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Interest rates for a 15-year mortgage hit new all-time lows amid high sale prices and low inventory. Rates for 30-year loans dipped as well. Banking & Lending Markets & Economy Mortgage freddie mac mortgage rate Sam Khater MORE
TorontoRealtyBlog. ? ?. Thanks again to Mark McLean, the Vice President of Business Development at Key Living. If you want to get in touch: Mark McLean. Web: www.lifeatkey.com. Email: mark@lifeatkey.com. Instagram: @marcomclean. Tik Tok: @marcomclean. MORE
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Image: Friends Stock / Shutterstock.com. As you plan to purchase your first home, you might find that there are a few stressful aspects of the homebuying process that can make or break your purchase: One is when you first apply for a mortgage and another is when you close on a house. MORE
If you’re a prospective buyer or seller, it’s important to understand the current real estate market conditions and how they affect you. The Counselors of Real Estate (CRE) just released its Top Ten Issues Affecting Real Estate report. MORE
As with the rest of the countries in the world, the United Kingdom’s property market is one of the main drivers of the economy. This, despite the slight dip in the country’s gross domestic product (GDP), contracting at 1.6% in the first quarter (Q1) of 2021, per Office for National Statistics. . MORE
LoanDepot and its agent matching subsidiary, mellohome, will offer cash rebates of up to $7,000 on bundled services. Agent Marketing Mortgage anthony hsieh LD Settlement Services LLC loanDepot Mello Home Services LLC mellohome MelloInsurance Services LLC MORE
The total market share of non-site built single-family homes (modular and panelized) was at 3% of single-family completions in 2020, according to Census Bureau Survey of Construction data and NAHB analysis. MORE
For many young or first-time homebuyers, purchasing a home can feel intimidating. A recent survey shows some homebuyers ages 25 to 40 may be unsure about the homebuying process and what they can afford. It found: “1 in 4 underestimated their buying potential by $150k or more”. “1 MORE
The American Land Title Association (ALTA) says that more than 11,600 people fell victim to real estate wire transfer fraud in 2019, resulting in more than $221 million being stolen. The scams involve huge amounts of money. The scams are sophisticated. MORE
The interagency task force to combat inequity in appraisals, led by Housing and Urban Development Secretary Marcia Fudge, will be co-chaired by former United Nations ambassador Susan Rice. MORE
Down payment assistance is widely available, but many who qualify don't even know about it. Find out if you qualify for home buying help. Buying a home MORE
110 Seventeen percent of American adults are considering the purchase of a home within a year, according to NAHB’s Housing Trends Report for the second quarter of 2021. MORE
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The housing market is red hot. The Federal Housing Finance Agency house-price index rose 12% last year due to low inventories and high demand. Redfin , the popular real estate website, reports that nearly 40% of homes in the past month have sold above asking price. MORE
Should you pay discount points for a lower mortgage rate? The savings can be huge. But discount points aren't right for everyone. Learn more here. About Mortgages Mortgage Rates MORE
While the housing market forecast for the second half of the year remains positive, there may not be a better time to sell than right now. Here are four things to consider if you’re trying to decide if now’s the right time to make a move. Your House Will Likely Sell Quickly. MORE
In today’s real estate market, mortgage interest rates are near record lows. If you’ve been in your current home for several years and haven’t refinanced lately, there’s a good chance you have a mortgage with an interest rate higher than today’s average. MORE
Regardless where the inventory goes (likely to retreat), the potential home buyers should stay interested, just because of rates staying low. Many of them may be looking forward to when the foreclosures start pouring in. What’s the latest on the delinquencies/forbearances? MORE
If you are asking yourself, “should I refinance?” there are many things to consider. Homes are normally the largest expense people ever commit to and one that can have far-reaching consequences on their financial future. MORE
Cloudstar, a company that operates five data centers and provides support to title professionals throughout the U.S., is the latest victim of a “highly sophisticated ransomware attack.” ” The company released a statement on Sun., July 18 announcing the cyber attack. MORE
According to the data from the Census Bureau’s Survey of Construction (SOC), stucco was the most common principal siding material on new single-family homes started in 2020 (28 percent), followed by Vinyl siding (26 percent), fiber cement siding (such as Hardiplank or Hardiboard (21 percent), brick or brick veneer (19 percent). MORE
Home sales fell 1.2% from May to June, the largest drop at this time of year on record since at least 2012, according to a new Redfin study released this week. The national median home-sale price hit a record high of $386,888, up 25% year over year, but a slight decline from the record of 26% in May. MORE
One of the hottest topics of conversation in today’s real estate market is the shortage of available homes. Simply put, there are many more potential buyers than there are homes for sale. As a seller, you’ve likely heard that low supply is good news for you. MORE
Lumber futures prices have decreased by 52 percent (on a front-month basis) over the past seven weeks as mill prices have fallen 48 percent over the same period.[1] 1] In contrast, prices paid by builders since late May have declined by a fraction of that impact. MORE
The following Q&A comes from the HW+ exclusive Slack channel, where HousingWire’s Lead Analyst Logan Mohtashami answered questions on what to make of the latest housing data, his forecast for the rest of this year, and whether or not the housing market is returning to normal. MORE
To all members of the Appraisal Institute: Before I start, I wanted to share what the Appraisal Institute's MAI designation is referred to by many of its members. I learned these two from an MAI instructor years ago (pre-merger) who told our class (as if to motivate us?) MORE
Prior to becoming an agent, Ryan Cochrane had already brought home two Olympic medals and was a four-time champion of the Commonwealth Games. Agent Lifestyle News Brief Select Technology Ryan Cochrane the agency The Olympics MORE
Brad Inman retains an ownership stake and the current team will continue running the company, with plans for significant growth. Agent Industry News Select acquisition Adweek Beringer Capital brad inman inman josh albertson Lu Cacioppo mortgage title MORE
In the last few months in my articles for HousingWire, I have written that monthly supply has been rising and that this increasing supply was the most critical metric for the housing market, specifically the new home sales market. MORE
Framing lumber prices garnered more attention than any other building material over the past year as prices quadrupled between April 2020 and May 2021. MORE
Housing Wire
JULY 29, 2021
The interagency task force to combat inequity in appraisals, led by Housing and Urban Development Secretary Marcia Fudge, will be co-chaired by former United Nations ambassador Susan Rice.
Keeping Current Matters
JULY 7, 2021
For many young or first-time homebuyers, purchasing a home can feel intimidating. A recent survey shows some homebuyers ages 25 to 40 may be unsure about the homebuying process and what they can afford. It found: “1 in 4 underestimated their buying potential by $150k or more”. “1
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Eyes on Housing
JULY 21, 2021
Seventeen percent of American adults are considering the purchase of a home within a year, according to NAHB’s Housing Trends Report for the second quarter of 2021.
Miller Samuel
JULY 19, 2021
To all members of the Appraisal Institute: Before I start, I wanted to share what the Appraisal Institute's MAI designation is referred to by many of its members. I learned these two from an MAI instructor years ago (pre-merger) who told our class (as if to motivate us?)
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Join our esteemed panelists for their discussion on the importance of progress tracking which ultimately touches upon every digital aspect within the construction cycle. Our thought-leaders' years of experience on the job sites can help you build a better future at your company.
Inman
JULY 26, 2021
Brad Inman retains an ownership stake and the current team will continue running the company, with plans for significant growth. Agent Industry News Select acquisition Adweek Beringer Capital brad inman inman josh albertson Lu Cacioppo mortgage title
Residential Realty Today brings together the best content for real estate professionals from the widest variety of industry thought leaders.
Housing Wire
JULY 29, 2021
The following Q&A comes from the HW+ exclusive Slack channel, where HousingWire’s Lead Analyst Logan Mohtashami answered questions on what to make of the latest housing data, his forecast for the rest of this year, and whether or not the housing market is returning to normal.
Keeping Current Matters
JULY 12, 2021
While the housing market forecast for the second half of the year remains positive, there may not be a better time to sell than right now. Here are four things to consider if you’re trying to decide if now’s the right time to make a move. Your House Will Likely Sell Quickly.
Eyes on Housing
JULY 14, 2021
Framing lumber prices garnered more attention than any other building material over the past year as prices quadrupled between April 2020 and May 2021.
RIS Media
JULY 19, 2021
Cloudstar, a company that operates five data centers and provides support to title professionals throughout the U.S., is the latest victim of a “highly sophisticated ransomware attack.” ” The company released a statement on Sun., July 18 announcing the cyber attack.
Inman
JULY 30, 2021
LoanDepot and its agent matching subsidiary, mellohome, will offer cash rebates of up to $7,000 on bundled services. Agent Marketing Mortgage anthony hsieh LD Settlement Services LLC loanDepot Mello Home Services LLC mellohome MelloInsurance Services LLC
The Mortgage Report
JULY 16, 2021
Down payment assistance is widely available, but many who qualify don't even know about it. Find out if you qualify for home buying help. Buying a home
Housing Wire
JULY 16, 2021
Home sales fell 1.2% from May to June, the largest drop at this time of year on record since at least 2012, according to a new Redfin study released this week. The national median home-sale price hit a record high of $386,888, up 25% year over year, but a slight decline from the record of 26% in May.
Keeping Current Matters
JULY 27, 2021
One of the hottest topics of conversation in today’s real estate market is the shortage of available homes. Simply put, there are many more potential buyers than there are homes for sale. As a seller, you’ve likely heard that low supply is good news for you.
Eyes on Housing
JULY 6, 2021
Lumber futures prices have decreased by 52 percent (on a front-month basis) over the past seven weeks as mill prices have fallen 48 percent over the same period.[1] 1] In contrast, prices paid by builders since late May have declined by a fraction of that impact.
Realty Biz
JULY 19, 2021
If you are asking yourself, “should I refinance?” there are many things to consider. Homes are normally the largest expense people ever commit to and one that can have far-reaching consequences on their financial future.
Inman
JULY 22, 2021
Interest rates for a 15-year mortgage hit new all-time lows amid high sale prices and low inventory. Rates for 30-year loans dipped as well. Banking & Lending Markets & Economy Mortgage freddie mac mortgage rate Sam Khater
The Mortgage Report
JULY 26, 2021
Should you pay discount points for a lower mortgage rate? The savings can be huge. But discount points aren't right for everyone. Learn more here. About Mortgages Mortgage Rates
Housing Wire
JULY 26, 2021
The housing market is red hot. The Federal Housing Finance Agency house-price index rose 12% last year due to low inventories and high demand. Redfin , the popular real estate website, reports that nearly 40% of homes in the past month have sold above asking price.
Keeping Current Matters
JULY 19, 2021
In today’s real estate market, mortgage interest rates are near record lows. If you’ve been in your current home for several years and haven’t refinanced lately, there’s a good chance you have a mortgage with an interest rate higher than today’s average.
Eyes on Housing
JULY 22, 2021
According to the data from the Census Bureau’s Survey of Construction (SOC), stucco was the most common principal siding material on new single-family homes started in 2020 (28 percent), followed by Vinyl siding (26 percent), fiber cement siding (such as Hardiplank or Hardiboard (21 percent), brick or brick veneer (19 percent).
Realty Biz
JULY 12, 2021
As with the rest of the countries in the world, the United Kingdom’s property market is one of the main drivers of the economy. This, despite the slight dip in the country’s gross domestic product (GDP), contracting at 1.6% in the first quarter (Q1) of 2021, per Office for National Statistics. .
Inman
JULY 30, 2021
Prior to becoming an agent, Ryan Cochrane had already brought home two Olympic medals and was a four-time champion of the Commonwealth Games. Agent Lifestyle News Brief Select Technology Ryan Cochrane the agency The Olympics
Toronto Realty Blog
JULY 28, 2021
TorontoRealtyBlog. ? ?. Thanks again to Mark McLean, the Vice President of Business Development at Key Living. If you want to get in touch: Mark McLean. Web: www.lifeatkey.com. Email: mark@lifeatkey.com. Instagram: @marcomclean. Tik Tok: @marcomclean.
Housing Wire
JULY 26, 2021
In the last few months in my articles for HousingWire, I have written that monthly supply has been rising and that this increasing supply was the most critical metric for the housing market, specifically the new home sales market.
Keeping Current Matters
JULY 26, 2021
If you’re a prospective buyer or seller, it’s important to understand the current real estate market conditions and how they affect you. The Counselors of Real Estate (CRE) just released its Top Ten Issues Affecting Real Estate report.
Eyes on Housing
JULY 23, 2021
The total market share of non-site built single-family homes (modular and panelized) was at 3% of single-family completions in 2020, according to Census Bureau Survey of Construction data and NAHB analysis.
Realty Biz
JULY 24, 2021
The American Land Title Association (ALTA) says that more than 11,600 people fell victim to real estate wire transfer fraud in 2019, resulting in more than $221 million being stolen. The scams involve huge amounts of money. The scams are sophisticated.
Inman
JULY 30, 2021
Three real estate brokers share how they help new agents navigate bidding wars, manage finances, and keep their sanity while building their business.
BubbleInfo
JULY 24, 2021
Regardless where the inventory goes (likely to retreat), the potential home buyers should stay interested, just because of rates staying low. Many of them may be looking forward to when the foreclosures start pouring in. What’s the latest on the delinquencies/forbearances?
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