Housing Wire
APRIL 7, 2021
In what will be known to future generations as the Great Reshuffling, a recent Zillow survey showed that more than 1 in 10 Americans reported moving in the past 12 months, either by choice or by circumstance. And now, with the COVID-19 vaccine circulating and the economy slowly regaining strength, Zillow researchers say millions of additional households could enter the housing market in 2021.
Keeping Current Matters
APRIL 7, 2021
Last Friday, the Bureau of Labor Statistics released a very encouraging jobs report. The economy gained 916,000 jobs in March – well above expert projections of 650,000 to 675,000. The unemployment rate fell again and is now at 6%. What does this mean for you? Our lives are deeply impacted by our nation’s economy. The better the economy is doing overall, the better most individuals in the country will do as well.
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Housing Wire
APRIL 7, 2021
Home sellers are chomping at the bit. As the economy reopens, vaccinations continue to roll out and stimulus checks reach bank accounts across America, home sellers are increasingly optimistic. And despite fierce bidding wars, competition from institutional investors and sore wrists from writing dozens of heartfelt letters to home sellers, even buyers are growing in courage these days.
Eye on Housing
APRIL 7, 2021
A multigenerational home is desirable to some buyers, but not to all. According to What Home Buyers Want, 2021 Edition*, buyers are evenly divided when it comes to the desire for a home designed to house the buyer as well as a younger generation and an older generation: 39% would prefer such a home, but 39% would be against it.
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Housing Wire
APRIL 7, 2021
Chances are, you know someone who owns a home. Whether it’s a sibling, friend, or co-worker, you’ve seen someone go through the first-time home buying process – and it probably looked really complicated. At least, more complicated than simply paying rent to a landlord every month. While owning a home is rewarding, the process can be a lot of work.
Better Dwelling
APRIL 7, 2021
One of the country’s top economists is calling bullsh*t on the supply-price narrative. BMO chief economist Douglas Porter sent a client note disputing an inventory shortage. He thinks it’s important to “crush” two myths about Greater Toronto’s blowout home sales in March. Let’s dive into that take. Myth 1: Last March Sales Were Distorted By […].
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Realty Biz
APRIL 7, 2021
The real estate industry has been in disarray since the pandemic began wreaking havoc on the economy and pretty much everything else in its path. Home prices are rising, interest rates are declining, and the industry as a whole looks a whole lot different than it did before COVID-19. Let’s take a look at some current trends in the real estate industry and explore how they’ve impacted the market and essential services. 1.
Housing Wire
APRIL 7, 2021
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau recently released to Congress the 2020 Consumer Response report. While overall complaints were up 54% year-over-year, complaints against mortgage companies were up just 7.5%, and complaints against mortgage servicers were actually down, by 3.5%. These results are notable considering the sheer speed and impact the pandemic had on the mortgage finance industry.
Realtor.com
APRIL 7, 2021
If you’re buying a home, the listing likely includes the square footage, a key selling point. But if you make an offer that’s accepted and you’ve moved onto the home appraisal step in the process, you might be shocked to find out that the appraiser ‘s square footage is different from what’s on the listing. What gives? Square footage , you may recall, is calculated when you measure how much floor space there is in a home.
Housing Wire
APRIL 7, 2021
Mortgage applications decreased for the fifth straight week – this time down 5.1%, according to the latest report from the Mortgage Bankers Association. As has been the case for several weeks now, rising mortgage rates and low inventory are contributing to the slowdown in mortgage applications, said Joel Kan, MBA’s associate vice president of economic and industry forecasting. “The rapidly recovering economy and improving job market is generating sizeable home-buying demand, but acti
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Brownstoner
APRIL 7, 2021
A short stroll from Prospect Park along Carroll Street brings you to a row of Romanesque Revival brick and brownstone row houses constructed in the 1890s, including No. 825, which is on the market for the first time in decades. The two-family house still has its distinctive details on the… Read More > The post Late Victorian Park Slope Row House With Wood Burning Fireplaces, Built-ins Asks $4.7 Million appeared first on Brownstoner.
Housing Wire
APRIL 7, 2021
Notarize announced Wednesday that it will now allow independent notaries – of which there are 4.4 million in the U.S. – to utilize its software and platform for their own independent transactions. The software will be available to notaries in Washington and Tennessee in May and Notarize officials said the other 29 RON-approved states will have access by the end of the summer.
RIS Media
APRIL 7, 2021
MoxiWorks recently announced their new partnership with CENTURY 21 Canada. The partnership gives CENTURY 21 Canada REALTORS® access to MoxiWorks’ suite of technology through a new platform called HUB21. This platform, powered by MoxiWorks, is now available to all CENTURY 21 Canada Realtors. HUB21, powered by MoxiWorks, is built by real estate for real estate with an emphasis on sphere selling, making agents great with the people who already know, like and trust them.
Housing Wire
APRIL 7, 2021
First introduced in 2010, HousingWire’s Women of Influence award recognizes outstanding women in housing who are moving markets and paving the way for other women around them to do the same. Last year’s winners were truly outstanding and exemplified what it means to be a leader in both their organizations and their communities. Here are just a few their accomplishments: Since Pam Faulkner joined SimpleNexus in February 2019, the company posted quadruple-digit growth and has grown its
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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.
Realtor.com
APRIL 7, 2021
Bloomberg / Contributor / Getty Images At last—moving day has arrived! Vice President Kamala Harris finally resides in her official residence on the grounds of the U.S. Naval Observatory. Why the long wait, given she was sworn in three months ago? It’s because her six-bedroom, 9,000-square-foot home at 1 Observatory Circle was undergoing some extensive renovations both inside and outside that took all this time to complete.
Realty Biz
APRIL 7, 2021
The remote work trend has caused a lot of people to become more attached to their pets as they spend more time with their furry companions. Now, some companies are trying to entice their staff back to the office by making accommodations for pet-friendly work spaces. A recent survey from Canfield Pet Hospital and OnePoll found that just over 50% of C-suite executives say they are considering allowing their staff to bring their pets to the office with them when they can finally return to work phys
The Mortgage Report
APRIL 7, 2021
Today’s mortgage and refinance rates Average mortgage rates fell moderately yesterday, as we predicted. It’s been nearly a week since we’ve seen a rise. And that happy run may continue […].
RIS Media
APRIL 7, 2021
Drive Sales and Increase Agent Income by Consistently Using These Methods. Running a brokerage or an office comes with a lot of responsibility. Along with recruiting and training, you have individual transaction issues that come across your desk or email inbox daily, as well as all of the necessary administrative activities to keep the company running.
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.
The Mortgage Report
APRIL 7, 2021
USDA loan limits have changed. New USDA loan limits range from $285K to $657K depending on your area. Find out how much house you can afford.
The American Genius for Real Estate
APRIL 7, 2021
(REAL ESTATE MARKETING) The title tag has been a hard and fast rule for a long time according to many SEO experts, but this Google dev recently busted this hard-n-fast rule. The post Old SEO myth busted: Google dev confirms there is no max length on title tag appeared first on The American Genius Real Estate.
RIS Media
APRIL 7, 2021
We’ve all lost touch with leads before. While reaching back out can feel awkward at first, it doesn’t have to be! You’ll never know where these leads stand unless you ask, and you could score a potential buyer or seller when you do. Use these dialogues when reconnecting with old leads so you’ll always know what to say. Old Buyer Lead.
Waterfront Properties
APRIL 7, 2021
The River Center in Jupiter is open to the public on selected days of the week for tours and events. The Loxahatchee River Environmental Center or just The River Center opened in August 2008 and features a collection of freshwater and saltwater aquariums with native sea life including touch tanks. The mission of the River Center is to foster a sense of environmental stewardship for the Loxahatchee River’s diverse watershed through quality exhibits, educational programs, and meaningful events.
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.
Swiftlane
APRIL 7, 2021
A wireless intercom system is a means of communication with a building occupant without having to install wiring or hardwire a system throughout the building. Wireless intercoms are now becoming popular for two reasons: They are a less cumbersome, more efficient replacement for buildings looking to upgrade from a traditional wired intercom system They offer […].
Point2Homes
APRIL 7, 2021
Image: Prostock-studio / Sthutterstock.com. You’ve probably already rearranged the furniture, redecorated and painted your home till now. Or at the very least, you’ve thought about it. If you’re looking for the next improvement to make your home an even better place to live, learn, work and play, perhaps it’s time to give it some good energy. Feng shui is an ancient Chinese practice that believes we must be in harmony with nature and our environment in order to live our best life.
Sotheby's International Real Estate
APRIL 7, 2021
Featuring curated videos from the most sought-after destinations the world over, discover this week’s V ideo of the Week. ?. Middletown, Rhode Island | LeAnne West, Gustave White Sotheby’s International Realty . In 1856, the Hoppin family hired Richard Upjohn to design what is now a nationally registered Italianate stick-style estate. Privacy abounds as this handsome property is sited on a 1 1/2 acre lot with mature landscaping with room for the installation of a pool and other outbuildin
Brownstoner
APRIL 7, 2021
A pair of new towers, both featuring giant murals, are planned for a busy stretch on the border of Crown Heights and Prospect Heights. The buildings will be constructed across two lots, which are located at 1034 and 1042 Atlantic Avenue (the latter also faces Pacific) in Crown Heights. The developer,… Read More > The post Pair of Buildings, One With a Youth Center, Proposed for Busy Atlantic Avenue Corridor appeared first on Brownstoner.
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Realtor.com
APRIL 7, 2021
Leon Bennett/WireImage Having a massive sense of mansion déjà vu? We don’t blame you. The lakefront compound in Windermere, FL , owned by the basketball Hall of Famer Shaquille O’Neal has floated back on the market after a deal reportedly fell through in February. Before that deal collapsed, the mansion, which was customized to fit O’Neal’s oversized personality, had bounced on and off the market for years.
RIS Media
APRIL 7, 2021
Portals did not always represent a threat to brokerages. Before the days of digital, there were not any true disruptors in the industry. There were some different business models, like RE/MAX charging fees to agents rather than commission splits. There were also FSBO (For Sale by Owner) limited-service providers. But at the end of the day, traditional real estate was broker vs. broker.
Realtor.com
APRIL 7, 2021
Instagram We’re all spending more time on our phones than we probably should, so while you’re there, why not get some fresh inspiration for your next makeover project? We believe that not all scrolling is created equal, which is why we created this list of some of the best home design accounts on Instagram—and a few hints on where to snag their one-of-a-kind decor.
REM Online
APRIL 7, 2021
The following content may have been republished here without the author's permission. The original post can be found at the following URL: Linda Pinizzotto: “I can negotiate anything. That’s my forte.”. Please visit REMonline.com for more content like this, and contact web@remonline.com to inform us of any unauthorized reproduction. “I can negotiate anything.
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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