Housing Wire

MARCH 14, 2025

Employment in the Washington, D.C. housing market is anything but stable right now and residents are feeling it. According to D.C.’s Department of Employment Services, nearly 12,000 federal employees have filed initial unemployment claims amid widespread cuts enacted by Elon Musk and his DOGE agency. We’re tracking the Washington D.C. housing market using weekly data from Altos, which includes more than 60 different data points on every metro area in the country, to see how employme

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Inman

MARCH 14, 2025

Keeping sellers in the loop isnt just about providing updates, coach Darryl Davis writes. Its about reinforcing confidence and, more importantly, earning their trust.

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Housing Wire

MARCH 14, 2025

With the National Association of Realtors ( NAR ) reportedly set to vote on the future of its Clear Cooperation Policy (CCP) in the not-too-distant future, the leader of Coldwell Banker Realty is not holding back her feelings about the controversial rule. In an op-ed published Wednesday by Newsweek, Coldwell Banker president and CEO Kamini Lane let loose about the potential repeal of CCP, which requires brokers to list a property on the MLS within 24 hours of publicly marketing it.

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Inman

MARCH 14, 2025

Soaring property tax and homeowners' insurance costs have made homeownership less affordable than any time since the 1980s, Bernice Ross writes.

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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

MARCH 14, 2025

Israeli startup eSelf AI has developed a technology that provides interactive AI real estate agents capable of answering questions and guiding prospective buyers through listings at any time. “We are not only a face that is moving and speaking while the agent responds to the user, but we also have sharing video and image capabilities,” eSelf AI co-founder and CEO Alan Bekker told Fox Business.

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Housing Wire

MARCH 14, 2025

Despite a drop in overall profitability in the fourth quarter of 2024, FOA, one of the nations leading reverse mortgage lenders, remains optimistic about the total addressable market for home equity-based retirement products and will continue to develop its offerings in 2025. This was some of the perspective shared this week by Kristen Sieffert , president of Finance of America (FOA) when the company presented its earnings results for the fourth quarter and full year.

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Real Estate News

MARCH 14, 2025

New construction is influencing affordability in many areas, with the South seeing the biggest benefits.

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Housing Wire

MARCH 14, 2025

The mortgage professional of the future goes beyond the transaction. Our mortgage industry is experiencing a fundamental shift. Traditional loan officers who focus solely on transactions are being replaced by mortgage professionals who act as financial strategists, long-term advisors, and educators. As market conditions evolve, homebuyers demand more than just rate quotes and loan approvalsthey seek guidance, financial literacy, and a trusted partner in wealth-building.

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RIS Media

MARCH 14, 2025

States like California, Florida and New York have long been top picks for people deciding on their next move. Recently though, some states have had major upticks in residents, due to their top industries, low taxes, warm weather and more. Based on recently released census information, the National Association of REALTORS (NAR) released a detailed… The post Moving on in: The Top 10 States People Are Moving to, According to NAR appeared first on RISMedia.

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Housing Wire

MARCH 14, 2025

Toronto-based TD Bank and Hicksville, New York-based Flagstar Bank have announced plans to shutter numerous branches across several states. TD Bank confirmed to American Banker that it intends to close 38 branches in 10 states and Washington, D.C. And a recent bulletin from the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) show that Flagstar Bank is closing 24 branches in five states.

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Brownstoner

MARCH 14, 2025

A deeply affordable, fully subsidized apartment building has opened on a former Woodhull Hospital parking lot in Bed Stuy offering housing for low-income seniors and others as well as patients of the NYC Health + Hospitals system who are experiencing homelessness. It is the second of a two-building complex to… Read More > The post Supportive Apartments for Homeless Discharged From ER Open at Woodhull appeared first on Brownstoner.

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Housing Wire

MARCH 14, 2025

There is an endless supply of real estate statistics out there, but what the heck do you do with all of them? Well, the old saying knowledge is power rings very true here. Stats are the fuel to the fire of the real estate market and will make you exude confidence in conversations with potential clientsmaking them feel confident in hiring you to represent them.

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RIS Media

MARCH 14, 2025

Every real estate agent has heard itthe seller who says, I want to interview more agents. Its frustrating, especially when you nailed your listing presentation. Dont panic. This is an opportunity. How you respond can be the difference between securing the listing and walking away empty-handed. Step 1: Stay calm and curious The worst thing… The post How to Handle ‘I Want to Interview More Agents’ Like a Pro appeared first on RISMedia.

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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

MARCH 14, 2025

Following a series of moves by key White House leaders at the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) and the U.S. DOGE Service that are ostensibly designed to limit or dismantle the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB), its former director appeared Friday morning on CNBC to discuss the upheaval while warning consumers about the risks of a diminished bureau.

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Calculated Risk Real Estate

MARCH 14, 2025

This entire housing cycle I’ve argued that we would NOT see a surge in foreclosures that would significantly impact house prices (as happened following the housing bubble) for two key reasons: 1) mortgage lending has been solid, and 2) most homeowners have substantial equity in their homes. Yesterday, CoreLogic reported on homeowner equity: CoreLogic: Borrowers Gained Over $280B in Home Equity in 2024 CoreLogic® … today released the Homeowner Equity Report (HER) for the fourth q

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Housing Wire

MARCH 14, 2025

Advocus National Title Insurance Co. has launched a new 1031 exchange service, allowing real estate investors to defer capital gains taxes when selling and reinvesting in like-kind properties. The service, offered through Advocus National 1031 Exchange LLC , is operated by Accruit , a qualified intermediary that specializes in 1031 exchanges. A 1031 exchange allows investors to reinvest proceeds from the sale of an investment property into another similar property without immediately incurring c

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The Close

MARCH 14, 2025

To ensure a property is a wise investment and free from costly surprises, you should hire a professional home inspector to complete a thorough evaluation. High-quality inspectors are detail-oriented and communicative, maintain the required licenses, and have experience inspecting buildings of your property type. Below, I go through the process of how to choose a home inspector, what to look for, how to find a reputable candidate, plus the costs associated with home inspection and questions to as

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Housing Wire

MARCH 14, 2025

While its important to understand the unique challenges faced by older Americans in rural or suburban areas as they seek to age in place in their own homes, there can also be unique challenges for those seeking to age in place in urban parts of the country. This is according to a look at the hurdles faced by Philadelphia residents by the citys NPR and PBS affiliate, WHYY.

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Inman

MARCH 14, 2025

Jimmy Burgess talks with team leader and managing partner Andrew Undem about his step-by-step, super-effective listing presentation and marketing proposal.

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Housing Wire

MARCH 14, 2025

Utah-based Inside Real Estate has acquired ListAssist , which provides artificial intelligence (AI)-powered search and marketing technology that’s designed to enhance the property search experience. Joe Skousen , CEO of Inside Real Estate, described the acquisition as a step toward revolutionizing how consumers search for homes. “We are thrilled to welcome ListAssist to the Inside Real Estate family and begin delivering this first-of-its-kind capability to our clients,” he said

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Real Estate News

MARCH 14, 2025

Watch the conversation with Sherry Chris as she talks about her new advisory role, how NARs CEO operates and the changes ahead at the national association.

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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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Housing Wire

MARCH 14, 2025

Independent mortgage banks ( IMBs ) and mortgage subsidiaries of chartered banks reported a pre-tax net loss of $40 on each loan they originated in Q4 2024, a decrease from the reported net profit of $701 per loan in Q3 2024. That’s according to the Mortgage Bankers Associations (MBA) Quarterly Mortgage Bankers Performance Report, released today.

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RIS Media

MARCH 14, 2025

Housing affordability remained challenged as of January, but there are better signs pointing to an uplift in the future, according to the latest National Association of REALTORS (NAR) Housing Affordability Index. NARs data saw the qualifying income needed to buy a home continue to rise for the fourth straight month, increasing by 0.84% to $103,104… The post Housing Affordability Better in 2025, but Not Out of the Woods appeared first on RISMedia.

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Housing Wire

MARCH 14, 2025

On the heels of a bombshell report by the Wall Street Journal that Compass is in “advanced talks” for an acquisition of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices , Gino Blefari, HomeServices CEO, immediately sent out an email fervently denying the news. However, the rumor persists, particularly when you have The Wall Street Journal standing by the story.

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HomeLight

MARCH 14, 2025

For-sale signs have taken over your block, the local jobs market doesnt look great, and big red price reduction labels tarnish most of the online home listings in your area. Youve got enough evidence to conclude that youre in a slow real estate market and the odds arent in your favor when you sell your house. Given that we have no control over the state of the economy or the pace of home sales, youll need to channel your competitive side and think of this as your next challenge.

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Marco Santarelli

MARCH 14, 2025

As of March 14, 2025 , the average rate for a 30-year fixed mortgage is around 6.49%. While rates have fluctuated, they are currently slightly below the 52-week average.It's been a bit of a rollercoaster ride watching mortgage rates lately. They dipped slightly, giving hope to potential homebuyers, but various economic factors are keeping them from plummeting.

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RIS Media

MARCH 14, 2025

If you would like to buy a house, but youre concerned about high interest rates, make a decision based on your personal circumstances. You should only buy a home if you can afford the total cost of ownership: mortgage, taxes, insurance, maintenance and possibly also HOA fees and private mortgage insurance. Make sure you have… The post Would It Be Better to Buy a Home Now or Wait for Interest Rates to Come Down?

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HomeLight

MARCH 14, 2025

How can I add value to my home? You ponder, wandering from room to room while refreshing your online banking app, confirming that while you have a bit of cash to play with, its not in the cards to finish the basement or overhaul the kitchen. You pause just long enough to stretch, and as your head tilts back and your eyes sweep from wall to ceiling, it hits you: What about crown molding?

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