Housing Wire

JULY 9, 2023

The slow zombie crawl of housing inventory went lower last week as inventory was negative week to week. In addition, mortgage rates rose to a yearly high as labor data stayed firm and purchase apps had their first negative week after three straight weeks of positive growth. Weekly Active listings fell by 866 homes Mortgage rates rose to a year-to-date high of 7.22% Purchase apps were down 5% week to week Weekly housing inventory We had a hat trick in housing last week: weekly active listings wer

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Sotheby's International Real Estate

JULY 6, 2023

Jenny Landey and Zacheriah Dayton – Sotheby’s International Realty – East Hampton Brokerage Sometimes the most meaningful luxury lifestyles are only discovered through experiment and experience. This is why many prospective luxury homebuyers opt to rent in different enticing locations before committing to a property purchase. Not only does this allow them to judge whether a particular area has all the practical and recreational amenities they desire, it also lets them discover

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Inman

JULY 7, 2023

In the face of new harassment allegations at the highest levels of leadership, where is the outrage? asks speaker and writer Valerie Garcia. Is this who we are as Realtors?

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RIS Media

JULY 5, 2023

When embarking on the journey of purchasing a house, many homebuyers find themselves wondering whether they need a buyer’s agent to assist them throughout the process. Buying a home is a significant financial and emotional investment, and having a knowledgeable professional by your side can provide invaluable guidance and support. We will examine the role… The post Why Your Client Needs a Buyer’s Agent appeared first on RISMedia.

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HomeLight

JULY 11, 2023

Whether the cause is unpaid taxes, unpaid alimony, or unpaid contractor bills, selling a house with a lien against it adds one more wrinkle to the already complex task of a home sale. But don’t fret. “Nine times out of 10 the lien can be paid off through the sale,” says Richie Helali, Mortgage Sales Lead at HomeLight Home Loans. “This way the seller doesn’t need to come up with [the debt] out-of-pocket earlier.

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Real Estate News

JULY 5, 2023

Younger generations are especially motivated by walkability, even if it means paying more, giving up yard space or living in a multifamily dwelling.

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Sotheby's International Real Estate

JULY 7, 2023

Highlights from this week’s top news stories on luxury and global real estate, art, collectibles, and home. Sonoma, California | Sotheby’s International Realty – Sonoma Brokerage The renovated residence overlooks Mt. Diablo, the San Pablo Bay and the San Francisco skyline. Decorist Founder Selling California Wine Country Home for $12.5 Million – Mansion Global In Beverly Hills, Even the Cheapest Homes Cost Millions – The Wall Street Journal Asheville Was Already Cool—Now It’s Luxe – Barron’

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Inman

JULY 6, 2023

Janelle Brevard initially sued the National Association of Realtors, claiming her firing was a form of harassment and retaliation. The case ended Thursday, though many questions still remain.

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Eye on Housing

JULY 5, 2023

Consumer confidence in June rose to its highest level in 17 months as recession concerns eased. However, spending plans were mixed. Vacation intentions continued to improve, while the intention to buy homes and big-ticket appliances cooled further due to elevated mortgage rates. This shift in consumer preference from goods to services is likely to continue this year.

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RIS Media

JULY 5, 2023

The large millennial population is in prime first-time home-buying age, driving demand and competing for the ongoing scarcity of homes for sale. While there are some divergences in how millennials approach home buying and selling, it’s still an open question about how radically this generation will change the housing market. Millennials are different from prior… The post How Millennials Are Changing the Home-Buying Process (And How They Aren’t) appeared first on RISMedia.

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Real Estate News

JULY 6, 2023

The Baird & Warner CEO shares how his family business has thrived in a cyclical, sometimes “regressive” industry, and discusses the future of buyer agency.

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Housing Wire

JULY 2, 2023

Housing inventory finally broke under 2022 levels last week. To give you an idea how different this year is from last year, last week in 2022, active listings grew 30,940 while this year they only grew 5,848. Mortgage rates rose last week after the better-than-anticipated jobless claims data but even with higher rates, we also had a third week of positive purchase application data.

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Bigger Pockets

JULY 2, 2023

Have you ever wondered whether or not real estate is a good investment? Explore why real estate is a great investment and how it can help you achieve your financial goals.

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Inman

JULY 6, 2023

Existing-home sales are expected to tumble to a 12-year low by the end of 2023, but they won't stay that way for long, Realtor.com Chief Economist Danielle Hale predicted on Wednesday.

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Eye on Housing

JULY 10, 2023

Data obtained from the US Census Bureau’s Survey of Construction (SOC) and tabulated by NAHB, show that the rising trend of two or more stories homes continued in 2022. Although the overall share remained virtually unchanged, the share of two or more stories homes started construction was greater than one story homes in 2022. Nationwide, the share of new homes.

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NAR: Economic Outlook

JULY 5, 2023

Pending Home Sales Weakened in May May's pending home sales pace declined 2.7% from last month and fell 22.2% from a year ago.

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Real Estate News

JULY 2, 2023

Facing a contraction of his brokerage business, J. Philip Faranda made a previously "unthinkable" decision. Now he wishes he had done it sooner.

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Housing Wire

JULY 7, 2023

The 10-year yield and mortgage rates have been rising close to the 2023 high as some labor data shows that the honey badger labor market is still growing. To make things even more complicated, the spreads between the 30-year mortgage rate and the 10-year yield keep getting wider. The question is: will the labor data push mortgage rates to 8%? In my 2023 forecast , I wrote that if the economy stays firm, the 10-year yield range should be between 3.21% and 4.25% , equating to mortgage rates betwee

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Bigger Pockets

JULY 2, 2023

Artificial intelligence (AI) like ChatGPT might not be great at writing podcast intros, but when it comes to building a rental property or real estate portfolio, these platforms produce far […]

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Inman

JULY 31, 2023

Ahead of his appearance at Inman Luxury Connect, the Spears Group founder told Inman demand for trophy properties or highly unique listings is at an all-time high throughout North Florida.

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Eye on Housing

JULY 6, 2023

The count of open, unfilled jobs for the overall economy moved lower in May, falling to 9.8 million. While ongoing tight labor market conditions have likely confirmed one to two more Fed rate hikes through the start of the Fall, the JOLTS survey is another data point indicating an ongoing but gradual cooling of macro conditions. The count of open.

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RIS Media

JULY 10, 2023

When looking for your next home, you have many decisions to make. One of those important choices is choosing the neighborhood you want to live in. Living in a subdivision neighborhood is popular, but is it right for you and your family? We look at what to know about living in a neighborhood so you… The post The Pros and Cons of Living in a Subdivision Neighborhood appeared first on RISMedia.

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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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Real Estate News

JULY 7, 2023

Yes, there's a new social media app in town. It might be a fad — or the next big thing — but getting on board now could reap dividends for your business.

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Housing Wire

JULY 7, 2023

Nationwide Property and Appraisal Services LLC (NPAS), led by Sri Velamati and one of the largest appraisal management companies in the U.S., announced that it has acquired Integrity Appraisal Management (Integrity), a regional AMC based in Houston, TX. The acquisition of Integrity will help NPAS strengthen its ability to expand market reach and enhance product and service offerings, the company said in a statement.

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Bigger Pockets

JULY 7, 2023

100% financing for ALL of your real estate deals? Without thousands of dollars saved up, many people assume there’s no way for them to invest in real estate.

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Inman

JULY 27, 2023

Former Keller Williams CEO Chris Heller previously served as OJO's chief real estate officer. Jerimiah Taylor, formerly a vice president at OJO, will step into Heller's previous role, the company said.

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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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Brownstoner

JULY 6, 2023

A lottery has opened for 341 apartments in the 100 percent affordable Atlantic Chestnut development under construction in Cypress Hills on the site of a former food processing plant that burned down in 2012. The Atlantic Chestnut phase one lottery is for the first 14-story building in the three-building, 1,294,400-square-foot development… Read More > The post Affordable Housing Lottery Opens in Cypress Hills for $419 Studios and $722 Three-Bedrooms appeared first on Brownstoner.

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Sotheby's International Real Estate

JULY 1, 2023

An outdoor fireplace or fire pit helps create an exceptionally warm, welcoming ambience in any open-air space, whether it’s a rooftop deck gazing out toward the Pacific or a poolside terrace mere blocks from the Atlantic. Whispering Oaks Vineyard Kevin McDonald | Sotheby’s International Realty – Sonoma Brokerage A gated drive winds through some 10 acres of meticulously maintained vineyards to this four-bedroom modern residence, which harmonizes effortlessly with its natural surroundings.

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Real Estate News

JULY 29, 2023

Amid a new wave of reports of the dangers of working as a real estate agent, Jay Thompson says the industry must take steps to improve safety for all agents.

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Housing Wire

JULY 7, 2023

Consumer confidence in housing may have plateaued, according to the latest home purchase sentiment index (HPSI) by Fannie Mae. The HPSI — which tracks the housing market and consumer confidence to sell or buy a home — rose a mere 0.4 points to 66 as difficult supply and affordability conditions continue to weigh on the housing market, according to Fannie Mae.

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