Eye on Housing
OCTOBER 25, 2022
After bottoming out at 19% in the first quarter of 2022, the popularity of new homes continues to rebound, as the share of buyers looking for new construction rose to 21% and 27% in the second and third quarters of the year, respectively. A possible factor behind this trend is that the inventory of new homes for-sale is 25% higher.
Housing Wire
OCTOBER 25, 2022
Annual home-price growth slowed further in August, with year-over-year price gain shrinking for the fifth consecutive month, according to the S&P CoreLogic Case-Shiller National Home Price Index , released Tuesday. Nationwide home prices posted a year gain of 13.0% in August, bringing the index to a reading of 303.76. In July , the index saw a year-over-year increase pf 15.6%.
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Keeping Current Matters
OCTOBER 25, 2022
Since the 2008 housing bubble burst, the word recession strikes a stronger emotional chord than it ever did before.
Housing Wire
OCTOBER 25, 2022
Recession is coming, according to the Mortgage Bankers Association. . The MBA forecasts a recession in the first half of 2023, with the unemployment rate at 5.5% and inflation at the 2% target by the end of next year. The economic dislocation will bring mortgage originations down to $2.05 trillion in 2023, compared to $2.26 trillion this year, according to the trade group. .
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GeekEstate
OCTOBER 25, 2022
In this week’s founder interview, we’re bringing you Melinda Witmer from Foiye. Without further ado…. Who are you and what do you do? My name is Melinda Witmer and I’m the founder & CEO of Foiye, a new social entertainment platform for the home, design, and real estate enthusiast. Before founding Foiye, I spent 25 years in senior leadership roles at Time Warner Cable (now Spectrum) and HBO.
Fancy Pants Homes
OCTOBER 25, 2022
Former Light Heavyweight Champion Jacob ‘Tito’ Ortiz has strong ties to his hometown, the surf-friendly seaside city of Huntington Beach. The Southern California city has been his home for most of his life, it’s the place where his business is based — Ortiz is the CEO of Punishment Athletics MMA equipment and clothing line — and he even ran it for a while: Tito Ortiz briefly served as Huntington Beach’s mayor pro tempore in 2021 , before resigning 6 months later.
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Realty Biz
OCTOBER 25, 2022
The best real estate CRM software is essential to every agent , because it lets you keep your contacts organized, streamlined and under your control. With the right everyday tools , you can build a system that fits your individual needs and helps you grow your business. However, choosing the right system isn't always easy. While there are many options out there, it's important to consider specific features when shopping for a real estate CRM.
Bigger Pockets
OCTOBER 25, 2022
As a vacation rental host, you want to do everything you can to make your guests feel at home. One way to do that is by providing them with freebies […].
Realty Biz
OCTOBER 25, 2022
SHERRY CHRIS (SC): ERA was founded in 1971 by Jim Jackson and began franchising a year later, making this year our 50 th birthday. Since the beginning, ERA has played a major role in the evolution of the real estate industry. We were the first real estate franchise to expand internationally with the launch of ERA Japan in 1981. The ERA network was also the first national real estate brand to offer home warranties in 1973 and we were also the first to offer a guaranteed home sale program.
Dwell Real Estate
OCTOBER 25, 2022
Below is an article from the Wall Street Journal with their 2022 rankings of how metro areas across America stack up. You can read the original article here. It is refreshing to see our metro areas North Port-Sarasota-Bradenton rank #4 and Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater rank #11. Home-buying demand remained robust in low-cost cities but rising mortgage rates have made most home purchases less affordable, pushing many buyers out of the market.
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Realty Biz
OCTOBER 25, 2022
The year of 2022 has become the year of fast-rising mortgage rates after several years of historically low-interest rates. That is not good news for home buyers that have also been battling a seller’s market at the same time. However, there are a few things that home buyers can do to fight back against rising interest rates now that the market is shifting away from being a seller’s market towards being a balanced market for both sellers and buyers.
App Folio
OCTOBER 25, 2022
What are the top challenges facing property management companies today? In 2021, AppFolio partnered with National Apartment Association (NAA) to.
Realty Biz
OCTOBER 25, 2022
Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Connections today announced that County Line Properties in Hinsdale, IL, has joined the company and will now operate as Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate County Line. The combined operations now include three offices and more than 100 affiliated agents serving the desirable Illinois neighborhoods of Hinsdale, Clarendon Hills, Western Springs, Oak Brook, Burr Ridge, La Grange, Downers Grove, Glen Ellyn, Oak Forest, Blue Island, Tinley Park, and Country Club
Sotheby's International Real Estate
OCTOBER 25, 2022
The clear blue skies, majestic mountains, and theatrical sunsets of Santa Fe, New Mexico, are legendary, as are its distinctive architectural style with earth-toned, softly organic silhouettes, curvaceous kiva fireplaces, eye-catching ceiling beams known as vigas and latillas, and generous use of stone and wood. Located in a coveted enclave high in the hills above the historic city, this sophisticated 6,540-square-foot estate uses the uniqueness of its Southwestern setting and design to their mo
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HomeLight
OCTOBER 25, 2022
Disclaimer: This post is meant to be used for educational purposes. Links and mentions of Wisconsin flat fee MLS companies in this post do not constitute an endorsement. Individual program details can change — please visit a provider’s website for the most current information on rate packages, fees, service areas, and more. HomeLight always recommends doing your own research to determine which selling option is best for your situatio n.
The Close
OCTOBER 25, 2022
Real estate door hangers are an amazing way to reach your target market with little expense. And they typically have a huge return on investment. There are so many great real estate door hanger ideas out there you can use to reach prospects and stay top of mind in your market. We’ve scoured the internet to find some creative real estate door hangers to inspire you.
CT Homes
OCTOBER 25, 2022
If you have stayed updated on recent events in the news in the past year, at some point you’ve likely heard the scary word “recession.” The idea of a recession might seem overwhelming or concerning, but the US should know a thing or two about bouncing back from economic turmoil. Due to the coronavirus, the NBER declared the U.S. to be in a recession in February 2020.
Bigger Pockets
OCTOBER 25, 2022
Your network can be your most powerful tool inside and outside of real estate. Today’s guest, Ryan John, started his real estate investing journey after seeing his friends succeed in the investing space—including his childhood […].
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.
Coldwell Banker
OCTOBER 25, 2022
As foreign investment in the U.S. real estate market is anticipated to rise, Coldwell Banker releases a comprehensive guide to make the buying process seamless. The post Coldwell Banker Real Estate Releases “The International Buyer’s Guide to Purchasing U.S. Property” appeared first on Coldwell Banker Blue Matter.
Brownstoner
OCTOBER 25, 2022
This week, a look back at four of our featured listings from six months ago focuses on homes in Ocean Hill, Park Slope, Prospect Heights and Brooklyn Heights. How did they fare? Dating to the 1890s, this Ocean Hill row house offers some original details as well as sympathetic renovations that… Read More > The post Brooklyn Real Estate Listings Six Months Later: Three Sold, One Still Available appeared first on Brownstoner.
RISMedia
OCTOBER 25, 2022
By Lizzie Weakley Since your garage door has always opened and closed as it should for so long, you've probably started to take it for granted. Unfortunately, that way of thinking comes crashing to a halt when your garage door suddenly develops a problem. While you may be frustrated, the good news is that most […]. The post 4 Garage Door Problems and How to Fix Them appeared first on RISMedia's Housecall.
Brownstoner
OCTOBER 25, 2022
In an early 20th century flats building, this two-bedroom Park Slope co-op has a railroad layout that might not be ideal for everyone, but it boasts some period charm, a renovated kitchen and a private roof deck. It is on the top floor of the eight-unit 483 12th Street, just… Read More > The post Prewar Park Slope Railroad Near Prospect Park With Renovated Kitchen, Roof Deck Asks $995K 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.
BubbleInfo
OCTOBER 25, 2022
By now, it’s obvious that I’m a proponent of attractive pricing that creates instant urgency and a quick sale. Those who can properly handle a bidding war can work with the contestants to find top dollar, and I’ve found that it’s literally easier to go up on price, than down. The more traditional plan of […].
Brownstoner
OCTOBER 25, 2022
In the News Hasidic School to Pay $8 Million After Admitting to Federal Fraud [NYT] Where Could a Casino Be Built in New York City? What We Know [NYT] How an English DJ in Brooklyn Spends Her Sundays [NYT] Bay Ridge Street Co-Named for Slain Cop Arthur Loewe [BP] Baltimore Pastry Sensation Cloudy Donut Opens… Read More > The post Daily Links: City Mulls Jettisoning Light, Air, Space Requirements to Build More Housing appeared first on Brownstoner.
Enertiv
OCTOBER 25, 2022
Last week, we launched Part I of our series on achieving the aggressive carbon reduction goals that have been put forth in many commercial real estate portfolios, focusing first on the performance of on-site operators. This is Part II of the series, where we shift focus to tenants. Tenant consumption has bedeviled sustainability teams for a long time.
Mashvisor
OCTOBER 25, 2022
Have you been looking for the best real estate app for buyers? Read on to find out why Mashvisor is your best bet for a real estate app.
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BubbleInfo
OCTOBER 25, 2022
Now they are calling it ‘forceful deceleration’… San Diego Non-Seasonally-Adjusted CSI changes Observation Month SD CSI M-o-M chg Y-o-Y chg Jan ’20 264.04 +0.2% +5.1% Feb 265.34 +0.5% +4.6% Mar 269.63 +1.6% +5.2% Apr 272.48 +1.1% +5.8% May 273.51 +0.4% +5.2% Jun 274.91 +0.5% +5.0% Jul 278.00 +1.1% +5.4% Aug 283.06 +1.8% +7.6% Sep 288.11 […].
Brownstoner
OCTOBER 25, 2022
The newly redesigned Schermerhorn Street features a long-overdue protected bike lane and other measures designed to make the thoroughfare and its tributaries safer for cyclists, drivers and pedestrians alike. But some Downtown Brooklyn residents say the conversion of the street to one-way has led to gridlock in the nabe, and… Read More > The post Downtown Brooklyn Drivers Ask for Traffic Fix After Opening of Schermerhorn Street Bike Lane appeared first on Brownstoner.
Housing Wire
OCTOBER 25, 2022
As the risk of wire and title fraud increases, the discussion around the problem in the industry grows louder. Earlier this year at MBA Tech 2022, the Mortgage Bankers Association held a panel that included title industry executives, lender risk management executives and fintech risk vendors discussing wire and title fraud. The panel focused on how to get ahead of the risk.
Housing Wire
OCTOBER 25, 2022
Single-family rental behemoth Invitation Homes is seeking a joint venture partner to take advantage of the latest drop in home prices, according to a report by Bloomberg. The company is working with commercial brokerage Eastdil Secured to find a partner for a $1 billion joint venture, according to Bloomberg’s sources. The search for a partner is in the early stages and is not guaranteed to materialize, Bloomberg reported.
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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