Inman
NOVEMBER 8, 2023
"Batton 2," exponentially larger in scope than Sitzer | Burnett and the Moehrl commission suits, was filed last week in Illinois and takes aim at many of the defendants in another new suit called Gibson.
Tom Ferry
NOVEMBER 9, 2023
Here are six of the best books for real estate agents to add to their holiday reading lists. The end of the year is here. As we walk into 2024, there are three things we need to work on cultivating more than anything else: focus, discipline, and inspiration. And there’s no better way to get […] The post 6 Books for Real Estate Agents to Add to Their Wish Lists appeared first on Tom Ferry.
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Real Estate News
NOVEMBER 4, 2023
Following the Sitzer/Burnett verdict, the internet has been buzzing about the end of buyer agency. Industry expert Russ Cofano says that's just a lot of noise.
Keeping Current Matters
NOVEMBER 6, 2023
As the year winds down, you may have decided it's time to make a move and put your house on the market.
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Housing Wire
NOVEMBER 7, 2023
In many communities, homeowners and homebuyers have been hit with eye-popping property tax increases. It is costing more for schools and governments to pay for services. And homes in many communities have shot up in value in recent years, leading to tax increases through reassessments. But opinions differ on how much impact higher taxes are having on local housing and mortgage markets.
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Inman
NOVEMBER 10, 2023
In the wake of the Sitzer | Burnett verdict, the number of bombshell lawsuits has rapidly multiplied — putting more pressure than ever on real estate's status quo. Here's a rundown of all the cases.
Keeping Current Matters
NOVEMBER 7, 2023
If you’re weighing your options to decide whether it makes more sense to rent or buy a home today, here’s one key data point that could help you feel more confident in making your decision.
Housing Wire
NOVEMBER 6, 2023
While home prices in the U.S. held up in 2023, sales volume in the housing market cratered. Consumers care about home prices and mortgage rates; the industry cares about transaction volume. The industry is in a deep housing recession this year. If we get lucky with mortgage rates, though, we might just be at the bottom of the housing market recession right now.
RIS Media
NOVEMBER 8, 2023
The United States real estate market is actually the envy of the world. The U.S. boasts the world’s most orderly, efficient and equitable housing market—and many other countries are attempting to emulate it. Our system’s efficiency is driven in large part by agents and brokers competing aggressively, while also sharing their listing information with each… The post Op-Ed: Agent Commissions’ Possible New World: A Step Backward for Fair Housing appeared first on RISMedia.
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Inman
NOVEMBER 8, 2023
In recognition of the entrepreneurs, venture capitalists and visionaries pushing real estate forward, the "Best of Proptech" honors cap the yearlong expansion of Inman's awards program.
Keeping Current Matters
NOVEMBER 8, 2023
Are you dreaming of buying your own home and wondering about how you’ll save for a down payment? You're not alone.
Housing Wire
NOVEMBER 10, 2023
It appears that no real estate brokerage firm in the U.S. is safe from a commission lawsuit. On Wednesday, Manhattan home seller Monty March filed a lawsuit in U.S. District Court in the Southern District of New York, alleging that Real Estate Board of New York rules governing the multiple listing service in Manhattan kept commissions high and violated state and federal antitrust laws.
Brownstoner
NOVEMBER 7, 2023
Feedback on the Adams administration’s proposed citywide zoning text amendment for housing, which would increase developers’ ability to build bigger buildings in residential neighborhoods, eliminate parking mandates, and mix manufacturing and residential buildings, amongst a number of other changes, got heated at a public scoping meeting last week. Dozens of… Read More > The post ‘Blank Check’ to Developers or Chance to Curb Displacement: Locals Comment on City of Yes appea
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.
Inman
NOVEMBER 9, 2023
Realtor.com parent company Move Inc.'s revenue declined 16 percent to $142 million in the fiscal first quarter. Despite the loss, CEO Robert Thomson remained bullish about the portal's long-term prospects.
Keeping Current Matters
NOVEMBER 9, 2023
For more than 79 years, Veterans Affairs (VA) home loans have helped millions of veterans buy their own homes.
Housing Wire
NOVEMBER 4, 2023
After mortgage rates spiked to 8% in October, causing a riot in the real estate industry, we had an epic move lower in mortgage rates last week. Does this mean we’ve hit the peak in mortgage rates for this economic cycle? The history of economic cycles and mortgage rates would say yes, but only if the market believes the Federal Reserve is done hiking rates and being hawkish and the labor data gets softer from here.
RIS Media
NOVEMBER 9, 2023
When choosing a place to call home, one of the most fundamental decisions is whether to reside in the suburbs or the city. Both settings offer distinct lifestyles and advantages, catering to various preferences and needs. To make an informed decision, it’s essential to understand what suburban areas are, what the suburbs entail, and what… The post Living in The Suburbs vs.
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.
Inman
NOVEMBER 6, 2023
Believe it or not, there are less than two months left in 2023. And there’s no better time than right now for real estate agents to evaluate their recent productivity and establish the framework for success in the year ahead.
Eye on Housing
NOVEMBER 9, 2023
Median square foot prices (excluding record-high improved lot values) for new for-sale single-family detached (SFD) homes started in 2022 increased 18%, according to NAHB’s analysis of the latest Survey of Construction data. Increases for square foot prices in new custom SFD homes were similarly high, averaging 19%, more than double the US inflation of 8% registered by the CPI the.
Housing Wire
NOVEMBER 9, 2023
As 10-year Treasury yields tumbled, the average 30-year fixed mortgage fell 26 basis points in the week ending Nov. 9, the largest one-week decrease since last November. The 30-year, fixed mortgage averaged 7.5% as of Nov. 9, according to Freddie Mac ‘s Primary Mortgage Market Survey. That’s down significantly from last week ’s 7.76% and up from 7.08% the same week a year ago.
Bigger Pockets
NOVEMBER 10, 2023
Last month, the Biden administration announced a series of actions designed to facilitate the conversion of specific properties to improve affordability in several metros. Here are the details.
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Inman
NOVEMBER 10, 2023
Now is the time when connections serve as the bridge to the future. Inman Connect is more than a name; it's a call to action. It's an opportunity to collaborate beyond individual brands, connect ideas, forge partnerships, and navigate the transformative terrain of the real estate industry.
Brownstoner
NOVEMBER 10, 2023
By Kirstyn Brendlen, Brooklyn Paper The sprawling lawns and lush gardens of the Brooklyn Botanic Garden will become a glittering winter wonderland with the return of Lightscape on November 17. Now in its third year at the garden, Lightscape is a dazzling holiday lights show created by dozens of local and international… Read More > The post Brooklyn Botanic Garden Set to Shimmer With the Return of ‘Lightscape’ appeared first on Brownstoner.
Housing Wire
NOVEMBER 9, 2023
A total of 2,256 homebuyer assistance programs are available in the U.S. housing market after 54 programs were added in the third quarter, according to Down Payment Resource (DPR), a homebuyer assistance program data and solutions firm. Among the available homebuyer assistance programs were 295 that allow borrowers to lower their interest rates by paying an upfront fee, according to DPR’s homeownership program index report.
National Association of Realtors: Culture Scan
NOVEMBER 6, 2023
Reaching a ‘Golden’ Milestone in Digital Realty Content sponsor Real Estate Webmasters earns top awards for its custom websites, which give agents and brokers a powerful online presence.
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.
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