Housing Wire

NOVEMBER 22, 2021

The National Association of Realtors ‘ existing home sales report for October came in at a solid beat of estimates at 6.34 million. This number is above my trend sales peak of 6.2 million and that means we have had back-to-back existing home sales prints of over 6.2 million. Early in the year, I had discussed that if existing home sales stay in a range between 5.84 million and 6.2 million, that would mean it’s a good year for housing demand.

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Keeping Current Matters

NOVEMBER 22, 2021

Your equity is a powerful tool that can help you achieve your goals as a homeowner. And chances are, your equity grew substantially over the past year. According to the latest Equity Insights Report from CoreLogic , homeowners gained an average of $51,500 in equity over the past year. If you’re looking for the best ways to use your growing equity , here are four options: 1.

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Housing Wire

NOVEMBER 22, 2021

Stewart Title has acquired Las Cruces Abstract and Title according to an announcement made Friday. Founded in 1926, Las Cruces Abstract and Title serves Dona Ana, Hidalgo and Luna Counties in southern New Mexico. This purchase is just the latest in Stewart’s string of acquisition, as the company has looked to expand its share of the title insurance market.

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Better Dwelling

NOVEMBER 22, 2021

Canada has long been thought to be a welcoming hub for immigrants but not when it comes to housing or wages. Statistics Canada (Stat Can) released its Housing Experiences survey this morning. The study looks at how Canadians of various demographics felt about housing in 2018. Most are happy but it appears to be older […]. The post Canada’s Recent Immigrants Are Unhappy With Housing After Real Estate Prices Soar appeared first on Better Dwelling.

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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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Housing Wire

NOVEMBER 22, 2021

This Lunch and Learn will examine the nation’s lack of housing inventory and the factors that have contributed to a decline in homebuilding. The discussion, which will feature speakers from the National Association of Home Builders, Land Gorilla and On Q Financial, will also focus on how a lack of supply is impacting housing affordability. Panelists.

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Housing Wire

NOVEMBER 22, 2021

The challenges that lenders, real estate professionals and communities face as they work to increase homeownership among minorities and promote equity in lending can seem too big to tackle. Join us for a discussion on how to address these challenges and learn why increasing minority homeownership is critical to a lender’s growth and sustainable success. iEmergent CEO Laird Nossuli will speak with Homeownership Council of America President Gabe Del Rio, National Association of Minority Mortgage B

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Realty Biz

NOVEMBER 22, 2021

When selling a home to first-time buyers , you have a number of hurdles to jump through. On the one hand, your most important job is to convince them that you have chosen the best possible home for them. You need to walk them through every single feature and show them how it will impact their quality of life. On the other hand, you also have to answer their questions about homeownership itself.

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Housing Wire

NOVEMBER 22, 2021

Mortgage blockchain disruption is already here, so it’s time to learn how blockchain works instead of saying it’s “a solution looking for a problem” in housing finance. This session will show you how blockchain works and when it’ll go mainstream, with practical applications across originations, servicing, and securitization. We’ll also cover how blockchain drives cost savings working within your tech stack.

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Coldwell Banker

NOVEMBER 22, 2021

Riccione, Italy is full of magic that comes from the friendliness of its inhabitants, the richness of the territory, and the collective desire to live well. It is for this reason that Coldwell Banker has recently expanded into the Emilia Romagna region with Coldwell Banker Prime Properties – Riccione. The post Coldwell Banker Around the World: November 2021 appeared first on Coldwell Banker Blue Matter.

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Housing Wire

NOVEMBER 22, 2021

Realogy says it is real serious about its two-year-old iBuying division, RealSure. “Our RealSure investment will step up meaningfully in Q4 as we continue to scale, launch this new product, expand our direct-to-consumer marketing and substantially build out the business and the team even more under Katie’s leadership,” Realogy CEO Ryan Schneider said on the company’s earnings call earlier this month.

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Sotheby's International Real Estate

NOVEMBER 22, 2021

It’s not often you get the opportunity to own a piece of history, let alone eight at once. That very opportunity is currently available on the shores of Michigan’s Lake Superior. A once-in-a-lifetime package listing of historic mansions, Signature Sotheby’s International Realty agents Nicholas Asplund and Michael Kuligowski represent Laurium Village – a chance to own your own successful bed and breakfast portfolio in copper country.

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Housing Wire

NOVEMBER 22, 2021

As 2022 rapidly approaches, industry experts are gathering to give an industry update on all things servicing. Join us for an in-depth roundtable discussion on economic and policy trends impacting servicers as well as a look ahead at strategies servicers should employ in the next year. CoreLogic Chief Economist Frank Nothaft, CoreLogic Senior Leader, Advanced Delivery Engines Sapan Bafna and Pete Carroll, CoreLogic executive of public policy and industry relations, will be joined by Meg Burns, E

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The Mortgage Report

NOVEMBER 22, 2021

2022 loan limits will be announced this month. And it's likely we'll see FHA and conforming loan limits close to $1 million. Here's what it means for you.

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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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Housing Wire

NOVEMBER 22, 2021

If you added up the impact that HousingWire’s Vanguard winners have had on the industry, you’d likely have a comprehensive list of the initiatives that have moved markets forward. These are the leaders who have dreamt, shaped and molded a better way to execute the home-buying journey. From injecting technology into the mortgage process to redefining the real estate agent and home shopper relationship, these leaders have laid the foundations for millions of homeowners.

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Better Dwelling

NOVEMBER 22, 2021

Soaring Canadian mortgage debt might finally be showing some signs of cooling. Bank of Canada (BoC) data shows outstanding mortgage credit hit a high in September. Annual growth is now rising at one of the fastest rates in over a decade. However, the pace of borrowing is falling very quickly. This might be a sign […]. The post Canadian Mortgage Debt May Have Just Passed Its Peak Growth This Cycle appeared first on Better Dwelling.

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Housing Wire

NOVEMBER 22, 2021

In this Q&A, Senior Real Estate Reporter Matthew Blake gives HW+ members the inside scoop on what happened at NAR ‘s annual conference. Blake breaks down his biggest takeaways from the conference as well as what realtors should expect from the NAR agenda next year. The Q&A was hosted in the HW+ Slack channel, which is exclusively available to members.

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Realtor.com

NOVEMBER 22, 2021

Realtor.com / Getty Images There’s nothing special about our home in Provo, UT. Built in 1943 amid many blocks of similar-looking World War II cottages, the floor plan spans a mere 814 square feet, with two bedrooms, one bathroom, a cramped kitchen, and a small porch out front. When we looked at this property with our real estate agent in 2004, we saw nearly every problem imaginable.

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Point2Homes

NOVEMBER 22, 2021

Image: RHJPhtotoandilustration / Shutterstock.com. If you’re having problems with an ant infestation in your kitchen, it’s important to deal with it as soon as possible. Ants can multiply extremely quickly and cause damage to your home in the process. Fortunately, they’re fairly easy to remove and seldom require you to hire pest control. Here’s how it’s done.

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The Mortgage Report

NOVEMBER 22, 2021

Today’s mortgage and refinance rates Average mortgage rates fell last Friday. And by a worthwhile amount. Indeed, the last three business days have dragged those rates down from a recent […].

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American Lifestyle

NOVEMBER 22, 2021

The post The Top 8 Home Improvement Projects for Winter appeared first on American Lifestyle Magazine.

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Point2Homes

NOVEMBER 22, 2021

Image: Monkey Business Images / Shutterstock.com. While buying a house is exciting, it’s seldom a straightforward process. There are a lot of processes to take care of, and a lot of money is at stake. As such, it’s in your best interest to find out as much as possible about any home you’re prospecting. With that in mind, here are ten questions to ask the seller or their agent when buying a house. 1.

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Brownstoner

NOVEMBER 22, 2021

With the impact of the pandemic still reverberating through the local economy, this year's annual Small Business Saturday offers an opportunity to make a dent in your holiday shopping while giving Brooklyn shops and restaurants some much needed support. The annual nationwide event, originally started by American Express in 2010, encourages… Read More > The post 11 Brooklyn Shops and Restaurants to Check Out This Small Business Saturday appeared first on Brownstoner.

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BubbleInfo

NOVEMBER 22, 2021

There have been more new pendings than new listings for four weeks in a row. This week’s 54 new pendings is the highest weekly amount since the end of August! There are more pendings than actives today (232 vs. 229) and it’s the week of Thanksgiving! At this time last year, there were 520 actives […].

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Realtor.com

NOVEMBER 22, 2021

Getty Images Forget an automatic migration to Florida. Many older Americans want to stay put as they age—and that could have a big impact on the housing market. With low mortgage rates locked in, more than three-quarters of those aged 50 and older want to remain in their homes for the long haul provided they can have some remodeling done so they can better age in place, according to a recent AARP Home and Community Preferences Survey.

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American Lifestyle

NOVEMBER 22, 2021

The post Latke Love appeared first on American Lifestyle Magazine.

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Brownstoner

NOVEMBER 22, 2021

Real estate is all about relationships, and a home is where relationships are nurtured. It's the meaning of Thanksgiving — and the heart of the mother-daughter team of Lisa and Christina Lonuzzi’s business. "We are not looking to make a quick sale," said Lisa Lonuzzi. "The basic theme to our business… Read More > The post Mother-Daughter Team Brings Family Values and Thanksgiving Spirit to New York City Real Estate appeared first on Brownstoner.

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First Team Real Estate

NOVEMBER 22, 2021

Thanksgiving can be a tricky holiday to host, trying to fit the whole family into your home with room to eat, cook, and entertain. However, with the right floor plan and functional layout, holiday magic can be made. These homes for sale on the market right now present the absolute perfect conditions for hosting a holiday meal with your loved ones. From formal dining rooms sure to impress guests, to spacious open kitchens, these five homes are turkey tested and holiday approved.

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Coldwell Banker

NOVEMBER 22, 2021

Riccione, Italy is full of magic that comes from the friendliness of its inhabitants, the richness of the territory, and the collective desire to live well. It is for this reason that Coldwell Banker has recently expanded into the Emilia Romagna region with Coldwell Banker Prime Properties – Riccione. The post Coldwell Banker Around the World: October 2021 appeared first on Coldwell Banker Blue Matter.

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