Keeping Current Matters

NOVEMBER 27, 2020

Some Highlights. Buying a home can be intimidating if you’re not familiar with the terms used throughout the process. To point you in the right direction, here’s a list of some of the most common language you’ll hear along the way. The best way to ensure your homebuying process is a positive one is to find a real estate professional who will guide you through every aspect of the transaction with ‘the heart of a teacher’ by putting your needs first.

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NOVEMBER 27, 2020

"Home Alone": 20th Century Fox; house: Wikipedia/Creative Commons With the holidays in full swing but COVID-19 keeping many of us at home, it’s a prime opportunity to binge-watch some holiday movies—and one must-watch is “Home Alone,” which turns 30 years old this year. This classic John Hughes film from 1990 stars a young Macaulay Culkin as Kevin McCallister , a precocious 8-year-old accidentally abandoned by his large, chaotic family when they jet off to Paris.

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Sotheby's International Real Estate

NOVEMBER 27, 2020

Highlights from this week’s top news stories on luxury and global real estate, art, collectibles, and home. Orem, Utah | Kerry Oman , Summit Sotheby’s International Realty . With almost 22,000 square feet of space and a host of recreational activities to offer, 1709 South Geneva Road has plenty of room and enough activities to keep everyone entertained.

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Realtor.com

NOVEMBER 27, 2020

comzeal/Getty Images With the coronavirus pandemic likely to stretch into next year, many people are spending more time than ever before in their homes—but some are ready to find a new place altogether. Cue the U-Haul trucks. Nearly half of Americans, 46%, are considering moving within the next year, according to a recent LendingTree survey. The online financial services marketplace based the report on a survey of more than 2,000 participants in September.

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Speaker: Jady West, VP of Hospitality & Chris Bennett, Head of Sales & Engineering

The modern hotel room is no longer just a place to stay—it’s an experience to remember. Today’s guests expect seamless 5G connectivity, personalized comfort, and high-tech convenience. From AI-powered smart room controls to in-room entertainment and app-based services, technology is redefining hospitality from the inside out. In this new session featuring industry pros Jady West and Chris Bennett, we’ll explore how high-speed, high-bandwidth connectivity powers the innovations that are enabling

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Better Dwelling

NOVEMBER 27, 2020

Permanent resident growth, previously a large driver of real estate demand, is still largely absent these days. Government of Canada (GoC) data shows permanent resident arrivals are still down sharply in Q3 2020. Toronto and Vancouver are seeing declines get even larger, from previously big drops. Montreal is seeing some improvements, but it’s mostly due […].

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NOVEMBER 27, 2020

Brankospejs/iStock Holiday lights undoubtedly keep the season (and spirits) merry and bright through the beginning of the new year—it’s extra cheer we can all use right about now. But there’s a difference between a tasteful presentation and being the only home on the block that stands out like a disco ball gone awry. To outfit your home in the sparkle of the season to its best advantage, follow these tips from the design pros so it’s dressed to impress in the chicest, brightest version of itself

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Better Dwelling

NOVEMBER 27, 2020

Toronto’s golden age of real estate brokerage innovation is coming to an abrupt end. Toronto Regional Real Estate Board (TRREB) sent a memo this week, on sold data. The board informed brokers they will only be allowed to show two years of data going forward. TRREB Ordered To Allow Brokerages To Show Sold Data The […]. The post Toronto’s Real Estate Board Tells Brokers Stop Showing More Than 2 Years of Sold Data appeared first on Better Dwelling.

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RIS Media

NOVEMBER 27, 2020

As this challenging and intense year comes to a close, many agents are looking to establish more of a balance in 2021. When you find a balance between all of your endeavors, you can achieve phenomenal success without burning out. The key is to figure out how to maximize your time and energy in both your business and your life. Here are some small adjustments you can make in your routines right now to yield big results in the coming year.

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American Lifestyle

NOVEMBER 27, 2020

The post Finding a Home in a Low Inventory Market appeared first on American Lifestyle Magazine.

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Brownstoner

NOVEMBER 27, 2020

Editors note: This post originally ran in 2016 and has been updated. You can read the previous post here. The holiday season may be a bit different this year, but the sidewalks of Brooklyn will still be green and fragrant despite the cold weather when Christmas tree sellers line up on… Read More > The post How to Buy a Christmas Tree in 19th Century Brooklyn appeared first on Brownstoner.

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The Mortgage Report

NOVEMBER 27, 2020

Today’s mortgage and refinance rates Average mortgage rates inched lower on Wednesday, as we predicted. And conventional loans started out this morning at 3.063% (3.063% APR) for a 30-year, fixed-rate […].

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RIS Media

NOVEMBER 27, 2020

In October, RISMedia launched RealEdge, a real estate-related podcast that highlights the industry’s most innovative and successful members, sharing best practices for obtaining a real estate edge. Here are the episodes we released in October and November: Episode 1: ‘You’re Meant to Be Here’ – Breaking Into the Luxury Real Estate Market.

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Agent Drive

NOVEMBER 27, 2020

Many times people plan to buy a property to gain more investment but the process doesn’t complete as it should be. Several reasons are the cause of problems when buying an investment property. These tips have been brought to you by Rent To Buy Homes Perth WA. Investing In Property Important Questions Inquiry Investing in […]. The post Inquiring Important Questions About Investing In Property appeared first on AgentDrive.

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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.

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Realty Biz

NOVEMBER 27, 2020

In the year of the coronavirus, the demand for homes remains at a record high and the amount of inventory at a record low. For active buyers, less competition from other buyers during the holidays could provide a small advantage. But buyers won’t have an advantage with sellers because they are well aware of how strong this seller’s market is. Prices are not likely to be any more negotiable during the holidays than at any other time of the year.

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Point2Homes

NOVEMBER 27, 2020

Image: Kolpakova Svetlana / Shutterstock.com. I think we can all agree it’s been a long year and that we could all use a little magic in our lives right about now. And what’s more magical than pretty decorations and glittering lights? We know decorating for the holidays now may seem a bit early, but it’s OK to do things differently this year. You’re probably already seeing decorations in your neighborhood.

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Realty Biz

NOVEMBER 27, 2020

Homeowners are apparently seeking more security and privacy in their homes, and that has sparked a big jump in demand for fences. The sudden jump in demand for residential fences, plus a shortage of lumber and other fencing materials means that prices have been driven much higher, and buyers face a longer wait for them to be installed, the Wall Street Journal reported this week.

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Realtor.com

NOVEMBER 27, 2020

realtor.com This holiday season, how about some Black Friday shopping for luxury mansions? We’ll give you a head start: an oceanfront estate perfect for family get-togethers on the balmy seaside of Palm Beach. Listed for $35 million, it’s this week’s most expensive new listing on realtor.com®. But if you like it, you had better act fast. Citing the “significant interest” that the property has attracted, the listing agent, Gary Pohrer with Douglas Elliman, tells us, “I’d be surprised if it’s avai

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McKissock

NOVEMBER 27, 2020

Here at McKissock, our Unlimited Learning Members enjoy 24/7 access to a wide array of online resources for real estate appraisers. These include appraisal job aids, checklists, classes, videos, whitepapers, recorded webinars, and more. Below are seven excellent job aids available right now in our membership toolkit. If you already have an Unlimited Learning Membership, you can access all of these appraisal job aids for free under the “Resources” tab in your membership dashboard.

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RIS Media

NOVEMBER 27, 2020

How to Attract and Engage Leads Using Property Data. What: Brokers, now more than ever, having a differentiator in your business is essential in order to succeed. While other brokerages often focus on the aesthetics’ portion of marketing, the real key to lead conversion is leveraging property data. Join RISMedia’s next webinar, “Power Your Marketing: How to Attract and Engage Leads Using Property Data,” to learn how you can use property data to beat out the competition an

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Realty Biz

NOVEMBER 27, 2020

One of the most important markets to the US economy is real estate. The sector was reported to have hit a net worth of over $30trn this year to date, which shows how key it is to the nation’s financial health. As US homes continue to sell above list price in 2020 , it is clear what great shape the industry is in. A booming real estate market not only gives people affordable property to buy but also helps create jobs and wealth.

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Mandrona Group

NOVEMBER 27, 2020

Jason Fox Discusses 3 Things To Think About When Buying a Home Jason Fox of The Madrona Group. Read More.

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Realty Biz

NOVEMBER 27, 2020

2020 has been a tumultuous year, and this has significantly affected the real estate market. With 2021 fast approaching, the housing market remains in a tricky situation because of the massive unemployment and shelter-in-place orders due to the effects of COVID-19. However, the success of a COVID-19 vaccine may help provide a semblance of normalcy in the coming year.

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Real Trends

NOVEMBER 27, 2020

What's the future in tech mergers and acquisitions? Tom offers insight into what the real estate technology industry's future looks like in light of COVID-19. He'll talk about brokerage tech trends, M&A, and more in this edition of the REAL Trending podcast with Tracey Velt.

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Realty Biz

NOVEMBER 27, 2020

The rapid rise in pandemic-driven remote work could make homeownership more attainable for black renters compared to other renters, based on factors including income, the makeup of local industries, geography and more, a new Zillow analysis has found. Zillow research found that of the nearly 2 million U.S. renters that have able to take advantage of heightened telework options and could afford monthly payments on homes in less-expensive areas outside of their current metros, Blacks benefit far m

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BubbleInfo

NOVEMBER 27, 2020

The post Blue Angels appeared first on bubbleinfo.com.

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Toronto Realty Blog

NOVEMBER 27, 2020

TorontoRealtyBlog. I moved into my first condo in 2005. 570 square feet, one bedroom, one bathroom. Living room, no dining room setup (I was a bachelor – I ate at my IKEA coffee table every night for five years), and no home office. No desk to be found. I didn’t even own a printer for the first couple of years. In fact, this was so long ago, I didn’t even realize I could get my “work emails” at home.

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Realtor.com

NOVEMBER 27, 2020

allanswart / Getty Images Combine Christmas with the coronavirus and what do you get? An array of hilarious COVID-themed ornaments for your holiday tree! Because let’s face it: As we hunker down this holiday season and brace for a second (or third) wave of infections, we could all stand for a little laughter right now. And a holiday ornament shaped like toilet paper is sure to get a chuckle or two—and, years later, will spark memories of just how weird a ride 2020 truly was.

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Redfin

NOVEMBER 27, 2020

Believe it or not, the holiday season can be a great time to sell your home. It’s true that the housing market typically heats up during the spring. However, the holiday season is often overlooked as a prime time to sell, especially this year. . Why? First of all, there is typically less inventory in the housing market , allowing your home to easily stand out among the available inventory.

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