Housing Wire
SEPTEMBER 21, 2021
U.S. homebuilders started construction on 1.615 million homes in August, up 3.9% from July 2021 and 17.4% higher than a year ago, according to a new report by the U.S. Census Bureau and the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. Across the country, 1.728 million building permits were pulled, which is 6% above the revised rate from a month prior and 13.5% higher than the August 2020 rate.
Keeping Current Matters
SEPTEMBER 21, 2021
A lot has changed over the past year. For many people, the rise in remote work influenced what they’re looking for in a home and created a greater appetite for a dedicated home office. Some professionals took advantage of the situation and purchased a bigger home. Other people thought working from home would be temporary, so they chose to get creative and make the space they already had work for them.
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Housing Wire
SEPTEMBER 21, 2021
American suburbs surrounding the nation’s 50 largest metropolitan areas gained a total of 4.7 million new residents since 2010, with 3.7 million of them renters, according to a report by nationwide apartment search website RENTCafé on U.S. Census Bureau data. Today, an estimated 21 million people rent a suburban home in one of 50 largest metros. On average, renters made up 39% of the suburbs surrounding these metros.
Sotheby's International Real Estate
SEPTEMBER 21, 2021
Records from the New York State Historical Association recount that the first American flag featuring white stars in a blue field was designed not by Betsy Ross but by members of a Third New York Regiment company led by John Hulbert, then a captain and later a colonel in the colonial armed forces. In the lush front yard of this timeless home on Captains Row—one of two built by Hulbert in Sag Harbor in the late 1700s—a plaque at the base of a flagpole proclaims that legacy, declaring that Hulbert
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Housing Wire
SEPTEMBER 21, 2021
National homebuilding titan Lennar is comfortably profitable, but company executives lament that a struggle to procure construction materials keeps them from doing more. “The supply chain for construction is significantly stressed and that will continue for the 4 th quarter and beyond,” said Stuart Miller, chairman of Lennar during a company earning’s call Tuesday.
Better Dwelling
SEPTEMBER 21, 2021
The Canadian election is over and the country’s leadership remains largely unchanged. However, a laundry list of election promises mean big changes to real estate are coming. Most of the promised plan seeks to create more demand for housing, which softens price drops. Expect more of the same currently being done, but with a revamped […]. The post Canada Re-Elected The Same Leadership, But Real Estate Will Be Very Different appeared first on Better Dwelling.
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Point2Homes
SEPTEMBER 21, 2021
Image: Krakenimages.com / Shutterstock.com. Buying a home is a tremendous investment, both financially and emotionally. All going well, your efforts should reward you with the keys to your dream home, and you’ll live happily ever after. Sadly, that’s not always the case. The good news is that most major homebuying catastrophes can be avoided by keeping an eye out for the following 13 warning signs.
Housing Wire
SEPTEMBER 21, 2021
While the rise of digital technology has permanently shifted the world of lending, many borrowers still look for a human-touch experience to help create trust and transparency throughout the lending process. “A successful model can maximize the use of both [technology and human processes], which creates efficiencies and improves employee participation,” said Suzanne Powell , SVP, Digital Client Experience at Radian.
Realty Biz
SEPTEMBER 21, 2021
The real estate industry is rapidly changing. For a long time, experts in the US would correlate the growth of properties with the availability of community amenities, population densities and proximity to the city center. According to the McKinsey & Company, relating data to property value is increasingly difficult in 2021. There’s a huge mass of data nowadays.
Housing Wire
SEPTEMBER 21, 2021
A full one-third of the compensation paid to non-controlling shareholder real estate CEOs is variable, according to the 2021 RealTrends Brokerage Compensation Report. This is up considerably from 2016, when the last report was published. “A great thing happened over the past five years,” says Steve Murray, senior advisor to RealTrends. “Brokers have shifted to more variable compensation based on performance.
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Realty Biz
SEPTEMBER 21, 2021
Local search SEO for real estate agents can offer significant advantages over the competition once they unlock Google Local Pack’s secrets and follow Google’s SEO rules. Leveraging onsite and offsite SEO can boost your search engine rankings and your position in the Google local pack – the first-page section of the search results showing you local businesses as a result of your query.
Housing Wire
SEPTEMBER 21, 2021
Six months after raising capital, digital mortgage startup Maxwell announced Tuesday the launch of a trading platform to provide community lenders access to the secondary market, connecting these loan sellers to buyers. The initiative attempts to reduce the volume of loans in small and midsize lenders’ balance sheets, so they can capture the volume of new loans available in the market and compete with the industry’s largest players.
RIS Media
SEPTEMBER 21, 2021
As more than 31 million small businesses across the country were recognized during National Small Business Week, it’s a good time to look at how small, local operations drive so much of the economy and search for ways to continue to level the playing field for them and for consumers. When it comes to “buying local,” small businesses could not be more front and center than when it comes to purchasing a home.
Realty Biz
SEPTEMBER 21, 2021
The global luxury real estate brand’s latest expansion in the Southeast strengthens its presence in a region that is experiencing an influx of new residents and inbound moves. Engel & Völkers today announced its expansion into Knoxville, TN. The latest shop opening in the Americas for the global luxury real estate brand is led by Cindy Kraus, an experienced area real estate professional and certified Luxury Home Marketing Specialist.
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The Mortgage Report
SEPTEMBER 21, 2021
There's plenty you'll want to know as a first-time home buyer. Here are 10 of the best tips from mortgage advisor Ivan Simental to help you get started.
The American Genius for Real Estate
SEPTEMBER 21, 2021
(REAL ESTATE) NAR has launched the meaningful Realtor Safety Network - here is a personal story, and an exclusive interview with NAR CEO, Bob Goldberg. The post Why NAR’s Realtor Safety Network is so critical [personal story] appeared first on The American Genius Real Estate.
RIS Media
SEPTEMBER 21, 2021
One of the most important elements of a team leader’s relationship with their real estate team is their ability to hold the team members accountable. Regardless of whether an agent is brand new or a seasoned veteran, periodic discussions about their sales production are crucial in order to recognize success, make adjustment as necessary and inspire future sales.
Agent Drive
SEPTEMBER 21, 2021
What do you know about landscaping? If you’re like most people, not much. There is a lot to learn and there are many things that can be done with it. Let’s start by talking about what landscaping is. Landscaping is the art of designing and arranging plants, rocks, water features, walkways and other elements in […]. The post 11 Helpful Tips for Landscaping appeared first on AgentDrive.
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.
Fancy Pants Homes
SEPTEMBER 21, 2021
There’s no doubt that Stephen King put Bangor, Maine on the map. The small New England town is inextricably associated with the famous writer, and his red Victorian mansion is its beating heart. People from all across the country, sometimes even from across the ocean, flock to this otherwise unassuming town, to get a glimpse into the author’s life and his home on West Broadway. .
Agent Drive
SEPTEMBER 21, 2021
A roof is one of the most important parts of a home. It’s what protects you from all sorts of weather, but it also sometimes leaks and causes problems with mold growth or water stains on ceilings. And because your roof can have many different points that could leak, locating them can be difficult for […]. The post How To Locate A Roof Leak and Save Tons of Money appeared first on AgentDrive.
RIS Media
SEPTEMBER 21, 2021
As part of its 50th anniversary celebration, the CENTURY 21® Brand explores the concept of home in a unique collaboration with National Geographic CreativeWorks, culminating in the production of its first-ever branded documentary. Titled “Home Rediscovered,” the documentary premieres on the National Geographic Network on Sept. 23, 2021, at 10 p.m.
Brownstoner
SEPTEMBER 21, 2021
This one-bedroom apartment in a 1941 building overlooking Grand Army Plaza has a well-designed renovated kitchen, a sunken living room and some vintage charm. It's located on the fourth floor of 25 Plaza Street West and within the Park Slope Historic District. Known as The Berkeley when it was first… Read More > The post Park Slope One-Bedroom With Jewel-Like Kitchen, Built-ins, Vintage Tile Asks $625K appeared first on Brownstoner.
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.
RIS Media
SEPTEMBER 21, 2021
Having areas in your home that allow your kids to burn energy and occupy themselves is a luxury in itself. However, creating a space to encourage play and keep your children engaged benefits the whole family, whether inside or outside. Read on to get inspired to develop creative play spaces throughout your home. Indoor Climbing Wall. Installing an indoor climbing wall in your basement, playroom or backyard will challenge your child and is a great way to burn energy.
Brownstoner
SEPTEMBER 21, 2021
Nine contractors have been charged with bribing NYCHA superintendents in exchange for small repair contracts, Brooklyn District Attorney Eric Gonzalez announced Monday, noting that the problem is likely far more widespread. Over a two-year period, city investigators went undercover as supers in two Brooklyn complexes, Red Hook Houses in Red Hook… Read More > The post Contractors Indicted for Allegedly Bribing Supers at Brooklyn NYCHA Complexes appeared first on Brownstoner.
RIS Media
SEPTEMBER 21, 2021
A kitchen sink can be an overlooked part of the kitchen design process, but being strategic in your selection is essential from both a function and aesthetic standpoint. While typically considered utilitarian, selecting a unique kitchen sink material can make it a focal point and add the drama the space needs. Read on to find out the different types of high-end kitchen sinks to determine which one may be best for your home.
McKissock
SEPTEMBER 21, 2021
From opening up restaurants for dine-in service to loosening restrictions on travel, the country is getting back to normal in a mostly post-pandemic world. However, some things may never go back to “normal” — like the way we work. Over the past year, working from home transitioned from “temporary” to a new norm many companies have begun to not only accept but openly embrace.
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The Mortgage Report
SEPTEMBER 21, 2021
Today’s mortgage and refinance rates Average mortgage rates edged lower yesterday. It was a welcome relief after much bigger rises at the end of last week. But, of course, current […].
RIS Media
SEPTEMBER 21, 2021
While your primary bathroom isn’t a space that gets a lot of traffic, it’s a space that is probably the most used. Your bathroom’s design can set the tone with how you will start your day, as well as how you will conclude your day. Therefore, elevating your daily experience in your bathroom can be an overall mood booster. Here are some go-to ways to upgrade your primary bathroom and create a bathroom spa retreat.
Realtor.com
SEPTEMBER 21, 2021
Close to everything and brimming with potential, the oldest listing to hit the market on Realtor.com this week deserves a toast. The post Built in 1683, This Week’s Oldest Home Is a Pretty Pennsylvania Estate appeared first on Real Estate News & Insights | realtor.com®.
RIS Media
SEPTEMBER 21, 2021
If you’re in the market to sell your high-end home, it’s likely you already have a real estate broker who specializes in the luxury market. Selling a luxury home is a bit of a different experience than selling a mid-range home. It’s a process in which your broker will be well-versed; however, you must understand the process before you embark on the journey.
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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