network of Narcos, Tycoons and CCP Agents Infiltrated The West. MORE
Home price appreciation continues to accelerate. Today, prices are driven by the simple concept of supply and demand. Pricing of any item is determined by how many items are available compared to how many people want to buy that item. MORE
As the business world works to recenter itself in the wake of this unprecedented COVID-19 crisis, innovative leadership will prove to be the most important competitive differentiator in the years to come. MORE
How To Boost Local SEO For Real Estate Agents [Ultimate Guide]. WHAT IS LOCAL SEO FOR REAL ESTATE AGENTS? If you are a real estate agent there is no doubt that you have been successful at, invested in or thought about building your online web presence and your local SEO search results. MORE
Combining these digital door-knocking tips with geo-fencing practices will give you a significant edge over those who are relying on more traditional digital or print marketing strategies. MORE
As a real estate agent, it’s imperative that you keep safety in the forefront of your mind. Here are 61 safety tips I've compiled over the years. Some will seem stunningly obvious; others may be new to you. Even if you've heard everything repeated endlessly, please take the time to read through it. MORE
For the third week in a row, mortgage applications decreased. Mortgage applications fell 3.1% in the week ending June 4, and refis took the biggest dip, according to the latest report from the Mortgage Bankers Association. MORE
Maybe everything is returning to normal, or maybe we are still defining a new normal. What is certain is that the economy is changing. One area to keep a close eye on is whether the current surge of inflation will also bring a surge in mortgage interest rates. MORE
Innovation happens in small spaces, which is why so many smaller CRMs are able to essentially put agents’ business on autopilot. But as agents become more and more entrenched in their tech, their CRM is becoming ripe for acquisition. MORE
Paint is getting harder to come by, and that’s likely to have an impact of people aiming to do summer home improvement projects. It’s also delaying the construction of new homes, as builders are forced to wait for supplies of more paint. MORE
Many proponents of pot legalization were dismayed by the Florida Supreme Court’s recent decision to shelve a ballot measure that would have allowed Floridians to vote on recreational sales. But medical marijuana, which Florida voters approved in 2016, continues to be a major economic boon for U.S. MORE
Moving into a new home build can be exciting, but also extremely overwhelming. These 5 tips will help you enjoy the process and get settled in stress-free! The post 5 Stress-Free Tips to Settle Into Your New Home Build! appeared first on Homes.com. MORE
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A judge also denied REX's request for a preliminary injunction against NAR and Zillow. REX asked for the injunction after arguing that it was the victim of anticompetitive practices. MORE
Today’s mortgage and refinance rates Average mortgage rates nudged lower yesterday, as expected. It was in line with the small daily variations we’ve grown used to recently. First thing, there […]. Mortgage Rates Now MORE
Real estate is an industry based on facial recognition. When you ask people, “Who sold your home?” they almost always answer with their agent’s name — not the brokerage they work for. Here's what to think about when putting a face to your brand. MORE
Another gorgeous sale and close in the books for 2021! I adore these clients and helping them achieve their real estate goals. After receiving multiple offers, this home sold after 3 days on the market. We received the first offer in the first 12 hours on the market. MORE
A classic home with vintage features; wood floors, built in hutch, fireplace with mantle and built-ins, original moldings and big windows that let the light flow in. Updated kitchen with white maple cabinets, spice pantry, eating nook and SS appliances. MORE
56 Austin remains the hottest housing market in the nation, with the vast majority of its homes selling way above their list price, new data published by Redfin shows. All told, 74% of homes in Austin during April sold for above list price, the study found. MORE
The iBuyer's revenues were down year over year, but up compared to the end of 2020. The company is also nearing completion of a merger that will allow it to begin publicly selling shares. MORE
The first quarter 2021 Home Building Geography Index (HBGI) showed that single-family home building continued to shift to low-density and low-cost markets, a trend stemming largely from the COVID-19 pandemic and first reported in the second quarter of 2020. MORE
Construction startups have raised $1.5 billion since the start of this year as builders rush to address the shortage, according to Crunchbase. Design Markets & Economy Crunchbase housing shortage investors modular homes prefab prefabrication Prescient Veev MORE
The share of LGBTQ homebuyers and sellers has remained at 4 percent since 2015, according to NAR. Lower household incomes and less access to affordable housing are two of the largest barriers. MORE
Housing Wire
JUNE 9, 2021
Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell recently observed that across all kinds of financial services, activities that had once been principally the province of banks have moved into the nonbank sector, including IMBs.
Keeping Current Matters
JUNE 9, 2021
Home price appreciation continues to accelerate. Today, prices are driven by the simple concept of supply and demand. Pricing of any item is determined by how many items are available compared to how many people want to buy that item.
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Housing Wire
JUNE 9, 2021
For the third week in a row, mortgage applications decreased. Mortgage applications fell 3.1% in the week ending June 4, and refis took the biggest dip, according to the latest report from the Mortgage Bankers Association.
Inman
JUNE 9, 2021
As a real estate agent, it’s imperative that you keep safety in the forefront of your mind. Here are 61 safety tips I've compiled over the years. Some will seem stunningly obvious; others may be new to you. Even if you've heard everything repeated endlessly, please take the time to read through it.
Housing Wire
JUNE 9, 2021
As the appraisal industry struggles to meet demand, Voxtur has developed a solution to streamline the process. HousingWire recently spoke with Jim Albeertelli, CEO of Voxtur, about the company’s r ecent acquisition and launch of an automated workflow management platform for the global market.
Realty Biz
JUNE 9, 2021
As the business world works to recenter itself in the wake of this unprecedented COVID-19 crisis, innovative leadership will prove to be the most important competitive differentiator in the years to come.
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RIS Media
JUNE 9, 2021
Most markets are currently experiencing extreme inflation and home price appreciation. Depending on where you live, your market may be increasingly challenging for homebuyers due to low housing inventory and high demand.
Eyes on Housing
JUNE 9, 2021
The first quarter 2021 Home Building Geography Index (HBGI) showed that single-family home building continued to shift to low-density and low-cost markets, a trend stemming largely from the COVID-19 pandemic and first reported in the second quarter of 2020.
Better Dwelling
JUNE 9, 2021
The most important book on Canadian real estate you’ll read this year isn’t about demographics or interest rates. It’s investigative journalist Sam Cooper’s new book, Wilful Blindness: How A Network of Narcos, Tycoons and CCP Agents Infiltrated The West.
Homes.com
JUNE 9, 2021
Moving into a new home build can be exciting, but also extremely overwhelming. These 5 tips will help you enjoy the process and get settled in stress-free! The post 5 Stress-Free Tips to Settle Into Your New Home Build! appeared first on Homes.com.
Inman
JUNE 9, 2021
Construction startups have raised $1.5 billion since the start of this year as builders rush to address the shortage, according to Crunchbase. Design Markets & Economy Crunchbase housing shortage investors modular homes prefab prefabrication Prescient Veev
Realty Biz
JUNE 9, 2021
Paint is getting harder to come by, and that’s likely to have an impact of people aiming to do summer home improvement projects. It’s also delaying the construction of new homes, as builders are forced to wait for supplies of more paint.
Inman
JUNE 9, 2021
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Realty Biz
JUNE 9, 2021
Maybe everything is returning to normal, or maybe we are still defining a new normal. What is certain is that the economy is changing. One area to keep a close eye on is whether the current surge of inflation will also bring a surge in mortgage interest rates.
Inman
JUNE 9, 2021
This interactive map compares the costs for a typical homeowner in each county in the nation, beyond the principal and interest on their loan. Data Mortgage Select affordable counties american community survey home insurance housing costs interest mortgage Principal property taxes utilities
Realty Biz
JUNE 9, 2021
Many proponents of pot legalization were dismayed by the Florida Supreme Court’s recent decision to shelve a ballot measure that would have allowed Floridians to vote on recreational sales. But medical marijuana, which Florida voters approved in 2016, continues to be a major economic boon for U.S.
Realtor.com
JUNE 9, 2021
Getty Images People generally spend way more time than they’d like doing laundry. Between the sorting, washing, transferring to the dryer, then folding or ironing, it adds up and can feel like a never-ending chore.
BubbleInfo
JUNE 9, 2021
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Inman
JUNE 9, 2021
A judge also denied REX's request for a preliminary injunction against NAR and Zillow. REX asked for the injunction after arguing that it was the victim of anticompetitive practices.
HomeLight
JUNE 9, 2021
After all the work you’ve put into finding a home, closing on it is supposed to be a celebration. However, nothing will rain on your parade as hard as the house not actually being ready on closing day because the seller did not complete repairs before closing that they agreed to handle.
Inman
JUNE 9, 2021
The iBuyer's revenues were down year over year, but up compared to the end of 2020. The company is also nearing completion of a merger that will allow it to begin publicly selling shares.
The Mortgage Report
JUNE 9, 2021
Today’s mortgage and refinance rates Average mortgage rates nudged lower yesterday, as expected. It was in line with the small daily variations we’ve grown used to recently. First thing, there […]. Mortgage Rates Now
Inman
JUNE 9, 2021
Real estate is an industry based on facial recognition. When you ask people, “Who sold your home?” they almost always answer with their agent’s name — not the brokerage they work for. Here's what to think about when putting a face to your brand.
Realty Biz
JUNE 9, 2021
Austin remains the hottest housing market in the nation, with the vast majority of its homes selling way above their list price, new data published by Redfin shows. All told, 74% of homes in Austin during April sold for above list price, the study found.
Inman
JUNE 9, 2021
The share of LGBTQ homebuyers and sellers has remained at 4 percent since 2015, according to NAR. Lower household incomes and less access to affordable housing are two of the largest barriers.
Jason Fox
JUNE 9, 2021
How To Boost Local SEO For Real Estate Agents [Ultimate Guide]. WHAT IS LOCAL SEO FOR REAL ESTATE AGENTS? If you are a real estate agent there is no doubt that you have been successful at, invested in or thought about building your online web presence and your local SEO search results.
Inman
JUNE 9, 2021
Innovation happens in small spaces, which is why so many smaller CRMs are able to essentially put agents’ business on autopilot. But as agents become more and more entrenched in their tech, their CRM is becoming ripe for acquisition.
The Living Room
JUNE 9, 2021
A classic home with vintage features; wood floors, built in hutch, fireplace with mantle and built-ins, original moldings and big windows that let the light flow in. Updated kitchen with white maple cabinets, spice pantry, eating nook and SS appliances.
Inman
JUNE 9, 2021
Demand for mortgages slipped last week as requests to refinance slowed, outweighing the impact of a slight increase in purchase loan applications. Markets & Economy Mortgage Joel Kan mortgage applications mortgage bankers association mortgage rates refinance
The Living Room
JUNE 9, 2021
Another gorgeous sale and close in the books for 2021! I adore these clients and helping them achieve their real estate goals. After receiving multiple offers, this home sold after 3 days on the market. We received the first offer in the first 12 hours on the market.
Inman
JUNE 9, 2021
Real estate agents, Pacaso employees and homeowners will receive 500 restricted stock units for every closed referral. Program members can cash in on their RSUs once Pacaso goes public or is sold.
The Living Room
JUNE 9, 2021
Milwaukie is one of Portland-metro’s hidden gems. There is so much to see and experience. The small business community that has grown over the years is nothing short of amazing. Whatever you like to do, you will always be able to find something that you will enjoy.
Inman
JUNE 9, 2021
Combining these digital door-knocking tips with geo-fencing practices will give you a significant edge over those who are relying on more traditional digital or print marketing strategies.
The Living Room
JUNE 9, 2021
Ever have so many food cravings you had no idea where to go to satisfy them all? A quick walk to Rose City Food Park is all it takes to get those salivary glands working in overdrive. Are you a BBQ fan? Look no further than Bark City BBQ a Texas BBQ spot that will leave you thinking about them.
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