Real Estate News

MAY 19, 2024

A “consumer-centric” approach to buy-side commissions is better for all agents, industry leaders say. Here’s why, and what you need to know about the DOJ.

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Realty Biz

MAY 19, 2024

Are you wondering how to stage a home that needs an overhaul due to its condition? Selling a house in need of repairs can be challenging. However, you can enhance its appeal with strategic staging and attract potential buyers without completing all the repairs. I will provide tips and advice on how you can accomplish your goal of selling fast without investing a ton of money: How to highlight the home's potential and minimize flaws.

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Bigger Pockets

MAY 19, 2024

Financing rental properties is a common roadblock that prevents many rookies from investing in real estate, but finding a great lender doesn’t have to be difficult!

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Marco Santarelli

MAY 19, 2024

Luxury home prices are on an upward trajectory, defying expectations and setting new benchmarks, particularly in select cities across the United States. Forget the coasts, these high-end homes are booming in unexpected cities like Savannah & Raleigh. Over the past few years, the market of high-end real estate has undergone significant transformations, fueled by various factors including shifts in lifestyle preferences and economic dynamics.

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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.

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Bigger Pockets

MAY 19, 2024

“Subject to” real estate has been exploding in popularity. When mortgage rates began to rise, subject to (often called sub to) came in as the hero to save the day.

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Marco Santarelli

MAY 19, 2024

Revised mortgage forecasts for 2024 predict HIGHER rates. Can you still snag your dream home? At the start of 2024, many homebuyers anticipated a dream scenario: falling interest rates leading to a more affordable and accessible housing market. Unfortunately, that dream has faded faster than springtime flowers. As we approach the halfway mark of the year, let's dissect the latest expert predictions on mortgage rates and home prices to help you chart your course in this ever-changing market.

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Brownstoner

MAY 19, 2024

The most popular real estate listings on Brownstoner this week include a row house in Fort Greene, a wood frame in Greenpoint, and a standalone in Crown Heights. Popular listings were scattered around the borough this week, from Flatlands to Greenpoint. The least expensive property on the list is a Boerum… Read More > The post Top 10 Brooklyn Real Estate Listings: A Flatlands Standalone, a Boerum Hill Co-op appeared first on Brownstoner.

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Seattle Times Real Estate

MAY 19, 2024

Assumable mortgages — or low-rate mortgages that home buyers can take over from home sellers — are making a comeback. The process can be challenging.

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Bigger Pockets

MAY 19, 2024

Owning real estate could get expensive—yes, even more expensive than it already is today.

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BubbleInfo

MAY 19, 2024

Here I talk about the current market conditions and how they relate to our new listing in NE Carlsbad. It’s a real mis-match too, with estate sales supplying much of the inventory when a majority of buyers want turnkey only. The post The Buyer Pool first appeared on bubbleinfo.com.

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BAM Media

MAY 19, 2024

BAM Key Details: Zillow released its Housing Market Report for April 2024, highlighting the best markets for homebuyers. Florida and Texas have seven of the top 10 metro areas listed, thanks to strong construction numbers, which have eased buyer competition. Seven of the top 10 markets for homebuyers are in Texas and Florida. According to Zillow’s latest housing market report for April 2024, most of the 50 largest U.S. metros favor home sellers.

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Marco Santarelli

MAY 19, 2024

The housing market continues to be a two-sided coin. Let's dissect the latest data for April 2024 and unpack its meaning for real estate investors, incorporating the nitty-gritty details to inform your investment strategies. Housing Starts and Permits Fall Short as Mortgage Rates Rise Rising Rates Put Builders on Hold (Building Permits Down) Spiking mortgage rates are causing builders to hit the pause button.

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