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Notarize offers a comprehensive workflow to complete remote notarizations as part of the eClosing process

Housing Wire

With demand for digital mortgage solutions gaining momentum, lenders want to ensure they’re partnering with professionals that can offer the best when it comes to eClosings. Notarize, a leader in online notarization, has heard the calling for more streamlined digital mortgage options and has acted in the interest of its customers. Notarize offers technology for the real estate market with an all-in-one workflow to complete remote notarizations as part of the eClosing process.

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Meet The Real Estate Tech Entrepreneur: Will Dunn from Gravy

GeekEstate

In this week’s founder interview, we’re bringing you Will Dunn from Gravy. Without further ado…. Who are you and what do you do? I am the co-founder and Chief Growth Officer at Gravy, a mobile app that helps renters save money and buy their first home sooner. I focus on our strategic roadmap and identifying new ways that we can help aspiring homeowners succeed.

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Black Knight’s eClose technology offerings solve many of the common eClosing pain points

Housing Wire

The post-pandemic business landscape is totally different from what we were used to just a few years ago. As the world races towards increased digitization, mortgage professionals are striving to keep up with the demand for convenient lending solutions that allow borrowers to navigate the process from the comfort of their own homes. One of the most notable of these solutions has been the introduction of eClosings.

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How Do Realtors Get Paid For a Home Sale?

Realty Biz

Most consumers, whether buying or selling a home, understand that real estate agents are paid a commission. From there, it gets blurry what consumers know and don’t know. How a real estate professional gets compensated is a question often asked. The question is understandable because real estate isn’t as straightforward as a typical salesperson.

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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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Solex from Docutech is a fully integrated eClose solution, meaning lenders work with only one vendor

Housing Wire

Many lenders looking to deliver a fully digital eClose find themselves having to manage multiple vendors, integrations, and a complex tech stack leading to pain points and frustration for users. Unlike other solutions, Solex from Docutech is a fully integrated, end-to-end eClose solution meaning lenders work with only one vendor and implement one technology.

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How Much Does a Bathroom Remodel Increase Home Value?

HomeLight

A bathroom remodel in 2022 can increase a home’s value by as much as 53%-58% of what is spent on the renovation. Some remodels might even recoup up to 71% of your costs upon resale. Bathrooms are deal breakers (or makers) in a home sale , and buyers will place a hard minimum on their number of desired baths. But how does a bathroom remodel increase home value?

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Top 10 Brooklyn Real Estate Listings: A Clinton Hill Co-op, a Prospect Park South Standalone

Brownstoner

The most popular listings on Brownstoner this week include a co-op in Prospect Lefferts Gardens, a row house in Windsor Terrace and a semi-detached house in Bay Ridge. Bay Ridge and Prospect Lefferts Gardens were popular this week with other listings dotted around the borough and even into Orange County. The… Read More > The post Top 10 Brooklyn Real Estate Listings: A Clinton Hill Co-op, a Prospect Park South Standalone appeared first on Brownstoner.

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Wolters Kluwer’s scalable solutions enable lenders to offer both full and hybrid eClosings

Housing Wire

In an increasingly digital-first age, businesses are targeting solutions that provide convenience and speed, allowing their customers to make everyday transactions without stepping outside their homes. And when it comes to buying and refinancing homes, the demand for digital is no different. With the recent acquisition of International Document Services (IDS), Wolters Kluwer has solidified its position as a digital mortgage solutions leader.

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Appraisers Share How They Found Their Supervisor

McKissock

Are you just starting your real estate appraisal career? Last month we asked our appraisal community, “How did you find your supervisor when you were first starting out?” Thank you to the large number of appraisers who shared their top tips for up-and-coming appraisers! Keep reading for quotes from many of the experienced appraisers who were willing to share their wisdom with newcomers to the profession.

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The Closing Exchange provides a wide variety of signing solutions for lenders looking to deliver eClosings

Housing Wire

As more lenders look to deliver eClosings, they are finding that the right partner makes a difference. The Closing Exchange (TCX) partners with its clients to configure solutions to support their workflow at every stage of their digital evolution. Whether a lender is just beginning the journey to offer eClosing options or is looking for a more flexible, scalable model to offer clients, TCX is the perfect partner to deliver a dynamic eClosing solution.

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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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Managing Your Client’s Expectations to Avoid Home Buyer’s Remorse

McKissock

Buying a home is one of the most significant financial decisions most people will make. Homes not only serve the family while they live there but also provide a long-term investment that people may use when it comes time for retirement or other major life transitions. Unfortunately, as many as 70% of home buyers report having at least one regret about their experiences and decisions during the home buying process.

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NotaryCam’s eClose 360 platform allows borrowers to close anytime, with hybrid and mobile options

Housing Wire

The pandemic transformed traditional business practices and gave way to a digital revolution that has impacted nearly every industry. This demand for digital business solutions is here to stay and leaders in the mortgage industry are adapting to the changing needs of borrowers everywhere. Trusted by over 1 million users, NotaryCam’s eClose 360 platform allows borrowers to close anytime from pretty much anywhere.

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In the Military and Selling a House: Programs and Resources for Service Members

HomeLight

Military life comes with many challenges, and a big one is having to relocate frequently. Particularly after receiving a Permanent Change of Station (PCS) order , you may feel pressure to sell your house as quickly as possible so that your relocation can go smoothly. Fortunately, there are many programs and services to help military members transition.

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Realistic Post-Frenzy Pricing

BubbleInfo

The 3,743sf active listing across the street has been listed for sale at $2,350,000 since June 10th – but still unsold. Next door to it was a 4,398sf sale that closed on June 21st for $2,385,000 (it was a rental and needed work). It was on the market for 28 days before they found their […].

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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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DocMagic’s Total eClose provides everything lenders need for a 100% paperless eClosing

Housing Wire

As the mortgage industry adjusts to higher rates, loss of refinance volume, margin compression, supply issues and other factors, lenders are looking to solutions like eClosing to optimize operations for the short and long-term. As the industry pioneer and leading eClosing provider, DocMagic continues to lead with innovation to help lenders streamline their operations through technology solutions that can increase efficiency, lower operating costs and provide a competitive advantage by delivering

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La Costa Oaks Stunner – Pending!

BubbleInfo

Now that buyers are being more cautious, we’ve seen how important it is now for sellers to spruce up their home and list for an attractive price. A third component is to not think that there are two in the bush that are going to offer hundreds of thousands over the list price – it’s […].

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ICE Mortgage Technology’s Encompass eClose solution helps lenders maximize cost savings and gain efficiency

Housing Wire

A common issue with eClosing technology is that even the best solutions can result in fractured workflows made up of multiple systems, logins, and workflows. This can make the adoption of eClosing technology a difficult task. ICE Mortgage Technology has set out to change this with its Encompass eClose solution, the ideal closing solution for Encompass LOS lenders who want to maximize their cost savings and gain operational efficiency in closing and post-closing.

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How to Buy a House without a Real Estate Agent, Just Like a Professional

HomeLight

You’ve decided it’s time to buy a house ! One of the first steps is to pick a real estate agent to work with. But what if you decide that you don’t want to work with a buyer’s agent to buy your home? Chances are, if you’ve decided that buying a home without an agent is the best choice for you — and you’re reading this — you need some guidance for how to go about the process on your own.

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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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U.S. needs 4.3 million new apartments by 2035, report finds

Realty Biz

The United States will need to add 4.3 million new apartments by 2025 to tackle challenges around affordability, demand and deficit, a new study has found. The research, conducted by the National Multifamily Housing Council and National Apartment Association, suggests that demand for apartments is set to increase across all 50 states and all major metro areas.

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Get Ahead of Appraiser Required Repairs: How Sellers Can Avoid the Most Common Closing Killers

HomeLight

Even before you decided to put your home up for sale, you probably knew making minor repairs and sprucing up your home would increase the chances of attracting the right buyers and getting a great offer. But, you may not realize how much the condition of your property — its appearance, maintenance and safety — can impact the chances of converting that awesome offer into a smooth sale, especially if your buyer is using a mortgage that requires an appraisal , so it’s a good idea to get ahead on an

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