Housing Wire

FEBRUARY 5, 2025

Today, the Census Bureau reported the homeownership rate at 65.7%. Are we becoming a renter nation like many people are saying? Lets look at the data. Household formation Let’s first talk about household formation. I have a simple model (even more appropriate before Valentines Day). My American housing demographic model shows that Americans: Rent Date Mate Get married 3.5 years after marriage, we have kids and dual-income households buy bigger homes to live in.

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Inman

FEBRUARY 4, 2025

Climate change has shaken up the U.S. real estate market, with buyers no longer simply seeking better quality of life or affordable housing but also considering climate risks before purchases.

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Real Estate News

FEBRUARY 5, 2025

Two recent studies found that real estate agent commission rates fell after industry practice changes took effect, but they have largely recovered.

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AAOA

FEBRUARY 6, 2025

Entering any new career involves a bit of a learning curve. Mistakes happen, but may actually help you become an even better landlord. If youre planning to rent out your property or extra space, its important to collect landlord tips, so you can have a successful relationship with your tenant.These seven may be able to help. Landlord Tip #1: Follow All Laws Concerning Rentals Even though you own the rental property and will be selecting the renter, there are many rules for landlords to follow.

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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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Housing Wire

FEBRUARY 1, 2025

Higher mortgage rates are forcing many first-time homebuyers to adopt a “wait-and-see” approach to the market. According to HomeLight ‘s Top Agent Insights report released this week, real estate agents are feeling this and are being forced to switch up tactics to attract buyers. HomeLight is an Arizona -based real estate platform designed to connect agents with clients.

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Real Estate News

FEBRUARY 7, 2025

Defining days on market is not as simple as it may seem, and leaders have different views on how DOM ties into transparency, consumer interests or even fraud.

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Keeping Current Matters

FEBRUARY 6, 2025

There’s no denying affordability is tough right now.

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Housing Wire

FEBRUARY 3, 2025

The current environment of mergers and acquisitions (M&A) is evolving. There is constant movement in the mortgage industry with the desire for growth and expansion. It is easy to become blinded by the end goal of increasing loan volume and quality origination talent. Thus, it has never been more important to focus on due diligence in analyzing a mortgage industry acquisition target.

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Inman

FEBRUARY 4, 2025

First Team CEO Michele Harrington's company just settled a commission suit. But while speaking to Inman, she was critical of the way the suits, and NAR's involvement, have played out.

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Real Estate News

FEBRUARY 3, 2025

U.S. Department of Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent puts the brakes on rule-making and enforcement as the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau faces defunding.

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Keeping Current Matters

FEBRUARY 3, 2025

Have you been wondering whether you should keep renting or finally make the leap into homeownership?

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Housing Wire

FEBRUARY 3, 2025

Financial advisers are professionals uniquely suited to assist their clients with assessing and managing health care costs in retirement. But consumers who have access to a planners services do not appear to be better informed about the associated costs than people who do not use an adviser, according to a new research brief from Boston College s Center for Retirement Research.

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Inman

FEBRUARY 4, 2025

The insurer asked the California Department of Insurance to raise rates by an average of 22 percent "to help avert a dire situation" as the company pays thousands of claims related to the fires.

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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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RIS Media

FEBRUARY 5, 2025

Artificial Intelligence (AI) may seem like a complex, futuristic concept to some real estate professionals, but it is rapidly becoming a transformative tool in the industry. Just as technology revolutionized marketing through email and social media, AI is now reshaping how agents generate leads, create content and streamline their daily tasks. By embracing these advancements,… The post WATCH: Harnessing AI to Boost Productivity and Lead Generation in Real Estate appeared first on RISMedia.

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Keeping Current Matters

FEBRUARY 5, 2025

If you want to sell your house, having the right strategies and expectations is key.

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Housing Wire

FEBRUARY 3, 2025

Officials with the Housing Authority of the City of Milwaukee (HACM) are reportedly moving to aggressively cut costs, following a leadership change and audit of its financial situation. The agencys new chief financial officer reportedly identified as much as $2.8 million in misappropriated federal funds that he said were used inappropriately by his predecessors.

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Inman

FEBRUARY 7, 2025

Yee obtained her first brokerage affiliation with SERHANT. last year, but the radio personality has long been an investor and advocate for building generational wealth through real estate.

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Real Estate News

FEBRUARY 4, 2025

The 25% tariffs were expected to increase the cost of home construction materials. Set to take effect on Feb. 4, they have now been paused for 30 days.

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AAOA

FEBRUARY 3, 2025

In 2024, the industry stabilized as elevated resident experiences, a focus on community, and eco-friendly practices shaped the multifamily landscape. In the new year, property operators will need to continue leveraging innovations in technology and sustainability, and incorporate premium amenities into the living experience in order to stay ahead. Here’s what trends we’re expecting to see more of in 2025.

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Housing Wire

FEBRUARY 7, 2025

The labor market is showing signs of softness but is not breaking down yet, which has kept mortgage rates higher for longer. Since 2022, my guiding principle has been that the labor market is more important than inflation in determining mortgage rates. For those seeking lower mortgage rates, it’s more essential to see the labor market breaking than to just see improvements in inflation.

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Inman

FEBRUARY 6, 2025

Home prices have continued their upward trend in Q4 2024, with 89 percent of U.S. metro areas seeing an increase in single-family existing-home prices, according to data released Thursday by NAR.

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RIS Media

FEBRUARY 4, 2025

When the Federal Reserve raises or lowers its benchmark interest rate, many people expect mortgage rates to follow suit. But the relationship isn’t that straightforward. The federal funds ratethe rate banks charge each other for overnight loanshas an indirect impact on mortgage rates. The Federal Reserve sets a target rate range for its ratecurrently 4.25%… The post Heres What Moves Mortgage Ratesand Why Its Not Always the Fed appeared first on RISMedia.

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Real Estate News

FEBRUARY 1, 2025

The brokerages leaders are betting on a future where Clear Cooperation is repealed, aligning tech and marketing strategies around exclusive listings.

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Housing Wire

FEBRUARY 5, 2025

Mortgage applications increased 2.2% on a seasonally adjusted basis from last week, according to data from the Mortgage Bankers Association s (MBA) weekly mortgage applications survey for the week ending January 31, 2025. On an unadjusted basis, the index measuring applications increased 19% compared with the previous week. The refinance index increased 12% from the previous week and was 17% higher compared to the same week one year ago.

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Inman

FEBRUARY 6, 2025

Tiffany McQuaid and Gabby Valle have joined the luxury firm in South Florida, respectively, as regional director of Strategy and Performance and vice president of marketing, new development Inman has learned.

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Keeping Current Matters

FEBRUARY 7, 2025

You may be sitting on the sidelines wondering if it’s better to buy now or wait. But buying before the spring rush may be a game-changing decision.

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RIS Media

FEBRUARY 7, 2025

A new report shows owning a home in the United States is still more affordable than renting certain properties in the majority of markets, but both are financially burdening, and in some cases, rental prices are outpacing shifts in median home prices. ATTOM Datas new 2025 Rental Affordability Report released this week shows both owning… The post Owning Still More Affordable Than Renting, but Both Are Stretching Budgets appeared first on RISMedia.

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Housing Wire

FEBRUARY 3, 2025

The Tech100 Real Estate award honors the most innovative and impactful companies transforming the real estate industry. More than just recognition, this award highlights organizations that are driving efficiency, transparency, and accessibility, reshaping how real estate professionals operate and serve their clients. Now in its 6th year, the Tech100 Real Estate program provides a trusted resource for real estate professionals, showcasing the industrys top technology providers.

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