Housing Wire

MAY 1, 2023

Recently, the director of the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) issued a statement clarifying the agency’s rationale for changes to loan level pricing adjustment (LLPA) fees going into effect on May 1. The changes have created some controversy due to the fact that better credit quality borrowers will experience higher fees after May 1 than under the current LLPA grids and vice versa for lower credit quality borrowers.

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Real Estate News

MAY 1, 2023

The new mortgage fee structure taking effect today is an attempt by the FHFA to create "equitable and sustainable access to homeownership.

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Housing Wire

MAY 1, 2023

With lenders competing for every purchase transaction, some may be dusting off products they haven’t used in years or expanding their credit box to accommodate more borrowers and increase access to homeownership. Ensuring that creativity doesn’t compromise compliance takes serious research and constant QC system updating. We’ve asked Phillip McCall, president and chief operating officer at ACES Quality Management , how lenders can keep up with new and upcoming regulations to maintain loan qualit

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Keeping Current Matters

MAY 1, 2023

Wondering if you should continue renting or if you should by a home this year?

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Housing Wire

MAY 1, 2023

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) announced on Monday a proposed rule that seeks to bolster consumer protections for borrowers seeking Property Assessed Clean Energy ( PACE ) financing for home renovations. These loans, which are often used to finance environmentally-minded renovations, like the addition of solar panels, have led to financial instability for some borrowers.

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Inman

MAY 1, 2023

Loan-level pricing adjustments — a fee on mortgages — led to widespread misinformation leading up to the May 1 hike. Inman spoke to experts about what the changes mean for homeowners.

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Inman

MAY 1, 2023

We asked top-performing luxury agents for their take on why mentorship drives such success for luxury professionals, whether they’re new to the business or seasoned experts.

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RIS Media

MAY 1, 2023

Real Estate Webmasters (REW) is taking on a huge challenge. The worldwide leader in real estate websites, lead generation and CRM is building a global MLS and leveraging new artificial intelligence technologies via OpenAI/ChatGPT. With the help of its new AI Robot, REWPert, the company’s goal is to solve the global problem of consumer access… The post May Real Estate Magazine Cover Story: Global MLS + AI appeared first on RISMedia.

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Inman

MAY 1, 2023

Inman reached out to the many real estate professionals who've been impacted and inspired by Chris during her tenure to get their thoughts on her legacy and her influence.

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NAR: Economic Outlook

MAY 1, 2023

Pending Sales Dip in March 2023 NAR released a summary of pending home sales data showing that March's pending home sales pace fell 5.2% last month and 23.2% from a year ago.

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Inman

MAY 1, 2023

Berkshire Hathaway Vice Chair Charlie Munger warned of "trouble ahead" for the U.S. commercial property market as federal regulators seized First Republic Bank early Monday morning.

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RIS Media

MAY 1, 2023

Software company CubiCasa has partnered with Bright MLS, the second largest Multiple Listing Service (MLS) in the country, to offer CubiCasa’s easy-to-use floor plan creation app to Bright subscribers. The collaboration will expand the use of floor plans on listings within the Bright MLS membership pool. “Bright has identified visual media, including floor plans, as… The post In New Partnership, CubiCasa’s Floor Plans App Is Coming to Bright MLS appeared first on RISMedia.

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Inman

MAY 1, 2023

Stay ahead of the competition with the latest luxury market insights and data from David Friedman, co-founder of WealthQuotient.

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The Close

MAY 1, 2023

Cue the Zillow jokes (my favorite: the “a” in Zillow stands for accuracy), but love it, hate it, or really really hate it, the Zestimate is here to stay. We’ve seen it all: the homeowner who sends screenshots at midnight of a Zestimate change, the client who ignores local expertise in favor of the Zestimate, and the buyer who wants to offer far less than the Zestimate because there’s no way it’s valid.

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Inman

MAY 1, 2023

For the first time in its history, Inman recognized more than 120 companies for their influence and ingenuity in the mortgage and financial services space.

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RIS Media

MAY 1, 2023

Forbes Global Properties, a curated consumer marketplace of luxury homes and an invitation-only membership network of top real estate firms, has released this month’s Luxury Agent Poll. When asked about a seller’s tolerance for negotiability in the current market, 62% of Forbes Global Properties domestic experts reported an acceptable range of just 0-5% under the… The post Survey: Spring Sellers Are Open to Minimal Property-Price Negotiation appeared first on RISMedia.

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Bigger Pockets

MAY 1, 2023

Real estate has many enduring truths, but these are the 11 that are total must-haves. Unlock the secrets (but no-so secret) to success here!

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Maximum Exposure Real Estate

MAY 1, 2023

What Questions Can You Expect from Lenders? Are you interested in knowing what questions a mortgage lender will ask you when getting a loan to buy a house? The questions mortgage lenders will ask potential borrowers are pretty straightforward. Applying for a mortgage can be intimidating—you know they will ask you many questions and request […] The post Questions a Mortgage Lender Will Ask When Providing Home Loans appeared first on Maximum Real Estate Exposure.

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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.

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Broke Agent Media

MAY 1, 2023

Let’s dive into an issue that is often overlooked in the world of real estate: Shame. Shame is a feeling that we all experience, yet it’s a topic that we often shy away from discussing. We’ve all been there, scrolling through Instagram and seeing a colleague who’s closed another million-dollar deal, won another award, or gone viral with their content.

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RIS Media

MAY 1, 2023

The luxury housing market in the first quarter of 2023 is currently in the midst of an ongoing re-alignment from its overheated state of the last two years, yet it remains resilient as high-net-worth consumers continue to view real estate as a sound investment. This is all despite gyrations in financial institutions and global governments,… The post Demand for Luxury Housing Outpaces Supply Moving Further Into 2023 appeared first on RISMedia.

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The American Genius for Real Estate

MAY 1, 2023

Seeing the difference homeownership made for her, this Realtor decided that it was her next calling to highlight affordable housing.

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Broke Agent Media

MAY 1, 2023

It’s already May. This year is basically over. Forget the intro. Let’s get into some content ideas. HOLIDAYS May 4th: Star Wars Day Share some Star Wars Memes/real estate memes. Use Star Wars audio like “The Force” and try to make one of these happen with your hand: getting an offer accepted, opening a lock box, turning off the lights, etc. Maybe throw a Yoda quote up on your IG story and see if any of your clients are nerds like YOU!

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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.

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BubbleInfo

MAY 1, 2023

The lower-end is sizzling with more pendings than active listings, and the higher-end really isn’t bad either with a ratio under 4:1 (there were years when the RSF market was 10:1): The unsold listings should start stacking up by next month and the number of actives drift higher until August/September.

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Broke Agent Media

MAY 1, 2023

It’s already May. This year is basically over. Forget the intro. Let’s get into some content ideas. HOLIDAYS May 4th: Star Wars Day Share some Star Wars Memes/real estate memes. Use Star Wars audio like “The Force” and try to make one of these happen with your hand: getting an offer accepted, opening a lock box, turning off the lights, etc. Maybe throw a Yoda quote up on your IG story and see if any of your clients are nerds like YOU!

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RISMedia

MAY 1, 2023

By Dixie Somers Adding value to your home doesn't always have to be a big project. Small add-ons such as updated appliances and curb appeal can make a lasting impression that will increase the overall worth of your property. Investing in these updates can help you create a space that stands out from the rest, […] The post Invest in the Best: 5 Home Add-Ons That Add Value to Your Property appeared first on RISMedia's Housecall.

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Sotheby's International Real Estate

MAY 1, 2023

From a spectacular contemporary home in Scottsdale, Arizona, to an elegant estate in Calgary, Canada, these are this month’s five featured notable properties for sale over $10 million. Turtle Tail, Turks and Caicos Islands Nina Siegenthaler, Joe Zahm | Turks & Caicos Sotheby’s International Realty Above clear turquoise waters, carved into the organic ridge of the elevated iron shore landscape at the outpost of the Turtle Tail peninsula, is Nivå, a site with sunrise and sunset vistas de

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RISMedia

MAY 1, 2023

By Kara Masterson Summer is here, and it brings with it a lot of heat, making it necessary to keep your home cool and comfortable. However, before you break your bank, you can take precautionary measures to keep your home cool and save on the power bill. Cooling your home can be challenging during those […] The post Combat the Summer Heat With These Preventative Measures appeared first on RISMedia's Housecall.

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Seattle Times Real Estate

MAY 1, 2023

On the first day of Amazon's return to office, South Lake Union was quiet but not silent as business owners hoped for a rush and workers prepared for a change.

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Realty Biz

MAY 1, 2023

WhatsApp has become one of the most popular messaging apps worldwide, with over 2 billion active users in 180 countries. It’s a powerful tool that has revolutionized the way people communicate, and its potential applications are numerous, including in the real estate industry. For real estate agents, WhatsApp can be an effective tool for building relationships with clients, providing customer service, and facilitating transactions.

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Toronto Realty Blog

MAY 1, 2023

TorontoRealtyBlog Here it is, enjoy! Thanks for viewing, and feel free to ask follow-up questions below! The post Interview With Mortgage Broker, Tony Della Sciucca! appeared first on Toronto Realty Blog.

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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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