The Close

MAY 24, 2022

First impressions matter. Even if your business is 100% online, real estate business cards with sophisticated design are a crucial part of your personal brand. Handing your next prospect an eye-catching card that feels luxe can do wonders for your career. Sure, they’re old school, but so are a lot of homeowners. To help you nail your next meeting, we gathered our 20 favorite real estate business cards, plus seven cringe-inducing design clichés to avoid.

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Housing Wire

MAY 24, 2022

A Fannie Mae survey published in mid-May found that mortgage lenders see value in appraisal modernization, specifically in the implementation of non-traditional appraisals and inspection-based appraisal waivers. However, they have several more pressing priorities when it comes to what they’re investing in. Out of 200 senior mortgage executives surveyed, who represent 188 lending institutions, 94% think that appraisal modernization efforts will simplify the origination process.

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Keeping Current Matters

MAY 24, 2022

As mortgage rates started to rise this year, many homeowners began to wonder if the value of their homes would fall.

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Housing Wire

MAY 24, 2022

When writing about the ’80s banks and passbooks, I started to see a pattern emerge concerning customers and refinance loans and rates. They were so high; then so low. I started thinking about farming. Farmers know that you can’t keep putting the same plants in the same dirt season after season. You kill your soil. You ruin the balance of nutrients.

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Keeping Current Matters

MAY 24, 2022

As mortgage rates started to rise this year, many homeowners began to wonder if the value of their homes would fall.

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Housing Wire

MAY 24, 2022

Tuesday, the new home sales report officially put that sector in the penalty box, and we are very close to raising the fifth recession red flag. When new home sales and housing starts begin to fall together, a recession is usually not far away. However, like everything else in economics, this report needs context. It can confuse people who don’t know the difference between the new home sales sector versus the existing home sales sector.

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Housing Wire

MAY 24, 2022

As 2022 proves to be a challenging year for the housing market, lenders are looking to take advantage of potential downtime by improving their internal processes. HousingWire recently spoke with James Deitch, CEO of Teraverde , about the changes lenders can make to their business models in order to remain profitable. HousingWire: Between interest rate hikes, tight housing supply and geopolitical uncertainty, many industry professionals are feeling the pressure of a volatile housing market.

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Eye on Housing

MAY 24, 2022

The missing middle construction sector includes development of medium-density housing, including townhouses, duplexes and other small multifamily properties. While townhouse construction has trended higher in recent quarters, the multifamily segment of the missing middle (apartments in 2 to 4 unit properties) has disappointed. For 2021, there were only 12,000 starts of such residences.

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Housing Wire

MAY 24, 2022

Despite the turbulence in the U.S. economy fueled by inflation, international tensions and rising mortgage rates , the private-label securities (PLS) market recorded a strong first quarter, at nearly $43 billion in issuance, and is projected to finish 2022 with record volume. That $43 billion mark represents the second-highest issuance total since the global financial crisis (GFC) some 15 years ago and also was nearly two-and-a-half times above issuance volume for the first quarter of 2021 , acc

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Eye on Housing

MAY 24, 2022

New single-family home sales posted a significant decline in April as housing demand deteriorated in the face of rising interest rates. After starting at 3.1% in December, the average 30-year fixed rate mortgage increased to 5.1% by the end of April, per Freddie Mac. Additionally, builders continue to grapple with supply-chain issues, limiting inventory in a market for which new.

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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

MAY 24, 2022

Indecomm Global Services , a New Jersey-based mortgage automation and services provider, aims to court more lenders through its new automation-enabled origination solution, GeniusWorks, which is intended to cut the cost of middle-office origination functions: set-up, processing and underwriting. GeniusWorks operates in conjunction with Indecomm’s suite of automation solution softwares to take loan files at set-up and return them to the lender to meet requirements in closing a mortgage.

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HomeLight

MAY 24, 2022

Garages, whether attached to or detached from your house, are incredibly useful features in a home: they protect cars from Mother Nature, provide storage space for outdoor equipment, and sometimes function as additional living space. If you’re considering adding a new building to your property for this purpose, you may be considering how much does a detached garage add to property value.

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Toronto Realty Blog

MAY 24, 2022

TorontoRealtyBlog. Here’s a point I need to make, but one which should not be accompanied by surprise: I am not an architect. I am also not an engineer, a city planner, or a Toronto condominium developer. But I am , however, a real estate broker with experience buying and selling condominiums, so I think that qualifies me to opine on the ridiculous condominium floor plans that are being submitted with development applications these days.

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HomeLight

MAY 24, 2022

Why pay cash for a home? Mortgage interest is tax-deductible , and many homeowners appreciate the deduction. If you only pay cash for the down payment, and take out a mortgage for the remainder of the purchase price, it keeps more money in your pocket. Despite this, there are benefits to a cash offer. In a competitive market, paying cash could help you beat out other homebuyers.

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Eye on Housing

MAY 24, 2022

Residential construction loan volume reached a post-Great Recession high during the first quarter of 2022, as home building activity entered a new year with higher interest rates. As the single-family building market slows in 2022, the volume of such loans will likely peak in the coming quarters. The volume of 1-4 unit residential construction loans made by FDIC-insured institutions increased.

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Lighter Side of Real Estate

MAY 24, 2022

Most homeowners consider adding solar panels for one (or a combination) of three reasons: They’re environmentally conscious. They’re looking to save money. They think it will add value to their home when they sell it. Very few people will argue against it being an earth-friendly decision to make if that’s your motivation. And, theoretically, they should save you money on electricity.

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BubbleInfo

MAY 24, 2022

Good summary of today’s market conditions by Nick:

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HomeLight

MAY 24, 2022

The recent real estate market has been head spinning, and perhaps the home that sold across the street for way over asking price has got you wondering — should I sell my house in 2022? Maybe you now work remotely so you’re thinking about moving to have enough space for a home office. Or the idea of cashing out the equity on your two-story home and downsizing to a single-level house sounds appealing.

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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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Brownstoner

MAY 24, 2022

If your garden dreams are bigger than your actual green skillset, a series of workshops aimed at the beginner gardener may help you gain some confidence before you pull on those garden gloves. From Tuesday, May 31 to Friday, June 3, GrowNYC is offering four interactive online workshops to inspire good… Read More > The post Brush Up on Your Growing Skills With a Beginner Gardener Workshop Series From GrowNYC appeared first on Brownstoner.

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The American Genius for Real Estate

MAY 24, 2022

(EDITORIAL) Hustle culture is the highlight of the American workplace culture, but there are both pros and cons to overemployment. The post Overemployment: What are the pros and cons to having more than one job? appeared first on The American Genius Real Estate.

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Brownstoner

MAY 24, 2022

In a late 1980s addition to a 19th century carriage house, this two-bedroom duplex has an open-plan double-height living area as well as an office and nicely landscaped private backyard. Located at 95 Wyckoff Street in Boerum Hill, the unit has a modern feel with white walls softened by expanses… Read More > The post Post-Modern Co-op With Two Bedrooms, Private Garden, Office in Boerum Hill Asks $1.5 Million appeared first on Brownstoner.

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Realty Biz

MAY 24, 2022

There’s seemingly no end to rising rental rates. According to realtor.com, the median rental price in the U.S. hit a new high of $1,827 in April. Realtor.com Chief Economist Danielle Hale said data from April illustrates a “perfect storm” of supply and demand dynamics that’s driving the ongoing surge in rental prices. These dynamics include the low number of rental units available, and higher for-sale housing costs that force many would-be buyers to continue renting.

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Mashvisor

MAY 24, 2022

For a beginner investor, an SFH property is probably the safest and best choice when it comes to making a successful first investment. So, let’s find out why that is.

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Realty Biz

MAY 24, 2022

Outdoor lighting is believed to be one of the most vital features of a property. It may comprise of several components like halogen and induction floodlights, bullet spotlights, recessed lamps, and spotlights. Some property owners in the United States even install lights to illuminate their walkways and gardens for various reasons. Others even position light orbs and torches around trees, maximizing the lighting of every outdoor area they have.

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RISMedia

MAY 24, 2022

By Meghan Belnap The bonus room above your garage is often a hidden gem that is overlooked. This space doesn’t have to be used just for storage. In fact, it is a jackpot of a space that can be used for a variety of fantastic purposes. Here are some ideas for making the most of […]. The post Ideas to Make the Best of the Bonus Room Above Your Garage appeared first on RISMedia's Housecall.

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Realty Biz

MAY 24, 2022

Ask Brian is a weekly column by Real Estate Expert Brian Kline. If you have questions on real estate investing, DIY, home buying/selling, or other housing inquiries please email your questions to askbrian@realtybiznews.com. Home agents are sending pens to customers signing a contract to buy a new home. Question from Shelly in LA: Hi Brian, We are in bad financial shape and both of us have failing health.

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Real Trends

MAY 24, 2022

New home sales continued trending down in April, dropping 16.6% from March to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 591,000 homes, according to data released Tuesday by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) and the U.S. Census Bureau. April marked the third consecutive month of declines for new home sales and the lowest annualized rate since April 2020.

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Realty Biz

MAY 24, 2022

Metro Atlanta is pleased to announce the expansion of its Georgia operations with the acquisition of Williams & Co International Realty LLC. Williams &Co has a long-standing legacy of serving home buyers and sellers in a way that is consistent with the values of JPAR® – Real Estate; integrity, productivity, and service. “We’re thrilled to welcome Denise Williams and Williams & Co International Realty to our growing organization,” said Chris Schlitz, CEO, JPAR®

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Brownstoner

MAY 24, 2022

This week, a look back at four of our featured listings from six months ago focuses on homes in Park Slope, Fort Greene and Bed Stuy. How did they fare? The best feature of this two-bedroom co-op may be its seven large windows, which wrap around two sides. It’s located on… Read More > The post Brooklyn Real Estate Listings Six Months Later: Two Sold, One in Contract, One Still Available appeared first on Brownstoner.

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Realty Biz

MAY 24, 2022

As a landlord, you know that many risks are associated with owning and renting out property. However, the last thing you need to worry about is whether or not your assets are protected in the event of an accident or liability claim. That’s where landlord insurance comes in. Landlord insurance protects you from any potential losses that may occur due to your rental property business.

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