Housing Wire
MARCH 20, 2023
It is often said that the Fed raises interest rates until something breaks. Many have already pointed to the failures of Silicon Valley Bank , Silvergate Bank , and Signature Bank as evidence that the Fed “finally broke something.” While the failure of these institutions appears to have occurred without warning, the truth is that warning signs were there all along.
Real Estate News
MARCH 20, 2023
Lane, previously brokerage president of Sotheby's Realty, steps into the role vacated by Ryan Gorman in December.
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Housing Wire
MARCH 20, 2023
Imagine if you can: It is Friday. You are out to dinner. You have looked forward to this night out since Monday. The hostess greets you with the following: “Good evening. I need to let you know that some of our BOH are absent. We 86’d a third of the menu in order to not mispack anything. To reduce the number of one-stars, all of our dishes will be served SOS.
Real Estate News
MARCH 20, 2023
Realtor membership went up a stunning 60% over the past decade, but declines are coming. It's time to talk about how to support the agents who stick around.
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Housing Wire
MARCH 20, 2023
Flagstar Bank , a top-20 U.S. mortgage lender owned by New York Community Bancorp, announced on Sunday that it has assumed most deposits and acquired certain assets, business lines and liabilities of Signature Bridge Bank, N.A. from the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC). Signature Bank, a New York-based large multifamily lender that disastrously bet big on crypto , collapsed last week after lacking liquidity amid a deposit run.
Real Estate News
MARCH 20, 2023
Zillow research found that homes with the smallest footprints have seen a higher rate of price growth and an annual decline in inventory.
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Keeping Current Matters
MARCH 20, 2023
Over the past year, home prices have been a widely debated topic.
Housing Wire
MARCH 20, 2023
Retail lender Guild Mortgage announced Monday that Mary Ann McGarry is retiring from the CEO position in late June, remaining on the California-based lender’s board of directors after retirement. Terry Schmidt, Guild’s current president, is the successor. McGarry joined Guild in 1984 as a supervisor in internal audit and held several leadership positions until promoted to president in 2005 and CEO in 2007.
Inman
MARCH 20, 2023
Lane's appointment comes after M. Ryan Gorman's abrupt ouster as CEO in December. The brand also announced that Liz Gehringer would take on an expanded role as president and CEO of Anywhere Franchise Brands, the company exclusively told Inman.
Housing Wire
MARCH 20, 2023
If you’ve never attended Gathering of Eagles before, 2023 is your year to come forge opportunities with us and all your fellow colleagues in the real estate industry. Gathering of Eagles kicks off on June 18 in Austin, Texas. This conference brings together leaders from across the housing industry. Attendees will learn about trends in real estate, best leadership practices and future opportunities in the space.
Speaker: Abdi Ali, Sr. Lease Accounting Consultant
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.
Inman
MARCH 20, 2023
Rather than viewing it as an obligation, staging should be seen as an opportunity to be your most creative, inspired, and visionary self as you help your sellers wow potential buyers.
Housing Wire
MARCH 20, 2023
Black Knight, Inc. on Monday announced that Frontwave Credit Union will now implement Empower, Black Knight’s cloud-based loan origination system, and its integrated solutions, for the expansion of its mortgage lending operations. The integration with Black Knight’s digital ecosystem will give Frontwave access to technology, data and analytics solutions.
Inman
MARCH 20, 2023
Recently, LocalizeOS CEO Omer Granot sat down with Inman’s tech columnist Craig Rowe to demonstrate how the hunter AI solution helps agents, teams, and brokerages achieve more.
Marco Santarelli
MARCH 20, 2023
In this blog post, we will be reviewing the list of failed banks in the United States. It's never good news when we hear about a bank failure , and unfortunately, there have been quite a few in the United States over the years. From Washington Mutual and IndyMac in 2008 to Guaranty Bank and First NBC Bank in 2017, these failures can have a big impact on customers, employees, and the economy as a whole.
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Inman
MARCH 20, 2023
Five real estate experts explain how rising mortgage rates, inflation and economic uncertainty could impact baby boomers and millennials this spring and how both groups can succeed in the short and long term.
Realty Biz
MARCH 20, 2023
Google Local Ads For Business Google’s Local Services Ads have been instrumental in helping marketers target local demographics. Now, with its recent expansion , real estate agents can win big by capitalizing on the tool’s broader and more diverse toolset. Here’s what you should know about how Google’s expansion to Local Ads will help you market your real estate agency.
Inman
MARCH 20, 2023
A real estate branding and advertising company based in Sweden has rebranded from Adfenix to Realforce to match growing service offerings.
HomeLight
MARCH 20, 2023
Enjoying this episode? Be sure to follow The Walkthrough to get future episodes delivered automatically: Apple Podcasts/iTunes | Spotify | YouTube About This Episode Starting a brokerage of any kind is a big decision. When Kelli Griggs, owner of a top-producing boutique brokerage in CA, first opened her doors, she “fell flat on her face” numerous times.
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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.
Inman
MARCH 20, 2023
Terry Schmidt was Mary Ann McGarry's first hire at Guild in 1985, and the two led a 2007 management buyout of the company from founder Martin Gleich.
Eye on Housing
MARCH 20, 2023
New NAHB 2023 Priced-Out Estimates show that 96.5 million households are not able to afford a median priced new home, and that additional 140,436 households would be priced out of the new home market if the price goes up by $1,000. This post presents details regarding how interest rates affect the number of households that could be priced out of.
Inman
MARCH 20, 2023
Bubble, the technology-blended insurance brokerage, provides clients of JPAR with a web-based series of solutions for home, auto and life insurance.
HomeLight
MARCH 20, 2023
According to recent data from the National Association of Realtors , 74% of homebuyers are repeat owners, the highest percentage on record. That means a large majority of homebuyers must consider the sale of their current home prior to buying a new one. After all, few people can afford to hold two mortgages. At the same time, it usually does not make sense for buyers to sell their home without having a new one lined up to move into.
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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.
Inman
MARCH 20, 2023
"SphereBuilder" is designed to help real estate professionals figure out if their social media marketing is effective. The first tool will roll out in Denver, Colorado, and Huntsville, Alabama, the company said.
HomeLight
MARCH 20, 2023
DISCLAIMER: This article is meant for educational purposes only and is not intended to be construed as financial, tax, or legal advice. HomeLight always encourages you to reach out to an advisor regarding your own situation regarding capital gains tax and divorce. The United States favors married couples in more ways than one. In fact, over “ 1,000 laws provide overt legal or financial benefits to married couples” in this country, an article by The Atlantic explains.
Inman
MARCH 20, 2023
The acquisition by UBS, one of the largest real estate asset managers in the world, is intended to help contain the crisis of confidence spreading across international financial markets.
Maximum Exposure Real Estate
MARCH 20, 2023
What You Should Know About Homeowners Association Rules If you are shopping for a home right now or are planning on doing so shortly, you are going to encounter homeowners associations (HOAs). In all homeowner’s associations that are rules that must be followed. HOA’s are management organizations that define and enforce rules governing condominium and […] The post Common HOA Rules: How to Find Them and What to Know appeared first on Maximum Real Estate Exposure.
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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.
Inman
MARCH 20, 2023
Enhance, optimize and fine-tune your online presence in seven days using this social media refresh checklist for real estate.
Maximum Exposure Real Estate
MARCH 20, 2023
Comparing a Townhouse to a Condominium Do you know the difference between a condo and a townhouse? If you are shaking your head, no, you’re not alone. Working as a real estate agent for thirty-seven years, many clients have asked how a townhouse differs from a condo. The condo vs. townhouse topic is confusing, even […] The post Townhouses vs.
Inman
MARCH 20, 2023
Zeroing in on your ideal client, and determining how to help them, will allow you to develop better marketing strategies and make you more effective once you’ve connected.
Broke Agent Media
MARCH 20, 2023
Why should you use green screen mode to create content? Because it’s hard to stand out on social media. And right now, green screen videos are one of the best types of content for increasing engagement. In BAM’s ebook, Mastering the Green Screen: Tips and Tricks for Creating Amazing Videos , we dive into how to use green screen mode with confidence, so you can create amazing videos that captivate your audience.
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