Inman
MAY 24, 2023
You can increase brand awareness and make genuine connections when you use Instagram to generate and nurture leads, writes Michelle Berman-Mickel. Here's how to put its power to work for your real estate business.
Housing Wire
MAY 24, 2023
Last week, the U.S. debt ceiling impasse and the resilient economy led mortgage rates to climb to the highest level in two months. Some indexes show the 30-year fixed rate has reached the 7% mark, which has reduced borrowers’ appetite for home loans. The latest MBA data published on Wednesday morning shows that mortgage loan applications decreased 4.6% for the week ending May 19 compared to one week earlier.
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Real Estate News
MAY 24, 2023
“You do not want to think you're smarter than your customers,” Florance said on CoStar’s strategy of building Homes.com as a platform for agents and consumers.
Housing Wire
MAY 24, 2023
Freddie Mac on Tuesday announced enhancements to its automated income assessment tool —already used for direct deposits—to also include the borrower’s digital paystub data. The government sponsored enterprise said lenders can calculate income faster and more precisely, improving loan quality, simplifying the mortgage process and expanding access to credit.
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Keeping Current Matters
MAY 24, 2023
You’re probably feeling the impact of high inflation every day as prices have gone up on groceries, gas, and more.
Housing Wire
MAY 24, 2023
Every spring marks the start of homebuying season – a period where home sales spike. For title professionals, homebuying season is our “busy season,” with professionals working tirelessly to ensure that property titles are clear of any liens or other defects ahead of closing day. For many buyers, closing day represents the beginning of the next chapter in their lives – having a new place to celebrate important milestones and create new memories.
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Housing Wire
MAY 24, 2023
When FEMA released its Risk Rating 2.0 methodology in October 2021, thousands of homeowners in low-elevation coastal areas of the United States braced for federal flood insurance hikes. Recently released data from the agency shows that annual flood insurance premiums will eventually double or even triple for homeowners in some U.S. zip codes, though most homeowners with flood insurance in America will pay less than they currently do.
Inman
MAY 24, 2023
In an interview with Intel, real estate tech strategist Mike DelPrete laid out how artificial intelligence might change the industry, including real estate search portals, and why we're not there yet.
Housing Wire
MAY 24, 2023
The Federal Reserve ‘s monetary tightening policy and the recent banking crisis have the potential to change the mortgage-backed securities (MBS) market’s dynamics more than anything seen over the last two decades, according to secondary market experts. The Fed and U.S. banks, which glommed onto these assets in the wake of the Global Financial Crisis, are expected to play a smaller role in the years to come.
Inman
MAY 24, 2023
Recognizing a need for deeper conversation in the mortgage and lending industry, Inman introduces the Mortgage & Finance Forum, Aug. 9 at the Aria in Las Vegas. Attendance is free for qualified professionals.
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.
Housing Wire
MAY 24, 2023
Members of the U.S. House of Representatives took the opportunity during a hearing this week to ask Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) Director Sandra Thompson about a proposed change to the FICO Classic credit model, inquiring about the potential impacts on credit availability and mortgage financing for constituents. The FHFA announced in October 2022 that it is replacing the Classic FICO credit model that Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac use with the FICO 10T and the VantageScore 4.0 credit score
Inman
MAY 24, 2023
Doorsey uses a publicly available bidding website on which buyers can see competitive offers and submit formal "bids" above the last. Founder Jordan Allen was happy to see the deal go through.
Housing Wire
MAY 24, 2023
At HousingWire Annual 2023, we aren’t vibe-checking the housing market. We’re bringing all the cutting-edge housing knowledge that today’s professionals need based on data. And who better to present that data than the president and founder of Altos Research , Mike Simonsen? Register today to catch Simonsen on stage as he answers the question, “How’s the market?
Inman
MAY 24, 2023
Purchase loan applications fell by a seasonally adjusted 4 percent last week as mortgage rates surged on debt ceiling and inflation worries.
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Bigger Pockets
MAY 24, 2023
Institutional homebuyers are withdrawing from the real estate market. Find out how this will impact small, mom-and-pop investors.
Inman
MAY 24, 2023
New York developer Jeffrey Gural won the right to buy the iconic Manhattan office building months after the original high-bidder failed to come up with the deposit for the building.
Bigger Pockets
MAY 24, 2023
Did you know you can invest in real estate using funds you’ve probably forgotten about?
Inman
MAY 24, 2023
The home has three bedrooms but isn't livable, because it has been left abandoned for some time and has become derelict and dangerous. It attracted five bidders after originally listing for AU$1.2 million.
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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.
Bigger Pockets
MAY 24, 2023
A legend in the real estate investing community has passed away. We look back at the life and success of Sam Zell.
Inman
MAY 24, 2023
While NAR plans to add new checkboxes for agent safety, they're leaving out some of the most common (and messy) hazards that agents face, writes broker Teresa Boardman.
Eye on Housing
MAY 24, 2023
The missing middle construction sector includes development of medium-density housing, such as townhouses, duplexes and other small multifamily properties. The multifamily segment of the missing middle (apartments in 2- to 4-unit properties) has disappointed since the Great Recession. For the first quarter of 2023, there were just 4,000 2- to 4-unit housing unit construction starts.
Inman
MAY 24, 2023
Zillow has the most traffic, according to an analysis by Intel, but at least one rival is growing rapidly in what one observer compared to a Game of Thrones-style gauntlet run.
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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.
RIS Media
MAY 24, 2023
Would you like a 500% increase in your topline revenue? You can absolutely do it though a strategic and well-executed recruiting plan. It requires thoughtful leadership, well-designed plans and an absolute commitment to implementation. Recruiting, done right, is your ticket to building a more successful, profitable and growing brokerage. Let’s dig in further. … The post 4 Steps to Recruiting Your Way to a 500% Revenue Increase appeared first on RISMedia.
Inman
MAY 24, 2023
Eagle Mountain, which operated an iron mine for over three decades and has largely been abandoned since the late '80s, has been sold to a mysterious company for unknown future use.
RIS Media
MAY 24, 2023
Mortgage applications decreased for the second week in a row, down 4.6% from a decrease of 5.7% the previous week, according to the latest Weekly Mortgage Applications Survey from the Mortgage Bankers Association’s (MBA) for the week ending May 19, 2023. This week’s numbers: The Market Composite Index, a measure of mortgage loan application volume,… The post Mortgage Applications Decrease for Second Straight Week appeared first on RISMedia.
Inman
MAY 24, 2023
Doug Brown brings nearly seven years of experience as vice president and senior vice president of Douglas Elliman Development Marketing to his new role in the team as new development specialist.
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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.
RIS Media
MAY 24, 2023
Not every city or metro is feeling the freezing effects of higher mortgage rates and dwindling consumer confidence. The local nature of real estate means that a snapshot of housing should look like a spectrum, with gradients of up and down, hot or not. At any given time, it is important to recognize which places… The post Let ‘Em Cook: The Top 5 Hottest Markets in Each Region appeared first on RISMedia.
Inman
MAY 24, 2023
There's been a lot of talk about the FHFA's fee increase, but economist Matthew Gardner thinks that, for the most part, it's much ado about nothing.
RIS Media
MAY 24, 2023
The Harvard Joint Center for Housing Studies has been studying the effects of digitalization in housing via an ongoing research series. One affected area is the energy consumption of homes and management thereof, detailed in a recent report, “Empowering Up, Powering Down: The Evolution, Effects, and Efforts to Digitize Energy Controls and Digitalize Energy Information… The post How Smart Devices Can Help Manage a Home’s Energy Use appeared first on RISMedia.
Inman
MAY 24, 2023
Do you love the drama of big houses, big commissions and even bigger egos? Then you're probably a fan of real estate reality shows.
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