Inman
OCTOBER 24, 2023
New technology is opening the door for a new generation of real estate professionals. Find out what broker Stuart Collier says they'll be able to do with the help of integrated tech.
Housing Wire
OCTOBER 24, 2023
Everyone knows that potential homebuyers are waiting for better affordability. But if demand for homes at current prices is down then why haven’t home prices fallen to meet the lower demand? The short answer is that while homebuyer demand is indeed low, new supply remains very low, too. For home prices to adjust significantly, we need an imbalance of supply versus demand, and this market is surprisingly balanced.
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Keeping Current Matters
OCTOBER 24, 2023
When it comes to selling your house, you’re probably trying to juggle the current market conditions and your own needs as you plan your move.
Housing Wire
OCTOBER 24, 2023
Despite stalling home sales in the third quarter, Anywhere Real Estate managed to deliver “considerable profitability.” The company closed the third quarter with $1.6 billion in revenue, which is 12% lower than Q3 2022, but $129 million in net income, an increase of 135% compared to the same time last year. “Anywhere led through a difficult housing market to deliver considerable profitability and achieve substantial debt reduction,” Ryan Schneider , Anywhere president and CEO said in
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Real Estate News
OCTOBER 24, 2023
There’s been no shortage of news — and challenges — in the past 12 months. But real estate pros keep finding ways to win, and we’re proud to tell their stories.
Housing Wire
OCTOBER 24, 2023
Patton Gade, the top producing loan officer for VA home loans in the U.S. last year, has joined brokerage firm UMortgage , the company announced on Tuesday. Arizona-based Gade, a graduate of the U.S. Military Academy at West Point, will continue to originate loans and hold the national director of military lending position at UMortgage. He’ll join forces with fellow veteran loan originator Jay Bunte in the brokerage firm.
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Housing Wire
OCTOBER 24, 2023
KANSAS CITY, Missouri — National Association of Realtors CEO Bob Goldberg was back on the stand Tuesday morning at the start of the seventh day of the Sitzer/Burnett class-action buyer broker commission antitrust lawsuit. After undergoing questioning from Ethan Glass, NAR’s lead attorney on Monday, Goldberg faced Michael Ketchmark, the lead attorney for the plaintiffs, at the start of Tuesday’s proceedings.
Real Estate News
OCTOBER 24, 2023
During a grinding morning of testimony, CEO Bob Goldberg repeatedly said NAR doesn't weigh in on commissions, while emotions ran high in the afternoon.
Housing Wire
OCTOBER 24, 2023
Insellerate , a CRM provider serving banks, lenders and credit unions, announced an integration with Finastra ’s MortgagebotLOS and Originate solutions on Tuesday. Thanks to this latest collaboration, lenders who use Finastra’s software will benefit from a seamless, fully integrated CRM as well as a marketing automation solution. “Finastra has a long history of delivering innovative solutions to its customers,” Josh Friend, CEO of Insellerate, said in a statement. “With this i
Real Estate News
OCTOBER 24, 2023
Lone Wolf unveils end-to-end platform; agent-client collaboration platform RealScout gets an upgrade; Real announces new app, enhanced AI and marketing tech.
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Housing Wire
OCTOBER 24, 2023
CoStar Group’s annual revenue increase of 12% during the third quarter of 2023 marked the 50 th straight quarter of double-digit revenue growth. The company reported revenue of $625 million and net income of $91 million, up 25% compared to a year ago, for the quarter. “We have diversified our revenue across counter-cyclical marketplaces, such as Loop Net and Apartments.com , while diversifying CoStar product revenue into broader verticals,” Andy Florance, CoStar’s founder and CEO, said during th
Real Estate News
OCTOBER 24, 2023
From lawsuits to AI, “the more uncertain the future, the more options you need,” innovation professor Luke Williams told attendees at the T3 Tech Summit.
Housing Wire
OCTOBER 24, 2023
In my experience within the real estate industry, a fundamental lesson stands out: the power of partnerships. These collaborations represent opportunities to combine expertise, share resources and, ultimately, elevate real estate agents’ and clients’ real estate journeys. For me, it all started with joining a team. Belonging to a real estate team at the beginning of my career unlocked a door of endless possibilities, allowing me to network with other agents’ existing connectio
Real Estate News
OCTOBER 24, 2023
The company reported $625M in Q3 revenue and touted the growth of its residential portal, which it says is well-positioned should commission practices change.
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Housing Wire
OCTOBER 24, 2023
Livian , a real estate platform for expansion teams, appointed Thadious “Thad” Fisher as senior vice president of revenue, the company announced on Monday. In this new role, Fisher will uncover new growth strategies and sales processes, and expand Livian’s market center teams. He’ll also help agents boost their production. “I’m thrilled and honored to join Livian, where we are incredibly focused on our mission to partner with the most talented teams in the country,
Inman
OCTOBER 24, 2023
CoStar Group earned $625 million in Q3, clinching its 50th consecutive quarter of revenue gains. The company also highlighted a 1,290 percent annual growth in Homes.com traffic.
Housing Wire
OCTOBER 24, 2023
The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency , the Federal Reserve Board and the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation issued on Tuesday a new rule to modernize the 1977 Community Reinvestment Act (CRA), which addresses systemic inequalities in access to credit. Trade groups and fair housing associations applauded the changes, including the extension of the implementation timeline and recognition of Special Purpose Credit Programs (SPCPs) in a bank’s CRA rating.
Inman
OCTOBER 24, 2023
Anywhere Real Estate reported revenue of $1.6 billion and a profit of $129 million for the third quarter, ending with $151 million in cash and cash equivalents.
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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.
Housing Wire
OCTOBER 24, 2023
Agent-client collaboration platform RealScout announced the launch of RealScout Pro+ on Tuesday, the first significant update to the platform since it was founded in 2012. “It was a long time coming,” Andrew Flachner , RealScout’s co-founder and president, said. “We have been the category leader in buyer nurture for many years now and we have been widely viewed by our customers as the best way to keep clients in an ecosystem that they have visibility and control over, but that was mainly around
Inman
OCTOBER 24, 2023
Billionaire investor Warren Buffett and business partner Charlie Munger see long-term distress in commercial real estate, which could spell trouble for lenders and opportunity for investors. "The buildings don’t go away," Buffett said.
Calculated Risk Real Estate
OCTOBER 24, 2023
This is an update to an article I wrote in May. Although housing starts have slowed, completions will likely increase slightly in 2023. This graph shows total housing completions and placements since 1968 with an estimate for 2023 based on completions through September. Note that the net additional to the housing stock is less because of demolitions and destruction of older housing units.
Inman
OCTOBER 24, 2023
Find out how Jersey City real estate professional Diana Sutherlin puts her background in acting and marketing to work to improve client relationships.
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Bigger Pockets
OCTOBER 24, 2023
Your real estate business has come across a little money. Maybe you’ve just sold an investment property for a large profit or increased your W2 income.
Inman
OCTOBER 24, 2023
Lender Spotlight AI Assistant sifts through the finer points of more than 7,000 mortgage options to help brokers identify the right product and answer clients' questions.
RIS Media
OCTOBER 24, 2023
KANSAS CITY—After the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR) kicked off their defense in the Burnett class-action commission trial yesterday, Mike Ketchmark, lead counsel for the plaintiffs, took his best shots against NAR CEO Bob Goldberg—who gave as good as he got in several combative interactions. The plaintiffs’ case hinges on convincing a jury that the… The post COURT UPDATE: Goldberg Forceful on Cross as Plaintiffs Launch Full-Court Press on Commissions appeared first on RISMedia.
Inman
OCTOBER 24, 2023
Livian, the Keller Williams mega team, has named Fisher as its senior vice president of revenue. The former eXp vice president of global growth will oversee Livian's growth strategy and market center expansion efforts.
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RIS Media
OCTOBER 24, 2023
Rents in the 50 largest metros dropped to $1,747 in September, down $29 from the peak seen in July 2022, according to a new report from Realtor.com. Realtor.com’s September Rental Report found that rent prices, while still significantly higher than pre-pandemic levels, dipped on an annual basis for units of all sizes. Additionally, an uptick… The post Rent Prices Dip for Fifth Straight Month appeared first on RISMedia.
Inman
OCTOBER 24, 2023
Are some of the issues coming out in the bombshell trial making you uneasy about your digital footprint? Find out what to check and how to make sure that your online content is kept current.
RIS Media
OCTOBER 24, 2023
Above: Elaine Graf Real estate professionals are some of the hardest workers out there, always grinding for their business and the clients they serve. As they push every day to be the best, those who have demonstrated outstanding service, skill and professionalism in serving buyers deserve to be recognized. Going above and beyond for each… The post Committing to Continuous Education appeared first on RISMedia.
Inman
OCTOBER 24, 2023
The platform update is called RealScout Pro+, and it's highlighted by Auto Nurture, a functionality that will automate outreach efforts to new and previous CRM entries. The intent is to stimulate scaling for teams and agents as the industry trudges through a multi-faceted slowdown.
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