Housing Wire

JULY 15, 2025

The National Association of Realtors (NAR) on Tuesday released a new interactive tool that aims to give members monthly insights into housing affordability, home-price trends and economic indicators at the metro level. The tool, known as the Market Statistics Dashboard , is available exclusively to NAR members. According to the trade group, the dashboard includes localized data on housing affordability , sales trends, home prices and demographic patterns, as well as forward-looking analysis tied

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Redfin

JULY 15, 2025

Key takeaways Ask about condo association fees, what they cover, and if there have been recent increases. Review the condo association’s financial health, including reserves and any upcoming special assessments. Understand the rules and regulations of the condo association before buying. Learn about common area maintenance and future renovation plans.

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Housing Wire

JULY 15, 2025

Zillow has rolled out five new features aimed at streamlining the process of buying, renting and touring homes. The updates — now live nationwide — include a drone-powered virtual viewing tool and offer pricing transparency for rental properties , along with coordinated tour scheduling and affordability estimates. SkyTour allows users to navigate a 3D aerial view of a home’s exterior using drone footage.

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Redfin

JULY 15, 2025

If you’ve recently asked yourself, “ What do I need to buy a house in 2025 ?”—you’re in the right place. It’s not a secret that buying a house is expensive. But what may surprise you are the hidden costs when buying a home—expenses that go beyond the listing price and can sneak up on first-time and experienced buyers alike. We’re not talking about the usual post-move expenses like utilities or trash service.

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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

JULY 15, 2025

A Colorado homeowner who went viral on social media while attempting to sell his house on his own has taken matters into his own hands. Mike Chambers, who tried to sell his house on his own — and documented the resistance he faced along the way — has launched Ridley, a home seller platform that leverages artificial intelligence (AI) to do some of the tasks a listing agent would normally do.

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Housing Wire

JULY 15, 2025

Building a successful real estate business depends on cultivating strong relationships. Real estate agents will often rely on their network or sphere of influence (SOI) to land their next deal. It’s one of the most valuable tools in an agent’s toolkit, and for good reason. Your sphere is made up of people you already know and can become a steady source of referrals and repeat business.

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The Living Room

JULY 15, 2025

What we discuss: • There being a good amount of inventory. • The high levels of opportunity for home buyers. • How sellers can still be successful in this changing market. Inventory Is High—and That Means Choice Portland currently has more homes on the market than we’ve seen in years. Compared to last June, inventory is up about 18%, and nearly 70% higher than two years ago, peaking at post-pandemic highs for this time of year.

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Housing Wire

JULY 15, 2025

Housing inventory growth has been a blessing for the existing home sales market, cooling price growth and giving homebuyers a bit more advantage in 2025. However, as we all know, the inventory growth has been detrimental to the homebuilders this year. On Monday, Mark Zandi, chief economist at Moody’s Analytics , posted on X about the “red flares” he sees in the housing market, echoing the concern some observers have about the increase in housing inventory.

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Real Estate News

JULY 15, 2025

Skip to Content Agents Brokerages MLS/Assn Tech Industry By the Numbers Consumer Shutterstock By the Numbers Nearly 3 in 5 buyers looking for homes outside their city Affordability and lifestyle preferences may be driving home shoppers’ online searches for homes in new locations, Realtor.com data suggests. Dave Gallagher July 15, 2025 3 mins While home sales have waned during this year's sluggish market, new data indicates the share of shoppers widening their home search as they consider r

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JULY 15, 2025

Chinese and Canadian buyers make up the largest portion of international buyers. The median purchase price for foreign buyers also hit a new record high at $494,400, according to a National Association of Realtors report.

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Housing Wire

JULY 15, 2025

On this week’s episode of the RealTrending podcast, host Tracey Velt sits down with Jay Papasan — an executive at Keller Williams and co-author of “The Millionaire Real Estate Agent” — to discuss what it takes for new agents to succeed in today’s competitive market. Papasan shares insights from his upcoming book, “The Rookie Real Estate Agent,” and emphasizes that success starts with mastering the basics, such as building a strong database and developing consistent lead g

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Inman

JULY 15, 2025

Inman unveils the finalists for its flagship award, now in its 28th year, recognizing creativity across the real estate industry. Inman Awards @properties Christie's International Real Estate 2025 Inman Innovators Andy Florance Anyone Aperture Global artificial intelligence austin Austin Board of Realtors Austin Board of Realtors/UnlockMLS Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices better.com BoldTrail Branding campaign bright mls broker public portal brokerage Broward Broward County Broward, Palm Beaches

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Housing Wire

JULY 15, 2025

CertifID has raised $47.5 million in a Series C funding round led by Centana Growth Partners with continued participation from Arthur Ventures. The new capital will be used to expand CertifID ’s capabilities in identity verification, transaction monitoring and secure payments. The company also plans to scale its team, accelerate product development and broaden industry partnerships.

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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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Redfin

JULY 15, 2025

The reality check of the home inspection can be a decisive point in the homebuying process—it’s when hidden issues come to light that can make or break whether or not a home is still the right choice. Sellers, if you haven’t heard back from your buyer, you’re likely not being ghosted. If you’re wondering how long buyers have to respond after the inspection report comes in, you’re not alone.

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Realtors Property Resource

JULY 15, 2025

UtahRealEstate.com partners with RPR to deliver seamless access to local listings, market trends and reporting tools for 16,000+ Utah REALTORS® across six associations. The post UtahRealEstate.com Partners with Realtors Property Resource® (RPR®) to Boost Market Intelligence for Utah’s Real Estate Professionals appeared first on Realtors Property Resource (RPR).

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Redfin

JULY 15, 2025

Touring a home is one of the most important steps in the buying process. A house viewing lets you evaluate whether a property truly meets your needs, beyond what you see online. Whether you’re looking at homes for sale in Denver or touring houses in Seattle , knowing what to watch for during a viewing can help you make a confident decision and avoid costly surprises.

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BAM Media

JULY 15, 2025

This is not your average summer slowdown. BAM BBQ is happening Wednesday, July 16th. It’s 100% free, virtual, and packed with strategies from the 3 CEOs: Ryan Serhant, Leo Pareja, and Scott Harris. Sign up now and walk into Q3 ready to win. Register now at BAMBBQ.live BAM Key Details:  Realtor.com’s June 2025 report ranks Springfield, MA as the hottest housing market for the second month in a row, with homes selling in just 23 days and drawing 3.4 times more views than the national average

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Redfin

JULY 15, 2025

If you’re eyeing homes in the $250,000 range, you’re likely asking: How much do I need to make to afford it? The income needed for a $250k mortgage depends on several financial factors, including your debt-to-income ratio, credit health, and property taxes in your area. Whether you’re buying in Louisville, KY or Akron, OH , this Redfin guide walks you through the numbers and helps you understand what lenders expect and how to strengthen your financial profile.

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Housing Wire

JULY 15, 2025

Editor in Chief Sarah Wheeler sat down with Bill Packer , chief operating officer at Longbridge Financial, to talk about the ways his company is using AI to serve reverse mortgage borrowers. Packer has worked in the consumer lending space for four decades, with deep expertise in technology and operations. This interview has been edited for length and clarity.

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Redfin

JULY 15, 2025

Buying a home is a big deal, and you want to make sure it’s perfect before you sign. One way to do this is with a home sale contingency. Essentially, contingencies make sure all your conditions are met before actually buying the home, but we’ll break down contingencies more in this article. Whether you’re buying your first home in Boulder, CO , or a vacation home in Myrtle Beach, SC , it can be smart to add a contingency during the buying process.

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Better Dwelling

JULY 15, 2025

Canadian real estate sellers who thought the market was stabilizing may soon realize they’re just in the eye of the storm. Canadian Real Estate Association (CREA) data shows the composite benchmark HPI fell in June. The recent declines have been getting larger in recent months, as the price of a typical home in Canada fell to […] The post Canadian Real Estate Price Floor Breaks, Prices Plunge To 4-Year Low appeared first on Better Dwelling.

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RIS Media

JULY 15, 2025

Bright MLS has announced a collaboration with Tether RE, a real estate safety and productivity platform. Bright MLS stated that subscribers will soon have the option to subscribe to Tether RE, a personal safety platform designed specifically for real estate professionals. The MLS is the first in the country to offer Tether RE. “Having managed… The post Bright MLS Expands Safety for Subscribers With Tether RE Collaboration appeared first on RISMedia.

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Housing Wire

JULY 15, 2025

Keller Williams has added another top producing team to its roster. On Tuesday, the brokerage announced that The Parlay Group in New Jersey is joining Keller Williams Village Square Realty. The Ridgewood, New Jersey-based team, which includes 12 agents and two staff members, was co-founded by Anthony Zito and Hipolito Touron “We are thrilled to welcome Anthony and Hip and their exceptional agents of the Parlay Group to the KW family,” David Lotan, the co-team leader of Keller Williams Village Sq

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Marco Santarelli

JULY 15, 2025

Wondering where to find the best deals on a mortgage right now? As of today, July 15, 2025, the states with the lowest 30-year new purchase mortgage rates are New York, California, New Jersey, North Carolina, Colorado, Minnesota, and Pennsylvania , with rates averaging between 6.69% and 6.85%. Keep reading to find out why mortgage rates vary so much and how you can snag the best deal.

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The Mortgage Report

JULY 15, 2025

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Housing Wire

JULY 15, 2025

Mortgage industry professionals had more questions than answers following last week’s bombshell announcement that the government-sponsored enterprises Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac have approved the use of VantageScore 4.0, a new credit scoring model. A week after the initial announcement, Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) Director Bill Pulte answered several key questions.

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RIS Media

JULY 15, 2025

The National Association of Realtors® (NAR) has published the NAR Market Statistics Dashboard today. The Dashboard is a member-exclusive tool that provides NAR members with unparalleled local housing data that enhances their ability to help their clients buy and sell homes. “The new Dashboard is a tool that enables NAR members to stay ahead of… The post NAR Launches New Member-Exclusive Market Statistics Dashboard appeared first on RISMedia.

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Redfin

JULY 15, 2025

Key takeaways The top value-adding home improvement projects include replacing the garage door , updating the entry door , refreshing landscaping , replacing windows , replacing flooring , updating bathrooms , remodeling the kitchen , and replacing the roof. To avoid overspending and stress , set a budget. Understanding your local market helps ensure your home improvement projects actually boost your home’s resale value.

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