Keeping Current Matters

MARCH 4, 2025

More people are taking steps to buy a home. And, if you’ve been waiting for the right time to move, this may be the sign you’ve been looking for.

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Inman

MARCH 4, 2025

Six months after commission lawsuit changes took effect, compliance expert Summer Goralik writes, uniformity in implementation and guidance remains elusive, making industry confusion the norm and compliance an ever-moving target.

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Housing Wire

MARCH 3, 2025

If you thought winning a listing was challenging, just wait until you have to start telling a homeowner what to do with their home in order to sell it quickly. Home staging is your chance to transform a property into a home that buyers cant wait to get their hands on. Homeowners can be reluctant to make some of these changes, but its your job to guide them through the process.

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Housing Wire

MARCH 4, 2025

March figures to be a crucial month for gauging consumer interest in the 2025 housing market. The pace of home sales remains near a 30-year low point as home prices and mortgage rates keep potential borrowers in wait-and-see mode. But mortgage rates have posted an unusually large decline in the past week. On Tuesday, HousingWires Mortgage Rates Center showed that the average 30-year conforming rate was 6.89%, down 12 basis points (bps) from a week ago.

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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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BAM Media

MARCH 3, 2025

BAM Key Details: Keller Williams has sold an investment stake to Stone Point Capital, parent company of CoreLogic, in a move aimed at accelerating growth and delivering more value to agents and franchisees. Alongside the sale, Christopher Czarnecki, former CEO of Broadstone Net Lease, has been appointed CEO and President. Keller Williams Realty has taken a significant investment from Stone Point Capital, the parent company of CoreLogic.

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Real Estate News

MARCH 3, 2025

Keller Williams says strategic investment by CoreLogic owner Stone Point Capital is designed to fuel growth, as Christopher Czarnecki takes the helm.

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Housing Wire

MARCH 5, 2025

Mortgage applications increased 20.4% from one week earlier on a seasonally adjusted basis as buyers pounced on lower rates , according to data from the Mortgage Bankers Associations (MBA) weekly mortgage applications survey for the week ending Feb. 28, 2025. On an unadjusted basis, applications increased 22% compared with the previous week. The refinance index increased 37% from the previous week and was 83% higher than the same week one year ago.

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Marco Santarelli

MARCH 4, 2025

Today's mortgage rates on March 4, 2025, show a slight decrease, particularly in the 30-year fixed mortgage rate, which sits at an average of 6.26%. However, mortgage rates have dropped nearly 30 basis points from their February average and plunged last week amid market fears of an economic slowdown. It signifies a potentially more favorable environment for entering the housing market or adjusting your current mortgage terms.

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Inman

MARCH 6, 2025

At $24 billion, Guild's 2024 mortgage production marked the San Diego-based lender's biggest year since the pandemic-fueled refinancing boom.

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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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Real Estate News

MARCH 6, 2025

Revenue jumped 84% compared to the previous year and the company added 10,000 agents in 2024 after needing nine years to gain its first 10,000.

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Housing Wire

MARCH 3, 2025

Keller Williams has entered into a strategic partnership with private equity firm Stone Point Capital , according to an announcement on Monday. Stone Point is no stranger to the real estate industry, as it also holds strategic investments in Lone Wolf Technologies , Homepoint , CoreLogic and Meridian. This is an exciting milestone for all Keller Williams agents and franchisees, Gary Keller, the co-founder and executive chairman of Keller Williams, said in a prepared statement.

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Calculated Risk Real Estate

MARCH 5, 2025

Here is the ICE March Mortgage Monitor report (pdf). Press Release: ICE Mortgage Monitor: Property Insurance Costs Rose at a Record Rate in 2024 Prompting Homeowners to Shop for Better Rates, Accept Higher Deductibles The average annual property insurance premium among mortgaged single-family homes rose by a record +$276 (+14%) to $2,290 in 2024, capping a five-year rise of +$872 (+61%) Seattle (+22%), Salt Lake City (+22%) and Los Angeles (+20%) saw the largest percentage increases in 2024, whi

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Inman

MARCH 7, 2025

The trade group wants to replace the polarizing National Association of Realtors rule with what it's calling a "Clear Collaboration Policy," which it says would be more flexible than the status quo.

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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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Real Estate News

MARCH 7, 2025

As AI evolves, more companies are launching tools aimed at improving agent efficiency but they cant replace the human touch, tech leaders say.

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Housing Wire

MARCH 5, 2025

A large majority of homeowners (88%) have concerns about selling their homes, with financial uncertainty and housing market conditions ranking among their top fears, according to a recent survey by Clever Real Estate. The survey , which polled 1,000 homeowners at the end of 2024, found that the most common concerns include the stress of the sale (42%), the high costs of selling (40%), the inability to afford a new home (32%) and not selling for a high enough price (32%).

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Eye on Housing

MARCH 5, 2025

Following two straight quarters of deceleration, house price appreciation accelerated slightly in the fourth quarter of 2024 due to the persistent high mortgage rates and low inventory. Although inventories of existing homes have improved from a year ago, the current 3.5-month supply remains below the 4.5- to 6-month supply that considered a balanced housing market.

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Inman

MARCH 6, 2025

In real estate, a strong legacy isn't just about the past it's about ensuring a thriving future, Joshua A. McGrath writes. If youre considering M&A, heres what you should know.

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Real Estate News

MARCH 4, 2025

After a 30-day pause, 25% tariffs on Canada and Mexico major providers of construction materials took effect Mar. 4, creating uncertainty for builders.

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Housing Wire

MARCH 7, 2025

While the U.S. housing market has shown signs of slowing, demand remains strong in key Midwest and Northeast cities, where homes are selling weeks faster than the national average, according to Realtor.com s Hottest Markets Report for February. In the most in-demand markets, homes sold in 33 to 51 days, significantly below the national median of 66 days.

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Brownstoner

MARCH 4, 2025

Share your vision for a bit of East New York history at a community workshop designed to spark ideas for preserving the Long Island Railroad Substation 2. Hosted by Preserving East New York (PENY) and East New York Community Land Trust (ENYCLT), the event will bring together community members and students… Read More > The post Community Workshop Will Reimagine the Future of East New York Train Station appeared first on Brownstoner.

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Inman

MARCH 7, 2025

Top brass at Instagram, Adam Mosseri, is sharing insights for creators to get more traction on the platform. Reals Jimmy Burgess breaks down how to make these tips work for you in real estate.

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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.

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Real Estate News

MARCH 3, 2025

The Ninth Circuit denied the brokerage's request for a new trial, agreeing with an earlier ruling that NAR's no-commingling rule was not anticompetitive.

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Housing Wire

MARCH 4, 2025

A 10% reduction in title insurance premiums was recently ordered by the Texas Department of Insurance (TDI), with the regulator citing profit ratios that were deemed to be excessive. The mandate is set to go into effect July 1. Texas insurance commissioner Cassie Browns office laid out what led to the move in a written order containing provisions analyzed by the Texas Land Title Association (TLTA) and the Texas Office of Public Insurance Counsel (OPIC).

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Keeping Current Matters

MARCH 5, 2025

Selling a house comes with a lot of moving pieces, and the last thing you want is a deal falling apart over unexpected repairs uncovered during the buyer’s inspection.

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Inman

MARCH 6, 2025

The Real Brokerage brought in more than 10,000 new agents in 2024 while surpassing a $1 billion in annual revenue, according to fourth-quarter and fiscal-year earnings Thursday.

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In the rapidly changing real estate landscape, achieving profitability requires a strategic approach beyond traditional methods. Our guide, "The 4 Pillars to Brokerage Profitability," outlines four essential pillars for scaling your real estate business: a seamless lead-to-close technology ecosystem, tailored integrated solutions for teams and agents, value-added success services and community support, and consumer-centric operations throughout the full homeownership lifecycle.

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Real Estate News

MARCH 3, 2025

Its been six months since industry rule changes took effect, but many real estate professionals dont fully understand representation or why it matters.

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Housing Wire

MARCH 7, 2025

Older Americans are often targets of financial scams by bad actors, and New York Gov. Kathy Hochul (D) wants to see her states Legislature address it more directly. Hochul is seeking to mandate specialized training for bank tellers and other banking professionals in New York to identify and stop instances of elder financial abuse before they take place, according to a report from Newsday.

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Keeping Current Matters

MARCH 7, 2025

Over the past 5 years, home prices have risen dramatically. If you own a home, that means your house may be worth a lot more than you think.

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