Housing Wire
JULY 1, 2022
The Fed eral Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) will review the enterprise regulatory capital framework in the “near term,” officials said — after getting an earful from industry players since unveiling a new securities fee. For now, however, the new 50 basis point fee charged on securities backed by one enterprise and later secured by the other, is here to stay.
Keeping Current Matters
JULY 1, 2022
Some Highlights. Based on a recent Gallup poll, real estate has been rated the best long-term investment for nine years in a row. Owning real estate is more than just a place to call home. It’s also an investment in your future. That’s because it’s typically a stable and secure asset that can grow in value over time. If you’re ready to buy a home and invest in your future, reach out to a local real estate advisor.
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Housing Wire
JULY 1, 2022
Connecting with clients and consumers has never been an easy task, and today’s market has been no exception. On the heels of a global COVID -19 pandemic that keeps rearing its head, the housing economy is now faced with rising rates and dismal inventory. Tasked with an endless list of functions, this year’s 2022 Marketing Leaders did it all despite market turmoil.
Eye on Housing
JULY 1, 2022
NAHB analysis of the Census Construction Spending data shows that private residential construction spending stood at a seasonally adjusted annual rate (SAAR) of $938.2 billion in May. It was 0.2% up over the upwardly revised April estimates of $935.9 billion. On a year-over-year basis, total private construction spending was 19% higher. These monthly gains are largely attributed to the growth.
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Housing Wire
JULY 1, 2022
Banks reported an increase in foreclosures during the first quarter of 2022, according to a quarterly survey published by the Office of the Comptroller of Currency this week. The survey , which examined servicing metrics provided by seven undisclosed national banks, found that 19,542 new foreclosures were initiated in the first quarter of 2022. The OCC said this marks a jump from the previous quarter, but added the foreclosure volume in the first quarter is comparable to pre-COVID-19 pandemic fo
The Mortgage Report
JULY 1, 2022
Today’s mortgage and refinance rates Average mortgage rates ended June by falling significantly. It was far from that month’s biggest daily change. But we’re now a long way from 6% […].
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The American Genius for Real Estate
JULY 1, 2022
(EDITORIAL) Six questions can determine your feelings of workplace stress and burnout, and knowing is the first step to curing the problem. The post 6 questions to determine if you are exhausted and feeling burnout appeared first on The American Genius Real Estate.
Housing Wire
JULY 1, 2022
Three former employees are suing First Guaranty Mortgage Corporation (FGMC) and financial backer Pacific Investment Management Company (PIMCO), alleging they were discriminated against on the basis of their gender and then retaliated against for complaining. . Lynley VanSingel, Melanie Meyer, and Jessie Palmer filed the lawsuit against FGMC and PIMCO in the Eastern District of Texas U.S.
Fancy Pants Homes
JULY 1, 2022
Congratulations are in order for Colson Baker, better known as Machine Gun Kelly, who has been cruising through major milestones in 2022. After his engagement to actress Megan Fox earlier this year, Kelly shelled out $7.5 million to buy an Encino mansion formerly owned by YouTube star Logan Paul. The 32-year-old musician has chosen the perfect place to make his first LA home purchase.
Sotheby's International Real Estate
JULY 1, 2022
Highlights from this week’s top news stories on luxury and global real estate, art, collectibles, and home. Dubai, United Arab Emirates | Leigh Williamson , LUXHABITAT Sotheby’s International Realty. This duplex penthouse with sweeping views of the Dubai skyline and another two levels of outdoor amenities on the roof is atop the 34-story Volante tower on the banks of the Dubai Water Canal.
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Brownstoner
JULY 1, 2022
Grab a picnic, head to Tarrytown and spread out on the Bowling Alley Lawn of the great gothic mansion Lyndhurst for the return of the annual Sunset Jazz series. Kicking off on July 7 and running through August 25, the series offers eight Thursday evening concerts presented by Jazz Forum… Read More > The post Soak in Some Music on the Scenic Grounds of Lyndhurst With the Return of Sunset Jazz appeared first on Brownstoner.
Toronto Realty Blog
JULY 1, 2022
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The Close
JULY 1, 2022
There are a lot of ways to approach real estate divorce leads the wrong way. And that’s the last thing you want to do as an agent. Couples who find themselves going through a divorce have a lot on their minds. Splitting assets can result in long negotiations, sleepless nights, and uncertainty about the future. That’s why coming across as predatory or opportunistic is distasteful (and will always hurt your brand in the long run).
Real Trends
JULY 1, 2022
Asking prices for newly listed homes are beginning to drop, according to a new report from Redfin. During the four-week period that ended on June 26, the median home sales price rose 13.6% year-over-year to $399,249. The median asking price of newly listed homes was up 14.7% from a year prior, to $405,547. Still, the median asking price was down 1.5% from a month prior.
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Brownstoner
JULY 1, 2022
New York City schools are out for the summer, but the coming school year is already looming large in the minds of students, parents and teachers. On June 10, the city reached a deal with the City Council on the fiscal year 2023 budget that will cut $215 million from… Read More > The post With Cuts to Public School Budget Coming, Parents and Teachers Fear Impact on Students appeared first on Brownstoner.
Realty Biz
JULY 1, 2022
The Lakeland FL Real Estate Market recorded the 3rd highest YOY increase in median home price out of all US Metros in 2021. Lakeland’s 1-year median price growth of +29.29% was only exceeded by nearby Tampa (+29.69%) and Las Vegas (+37.67%). While it’s no secret that people are flocking to the Sunshine State in droves, it’s interesting to see that a relatively smaller Florida metro is recording some of the biggest housing market growth nationally.
Brownstoner
JULY 1, 2022
In the News NYC Pools Open Amid a Swim Lesson Shortage, Raising Safety Fears [NYT] Art, Darling, at the Brooklyn Museum and Beyond [NYT] Amy Schumer to Buy Legendary Brooklyn Heights ‘Moonstruck’ House [NYP] Carroll Gardens' Buddy Scotto Remembered at Street Naming [Eagle] Bed Stuy Filmmaker Debuts ‘Mockumentary’ on Tokenism [BK Reader] Brownsville Complex Offers Housing… Read More > The post Daily Links: Judge Greenlights Gowanus Rezoning, Says City’s Environmental Review Was Fi
Marco Santarelli
JULY 1, 2022
Introduction To Charleston SC Real Estate Market. If you are looking at buying a house in Charleston, SC as a potential investment opportunity, you must read till the end. Charleston is home to over a hundred and thirty thousand people. However, the Charleston housing market is significantly larger than this. The broader metropolitan area contains around seven hundred thousand people.
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Brownstoner
JULY 1, 2022
This unusual apartment has many charming original details and windows on three sides. Located at 396 Westminster Road in Ditmas Park West, a semi-detached shingled house with a porch, the ground-floor unit is quite spacious with six rooms, but a railroad floor plan limits its flexibility. When the house was… Read More > The post Spacious Ditmas Park Railroad With Brackets, Built-ins, Beaux-Arts Charm Asks $2,100 appeared first on Brownstoner.
BubbleInfo
JULY 1, 2022
We are witnessing the demise of buyer-agents. The squeeze is coming from several directions, and all are rooted in the fact that there isn’t enough business to go around. Thankfully, half of the realtors are of retirement age, and will drift away naturally. The pending class-action lawsuits will likely de-couple the commissions, and sellers won’t […].
Mashvisor
JULY 1, 2022
While the home buying market gets most of the attention and coverage from the media and economists, the single-family residential (SFR) rental property market is a booming $4.
Coldwell Banker
JULY 1, 2022
The award recognizes leaders strengthening their brands and building their organizations’ reputations each and every day. The post Coldwell Banker Real Estate CMO David Marine Recognized as a 2022 HousingWire Marketing Leader appeared first on Coldwell Banker Blue Matter.
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Real Trends
JULY 1, 2022
“In the last year, in 2022, there has just been extra layers of emotion. I guess that is the way to say it. It is just a lot of emotional management.”. Stephanie LoVerde is speaking on the front steps of a home in the Chicago suburb of Lincolnwood that she is about to put on the market. LoVerde is a real estate agent for Baird & Warner , which is a Chicago-based brokerage founded in 1855.
Agent Fire
JULY 1, 2022
This is how real estate agents can understand and combat real estate reality T.V. myths. 7 Real Estate Reality T.V. Myths Affecting Your Business is just one of many great real estate strategies on The Spark.
Realty Biz
JULY 1, 2022
Compass, Inc. (NYSE: COMP), a leading technology-enabled residential real estate brokerage, today announced the appointment of Dawanna Williams to its board of directors effective July 1, 2022. Williams currently serves as Founder and Managing Principal of Dabar Development Partners. “We’re very excited to welcome Dawanna to Compass’ board of directors,” said Robert Reffkin, Founder, Chairman, and CEO of Compass.
Mashvisor
JULY 1, 2022
In the past few years, the housing inventory saw some of its biggest shortages, shaping the entire housing market across the US. But is it recovering in 2022?
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Redfin
JULY 1, 2022
Whether you’ve been renting for years or you’re a first-time renter , having a lease guarantor lined up can help you secure your next apartment rental, especially in a competitive rental market like New York City. Not everyone needs a lease guarantor. If you have strong credit and can prove you have consistent income, most landlords and property managers will view you as a tenant they can rely on and will have difficulty turning you down for tenancy.
Realtor.com
JULY 1, 2022
HBO Max / Peacock / Jessica McGowan/Getty Images / Realtor.com. “ House Party” is the official Realtor.com® podcast about the overlapping worlds of home and pop culture, hosted by Rachel Stults and Natalie Way. Click the player above to hear our take on this week’s hot topics. This week, Natalie lets everyone in on the Netflix press junket she attended where she interviewed the reality TV stars of “Selling the OC,” “Dream Home Makeover,” and more.
Redfin
JULY 1, 2022
Las Vegas, Nevada , a desert paradise, has risen in popularity for those looking to move to the state. From the Las Vegas Strip, countless casinos, and nightlife to its Arts District, it shouldn’t come as a surprise nearly 675,000 people call this city home. As more people move here from other parts of the state or even across the country, it’s important to keep in mind that the median home sale price is $439,950 and the average rent for a 2-bedroom apartment in Las Vegas is $1,623.
BubbleInfo
JULY 1, 2022
Let’s go from $23,500,000 in Leucadia to $2,333,000 – and be on the same ocean!
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