June, 2023

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4 Best (and Worst) Projects for a Home’s Resale Value

RIS Media

For REALTORS®, selling a house should be the start of a relationship with a client, not the end. As you keep in touch with buyers, providing expertise will enhance your standing. Owners want to improve their properties with any number of projects. But what’s appealing to some can be appalling to others. They should understand… The post 4 Best (and Worst) Projects for a Home’s Resale Value appeared first on RISMedia.

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Why higher rates aren’t crashing home prices

Housing Wire

Home prices aren’t crashing, despite what the housing bubble boys are saying. In fact, home prices have firmed up higher recently. The housing bubble boys are a crew that from 2012 to 2019 screamed housing crash every year. They went all in during COVID-19 in 2020, doubled down in 2021 as the forbearance crash bros but really bet the farm on a massive home-price crash in 2023 after the most significant home sales crash ever in 2022.

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David Doctorow steps down as CEO of Realtor.com parent Move, Inc.

Inman

Doctorow oversaw the company as its revenues and site traffic rose to record highs, the company said. But as with the rest of the industry, Move has shown signs of a slowdown.

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Luxury Real Estate Headlines, Final Week in June 2023

Sotheby's International Real Estate

Highlights from this week’s top news stories on luxury and global real estate, art, collectibles, and home. Brisbane, Queensland, Australia | Queensland Sotheby’s International Realty The mansion, owned by a JLL executive, is hitting the market for A$20 million. A Brisbane Equestrian Compound Is on Sale for $13.2 Million – Bloomberg The Gallery-Like Home of Collector Chara Schreyer, Who Championed ‘Strange’ Art, Has Come to Market in San Francisco – artnet Bulgaria’s Most Expensive Home Lists fo

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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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What Does Contingent Mean in Real Estate?

HomeLight

You’ve been browsing for a home when suddenly a particular listing catches your eye. It’s a lovely four-bedroom Colonial, beautifully presented in the heart of a mature neighborhood. But as your eyes scan the details of the listing, you come across a term that makes you pause: “Contingent.” So, what does contingent mean in real estate?

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May Housing Starts: Record Number of Multi-Family Housing Units Under Construction

Calculated Risk Real Estate

Housing Starts Increased Sharply to 1.631 million Annual Rate in May From the Census Bureau: Permits, Starts and Completions Housing Starts: Privately‐owned housing starts in May were at a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 1,631,000. This is 21.7 percent above the revised April estimate of 1,340,000 and is 5.7 percent above the May 2022 rate of 1,543,000.

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Pride Month 2023: Discover the Top 8 Cities for Unforgettable Celebrations

Redfin

We’re officially welcoming the month of June, which means it’s time for Pride! The first Pride march dates back to June 28, 1970, one year after the Stonewall Uprising. Thousands took to Los Angeles, Chicago, and New York streets to commemorate the event and display their support for equal rights. Today, millions of attendees worldwide march through cities to celebrate the fight won and reinforce their support for the work ahead.

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Rent Growth is Negative For the First Time in Three Years—Is Your Cash Flow in Jeopardy?

Bigger Pockets

Rent growth has been on a downward trajectory for a while now, but it finally crossed the negative line. What does this mean for investors?

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Opinion: Release the GSEs from conservatorship

Housing Wire

After the recent extraordinary show of force defending changes to LLPAs by federal regulators and their friends, the forest through the trees risk remains in focus to me. One of the great concerns I have, as both a former regulator and the former head of a major industry trade association, is the downside risk of keeping the GSEs in conservatorship any longer.

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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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NAR CEO Bob Goldberg plans to retire at the end of 2024

Inman

Bob Goldberg's contract will expire Dec. 31, and the executive plans to retire after three decades at NAR and four decades in real estate, according to the National Association of Realtors.

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Breaking: Secret Order of Tents Society Granted Tax Exemption, Protecting Historic Bed Stuy HQ

Brownstoner

The historic secret aid society run by Black women that has a headquarters in the magnificent but dilapidated building at 87 MacDonough Street was granted a tax exemption today, according to New York City Council Member Justin Brannan. Brannan, chairman of the committee on finance, said in an email that the… Read More > The post Breaking: Secret Order of Tents Society Granted Tax Exemption, Protecting Historic Bed Stuy HQ appeared first on Brownstoner.

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What Are the Advantages and Disadvantages of Low HOA Fees?

RIS Media

When you move into a house in a homeowners association (HOA) neighborhood, you might want the fees they charge to be as low as possible. Buying a home is a significant expense, and you might want to reduce costs where you can. But are low HOA fees a good idea? You might assume smaller bills… The post What Are the Advantages and Disadvantages of Low HOA Fees?

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What’s Old Is New Again: 4 Ingenious Home Transformations

Sotheby's International Real Estate

Whether a restyled former synagogue or a transfigured community theater, these four properties have been painstakingly, fashionably modified, respecting each one’s provenance while introducing architectural and aesthetic innovations. Sonoma’s Ruby Stone Building Ginger Martin | Sotheby’s International Realty – St. Helena Brokerage History meets modern luxury in this distinctive 6,743-square-foot property just a block from the Sonoma Plaza.

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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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Total Makeover: What’s the Cost of Gutting a Home and Remodeling?

HomeLight

Most home renovation shows would have you believe that gutting and remodeling your house is as simple as a 30-minute programming block. Draft up some pretty designs, get crazy with a sledgehammer, lay some tile, and bam — your dream house is complete. The reality is a little more complicated, not to mention pricey. According to HomeAdvisor, a full home renovation costs $150,000 on the high end, and that doesn’t account for unexpected bumps along the way.

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Slowing single-family rental price growth is approaching pre-pandemic levels

Housing Wire

The U.S. single-family rental market is still strong, but the pace of rent increases has cooled significantly over the past year. The market is looking more like 2019 than the price spikes witnessed during the pandemic. U.S. single-family rent increases in May registered a 3.7% gain, compared to the 14.2% growth observed in the same month in 2022, according to Corelogic ’s Single-Family Rent Index (SFRI).

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Will AI replace real estate agents?

Inman

While AI has the potential to automate and certainly enhance many aspects of the real estate industry, writes California Realtor Ken Sisson, it is unlikely to replace human agents completely anytime soon.

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Lawler: Update on Mortgage/Treasury Spreads

Calculated Risk Real Estate

CR Note: A year ago, housing economist Tom Lawler explained why the spread between mortgage rates and the 10-year Treasury yield was wider than “normal” See: Lawler: Mortgage/Treasury Spreads, Part I and Lawler: Mortgage/Treasury Spreads Part II: “Decomposing” the Widening This Year. From housing economist Tom Lawler: Last May I wrote a two-part piece on why the spread between the 30-year fixed-rate mortgage rate and the 10-year Treasury rate had widened significantly fro

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Rise of The Apps: Building Your Dream Tech Stack For Real Estate Success

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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The Pros and Cons of a Backup Offer on a House

RIS Media

In the world of real estate, competition can be fierce. Multiple buyers are not uncommon to be interested in the same property. When another offer has been accepted on a house you set your heart on, there is still hope in the form of a backup offer. A backup offer allows you to position yourself… The post The Pros and Cons of a Backup Offer on a House appeared first on RISMedia.

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The Bold and the Beautiful: 4 Homes with Vibrant Interiors

Sotheby's International Real Estate

Choosing bold paint shades is an effortless way to transform an interior space from commonplace to compelling. These spirited residences succeed with vivid, eye-catching doses of color in a variety of spaces. Fifth Avenue Aerie Elizabeth L. Sample, Brenda S. Powers | Sotheby’s International Realty – East Side Manhattan Brokerage High above Fifth Avenue in East Harlem, this dramatic 3,045-square-foot condominium residence is a sophisticated aerie with magnificent views and floods of natural

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As Williamsburg Tenants Fight Rooftop Battery Installation, City Moves to Make Them As of Right

Brownstoner

Editor's Note: This morning, New York City's Board of Standards and Appeals approved a special permit for the installation of a battery energy storage system at 315 Berry Street, allowing MicroGrid Networks to proceed with the Department of Building's permitting process. Tenants in an early 20th century Williamsburg building fighting the… Read More > The post As Williamsburg Tenants Fight Rooftop Battery Installation, City Moves to Make Them As of Right appeared first on Brownstoner.

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The savagely unhealthy housing market is back

Housing Wire

The days on market are back to a teenager level in the existing home sales market, which means I can officially say we are back to a savagely unhealthy housing market! Just when I thought I was out, they pull me back in. What do I mean by savagely unhealthy? One of the critical data lines I track is the days on market, and when that breaks under 30 days it’s a dangerous sign, but when we get into the teenager level or lower, it’s a red alert.

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5 Data Proven Ways Agents Can Do 18% More Business

Curious as to how you could do 18% more business? How about 14 more transaction sides per year? Check out this infographic with data from a RealTrends study to learn more.

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NAR pushes back on harassment claim amid growing agent backlash

Inman

The National Association of Realtors tapped an independent law firm to investigate sexual and racial harassment allegations, ultimately choosing to "reject" claims made by a former employee.

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Freddie Mac House Price Index Increased Slightly in May; Up 0.4% Year-over-year

Calculated Risk Real Estate

Note: This is a repeat sales index using only loans purchased by Fannie and Freddie and includes appraisals. See FAQs here. Freddie has data for all states and many cities. For house prices, I’m currently following Case-Shiller, FHFA , CoreLogic , Black Knight , the NAR median price s, and this Freddie Mac index. Freddie Mac reported that its “National” Home Price Index (FMHPI) increased 0.5% month-over-month on a seasonally adjusted (SA) basis in May, putting the National FMHP

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Huge Surge in Housing Starts Defies Predictions

RIS Media

Despite significant doom and gloom in other macroeconomic areas, data on housing starts is providing a positive counterpoint, underscoring increased confidence around the near future of housing as buildings and developers push construction of new units to a 13-month high. A massive 21.7% increase from the previous month put new starts at a seasonally adjusted… The post Huge Surge in Housing Starts Defies Predictions appeared first on RISMedia.

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Take a Deep Dive into These Four Picturesque Waterfront Homes

Sotheby's International Real Estate

From coast to coast, these four waterfront homes are buoys for modern-day living, affording a life lived amid scenic surroundings and the soothing sounds of water. Chic Lakefront Contemporary Cathie Messina | Sotheby’s International Realty – Westlake Village Brokerage This dramatic contemporary oasis on Lake Sherwood was designed to maximize its cinematic views.

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How Enriching the Lives of Your Clients Leads to Greater Sales Success

Speaker: Ari Capogeannis, Director - Revenue Marketing at NVIDIA and Bill Pappa, Sales and Marketing Leader at Ai Media Group

Building strong personal and professional relationships with clients is a critical success factor. Sales professionals who focus on relationship building generate more leads and raise their brand awareness. Because this can take time, having regular engagements can help you cultivate these relationships more efficiently. The most effective way to accomplish this is through direct hyper-personalized touchpoints.