Mon.Nov 30, 2020

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The downside of the hot 2020 housing market: rapid home-price growth

Housing Wire

Demand for housing was strong in early 2020, before the COVID-19 crisis hit. Mandated shut-down measures and the fear of what COVID would do to our economy temporarily immobilized the housing market, evinced by nine weeks of declines in the weekly purchase applications data on a year-over-year basis. Then it was as if the Housing Demographic God exerted her chronokinetic powers to snap demand back to pre-COVID levels of growth.

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5 Tips for Homebuyers Who Want to Make a Competitive Offer

Keeping Current Matters

Today’s real estate market has high buyer interest and low housing inventory. With so many buyers competing for a limited number of homes, it’s more important than ever to know the ins and outs of making a confident and competitive offer. Here are five keys to success for this important stage in the homebuying process. 1. Listen to Your Real Estate Agent.

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Rising home prices take a toll on pending home sales

Housing Wire

U.S pending home sales fell 1.1% in October – the second consecutive month the index has fallen as affordability strains the market, a recent report from the National Association of Realtors said. However, borrowers are still maintaining a strong pace, as contract signings are up 20.2% compared to a year ago. According to Joel Kan, the Mortgage Bankers Associations assistant vice president of economic and industry forecasting, that robust year-over-year improvement in activity is a sign the mark

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The Property Brothers Reveal the Best Bathroom Upgrade of 2020

Realtor.com

HGTV Ever wonder what it’d be like to renovate your parents’ house? That’s what Drew and Jonathan Scott face on the latest “Property Brothers: Forever Home.” In the Season 4 episode “Buying Mom and Dad’s House,” the brothers help Mike and Ashley renovate Ashley’s parents’ house in Las Vegas.

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3 Real Estate Office Hacks to Help Kickstart the Busy Season

Ready to better your Back Office? Dive into the secrets to a powerhouse back office with Brokermint expert, Jessica Souza. In this free download, she shares her 3 transformative hacks designed to clean house, get everyone on the same page, and set yourself up for success. From optimizing agent profiles to ensuring flawless transactions and boosting agent retention, these strategies are your ticket to a seamless operation.

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The Mortgage Collaborative launches emerging technology fund

Housing Wire

The Mortgage Collaborative, an independent cooperative network in the mortgage industry, today announced the launch of TMC Emerging Technology Fund LP, a venture capital program funded by a self-selected segment of TMC members to capture opportunities driven by the rapid pace of technological change in the mortgage sector. Inspired by member suggestions during a CEO Roundtable session last year, the fund will pool member resources to level the playing field with the largest lenders in the mortga

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2020 HW Tech Trendsetter: Paul Anastos

Housing Wire

Paul Anastos, CEO, Chief Innovation Officer Gateless, Guaranteed Rate. Paul Anastos has been on the forefront of innovation within the housing industry for over a decade, specializing in developing technology solutions and transforming businesses into industry powerhouses. Anastos has worked with some of the biggest names in the mortgage industry and is now CEO of Gateless, an independent company formed by Guaranteed Rate that serves as a laboratory of cutting-edge technology for the entire indu

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I Live in My Home Like I’m Staging It for Sale—Here’s Why You Should, Too

Realtor.com

PeopleImages/Getty Images Two years ago, my husband and I were gearing up to put our first home on the market, which meant our house was due for a deep cleaning and an organizational overhaul. After we got the house sparkling clean and staged for sale, we started to fall in love with it all over again. We looked around at our newly organized pantry and immaculate closets and wondered, Why haven’t we always lived like this?

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2020 HW Tech Trendsetter: Mary Ann Azevedo

Housing Wire

Mary Ann Azevedo, Managing Editor, FinLedger. Since being named Managing Editor of FinLedger in August 2020, Mary Ann Azevedo has jumped right in to directing a powerful news and content strategy in addition to building a team of fintech journalists to support a robust audience of financial services and fintech professionals. With a focus on the news, perspective and insights impacting banktech, insurtech, proptech and payments – Azevedo works tirelessly to empower industry professionals to make

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The Cities Where You’re Safest—and Where You Aren’t—From 2020’s Many Pitfalls

Realtor.com

mharisk/Getty Images In a year of incredible turmoil encompassing a deadly pandemic, a crippling recession, a fiery national reckoning over racial justice, and a bitter presidential election, it’s no wonder that people would want to retreat to their own safe havens to ride out the rest of 2020—and then some. But what is “safe” at a time when going to the grocery store feels like taking a turn at Russian roulette, and people are at risk of being thrown out of their homes?

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Need Curated Pre-foreclosure Lists to Generate New Real Estate Leads? Trellis Has the Data!

Trellis is a state trial court research and analytics platform that provides Real Estate Professionals (Buyers, Foreclosure, Loan Modification, etc.) with LEADS on Pre-Foreclosures, Lis Pendes, Distressed Assets and more — to help uncover **new** opportunities and grow their business. The process is quick and easy — and all in real time. Trellis will supply you with a link to the relevant dockets, a Leads sheet and access to its UI where applicable.

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Tom Clancy’s Ritz-Carlton Penthouse is Up for Auction

Fancy Pants Homes

Tom Clancy, the late American novelist best known for his technically detailed espionage and military-science storylines set during and after the Cold War, also had a great eye for detail in his personal life — and his former penthouse stands to prove it. After penning seventeen bestsellers and selling more than 100 million copies worldwide, the author of the Jack Ryan novels rewarded himself with a jewel penthouse in Baltimore’s Ritz-Carlton Residences, a highly-coveted, luxury condominiu

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Mind the Gap and Cross Over Into Colorado’s Beautiful Bridge House

Realtor.com

Ryan Bonneau A house amid the aspen trees near Telluride, CO, was built with only four main materials: wood, steel, glass, and stone. Rustic and ready for a buyer who appreciates its beauty, the home on Palmyra Drive in Mountain Village is on the market for $7,750,000. “The unique part of Mountain Village in Telluride is it’s a location where you don’t see paints used in any way.

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5 major ways AI is shifting the real estate scene and how to utilize it

The American Genius for Real Estate

(REAL ESTATE BIG DATA) Artificial intelligence is bringing a seismic shift to commercial real estate in everything from investing to sales to property management. Hold on! The post 5 major ways AI is shifting the real estate scene and how to utilize it appeared first on The American Genius Real Estate.

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U.S. Pending Home Sales Fall 1.1% in October as Higher Prices Discourage Buyers

Realtor.com

Chris Delmas/AFP via Getty Images The numbers: A measure of pending home sales fell in October for the second month in a row, signaling the surprisingly strong surge in demand during the pandemic might be ebbing. The index of pending home sales dropped 1.1% in October after a 2.2% decline in September, the National Association of Realtors said Monday.

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Accelerating Real Estate Sales Pipelines to Streamline Buyer Journeys

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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How Much Does a Septic System Cost: Replacement and New

Maximum Exposure Real Estate

What to Know About Septic Systems Costs Both New and Replacement Do you need to replace your septic system? Are you interested in understanding the costs of septic system replacement? If you’re considering buying a home that needs a new septic tank system or getting a construction loan to build a new property, you might […]. The post How Much Does a Septic System Cost: Replacement and New appeared first on Massachusetts Real Estate Exposure.

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How To Keep Bugs From Hitching a Ride Into Your Home via Your Christmas Tree

Realtor.com

Alphotographic/Getty Images Beloved traditions like trimming the tree and decking the halls are what make the holidays a cherished time of year. Yes, even this year. But beware, homeowners: Fresh holiday greenery and decorations stored in the attic could bring holiday grinches like spiders, ticks, and ants into your house. “While these decorations are meant to bring joy, they can actually end up causing quite a headache if any pests manage to catch a ride into your home,” said Cindy Mannes , sen

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Holiday Events At Downtown Palm Beach Gardens

Waterfront Properties

Holiday activities are starting to begin in Palm Beach County. With Thanksgiving behind us, the Downtown Palm Beach Gardens is preparing for their Holiday Light Show. The lifestyle and retail destination kicked off the holiday season with a daily Light Show that is set to the rhythm of classic holiday tunes along the waterfront. The Holiday Light Show will take place starting Friday, November 27th through December 31st from 6 pm to 9 pm.

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What Is Laundry Stripping? A Mesmerizing Way To Deep-Clean Clothes

Realtor.com

deepblue4you / Getty Images Sure, you wash your dirty clothes, but have you tried the hot new “quarancleaning” trend of laundry stripping? Laundry-stripping video tutorials have taken off on TikTok and other social media outlets, and for good reason. The videos start by showing a bathtub full of crystal-clear water, to which is added a load of supposedly clean laundry and a few magic ingredients.

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Maximizing Your Online Presence: Tips for Real Estate Agents on Social Media

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.

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Dog Safety Checklist for the Holidays [Infographic]

First Team Real Estate

Whether you moved with a pet or got a puppy once you settled into a new home, with your furry friend comes more responsibilities around the house – and holiday dog safety to consider this time of the year. You do these things to not only protect your puppy, but your house as well! Similarly to puppy proofing your house, there are a few precautionary steps to take to keep your home and your pet safe during the holidays.

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Dyker Heights Still Plans to Dazzle This Holiday Season, Despite Virus Fears

Brownstoner

The annual Dyker Lights display will continue to convey holiday cheer this December, although the beloved spectacle will most likely take a more subdued form because of the COVID-19 pandemic, according to one local leader. “Dyker Lights will be on in some form, we’re just not exactly sure how,” said… Read More > The post Dyker Heights Still Plans to Dazzle This Holiday Season, Despite Virus Fears appeared first on Brownstoner.

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Renovation-Hesitant Clients? Here’s How to Ease Concerns

RIS Media

Home renovations should be seen as a tool for getting your clients more home for their money, a higher return on their investment and the ability to turn their “right now” home into their “forever” home. It’s a lot of work, and clients can become justifiably hesitant. Knowing how to put them at ease is crucial in assisting them in realizing their home goals.

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Email Marketing: Use It to Get Your Real Estate Business off the Ground

Jason Fox

Email Marketing: Use It to Get Your Real Estate Business off the Ground. For many years real estate business was spinning solely around in-person meetings. With the advancement of new technologies, new strategies came to the surface to help real estate businesses take it to the next level. When users worldwide send 293 billion emails every day, there is an excellent chance that you can find your customers.

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Rise of The Apps: Building Your Dream Tech Stack For Real Estate Success

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.

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How Internet Accessibility Affects Communities and Home Values

Homes.com

In a world gone almost completely digital, we reflect on the inaccessibility of basic internet and how it affects a home's value. The post How Internet Accessibility Affects Communities and Home Values appeared first on Homes.com.

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Designed by Michael Graves, Is Life Magazine’s 1996 Dream House Still Dreamy?

Realtor.com

David Stewart A home featured on the cover of Life magazine as an affordable dream home in the 1990s is on the market in Austin, TX, for $1.3 million. The architect and designer Michael Graves created the home on Shoal Creek Boulevard in 1996, as part of the magazine’s desire to showcase affordable designs for modern home buyers. “Michael Graves was one of the main architects for the postmodernist movement,” explains the listing agent, Salena Gutierrez.

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#287: Put Yourself on the Hook, with Seth Godin

Afford Anything

Hey Podcast family! First and foremost, thank you for being part of this community. After listening to this interview with Seth Godin — arguably the most quotable interview in the nearly-five-year history of this podcast, filled with eloquent nuggets of insight — it strikes me that I should pause, from time to time, to say, “thank you for trusting me enough to let me into your Inbox and into your earbuds.”.

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Where To Buy Your Christmas Tree

Waterfront Properties

With the Thanksgiving holiday behind us, now is the time to bring out the holiday decorations, bright lights, holiday gifts, ornaments, and of course the wonderful Christmas tree. Now that the official holiday season is upon us, there is no better way than to get in the holiday spirt than visiting one of Palm Beach County Christmas Tree Farms to find your perfect tree to bring home and decorate.

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5 Data Proven Ways Agents Can Do 18% More Business

Curious as to how you could do 18% more business? How about 14 more transaction sides per year? Check out this infographic with data from a RealTrends study to learn more.