Housing Wire
DECEMBER 13, 2022
On Tuesday, the Consumer Price Index (CPI) data came in cooler than expected , and the bond market loved it, driving mortgage rates lower. Where do we go from here? Headline inflation is still very elevated historically, but the trend can be our friend over the next 12 months. I say this because the most significant component of Core CPI is shelter inflation.
RRT Submitted Articles
OCTOBER 10, 2022
The housing market has shifted, and today I have some practical advice for buyers and sellers. This is coming from hundreds of conversations every month as well as stats I'm pulling. Some new memes too. Enjoy if you wish.
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Housing Wire
DECEMBER 1, 2022
Over the past few years, we’ve seen an increased demand for smart home technology as consumers continue to embrace a digital lifestyle. “Smart home technology, whether it be keyless entry locks, smart thermostats or leak sensors, these are all things that, five or six years ago, were still pretty new to the marketplace,” said Andre Sanchez, COO of Rently, a smart home and self-guided touring solutions provider.
Housing Wire
DECEMBER 7, 2022
Since the weaker CPI data was released in November, bond yields and mortgage rates have been heading lower. The question then was: What would lower mortgage rates do to this data? Now, with five weeks of data in front of us, we can say they have stabilized the market. Purchase application data came out on Wednesday and the week-to-week data was down 3%, breaking the streak of four straight weeks of growth.
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Maximum Exposure Real Estate
DECEMBER 19, 2022
Disclosure in Real Estate: What to Disclose When Selling a House You may not know about a seller’s disclosure when you have never sold a house before. Did you know that real estate disclosure laws vary from state to state? What a seller has to disclose in one state might be completely different than in […]. The post Understanding Sellers Disclosure When Selling Real Estate appeared first on Maximum Real Estate Exposure.
Better Dwelling
DECEMBER 20, 2022
Canadian real estate is in the largest bubble the county has ever experienced. RBC warns that housing affordability has eroded right across the country in November. In a research note to investors, the bank explains it’s now even harder to buy a home than during the 1980s bubble. A correction is now required to stabilize […]. The post Canada’s Real Estate Bubble Is Now The Largest Ever, Correction Needed: RBC appeared first on Better Dwelling.
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Real Trends
SEPTEMBER 1, 2022
It looks like inventory is about to get a boost. An analysis of Google search data reveals that searches for ‘sell my house’ exploded 147% in the United States as of July 2022 — the highest level in internet history for America, according to luxury real estate platform RubyHome. This comes as Americans face rising property and rent costs, with fears of a recession looming.
Brownstoner
JULY 21, 2022
Well, that was fast. After pausing for a Department of Buildings inspection this morning, workers got the go-ahead to reenter the site and resume demolition at 1 p.m. [link]. By 4 p.m., the excavator was back at work chomping on the brick. Demolition often takes two or three days. Not this… Read More > The post Bed Stuy’s Beloved Dangler Mansion Is Gone (Video) appeared first on Brownstoner.
Lighter Side of Real Estate
JUNE 15, 2022
Most people don’t buy their “forever house” right out of the gate. It’s hard to afford a home that has the size and amenities you want on your first (or even second) purchase. So most people start out with something a little smaller, needing some work, or not in their ideal location. The plan is usually to spend a few years in it, then sell it to buy a bigger, better home in your ideal neighborhood once you’ve built up some equity.
Eye on Housing
JUNE 13, 2022
NAHB analysis of Consumer Expenditure Survey (CES) data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics shows that during the first year after closing on a home sale, home buyers tend to spend considerably more money on furnishings, appliances and remodeling compared to non-moving owners. Buyers of new homes spend most, spending four times as much as non-moving owners and twice as.
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Realty Biz
MAY 1, 2022
Tips For Beating Cash Offers. If you are looking to buy a home in a hot seller’s market, there is a strong likelihood you’ll be up against buyers who will be making a cash offer. If you’ve lost out already to cash buyers, you’re probably wondering what you can do to potentially level the playing field. A cash offer on a house is undoubtedly hard to beat.
RRT Submitted Articles
OCTOBER 10, 2022
Many believe that the property market is driven by an 18 year property cycle. This post explains what the 18 year cycle is.
RIS Media
APRIL 8, 2022
Yes! Once you find your dream home and it happens to be marked as contingent, you can still place an offer. Here’s all you should know about contingent sales as a potential home buyer. Contingent meaning. Real estate listings go through different stages. An active listing means the home in question is currently on sale, and sellers are actively open to offers.
Housing Wire
SEPTEMBER 27, 2022
The Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA), which oversees Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac , has been granted summary judgment on the last remaining claim by investors in a lawsuit alleging the government overstepped its authority when it adjusted its stock-purchase agreements with the agencies and allowed net worth sweeps. The plaintiffs, Fairholme Funds Inc., et al., are private-sector investors in Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac, which have been in conservatorship under FHFA oversight since the 2008 fin
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Maximum Exposure Real Estate
DECEMBER 26, 2022
What to Know About Property Lien Searches Do you want to do a property lien search? Are you interested in how to find out if there is a lien on a home? Knowing how to check for liens on a property is essential. If you want to buy a new property, you need to be […]. The post How to Search For Liens on a Property: Lien Searches Explained appeared first on Maximum Real Estate Exposure.
Better Dwelling
DECEMBER 29, 2022
Canadian real estate markets went from boom to crash in less than a year. Canadian Real Estate Association (CREA) data shows every major composite index was down from its peak in November. Over a dozen of Canada’s real estate markets have even “crashed” as a sharp mix of reality and higher interest rates sink in. […]. The post Canadian Real Estate Prices Have Officially Crashed In 18 Markets appeared first on Better Dwelling.
GeekEstate
JUNE 1, 2022
There’s no denying that the COVID-19 pandemic changed the world as we know it, and while we’re certainly returning to some sense of normalcy, there are a few trends that emerged that are likely here to stay. In the property management industry, virtual property tours are one of tools that increased in popularity during the pandemic , and are likely to continue into the future.
Real Trends
SEPTEMBER 14, 2022
It is general knowledge that spring time is home selling season , but the best time to buy a house can change from year to year. According to a report from Realtor.com published Wednesday, in 2022, the best week to buy a house is from September 25 to October 1. Many in the industry view fall as “off season” for the housing market, which offers opportunistic buyers many favorable factors including more listing, less competition, and lower prices.
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Sotheby's International Real Estate
JANUARY 15, 2022
With their effortless floor plans, superior appliances, and refined surfaces, these kitchens blend functionality, comfort, and style. El Molino. Montecito, California | Maureen McDermut & Maureen Martinez, Sotheby’s International Realty – Montecito – Coast Village Road Brokerage. Originally an olive-crushing mill, this elegant estate in the desirable Golden Quadrangle is one of Montecito’s oldest homes.
Lighter Side of Real Estate
MARCH 22, 2022
When you’re on the hunt for a house, you’re glued to the Internet, scrolling every listing site you can to make sure you aren’t missing anything. The Internet has certainly made it easier than it used to be to make sure you weren’t missing out on the house of your dreams. But you probably also keep your eyes peeled and ears perked for any word of a listing that may not have been listed on the MLS or any real estate site you browse.
Eye on Housing
MARCH 22, 2022
Among first-time home buyers, a laundry room ranked as the most popular of the more than 200 home and community features listed in the recent NAHB study, What Home Buyers Really Want, 2021 Edition. The study is based on a nationwide survey of 3,247 recent and prospective home buyers, including 541 who bought, or were about to buy, their first.
Realtor.com
JANUARY 31, 2022
HGTV On “Home Town,” Erin and Ben Napier know that old trends usually come back in style. Perhaps that’s why they’re such big fans of “ grandmillennial ” design. In the Season 6 episode “Grandmillennial,” Erin and Ben meet with Rebekah Staples , Erin’s friend since junior high. Staples has been living in Jackson, MS, but is now moving back to Laurel.
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.
RRT Submitted Articles
OCTOBER 10, 2022
Are interest rates going up or down? This post covers recent mortgage rate trends and the future forecasts of industry leading experts.
The Close
JUNE 3, 2022
One of the many marketing strategies that new listing agents struggle with, home staging is probably the most challenging. Hiring a professional stager is expensive, and DIY staging is something of a mystery for most new listing agents. In order to demystify the process, we worked with top-producing listing agents, including our friends at Ryan Serhant’s luxury brokerage SERHANT., to get the best home staging tips for 2022.
Housing Wire
AUGUST 5, 2022
What a crazy day for my economic model! On the same day, the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) revealed that we’ve recovered all the jobs lost to COVID-19 and I am raising my sixth recession red flag. When I wrote the America is back recovery model on April 7, 2020, and then retired it on Dec. 9, 2020, I knew one data line would lag the most: jobs!
Maximum Exposure Real Estate
DECEMBER 5, 2022
Tips to Get The Best Mortgage Rate Do you want to know how to get the best mortgage rate for an upcoming home purchase? Getting the best rate on your mortgage is a significant concern for any home buyer. Everyone wants to get the lowest mortgage interest rate possible! When you consider that only a […]. The post How to Get The Best Mortgage Rate appeared first on Maximum Real Estate Exposure.
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.
Better Dwelling
DECEMBER 28, 2022
Canadian real estate has never exactly been cheap, but it’s rarely this unaffordable. The Bank of Canada (BoC) Housing Affordability Index (HAI) hit a 32-year high in Q3 2022. That means it’s nearly impossible for an average household to buy a home right across the country. The cost of housing has breached an unsustainable level […]. The post Canadian Housing Affordability Hits Unsustainable Level: BoC Index appeared first on Better Dwelling.
Toronto Realty Blog
FEBRUARY 24, 2022
TorontoRealtyBlog. What’s the best film trilogy of all time? Many of you are going to say Lord of The Rings , and that’s fair, although I consider that to be the same movie divided into three. And that’s unfair of me to say, since I only saw the first film (and didn’t like it), and I also don’t support the “fantasy” genre.
Real Trends
JUNE 9, 2022
The number of active listings was up 13% year over year for the week ending June 4, according to a report from Realtor.com. Despite the double-digit increase, active inventory remains nearly 50% below the inventory level at the start of the COVID-19 pandemic and down 13% on a year-to-date basis. New listings also were up during the week ending June 4, rising 2% compared to a year ago, but they are down 1% on a year-to-date basis.
Sotheby's International Real Estate
MAY 28, 2022
In desirable locales from East Hampton to San Francisco, these five homes are perfect for the long, lovely days of summer, blending spaces for enjoying the outdoors with easy access to interior comforts and conveniences. Sleek Modern Style in Sagaponack. Beate V. Moore, Sotheby’s International Realty – Bridgehampton Brokerage. Designed by esteemed architect Steven Harris, this thoroughly modern farmhouse sits on 1.3 emerald acres just a block from the beach.
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