Housing Wire
FEBRUARY 24, 2025
Home prices in 2025 are a couple percentage points above where they were last year at this time. People often ask, How can it be possible that home prices are still climbing even though the cost of money is so much higher? There are obviously fewer buyers who can afford these prices. One reason that home prices have stayed elevated is that inventory nationally is still restricted.
Real Estate News
FEBRUARY 24, 2025
This outdated "professional courtesy," once expected of buyer agents, has passed its expiration date especially as liability risks have increased.
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Keeping Current Matters
FEBRUARY 25, 2025
Are you trying to buy a home but you feel like you’re up against deep-pocketed Wall Street investors snatching up everything in sight?
Inman
FEBRUARY 24, 2025
Tax season is officially underway. Amy Chorew and Maeda Palius share strategies to help you prepare and organize documents so that you can make the process as stress-free as possible.
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Housing Wire
FEBRUARY 27, 2025
Homebuyers faced worsening affordability conditions in January as the median monthly mortgage payment for purchase applicants increased to $2,205, a 3.7% jump from Decembers $2,127, according to the Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA). The findings, drawn from MBAs Purchase Applications Payment Index (PAPI), reflect the growing strain on borrowers amid persistent high home prices and fluctuating mortgage rates.
RIS Media
FEBRUARY 28, 2025
Trust and relationships drive our industrys success, but artificial intelligences (AI) rapid adoption in real estate poses incredible opportunities and significant dangers. Nearly 56% of homebuyers and sellers say the reputation of an agent and their ability to trust them are the most important factors when choosing an agent, according to the National Association of… The post The Need for Safe and Responsible AI in 2025 appeared first on RISMedia.
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Inman
FEBRUARY 27, 2025
The Pending Home Sales Index (PHSI), which tracks home sales based on contract signings, dropped 4.6 percent to 70.6 in January, marking an all-time low, while pending transactions fell 5.2 percent year over year.
Housing Wire
FEBRUARY 23, 2025
Could the loss of jobs in the government sector and the withdrawal of funding from the economy significantly increase the unemployment rate and a surge in jobless claims? If this happens, will we see lower mortgage rates this spring? Its an intriguing thought, especially considering how this aligns with White House officials’ strategy to boost labor supply, reduce aggregate demand, and potentially drive down the 10-year yield.
RIS Media
FEBRUARY 28, 2025
Secretary of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Scott Turner said on Feb. 27 that he would work to reduce regulatory burdens to ease Americas housing affordability crisis and help builders to construct more attainable, affordable housing the nation sorely needs. In one of his first official speaking engagements after being sworn in as HUD secretary… The post New HUD Secretary Vows to Work With Builders to Cut Regulations, Boost Housing Supply appeared first on RISMedia.
Keeping Current Matters
FEBRUARY 27, 2025
Over the past few years, you’ve probably seen a whole lot of headlines about how home prices keep going up.
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.
Inman
FEBRUARY 27, 2025
Since 2020, U.S. home values have risen by 45.3 percent. In other words, more than 10 years of typical home value growth has been packed into a five-year period, a new report from Zillow shows.
Housing Wire
FEBRUARY 27, 2025
Florida was one of the hottest destinations during the pandemic, but the states housing market might be coming down to earth. According to a report from Redfin, for-sale inventory at the end of January in Florida was up 22.7% year over year. At 172,209 homes, its the highest reading of any month dating to when Redfin started keeping records in 2012.
RIS Media
FEBRUARY 26, 2025
The latest numbers, released jointly by the U.S Census Bureau and Housing and Urban Development, show sales of new single-family homes in January 2025 plunged to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 657,000, down 10.5% from December 2024, which raked in 734,000 residential sales. The findings also show a 1.1% decrease year-over-year from the 664,000… The post New Home Sales Down 10.5% as Markets Waver on Affordability appeared first on RISMedia.
AAOA
FEBRUARY 27, 2025
What Is Renters Insurance? Renters insurance refers toproperty insurancethat protects tenants who live in a rented dwelling. Coverage is provided by insurance companies in exchange for premiums paid by people living in apartments, single-family homes, andcondominiums. Policies provide coverage for an insured party’s personal property as well as liability claims that are not due to a structural problem with the property.
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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.
Inman
FEBRUARY 28, 2025
In a difficult year for real estate, Rocket Mortgage grew closed loan volume by 29 percent, to $101.2 billion, and higher profit margins on those loans helped boost net revenue by 34 percent, to $5.1 billion.
Housing Wire
FEBRUARY 27, 2025
Real estate listing descriptions can be tricky to write, especially for agents who dont have a background in creative writing. They need to be detailed, informative, capture the essence of the property and grab a readers attention all at once and with limited words not easy! So, how do you make the most of your allotted character count and ensure your listing stands out from the crowd?
RIS Media
FEBRUARY 27, 2025
Prospective homebuyers and sellers remain cold, wary and economically pressured this winter, as the latest data from the National Association of REALTORS (NAR) showed a not-insignificant 4.6% drop in pending transactions in January, with economists continuing to point at affordability as the biggest long-term barrier to more activity. Pending sales were also down 5.2% from… The post Pending Sales Shrink as Economists Fear Extended Winter Freeze appeared first on RISMedia.
Marco Santarelli
FEBRUARY 23, 2025
Are you thinking about buying a home? Or maybe you're already a homeowner, keeping a close eye on the market? Either way, you've probably wondered if home prices are going to keep climbing, or if a dip is on the horizon. While most experts predict modest growth nationally in 2025, a recent CoreLogic report has identified five cities where home prices are predicted to crash within the next 12 months.
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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.
Inman
FEBRUARY 24, 2025
Gitcha is an online marketplace that helps buyers and renters make public notices for desired properties that has launched in California to assist Los Angeles wildfire victims.
Housing Wire
FEBRUARY 26, 2025
Barry Habibs highly anticipated 2025 housing market forecast premiered during HousingWire ‘s Housing Economic Summit on Wednesday in Dallas. Habib , the CEO of MBS Highway , kicked off his by presentation by referencing his 2024 forecast, telling the crowd of 250-plus that he hit the mark for home price appreciation and predicted lower numbers than expected for the 10-year Treasury yield and the 30-year fixed rate.
RIS Media
FEBRUARY 25, 2025
Success in real estate doesnt happen by chance. It is built through strategy, resilience and an unwavering commitment to growth. RISMedias 2025 Newsmakers in the Achievers category have demonstrated what it takes to elevate their businesses, brands and careers to new heights. Whether through record-breaking sales, innovative marketing or impressive expansion, these industry pros have… The post 2025 Newsmakers: The Achievers Reaching New Heights in Real Estate appeared first on RISMedia.
Keeping Current Matters
FEBRUARY 28, 2025
A study shows 70% of prospective buyers fear the long-term consequences of renting. And here’s why.
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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.
Inman
FEBRUARY 28, 2025
The waterfront mansion, located at 1007 Links Drive in Miami, is the first of six luxury spec mansions that he and his brother, Alain Madar, are bringing to the market.
Housing Wire
FEBRUARY 28, 2025
Forecasts for the housing market in 2025 are not that rosy, but Ryan McKeveny and Brian Hale see this as a good thing for the years ahead. Big picture 2025, our view is that it will be slightly better than 2024 in terms of originations and sales , but unfortunately it probably wont feel much better, McKeveny, the managing director of mortgage and real estate at Zelman & Associates , told attendees of HousingWires Housing Economic Summit on Wednesday.
Eye on Housing
FEBRUARY 24, 2025
NAHBs analysis of Census Data from the Quarterly Starts and Completions by Purpose and Design survey indicates gains for custom home builders after a period slight softening of market share. The custom building market is less sensitive to the interest rate cycle than other forms of home building. There were 47,000 total custom building starts during the.
RIS Media
FEBRUARY 24, 2025
In the highly competitive world of real estate, brand reputation and differentiation is everything. As leaders of large brokerage firms, you understand that every home you sell becomes a reflection of your brandyour promise of value, trust and results. Yet, theres a troubling reality many brokerages face: the sale of homes that are not adequately… The post The Case for a Better Brokerage Brand: Why Pre-Sale Improvements Matter appeared first on RISMedia.
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
FEBRUARY 28, 2025
Virginia-based portal CoStar Group has finished its acquisition of spatial mapping company Matterport. The companies expected to finish the deal by the end of March, putting them 31 days ahead of schedule.
Housing Wire
FEBRUARY 26, 2025
The new search paradigm for real estate The introduction of artificial intelligence overviews is changing how users consume information online. Traditional top-of-funnel searches like “how-to” topics and basic informational queries now stem from AI-generated overviews on search result pages. And, AI overviews don’t just aggregate information randomly.
Marco Santarelli
FEBRUARY 28, 2025
Thinking of buying or selling a home in San Diego? You might want to buckle up! San Diego is indeed expected to be a competitive real estate market in 2025 , landing in the top 20 hottest markets according to a recent Zillow report. This means increased competition among buyers, which could potentially drive up prices. Let's dive into why this is happening and what it means for you.
RIS Media
FEBRUARY 28, 2025
Rocket Companieswhich recently saw a lawsuit against it by the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau be droppedgot more good news in its Q4 2024 earnings report, where it reported adjusted company revenue of $1.2 billion. This is a slight decrease from adjusted revenue of $1.3 billion in Q3 2024, but as with that quarter, this Q4… The post Rocket Companies Champions AI Investment in Q4 2024 Earnings Call appeared first on RISMedia.
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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