Keeping Current Matters

MARCH 9, 2023

Are you planning to buy a home this spring?

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MARCH 9, 2023

The title insurance industry is often bemoaned for being antiquated and making minimal changes, but that has not been the case for the past 12 months. Nearly a year after announcing that it would begin accepting attorney opinion letters (AOLs) in lieu of title insurance in limited circumstances, Fannie Mae is yet again making waves in the title insurance industry.

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Real Estate News

MARCH 9, 2023

Relocation picked up in 2022, with buyers seeking out more affordable homes in Florida, Texas and California.

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MARCH 9, 2023

Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell sent a clear message during his U.S. Senate speech on Tuesday morning: Fed officials are likely to deliver higher rate hikes than previously expected to combat persistent inflation. “As I mentioned, the latest economic data have come in stronger than expected, which suggests that the ultimate level of interest rates is likely to be higher than previously anticipated,” Powell said. “If the totality of the data were to indicate that faster

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MARCH 9, 2023

Bridgemarq Real Estate Services reported revenue of $49.9 million in 2022 and added more than 500 agents.

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Housing Wire

MARCH 9, 2023

The Federal Housing Administration ( FHA ) announced this week that a final rule related to an increased 40-year loan modification term has been published in the Federal Register. The rule allows mortgagees to increase the maximum term of an FHA-insured mortgage loan modification from 360 to 480 months following a default. The FHA also published Mortgagee Letter 2023-06 , which establishes the policies for FHA lenders.

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Housing Wire

MARCH 9, 2023

Like most of its publicly traded peers, Home Point Capital, the parent company of wholesale lender Homepoint , shrank in 2022 to adapt to a shrinking mortgage market. But its cost-cutting initiatives were not enough to return the lender to profitability. The possibility of Home Point being sold isn’t out of the realm of possibility, the company’s CEO said.

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Inman

MARCH 9, 2023

In this shifting market, agents will have to do more to achieve the same results they were getting before, writes Adam Hergenrother. Here, he breaks down Gary Keller’s formula for doing more and how you can take action to do more and achieve more this year.

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Housing Wire

MARCH 9, 2023

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) on Thursday sued to block the proposed $13 billion merger between Intercontinental Exchange Inc. and rival mortgage software firm Black Knight. The merger would give ICE and Black Knight a significant position in the market for loan origination software, which it could use to push customers to its other mortgage services and products instead of rivals’ offerings, the agency argued.

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Inman

MARCH 9, 2023

Focus on creating high-quality pieces that resonate with your target audience and meet their evolving needs. With the right approach, you can stay ahead of the curve in the age of AI-powered search engines.

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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 9, 2023

Black Knight, Inc. on Thursday announced that mortgage loan sub-servicing provider LoanCare will implement the Black Knight Loss Mitigation solution to support homeowners in need of mortgage payment assistance programs. LoanCare , which services loans for banks, credit unions, independent mortgage companies and portfolio investors, also renewed its contract for Black Knight’s mortgage service software MSP, which includes the system’s abilities to integrate with technologies and data, regulatory

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Inman

MARCH 9, 2023

Learn how this Charleston, South Carolina, broker puts his own unique stamp on family tradition at William Means Real Estate.

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Eye on Housing

MARCH 9, 2023

The NAHB recently published its latest Cost of Construction Survey. Results show that 60.8% of the average home sale price consisted of construction costs, essentially unchanged from the 61.1% posted in 2019. Since the inception of this series in 1998, this was the fourth time construction costs represent over 60% of the total price of the home (2013: 61.

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Inman

MARCH 9, 2023

Growth is great, but a business is only as strong as its foundation. As you scale up, continue to prioritize the things that matter most — your clients, your team and your brand.

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Maximum Exposure Real Estate

MARCH 9, 2023

How Much Does Moving With PODS Cost? Are you wondering about PODS movers and their pricing? PODS moving can be an excellent alternative to renting a self-storage unit. If you are considering using portable storage for your move, the cost of moving with PODS will be an essential factor. We will look at the cost […] The post The Cost For Moving With PODS Explained appeared first on Maximum Real Estate Exposure.

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MARCH 9, 2023

Paul Austin and wife Tenisha Tate-Austin sued appraiser Janette Miller in 2021 after a lowball quote prompted the couple to pose a white friend as the homeowner for a second appraisal.

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Maximum Exposure Real Estate

MARCH 9, 2023

The Best Packing Tips For Moving Do you know how to pack your house for a move? Would you like some packing tips for moving? Moving and packing are the most stressful parts of buying or selling a house. No doubt there is a lot of advice online for this subject. No one ever said […] The post Packing For Moving Tips appeared first on Maximum Real Estate Exposure.

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MARCH 9, 2023

The partnership will allow agents at more than 800 brokerages access to post-close software, providing new owners the ability to monitor the financial and operational state of their home.

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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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Lighter Side of Real Estate

MARCH 9, 2023

Years ago it was common for children to move out and get a place of their own right after they turned 18, or maybe around 22 if they went to college. But times (and costs) have certainly changed over the years, making it difficult for young adults to move out and get a place of their own. So, most people would agree that young adults can probably use all the time and help they can get from their parents for as long as possible nowadays.

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Inman

MARCH 9, 2023

The new franchises add to the brand's presence across the globe in more than 400 offices in 49 states, Washington D.C., Puerto Rico, Canada and several other countries.

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The Close

MARCH 9, 2023

The challenge of being a real estate broker today is keeping your agents selling and productive in this shifting and changing market. Many of the marketing techniques and skills that worked in a seller’s market are less effective or completely irrelevant in a balanced or buyer’s market. Thankfully, you can train your real estate agents to make this sales shift.

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Inman

MARCH 9, 2023

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Now more than ever, brokers need to provide agents with the right tools, strategies, and training to effectively demonstrate their expertise, negotiate successfully, and foster strong client relationships. So – what should brokers do to ensure this? Invest in the right technology, continuous education, and innovative marketing strategies that empower agents to stand out in a crowded marketplace.

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Broke Agent Media

MARCH 9, 2023

When you’re a new agent, learning agent tactics can swallow up your day. There’s so much to take in, and you can’t afford to waste time on things that don’t grow your business. It’s easy to leave agent marketing behind—but it’s the very thing that catches the eye of people in your market who need help buying or selling a home. How and where you market yourself greatly impacts your ability to attract clients, even for those just starting out in the business.

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Inman

MARCH 9, 2023

Tune in to hear experts discuss the merging of AI and social media, hiring mistakes to avoid, and how agents can nurture their databases.

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Hank Miller Team

MARCH 9, 2023

Let's take a southern home tour Whether it is a historic home or new build, we love the architecture of the south. Our team member and resident photographer, Mary Miller, fills her Instagram (@glimpsesofthesouth) with beautiful southern homes that highlight their architectural details, gardens, and holiday style. She features Historic Marietta homes, Charleston homes, Downtown Woodstock homes include farmhouse style homes, cottage style and old southern mansions - we love them all Southern Home

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Inman

MARCH 9, 2023

Watch the new Inman Access class featuring Michelle Berman, CEO of Berman Media PD, as she walks through best practices and pitfalls to avoid when using ChatGPT to generate social media content.

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Navigated 360° tours, like YourVRTours, advance pipelines by engaging clients further along the sales funnel. These immersive experiences provide comprehensive property insights, increasing buyer intent and readiness. By embracing navigated tours, agents can optimize property exposure, better qualify leads, and streamline the sales process. Stay ahead in the ever-evolving real estate landscape with innovative technology that elevates buyer journeys and progresses pipelines more effectively.

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Broke Agent Media

MARCH 9, 2023

When it comes to video equipment, you need four essentials: a camera, audio gear, a tripod, and lighting. Sounds simple enough, right? But choosing the right equipment can be a daunting task. Luckily, we’ve got you covered. BAM’s lead video producer, Bobby Kawecki, has curated the best options for everyone. No matter how big or small your budget, you’ll find the perfect equipment to suit your needs.

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Inman

MARCH 9, 2023

After being ousted as executive chair, Hsieh says he controls enough voting shares to install veteran real estate executive Steve Ozonian on the mortgage lender's board of directors.

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Easy Agent Pro

MARCH 9, 2023

Imagine a science-fiction movie – or computer program – designed to model behavior when changes are introduced. The Matrix, The 13th Floor, and A Sound of Thunder are but a few of several such examples where a small historical change gave rise to significant future consequences. And now you’re a programmer interested in seeing how people will react economically to a health crisis.

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Inman

MARCH 9, 2023

Compass is not alone in needing to cut costs during a significant market downturn — and its future depends on it.

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