RIS Media
APRIL 12, 2022
As real estate coaches to our clients, that often means leaving our emotions out of the situation, especially when sellers are making unreasonable demands regarding pricing or repairs (or both). This can leave an agent feeling emotionally drained and exhausted, which can ultimately affect how we handle a situation. What Are They Really Committed To?
Housing Wire
APRIL 12, 2022
Mortgage delinquency rates in January reached a 23-year low, driven by the skyrocketing housing prices and a strong job market. About 3.3% of mortgages were delinquent by at least 30 days or more including foreclosure in January, according to a new CoreLogic loan performance insights report. The figure dropped 2.3 percentage points from 5.6% in January 2021 in the lowest delinquency rate since at least 1999. “The large rise in home prices — up 19% in January from one year earlier, accordin
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Keeping Current Matters
APRIL 12, 2022
With today’s real estate market moving as fast as it is, working with a real estate professional is more essential than ever.
Housing Wire
APRIL 12, 2022
Today’s housing affordability crisis stems largely from a lack of adequate housing supply. This is happening for a variety of reasons, from fallout from the 2008 Great Recession, restrictive local zoning policies and high land costs to labor and supply shortages. Housing supply simply has not kept pace with population growth, new household formation, and rising demand.
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Don’t just react to changes, plan for them, so you can approach the new year with confidence, direction, and a competitive edge for your business. Having a well-defined business plan helps you chart a clear course, navigate challenges, and set a foundation for growth. This workbook gives you the key steps to outline what matters and will ensure you’re moving ahead.
Sotheby's International Real Estate
APRIL 12, 2022
Heralded since the early 20th century as a tropical paradise, Palm Beach has long been a destination for luxurious coastal living with a singular architectural style—clear Mediterranean inspiration and a dedication to patios, loggias, lawns, and balconies that link interiors with surroundings. Many of the hallmarks of an iconic Palm Beach haven are on full display at this 1930 estate, including a barrel-tile roof, balconies and stairways with decorative iron railings, sunset-hued stonework, Old
Housing Wire
APRIL 12, 2022
White-label software-as-a-service platform Paymints.io is integrating with national online notarization platform Notarize , according to an announcement made on Monday. Title and closing firms use Paymints.io to collect earnest money as well as transfer and disburse funds for real estate transactions. By integrating with Notarize, Paymints.io subscribers and their customers will be able to see if a transaction is eligible for a digital closing, including online notarization, from within the Paym
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Housing Wire
APRIL 12, 2022
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) on Tuesday sued TransUnion and subsidiaries, as well as a company executive, for allegedly duping consumers seeking a free credit report into signing up for costly credit monitoring — again. In a lawsuit, the CFPB claims that TransUnion and subsidiary TransUnion Interactive, as well as John Danaher, executive vice president for the division until February 2022, misled consumers and flouted a 2017 consent order with the CFPB for the same practices “
Eye on Housing
APRIL 12, 2022
Driven by higher food, gasoline and housing cost, consumer prices continued to accelerate in March. This marked the sixth straight month for inflation above a 6% rate and was the fastest annual pace since December 1981. Though gas prices have fallen slightly from their March highs, the pace of inflation will likely stay high in the months ahead as lockdowns.
Housing Wire
APRIL 12, 2022
Insellerate Customer Experience Platform. Insellerate transforms the Borrower Journey from transaction to relationship creating customers for life. We help you accomplish this through our Customer Experience Platform which delivers CRM, Lead Management, Sales Enablement, Engagement Automation, a Mortgage Specific Content Library, Data Intelligence and Customer For Life Campaigns all in one comprehensive and highly scalable platform.
The Mortgage Report
APRIL 12, 2022
Learn what it means for a home to be in real estate probate and how to navigate this legal process.
Speaker: Abdi Ali, Sr. Lease Accounting Consultant
Join this insightful webinar with industry expert Abdi Ali, who will discuss the challenges that can arise from managing lease accounting with spreadsheets! He will share real-world examples of errors, compliance issues, and risks that may be present within your spreadsheets. Learn how these tools, while useful, can sometimes lead to inefficiencies that affect your time, resources, and peace of mind.
Housing Wire
APRIL 12, 2022
Finicity Mortgage Verification Services (MVS). Solitude Solution contains the complete suite of IDS eClosing services: eSign, eNote, eVault, aThrough its Mortgage Verification Services (MVS) product, Finicity’s open banking platform leverages high-value consumer-permissioned data directly from financial institutions and payroll processors to provide accurate, real-time insights for a GSE-accepted verification of assets, income and employment in a simple 1-touch experience.
HomeLight
APRIL 12, 2022
If you find yourself punching “how fast will my home sell?” into your search bar, you’re not alone. Most home sellers want their home sale process to be quick and painless. Fortunately, the current market is on your side — 84% of recent listings have stayed on the market for less than one month as of February 2022, with homes receiving more offers compared to the same time last year.
Housing Wire
APRIL 12, 2022
Messagepoint. Messagepoint transforms the way borrower communications are managed by giving non-technical content owners intelligent control over the process. Messagepoint’s Cloud-based, AI-powered content hub simplifies and streamlines content authoring, approvals, proofing, and testing to significantly reduce cycle times, costs and improve compliance across all communication channels and touchpoints.
The Mortgage Report
APRIL 12, 2022
Today’s mortgage and refinance rates Average mortgage rates shot up yesterday, hitting a high last seen in 2009. Before then, of course, rates were usually higher or much higher than […].
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In the rapidly changing real estate landscape, achieving profitability requires a strategic approach beyond traditional methods. Our guide, "The 4 Pillars to Brokerage Profitability," outlines four essential pillars for scaling your real estate business: a seamless lead-to-close technology ecosystem, tailored integrated solutions for teams and agents, value-added success services and community support, and consumer-centric operations throughout the full homeownership lifecycle.
Housing Wire
APRIL 12, 2022
BAM Marketplace. BAM MarketplaceTM is the world’s first truly open loan exchange, where buyers can bid regardless of approval status, and sellers receive automated live pricing from every buyer on the platform. A revolutionary new era of maximized liquidity, eliminated barriers, and optimized execution is waiting for you. Join the vanguard of lenders reaping the competitive benefits of BAM Marketplace.
Realty Biz
APRIL 12, 2022
Canada’s prime minister Justin Trudeau has banned foreign buyers from buying homes in the country for two years in an effort to cool off its red-hot housing market. Canadian home prices have risen by more than 50% in the last couple of years, with the average home valued at around $693,000 in U.S. dollars at the end of February. That’s more than nine-times the average household income.
Housing Wire
APRIL 12, 2022
LO ToolKit. LO Toolkit supports loan officers on all key workflows across the entire loan process in one workspace, enabling them to be trusted advisors and operate more efficiently. It provides teams the power to close more loans, faster while reducing origination costs. Product Fast Facts. #1. Quickly qualify borrowers. #2. Enable side-by-side loan scenarios. #3.
Realty Biz
APRIL 12, 2022
If you run a plumbing business and want to differentiate yourself from your competitors, customer service may not be enough. You should expect your competitors to deliver high-quality plumbing services to their customers. Your only chance to stand out is to reach potential customers first and to make them want to choose your services over others that may be cheaper or closer to their homes.
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As the real estate market evolves, technology has become essential for success. According to NAR, only 26% of agents feel their brokerage provides the necessary tech tools and, as a result, agents seek teams and brokerages who prioritize technology investments! Whether you manage an established team or are forming a new one, this guide outlines key considerations and necessary applications to thrive.
Housing Wire
APRIL 12, 2022
Notarize. Notarize is the simpler, smarter, and safer way to notarize documents. See how the Notarize platform powers eClosings by fostering collaboration and offering signers the flexibility to review, sign, and notarize real estate documents from anywhere! Product Fast Facts. #1. Simply sign and notarize documents anywhere, any time, and on any device (mobile, tablet, desktop). #2.
The Close
APRIL 12, 2022
A few years ago, it seemed like every listing agent was making single property websites for their listings. While they’re less prevalent these days, you have a dizzying array of tools available to build one. To make your life a little easier, we created this guide to single property websites for 2022. We’ll share apps that let you build them quickly and easily, tips for website design, and finally, our two cents on whether they’re still worth your hard-earned time and money.
Brownstoner
APRIL 12, 2022
This two-bedroom co-op in a 19th century townhouse has a front-facing balcony with views of Prospect Park, which is just across the street. While the unit is compact, it has a number of appealing features, including two mantels. It's on the top floor of 102 Prospect Park West, a brownstone in… Read More > The post Park Slope Townhouse Two-Bedroom With Mantels, Balcony Overlooking Park Asks $1.2 Million appeared first on Brownstoner.
RIS Media
APRIL 12, 2022
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices has announced the launch of the Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices ‘Pawfect’ Home Sweepstakes, where individuals can enter for a chance to win a custom-built, pint-sized replica of their own home for their loyal companion. “Pets are what make a house a home and we all know when considering a property there’s no denying pets call the shots much more than we give them credit for,” said Christy Budnick, CEO of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices.
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Now more than ever, brokers need to provide agents with the right tools, strategies, and training to effectively demonstrate their expertise, negotiate successfully, and foster strong client relationships. So – what should brokers do to ensure this? Invest in the right technology, continuous education, and innovative marketing strategies that empower agents to stand out in a crowded marketplace.
Brownstoner
APRIL 12, 2022
In the News Basquiat Show Curated by His Sisters Offers Intimate Look at Artist [NYT] ‘Stranger Things: The Experience’ Coming to Brooklyn Navy Yard in May [amNY] Dobbin St to Host a Music Fair on April 16 [Greenpointers] MTA's Reduced-Fare Customers Will Get to Use OMNY This Summer [Gothamist] Anti-Semitic Incidents Are Surging in Post-Pandemic… Read More > The post Daily Links: MTA Says Reduced-Fare Customers Will Have Access to OMNY Card This Summer appeared first on Brownstoner.
RIS Media
APRIL 12, 2022
RE/MAX, LLC has announced the hiring of Ben Fairfield as vice president, region development for the West region. Fairfield has over 16 years of wide-ranging experience in the real estate industry, most recently having launched and built the SUCCESS Coaching program for SUCCESS Enterprises, a subsidiary of eXp World Holdings, Inc., according to the company.
Brownstoner
APRIL 12, 2022
This week, a look back at four of our featured listings from six months ago focuses on homes in Park Slope, Crown Heights and Fort Greene. How did they fare? First up, this Park Slope apartment is not huge, but it does have two bedrooms, fun finishes and a location directly… Read More > The post Brooklyn Real Estate Listings Six Months Later: Three Sold, One Still Available appeared first on Brownstoner.
RIS Media
APRIL 12, 2022
Why do real estate agents work so hard to acquire new clients rather than maximizing repeat business with past clients and existing relationships? According to the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR), 90% of homeowners say they’ll use their agent again, but only 12% actually do. How can we retain past clients and build loyalty during those dormant years when they’re not actively buying or selling?
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Navigated 360° tours, like YourVRTours, advance pipelines by engaging clients further along the sales funnel. These immersive experiences provide comprehensive property insights, increasing buyer intent and readiness. By embracing navigated tours, agents can optimize property exposure, better qualify leads, and streamline the sales process. Stay ahead in the ever-evolving real estate landscape with innovative technology that elevates buyer journeys and progresses pipelines more effectively.
BubbleInfo
APRIL 12, 2022
[link] More people continue to get their real estate license. It looks like there have been around 8,000 new licensees in each of the last 2-3 quarters! There are somewhere between 15,000 and 20,000 dues-paying realtors already in San Diego County, and last month there were 3,198 residential sales on the MLS… for the whole county! […].
RIS Media
APRIL 12, 2022
When we think about tools and the people who use them, we tend to automatically think of mechanics and woodworkers. But the truth is, I can’t think of a profession where success isn’t dependent on having and using appropriate tools—and that includes real estate. You might not realize it, but if you’ve had any sort of success in this industry, it’s because you had access to and used tools.
Realty Biz
APRIL 12, 2022
Whether you’re buying or selling your home, having the right real estate professional at your side as a supportive but firm friend to guide you through the process and the state of housing in your area can save you time, headache, and, ultimately, money. It’s worth it, therefore, to invest time first in defining what you need, then researching and interviewing real estate agents until you find someone who aligns with your goals.
RIS Media
APRIL 12, 2022
Many successful agents start a real estate team with enthusiasm and drive, but then face confusion and uncertainty as they get going. How do you go from being a high producer to a strong leader? How can you feel confident that your agents will treat people as you would, establish a strong referral network and close sales? Valuable real estate training is the answer.
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