Housing Wire

AUGUST 23, 2023

New York-based digital lender Better.com announced Wednesday the closing of its business combination with the special purpose acquisition company (SPAC) Aurora Acquisition Corp , , ending a two-year journey to make the business public. Better HoldCo, Inc. and Aurora are creating Better Home & Finance Holding Company , which will have Class A common stock listed on the Nasdaq under the ticker “BETR” starting Thursday.

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Real Estate News

AUGUST 23, 2023

Chris Speicher feels "numb" in the wake of devastating wildfires but is committed to helping the community rebuild — in the right way.

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Housing Wire

AUGUST 23, 2023

New York-based digital lender Better.com has shifted its strategy ahead of its initial public offering (IPO). Following a merger with special purpose acquisition company (SPAC) Aurora Acquisition Corp , Better Home & Financing Co. is expected to begin trading on the Nasdaq Stock Exchange on Thursday under the ticker symbol “BETR.” Better is partnering with other businesses to offer services such as homeowner’s insurance and to provide access to a network of real estate agen

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Keeping Current Matters

AUGUST 23, 2023

The housing market continues to shift and change, and in a fast-moving landscape like we’re in right now, it’s more important than ever to have a trusted real estate agent on your side.

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Housing Wire

AUGUST 23, 2023

After a slump in June, the sales pace of new homes picked up month over month in July, according to data published on Wednesday by the U.S. Census Bureau and the Department of Housing and Urban Development ( HUD ). In July, the sales pace of new homes climbed 4.4% compared to June , reaching a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 714,000. On a year-over-year basis, new home sales were up 31.5%.

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Real Estate News

AUGUST 23, 2023

New construction got another boost in July, with sales up 31.5% year-over-year. Rising mortgage rates may reverse that trend.

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Inman

AUGUST 23, 2023

The franchisor will drastically slash profit share for "vested KW agents who actively compete with our brokerages" unless they return within six months, Keller Williams President Marc King said Tuesday.

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Housing Wire

AUGUST 23, 2023

The Federal Reserve System this week fined Birmingham, Ala.-based Regions Bank $2.95 million for “unsafe and unsound practices in its flood insurance compliance program and for flood insurance regulatory violations,” according to the Fed. The Board fined Regions “for its failure to effectively monitor a portfolio of home equity loans for compliance with flood insurance regulations due to changes in loan servicing platforms and third-party service providers,” noting that the bank had a pattern of

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Inman

AUGUST 23, 2023

The Kossev Group founder Katie Kossev will be responsible for helping Side's 60 Texas partners grow their businesses through hands-on coaching and support, the company said.

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Housing Wire

AUGUST 23, 2023

Vlad Stojanovic, formerly of Compass, is joining the Beverly Hills office of Christie’s International Real Estate, the company announced Wednesday. The 15-year industry veteran is known for his connections to the tech and private equity sectors and boasts a track record of noteworthy transactions. Over the past two years, properties he’s sold ranged in price from $1 million to $35 million, according to Realtor.com.

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Inman

AUGUST 23, 2023

As mortgage rates hit new post-pandemic highs on inflation worries, an MBA survey finds applications for purchase loans fell for the sixth consecutive week last week and are down 30 percent from a year ago.

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Housing Wire

AUGUST 23, 2023

Guaranteed Rate , the seventh-largest mortgage lender in the country, has laid off hundreds of employees across two rounds of layoffs this month, according to former staffers who were affected. In the first round, the Chicago-based lender laid off project managers, director- and senior- level positions, as well as tech staff, multiple sources told HousingWire.

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Inman

AUGUST 23, 2023

MBA forecasters expect rates to ease and sales to rise next year, but Fannie Mae economists predict home sales will remain subdued even if the Fed pulls off a soft landing.

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Housing Wire

AUGUST 23, 2023

There’s no denying that this market will last for longer than a year. It’s time to take control of your business and plan for your future. We caught up with Emily Kettenburg , a seasoned coach with Tom Ferry , at the Tom Ferry Success Summit in Dallas where she shared her insights on the current trends and challenges in the real estate brokerage world.

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Inman

AUGUST 23, 2023

Those beloved referral groups on Facebook may not be the answer to your professional prayers, writes Sue "Pinky" Benson. There's a better way, and Benson is here with a breakdown of how to improve them.

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Housing Wire

AUGUST 23, 2023

Rep. Maxine Waters, the ranking member of the House Committee on Financial Services , is concerned about the Federal Trade Commission settlement agreement that will allow Intercontinental Exchange Inc. (ICE) and Black Knight to merge. “In addition to potentially creating a housing finance conglomerate that would dwarf all other players in the industry, I remain concerned that this merger has the potential to harm consumers by displacing competing products and businesses that help mitigat

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Inman

AUGUST 23, 2023

Should agents, brokers and clients put their faith in artificial intelligence right now? Until accuracy is improved, the answer is a resounding "no," Anywhere Chief Product Officer Tony Kueh told Intel.

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RIS Media

AUGUST 23, 2023

Following RISMedia’s recent unveiling of the Top 25 regional Rookie of the Year finalists for 2023, this series will spotlight the five finalists from each region, beginning this week with the Northeast finalists. The Rookie of the Year program, sponsored by Colibri Real Estate and now in its second year, is designed to honor real… The post Meet the Rookie of the Year Finalists: Northeast Region appeared first on RISMedia.

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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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Inman

AUGUST 23, 2023

The layoffs are part of a reorganization plan that will streamline operations and bring cost savings in the long term, the real estate franchisor said in Securities and Exchange Commission filings.

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RIS Media

AUGUST 23, 2023

Market cycles come and go, and for many, a sign of success can be how well you lead your brand and company through uncertain times. The past three years certainly provided its share of uncertainty, but several brokerages managed to thrive despite the rollercoaster ride. That was evident in this year’s Inc. 5000 list, which… The post Inc. 5000 Real Estate Firms Share Winning Growth Strategies Pre, During and Post Pandemic appeared first on RISMedia.

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Inman

AUGUST 23, 2023

Unburdened by rate lock, the share of first-time homebuyers rose to 50 percent this year, according to a new report from Zillow. That's the highest share since 2010.

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Bigger Pockets

AUGUST 23, 2023

A new Florida law will limit the power of local governments to impact zoning regulations, requiring them to approve multifamily and mixed-use residential developments in commercial, industrial, and mixed-use zones, […]

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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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Inman

AUGUST 23, 2023

Following six merger adjustments over two years, Better will go public Thursday with $565 million in new funding and plans to "aggressively" partner with agents as it builds its mortgage production team.

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RIS Media

AUGUST 23, 2023

New home sales grew 4.4% in July to a rate of 714,000, reversing course from June’s 2.5% drop, according to the latest data from the U.S. Census Bureau and the Department of Housing and Urban Development. The pace of new home sales also went up, coming in 31.5% higher from a year ago. “New home… The post New Home Sales See Growth After June Drop appeared first on RISMedia.

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Inman

AUGUST 23, 2023

New-home sales rose 4.4 percent in July to an adjusted annual rate of 714,000 as the supply of existing homes continues to drop, according to data released Wednesday by the U.S. Census Bureau.

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Brownstoner

AUGUST 23, 2023

A Victorian rubber factory turned church -- known to locals as the "Glorious Hurch" after the "c" went missing on its sign -- on Marcus Garvey Boulevard will be transformed if plans go through for a partial demolition to make way for a new condo building on part of the… Read More > The post Historic Bed Stuy Factory Building, Now Church, to Be Partially Demo’d for Condos appeared first on Brownstoner.

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Inman

AUGUST 23, 2023

When selected and used correctly, the right technology can be rocket fuel for your business, Mosaik CEO Sheila Reddy writes. However, implementation and adoption make all the difference.

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RIS Media

AUGUST 23, 2023

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Inman

AUGUST 23, 2023

Creating and maintaining positive momentum is essential for your success. Jimmy Burgess shares how to get back on top in the face of challenges.

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Eye on Housing

AUGUST 23, 2023

The missing middle construction sector includes development of medium-density housing, such as townhouses, duplexes and other small multifamily properties. The multifamily segment of the missing middle (apartments in 2- to 4-unit properties) has disappointed since the Great Recession. For the second quarter of 2023, there were just 3,000 2- to 4-unit housing unit construction starts.

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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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