January, 2022

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Why Waiting To Sell Your House Could Cost You a Small Fortune

Keeping Current Matters

Many homeowners who plan to sell in 2022 may think the wise thing to do is to wait for the spring buying market since historically about 40 percent of home sales occur between April and July.

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5 predictions for the 2022 housing market

Housing Wire

This article is part of our HousingWire 2022 forecast series. After the series wraps, join us on February 8 for the HW+ Virtual 2022 Forecast Event. Bringing together some of the top economists and researchers in housing, the event will provide an in-depth look at the top predictions for this year, along with a roundtable discussion on how these insights apply to your business.

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Building Materials Prices Increase 1.5% in December, Lumber Volatility at 75-Year High

Eye on Housing

The prices of goods used in residential construction ex-energy climbed 1.5% in December (not seasonally adjusted), according to the latest Producer Price Index (PPI) report released by the Bureau of Labor Statistics. The index was driven higher by large price increases for wood products. Building materials prices increased 15.9% in 2021 and have risen 18.6% since December 2020.

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Canada’s Real Estate Bubble Is So Big Even The Mother of All Crashes Can’t Fix It

Better Dwelling

Canadian real estate is now some of the most expensive in the world. Home prices across the country, not in pricey hubs, are now comically overvalued. At this point, not even a major housing crash can restore affordability. Many think this is pandemic-related, but overvaluation has long been a concern. For at least a decade, […]. The post Canada’s Real Estate Bubble Is So Big Even The Mother of All Crashes Can’t Fix It appeared first on Better Dwelling.

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Welcome to the Future of Hospitality: Smart Rooms Start Here

Speaker: Jady West, VP of Hospitality & Chris Bennett, Head of Sales & Engineering

The modern hotel room is no longer just a place to stay—it’s an experience to remember. Today’s guests expect seamless 5G connectivity, personalized comfort, and high-tech convenience. From AI-powered smart room controls to in-room entertainment and app-based services, technology is redefining hospitality from the inside out. In this new session featuring industry pros Jady West and Chris Bennett, we’ll explore how high-speed, high-bandwidth connectivity powers the innovations that are enabling

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Renting a House Is Getting Way More Expensive. Is It Time to Buy?

Lighter Side of Real Estate

Prices for everything have been going up—from food, to gas, to services, and people are getting less for the dollar. Rents are no exception. After an unprecedented period of time where renters could more or less just cite COVID as a reason to not pay rent, the moratoriums on evictions are gone and rents are roaring higher—particularly with single-family rental houses.

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How Much Do You Need for Your Down Payment?

Keeping Current Matters

As you set out on your homebuying journey, you likely have a plan in place, and you’re working on saving for your purchase.

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Housing inventory crisis continues in 2022

Housing Wire

Early in 2021, when I was talking about how people should worry about home prices overheating, I had a glimmer of hope that maybe toward the end of 2021 we would be spared another seasonal collapse of inventory. Inventory always falls in the fall and winter, but I hoped it wouldn’t be a repeat of 2020. Unfortunately, that didn’t happen and recent data shows that we are at fresh new all-time lows in housing inventory, with mortgage rates and the unemployment rate both under 4% currently.

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A Recipe for Style: Five Fabulous Kitchens

Sotheby's International Real Estate

With their effortless floor plans, superior appliances, and refined surfaces, these kitchens blend functionality, comfort, and style. El Molino. Montecito, California | Maureen McDermut & Maureen Martinez, Sotheby’s International Realty – Montecito – Coast Village Road Brokerage. Originally an olive-crushing mill, this elegant estate in the desirable Golden Quadrangle is one of Montecito’s oldest homes.

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Most Canadian Businesses Think The BoC Lost Control, BMO Sees Wage-Price Spiral

Better Dwelling

Canada’s central bank is quickly losing credibility, according to its survey. The Bank of Canada (BoC) Business Outlook Survey (BOS) for Q4 2021 shows businesses expect high inflation for years. Elevated expectations show they don’t see the BoC in control of its inflation mandate. As a result, most businesses are preparing to raise wages higher […].

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The 2025 Real Estate Roadmap to Success

Don’t just react to changes, plan for them, so you can approach the new year with confidence, direction, and a competitive edge for your business. Having a well-defined business plan helps you chart a clear course, navigate challenges, and set a foundation for growth. This workbook gives you the key steps to outline what matters and will ensure you’re moving ahead.

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Get the Most Out of Your Educational Social Media Content

RIS Media

When it comes to leveraging social media to drum up business in the new year, providing content that educates your audience on real estate is a great way to promote and build trust in your brand. With access to market data and other valuable information, agents can build a winning digital marketing strategy to package and present their educational content on social media.

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Erin and Ben Napier Reveal the Fine Line Between Decor That’s Trendy vs. Just Plain Dated

Realtor.com

HGTV On “Home Town,” Erin and Ben Napier know that old trends usually come back in style. Perhaps that’s why they’re such big fans of “ grandmillennial ” design. In the Season 6 episode “Grandmillennial,” Erin and Ben meet with Rebekah Staples , Erin’s friend since junior high. Staples has been living in Jackson, MS, but is now moving back to Laurel.

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Sellers: Don’t Wait Until Spring To Make Your Move

Keeping Current Matters

As you plan out your goals for the year, moving up to your dream home may top the list.

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Home affordability plummeted in fourth quarter

Housing Wire

Homeownership continues to swerve into unaffordable territory, with median-priced single-family homes becoming less affordable in three-quarters of the nation’s market, a report published by ATTOM Data Solutions last week said. Per the report , between October to December 2021, median home prices in 440 of the 575 counties analyzed by the data vendor saw notable home-price growth.

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Avoiding Lease Accounting Pitfalls in 2025: Lessons Learned from Spreadsheet Errors

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.

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8 Games You Probably Don’t Want to Play Against Real Estate Agents

Lighter Side of Real Estate

Game nights can be a great way to relax with friends and family, and have some fun and laughs. But they can also bring out the competitor in people. It’s all fun and games until someone is getting their butt whooped! If you love playing games, but love winning even more, you might want to think twice about challenging a real estate agent when it comes to some games.

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Over 1 In 5 Canadian Dollars Created Didn’t Exist Two Years Ago

Better Dwelling

Canada’s central bank has been going Brrr, and it’s not because of the frigid winters in Ottawa. Bank of Canada (BoC) data shows that the money supply is still expanding rapidly in October. The M2++ money supply hit peak annual growth last year, reaching the highest level since the 1980s. The latest numbers show over […]. The post Over 1 In 5 Canadian Dollars Created Didn’t Exist Two Years Ago appeared first on Better Dwelling.

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Land Purchase Loans: What to Know About Getting a Lot Loan

Maximum Exposure Real Estate

What to Know About Mortgages For Land Are you planning to buy a plot of land to build a new home? Are you investigating a land loan? If you need financing, you may find it more challenging to get a loan for land from traditional lenders. Land loans are a more specialized finance product available […]. The post Land Purchase Loans: What to Know About Getting a Lot Loan appeared first on Massachusetts Real Estate Exposure.

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Home Is Where the Health Is: 5 Homes Perfect for a Healthy Lifestyle

Sotheby's International Real Estate

A daily wellness routine is no sweat when a home enjoys its own top-tier fitness equipment, private lap pools, professional-caliber sports courts, and flourishing vegetable gardens. Luxurious Living in Dumbo. Brooklyn, New York | The Heyman Team, Sotheby’s International Realty – Downtown Manhattan Brokerage. Offering 4,565 square feet of sophisticated living and entertaining space along with an enviable terrace, this five-bedroom residence is a chic aerie full of light that revels in views

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Tech-Forward Strategies for Scaling Agent Efficiency & Accelerating Growth

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.

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With Mortgage Rates Climbing, Now’s the Time To Act

Keeping Current Matters

Last week, the average 30-year fixed mortgage rate from Freddie Mac jumped from 3.22% to 3.45%.

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Mortgage delinquency rate reaches prepandemic levels

Housing Wire

Mortgage delinquency rates hit pre-pandemic levels in October due to labor market improvements and home equity increases, according to the most recent CoreLogic Loan Performance Report. The expectation is that rates will continue to decline during 2022. In October, 3.8% of mortgages were delinquent by at least 30 days, including foreclosure, close to the 3.7% rate registered in the same period of 2019.

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Should you build or buy a house in 2022?: Cost comparison

The Mortgage Report

Is it cheaper to build or buy a house? Endless variables can change the answer. But this article can help you weigh the costs and benefits of both options.

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Canadian Cities Have Seen Up To 90% of New Real Estate Supply Scooped By Investors

Better Dwelling

Canadian real estate is being scooped up by investors with excessively cheap credit. Ownership data for residential real estate across four regions show a significant share owned by investors in 2020. What’s most impressive is how fast this trend must have accelerated. Cities have seen up to 90% of recently completed homes go to investors, […].

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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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36 Clever Real Estate Marketing Ideas for 2022

The Close

There is only one truth in real estate marketing: it’s constantly changing. If you’re trying to keep up, you will always be second-guessing yourself. Will the marketing you used last year still work in 2022? To find out, we worked with some of the best agents and coaches in the country to find out how they are blending old-school and new-school real estate marketing ideas to build their brands this year.

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Inside the Retreat at Moonstone Beach

Sotheby's International Real Estate

Known for its sandy coves, rocky bluffs, and the eponymous semiprecious stones that often wash up on its shore, Moonstone Beach is one of Southern California’s most beloved stretches of coastline. On an emerald perch high above, this consummately private 78-acre estate is an elegant, self-sufficient sanctuary encompassing a 12,000-square-foot residence, an inviting guesthouse, staff quarters, garaging to showcase up to 50 cars, two event halls, a helipad, equestrian facilities, six acres of roll

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What’s Going To Happen with Home Prices This Year?

Keeping Current Matters

After almost two years of double-digit increases, many experts thought home price appreciation would decelerate or happen at a slower pace in the last quarter of 2021.

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FHFA to GSEs: Back to the drawing board on Duty to Serve

Housing Wire

A federal law mandates that Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac help households on moderate, low, or very low income. The government-sponsored enterprises must do this by setting a plan every three years, dubbed Duty to Serve, that provides lending liquidity and preservation goals for manufactured, rural, and affordable housing. But according to the Federal Housing Finance Agency , which has oversight power over Fannie and Freddie, the GSE’s must go back to the drawing board when it comes to their

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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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Should you apply for a mortgage online? Pros and cons of digital mortgages

The Mortgage Report

When you apply for a mortgage online with an all-digital lender, it will likely be faster and easier. But that doesn't always mean rates will be lower.

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The Bank of Canada Will Raise Rates In Two Weeks, End Year 500% Higher: JP Morgan

Better Dwelling

America’s largest bank is making a bold call for Canada’s central bank — it will raise rates within days. JP Morgan (JPM) economist Silvana Dimino shared their forecast for Canadian interest rates. JPM sees the Bank of Canada (BoC) hiking the overnight rate five times in 2022, sending it 500% higher. Most surprising is how […]. The post The Bank of Canada Will Raise Rates In Two Weeks, End Year 500% Higher: JP Morgan appeared first on Better Dwelling.

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Impacts of Rising New Home Costs

Eye on Housing

Only 15% of buyers were looking for a newly-built home at the start of 2018, but that share shot up to 42% by the final quarter of 2020 (after the start of the pandemic). Since then, however, interest for new construction has fallen steadily, as costs for building materials – especially lumber – have experienced double-digit growth. By the final.