Housing Wire

DECEMBER 17, 2020

The average U.S. mortgage rate for a 30-year fixed loan fell four basis point this week to 2.67% – the lowest rate in the Freddie Mac ’s Primary Mortgage Market Survey’s near 50-year history. This week’s mortgage rate broke the previous record set on Dec. 3 and is the first time the survey has witnessed it fall below 2.7%. “The housing market continues to surge higher and support an otherwise stagnant economy that has lost momentum in the last couple of months,” said Sam Khater, Fred

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Keeping Current Matters

DECEMBER 17, 2020

In a year that was financially devastating for many Americans, some good news for most homeowners is the dramatic gain in home equity over the last twelve months. Last week, CoreLogic released its 2020 3rd Quarter Homeowner Equity Insights report, which reveals four major findings: S. homeowners with mortgages have seen their equity increase by a total of $1 trillion since the third quarter of 2019.

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Housing Wire

DECEMBER 17, 2020

2020 has been a remarkably strong year for the housing market. Sales volume has remained elevated compared to last year since about mid-June, home values are growing more quickly than they have in 15 years and homes are typically selling a full three weeks faster than a year ago. Incredibly, next year’s housing market outlook is poised to be much stronger.

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Realtor.com

DECEMBER 17, 2020

brizmaker/Getty Images The coronavirus pandemic has brought about a new appreciation of backyards and other outdoor spaces. With many of us spending hours and hours at home, we’re all looking for places to relax other than the living room sofa and kitchen. If you have a yard with ample space for you and your family, consider yourself blessed. But in 2021, outdoor space owners might want to consider taking it up a notch with one of the most sought-after features: an outdoor kitchen.

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Housing Wire

DECEMBER 17, 2020

The coronavirus is raging. Eleven million workers are unemployed. And at the end of this month — absent immediate and urgent action by Congress and the administration — millions of American families will be put into eviction and foreclosure proceedings that will take them from their homes at the worst possible moment. Since the coronavirus began spreading, home has been the first line of defense.

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Realtor.com

DECEMBER 17, 2020

Sergey Ryumin/Getty Images; realtor.com There are few things we love more than a great home transformation, and 2020 did not let us down. In two of our most beloved series—” Lessons From Listing Photos ” and “ What the Flip? “—we took a look inside properties that were once worse for wear but now have a whole new life. Each story featured some seriously jaw-dropping before and after photos as well as insight from design and real estate experts about the smart cosmetic and

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Realtor.com

DECEMBER 17, 2020

Andy Landgraf A huge piece of property in Hawaii with ties to Hollywood is now on the market for $45 million. Located on the North Shore of the island of Oahu , the storied Dillingham Ranch spans 2,740 acres and stretches from the ocean to the mountains. “I think it’s one of the largest contiguous land offerings in the state of Hawaii right now,” says the listing agent, Matt Beall.

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Brownstoner

DECEMBER 17, 2020

The look of a popular stretch of Williamsburg is changing once again. In November 2019, we noticed that a number of long-empty storefronts on North 6th Street were suddenly filling up. Warby Parker, Madewell, Everlane and others had recently moved in, transforming a block once populated by meat markets, then popular… Read More > The post Empty Retail Spaces Mark a Popular Stretch in Williamsburg Once Again appeared first on Brownstoner.

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The Mortgage Report

DECEMBER 17, 2020

As a senior, you can likely buy a home or refinance using social security income, retirement funds, and other assets. Here's how to do it.

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Realty Biz

DECEMBER 17, 2020

Video streaming giant Netflix wants to help put a stop to what it calls systematic racism in the U.S. housing industry. It has stepped in with a $25 million grant to a wider national effort that aims to combat discrimination in housing. The funds are being made available to Enterprise Community Partners, which is a nonprofit group that has been building and financing affordable housing for the past four decades.

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Easy Agent Pro

DECEMBER 17, 2020

The difference between fearlessness and bravery is that “… fearlessness is a state of being and bravery is a choice,” according to Tanner Christensen at creativesomething.net. “… you can’t control your fear response. Bravery, however, is the choice to act despite the fear.”. Real estate can be a scary business for some. It’s an act of faith, really, to work your hiney off with no guarantee of a paycheck.

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Realty Biz

DECEMBER 17, 2020

2020 has been a year where people have spent the most time at home in recent memory. Most individuals have spent more time at home than ever before with closures of restaurants and other businesses. Turning the home into a more livable space needs to be the goal during this time. For those that are lucky enough to have kept their jobs, the money they are saving by staying home can be used for home improvements and renovations.

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Better Dwelling

DECEMBER 17, 2020

Canadian real estate owners are still falling into arrears at a higher rate. Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC) data shows an uptick in arrears during Q2 2020. The agency notes the trend wasn’t just in one type of lender either. It was right across all segments of lenders. Mortgage Delinquencies and Arrears Rates In […]. The post Canada’s National Housing Agency Finds Uptick In Mortgages In Arrears At Lenders appeared first on Better Dwelling.

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RIS Media

DECEMBER 17, 2020

The holidays are here and in full swing. You may be looking for a last-minute gift for the real estate agent in your life. Here are some top gift ideas to help agents grow their business or to help them relax after a long day. 1. Real Estate Books. As we’ve seen changes in technology and the economy, there have been a ton of new ways for agents to generate new leads, network with other agents and nurture their contacts.

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Brownstoner

DECEMBER 17, 2020

An affordable housing lottery has opened for six apartments in a five-story building at 855 Dekalb Avenue, between Marcus Garvey and Throop, in Bed Stuy. All six of the affordable apartments are two-bedroom units with a monthly rent of $2,350. This is only $50 less than market rate two-bedroom units and… Read More > The post Affordable Housing Lottery Opens for Bed Stuy Two-Bedrooms Renting for $2,350 a Month appeared first on Brownstoner.

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The Mortgage Report

DECEMBER 17, 2020

Today’s mortgage and refinance rates Average mortgage rates barely moved yesterday, inching just the tiniest bit higher. So they remain indistinguishable from their recent all-time low. And mortgage rates might […].

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Eye on Housing

DECEMBER 17, 2020

Single-family starts leveled off in November, according to data from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development and the Census Bureau. Single-family construction is up 10.1% year-to-date, with notable gains in 2020 for the Midwest, parts of the West and other lower-density markets. The pace of single-family starts in November was the highest production rate since the spring of.

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RIS Media

DECEMBER 17, 2020

Client testimonials can be highly effective marketing endorsements. In a service-oriented field like real estate, testimonials give people an important glimpse of what it will be like to work with you and what level of service you provide. Testimonials can also help reassure potential clients that you’re trustworthy, professional and knowledgeable.

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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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Waterfront Properties

DECEMBER 17, 2020

A recent study suggests that one of the favorite holiday drinks and favorite to drink during the cooler temperatures can do more than just warm you up. Hot chocolate has been found to boost brain power. The recent study combined efforts between the University of Birmingham in the UK and the University of Illinois. The first part of the study was conducted on young males between the ages of 18 and 40 years old.

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RIS Media

DECEMBER 17, 2020

Plawker Real Estate in Bergen County, New Jersey, recently announced that it has joined forces with Howard Hanna Rand Realty. The Plawker Real Estate office will now operate as Howard Hanna Rand Realty – Plawker Group. Additionally, the Plawker Commercial office will now operate as Rand Commercial – Plawker Group. “I have so much respect for Terry, Adam and Barri Plawker, and we are thrilled to welcome them to the Howard Hanna Rand family,” said Matt Rand, CEO of Rand Rea

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Brownstoner

DECEMBER 17, 2020

Former NBA player and current head coach of the Brooklyn Nets Steve Nash has settled down not far from Barclays Center. Property records show that Nash purchased a Neo-Grec brick townhouse in Cobble Hill for $4.995 million. The New York Post was the first to report the news. The interior… Read More > The post Brooklyn Nets Coach Steve Nash Scoops Up Cobble Hill Townhouse for $4.995 Million appeared first on Brownstoner.

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RIS Media

DECEMBER 17, 2020

(TNS)—A new survey found that recreational vehicle rentals will remain strong in 2021, with millennials showing the greatest interest. According to an RV rental marketplace RVshare study, 73 percent of millennial respondents indicated they are likely to rent an RV next year, followed by Generation X at 59 percent and baby boomers at 47 percent. Overall, the ongoing coronavirus outbreak has caused a major spike in interest in RV rentals, with almost 80 percent of RVshare’s bookings being ma

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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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Brownstoner

DECEMBER 17, 2020

Located in the Park Slope Historic District, this rental in an 1880s brownstone boasts two outdoor spaces as well as mantels, a pier mirror, wainscoting and other original details. It takes up the parlor and garden levels of 826 Union Street, located two blocks away from Grand Army Plaza. The Neo-Grec… Read More > The post Park Slope Duplex With Mantels, Private Garden, in-Unit Laundry Asks $5,300 a Month appeared first on Brownstoner.

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Realtor.com

DECEMBER 17, 2020

realtor.com, Steven Ferdman/AFP via Getty Images After three years and multiple price cuts, “Real Housewives of New Jersey” star Melissa Gorga and her husband, Joe , have finally sold their custom-built home for $2.5 million. “Our family home for the last 12 years is officially sold,” Gorga posted to her Instagram account. “We’ve made so many memories in this home.

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RIS Media

DECEMBER 17, 2020

The best thing about travel is all the sights, smells, sounds and local cuisine to be discovered on the journey. But with in-person travel still restricted, there is a passable and free alternative. While they may not appease all your senses, you may be surprised at the quality of most virtual tours. Try a few of these to start: Attenborough’s Great Barrier Reef – Sir David Attenborough, who has been diving into Australia’s coral reefs for 60 years, takes you on an interactive excursion in

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Lab Coat Agents

DECEMBER 17, 2020

Imagine someone finds your realty website or Facebook business page. It doesn’t matter how—a Google search, a paid ad, a link from another website, a listing site like Zillow or Trulia … whatever. There they are, looking at those web assets you invested all that time and money crafting into an irresistible customer journey. But something goes wildly wrong.

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RIS Media

DECEMBER 17, 2020

The housing market continued its extraordinary half-year run of high activity, with November 2020 home sales up almost 20 percent over November 2019—establishing a new high for the month in the 13-year history of the report. November did experience the normal seasonal decline from October, with home sales decreasing 14.5 percent month-to-month, but that drop was in line with the 12 percent average of the past five years.

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Real Estate Investar

DECEMBER 17, 2020

It's tempting to throw out the property investment 'to-do' list when December comes around, with the best of intentions, to give it another go next year. If you ticked off your goals this year and grew your portfolio successfully, congratulations, it's time to put your feet up! However, if you didn't quite manage to do everything you wanted to do with your property in 2020, then maybe it's time to take some action while everyone else is winding down?

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RIS Media

DECEMBER 17, 2020

With the holiday season in full swing, it’s only natural that you’re not focusing on your 2021 business plan at the moment. However, you’d be wise to freshen up on some home-staging ideas when you find some free time in between wrapping presents. Like most real estate professionals, it’s likely been months since you last conducted home showings in earnest.

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Notorious ROB

DECEMBER 17, 2020

Welcome to the fifth installment of an annual tradition around here: the Seven Most Interesting People in Real Estate, the 2020 Pandemic Edition. This was a weird year, to say the least, and it isn’t over as I start this post. You know that word that was so popular all through 2020? “Unprecedented?” Yeah, unprecedented. Read more. The post The Seven Most Interesting People in Real Estate in 2020: The Unprecedented Edition appeared first on NotoriousROB.

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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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