Housing Wire

MARCH 27, 2023

Agile , a Philadelphia-based fintech company focused on mortgage-backed securities (MBS), announced on Monday the execution of the mortgage industry’s first fully-automated Assignment of Trade (AOT) transaction. AOT transactions involve three counterparties — a mortgage originator, a mortgage investor, and a broker dealer — and are designed to transfer loan collateral and hedge positions to a mortgage investor.

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Keeping Current Matters

MARCH 27, 2023

If you’re thinking about selling this spring, it’s time to get moving – the best week to list your house is fast approaching.

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Housing Wire

MARCH 27, 2023

Housing markets in tech hubs were in high demand during the pandemic, with potential buyers facing fierce competition on homes in cities like San Jose and Austin. But with the tech sector in turmoil, a looming recession, and consistently elevated mortgage rates, that trend is now making an about-face. While bidding wars were common in tech hubs during the height of the pandemic, housing markets in these areas are cooling more rapidly than the markets in other parts of the nation, according to a

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Inman

MARCH 27, 2023

Timely exploration, adoption and smart use of this technology will help real estate professionals do more with less and focus even more on creating an impeccable customer experience.

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Housing Wire

MARCH 27, 2023

At a time of high mortgage rates and inflation, the federal government — along with government-sponsored enterprises — is understandably under pressure to lower costs and make homeownership more accessible. We share the goal of improving housing affordability. However, any effort to lower housing costs should be responsibly examined for potential risks to consumers, lenders and the broader marketplace.

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Inman

MARCH 27, 2023

There have been several instances within the past few years where the lack of a suitable office space has been the deal breaker for clients. Even if a home checks all the other boxes, office space can often be non-negotiable.

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Inman

MARCH 27, 2023

Brad Inman writes a letter to the real estate industry, published here in full, alongside the publication of Inman's Roadmap to Real Estate's Future that grew out of three days of conversations and insight at Disconnect 2023.

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NAR: Economic Outlook

MARCH 27, 2023

Housing Affordability Conditions Improved in January At the national level, housing affordability rose in January compared to the previous month, according to NAR’s Housing Affordability Index.

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Inman

MARCH 27, 2023

Cities in the West that saw prices soar during the pandemic are now cooling while metros in the Northeast and Midwest are showing more resilience, according to a new analysis.

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Realty Biz

MARCH 27, 2023

JPAR® Gulf Coast, a leading real estate brokerage in Mobile, Alabama, is proud to announce that its dynamic duo, Adrienne and Owen Gill, have been named Affiliate of the Year by JPAR® - Real Estate. The Star Awards, announced at the brand’s annual JPAR® Nation Celebration, recognize top-performers in a variety of categories. The Affiliate of the Year award is given to a JPAR® affiliate who demonstrates excellence in all areas of the business, including; operations; marketing; customer service; p

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Advertiser: Trellis

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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Inman

MARCH 27, 2023

Houston real estate veteran Haley Garcia has taken her seven-person team to Keller Williams. Garcia was with Compass from 2018 to early 2023 and generated $205.5 million in sales volume during her last two years with the brokerage.

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Realty Biz

MARCH 27, 2023

You wouldn’t try to be a real estate agent without knowing how a mortgage works, or how to judge a home against comps. These days, you shouldn’t be trying to do your job as a Realtor without knowing how to market a home on social media. Recent survey data shows that 57% of Realtors use social media daily. This piece contains a guide with five tips for improving your social media marketing skills.

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Inman

MARCH 27, 2023

The deal includes the purchase of approximately $72 billion in loans at a discount of about $16.5 billion, along with the transfer of all of the bank's deposits totaling about $56 billion, according to the FDIC.

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Eye on Housing

MARCH 27, 2023

Based on the Census Bureaus’ latest estimates, the population of the State of Texas grew by 470,708 persons between 2021 and 2022. This nominal increase was the largest of any state. Texas joined California as the second state to have a total population above 30 million, with a total estimated population of 30,029,572 on July 1, 2022. This population growth.

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Inman

MARCH 27, 2023

Evocalize describes its product as a "Collaborative Marketing Platform" that allows users to announce their services through an array of campaigns on Google, Facebook and Instagram

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Broke Agent Media

MARCH 27, 2023

BAM Key Details: ATTOM released its Q1 2023 Single-Family Rental Return Market report, showing an increase in single-family rental (SFR) returns in 91% of the 212 counties analyzed. Markets with the highest SFR returns are concentrated in the Midwest, South, and Northeast while those with the lowest returns are concentrated in the West. Rents are growing faster than home prices in most of the country and faster than wages in two-thirds of the markets analyzed.

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Inman

MARCH 27, 2023

The recent market shift has been a "great equalizer," accentuating the differences among brokerage models and the importance of agent count.

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Maximum Exposure Real Estate

MARCH 27, 2023

Getting Building Permits For Work at Your House is Vital Did you not pull building permits for work done at your house? Getting a permit for building or improving is crucial. When you consider making improvements or additions to your home, it can be tempting to try and skirt the permit process. In some cities […] The post When Do You Need a Building Permit and For What Projects appeared first on Maximum Real Estate Exposure.

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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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Inman

MARCH 27, 2023

Nominations are now open for the 2023 Inman Innovator Awards. The winners will be honored at Inman Connect Las Vegas, Aug. 8-10, 2023.

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Maximum Exposure Real Estate

MARCH 27, 2023

What Are Potential Problems With FHA Buyers For Home Sellers Are you wondering whether to accept an offer from a buyer with an FHA loan? Have you heard that FHA loans could be a potential pitfall for a seller? When you go to sell your home, you hope to get many offers from well-qualified buyers. […] The post Why Sellers Don’t Like FHA Loans appeared first on Maximum Real Estate Exposure.

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Inman

MARCH 27, 2023

In just one week, you can make sure that every platform where you have a profile is fully updated with this handy-dandy checklist.

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Broke Agent Media

MARCH 27, 2023

Do you want to maximize your earnings while minimizing your tax bill? It’s not too late to get your finances in order. BAM and Formations are teaming up once again for a last call before tax season wraps up. Join Formations founder Shahar Plinner and BAM co-founder Byron Lazine to learn tips to make the most of your 2022 taxes. Last Call: Everything You Need to Know Before Tax Day Tuesday, March 28th 3:00 pm EST Sign Up Now Tax Tips for Real Estate Agents This webinar will cover essential tax

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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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Real Trends

MARCH 27, 2023

Maryland-based real estate firm Lucido Global announced a strategic partnership with Chime Technologies to launch Lucrativ , a comprehensive software and services solution for real estate professionals. Lucrativ is designed to maximize the effectiveness of both agents and management to foster sustained, scalable growth.

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Broke Agent Media

MARCH 27, 2023

This week on the Over Ask Podcast , Derrick Gregory joins Matt Lionetti and The Broke Agent to discuss the creative process behind his funny Instagram videos. He shares how he started making those videos and how he stays consistent with trendjacking and posting. He doesn’t shy away, either, from talking about the content that didn’t hit, as well as the frustration of content flops.

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Realty Biz

MARCH 27, 2023

While you may want a stress-free and quick house sale, selling a home can be challenging. This is because house sales have many moving parts, some of which you can manage and others out of your control. What you do when selling your home determines the kind of buyers you'll attract, how fast it will sell, and how much you'll sell it for. This article discusses five things to do when selling your house.

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Broke Agent Media

MARCH 27, 2023

Most agents have a fear holding them back. The question is, how do you get out of your own head in order to become the best version of yourself? On today’s podcast, Byron Lazine talks with the #1 real estate coach Tom Ferry and Hudson County’s most accomplished real estate professional, Jill Biggs , about how to get over your fears and break through to greatness.

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Realty Biz

MARCH 27, 2023

With 40 million people on the move each year, there's a clear need and market for real estate professionals. But if you're trying to build your client base and sell homes for top dollar, you'll need to build your brand. That's where a robust real estate marketing campaign can let you and your properties shine. Keep reading to learn how to put together the best real estate marketing ideas to get results!

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Coldwell Banker

MARCH 27, 2023

Award winners will be celebrated on Saturday, April 22 in Phoenix The post Coldwell Banker Realty Agents in Arizona Continue to Set the Pace in the Industry! appeared first on Coldwell Banker Blue Matter.

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Realty Biz

MARCH 27, 2023

Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate LLC announced today the affiliation of Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate The Heritage Group, based in Chino Hills, California. The brokerage has served the surrounding San Bernardino, Riverside, Orange and Los Angeles counties for the past 19 years. The company was first established in 2004 by Larry Black, the firm’s current broker/owner, and Josephine Taylor, the acting broker associate owner.

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RISMedia

MARCH 27, 2023

By Meghan Belnap Summer is just around the corner, and that means it's time to make sure your home is ready for the season ahead. With hot weather come higher energy bills and potential maintenance issues. To avoid any unpleasant surprises during the warmer months, take some time now to make necessary repairs and check […] The post Home Repairs to Get on Top of Before Summer Hits appeared first on RISMedia's Housecall.

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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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