Housing Wire

JULY 10, 2024

With the release of the CoreLogic 2024 Q1 Equity Insights report, which Logan discussed last week , and now the FHFA National Mortgage Database Aggregate Statistics , we have a lot of visibility into the financial position of the American homeowner. The important message in the mortgage data is that even as the economy perhaps finally slows and even as mortgage rates stay higher for longer than anyone expected, the housing market remains buoyed by an incredible cushion of very strong borrowers.

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Real Estate News

JULY 24, 2024

A sequel to the industry-challenging assessment is expected in early 2025 and will focus on the future. “The time is now for the industry to transform itself.

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Inman

JULY 25, 2024

New reports from "The New York Times" and "The Wall Street Journal" suggest that executives at Douglas Elliman and Side had heard about sexual assault allegations made against the Alexander brothers while they worked for their firms.

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RIS Media

JULY 23, 2024

Interest rates may be seeing their first cut this fall, possibly even as soon as September, according to the National Association of REALTORS®’ (NAR) Chief Economist Lawrence Yun. Yun shared this prediction and more during NAR’s recent Residential Real Estate Forecast Summit for 2024. The biggest question looming on many in the industry’s minds is,… The post NAR’s Yun Predicts Interest Rate Cuts, With More to Come in 2025 appeared first on RISMedia.

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Brownstoner

JULY 15, 2024

Brooklyn developer Watermark Capital intends to construct a 30-story apartment tower on the site of the landmarked Duffield Street houses in Downtown Brooklyn, public records show. Potentially the tower could cantilever over the historic houses, which could serve as entrances -- if the project meets with approval of the Landmarks… Read More > The post Developer Watermark Capital Plans 30-Story Tower for Landmarked Duffield Street Houses appeared first on Brownstoner.

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HomeLight

JULY 26, 2024

Home staging is much more than just a real estate industry buzzword — it’s an essential strategy that can dramatically influence a buyer’s first impression, the sale price of a home, and how quickly it sells. HomeLight’s Summer 2023 Top Agent Insights Report estimates that professional staging can add an average of $8,300 to the resale value of a home.

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Real Estate News

JULY 22, 2024

A letter to the state’s Realtor association also calls out consumer complaints about being “ensnared in contracts with brokers” they don’t want to work with.

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Inman

JULY 24, 2024

Almost two-thirds of homes that were for sale in June had been listed for at least 30 days without going under contract. That figure is the highest share of any June since 2020.

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RIS Media

JULY 11, 2024

Estate planning is arranging for the management and disposal of a person’s estate during their life and after death. It ensures your assets are distributed according to your wishes and provides financial security for your family. I will provide the following information to educate you on the process: The essentials of estate planning and its… The post Estate Planning for Family Members: A Comprehensive Guide appeared first on RISMedia.

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Seattle Times Real Estate

JULY 9, 2024

Seattle hopes to spur hundreds of new apartments in what are now empty office buildings, but converting buildings can be expensive and difficult.

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HomeLight

JULY 26, 2024

A title company wears a lot of hats over the course of a home sale. Oftentimes, the title company involved must undertake extraordinary work to address title issues that can go back 50 years or more. Depending on the state, title companies also issue insurance, hold onto funds and paperwork in escrow, and serve as closing agents. Find an Agent to Help You Navigate the Paperwork Selling real estate is a complex task.

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Housing Wire

JULY 23, 2024

Today’s existing home sales report shows that the existing home market is now almost balanced. That might sound strange, but like most things I do, I have a model for it. We are very close to getting this balance nationally and in some markets we’re already there. I have often discussed four months of supply and active inventory between 1.52 and 1.93 million as a balanced market, but this equation has a second variable tied to today’s housing economics: affordability.

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Real Estate News

JULY 24, 2024

Upward of 56,000 home purchase contracts — nearly 15% of all such contracts from June — were canceled, a new report found, largely due to affordability issues.

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Inman

JULY 22, 2024

The company celebrated during a live "growth call" with leaders from more than 1,000 franchisees in the U.S. and Canada. Nearly 150 KW agents have earned more than $1 million in lifetime profit share.

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RIS Media

JULY 15, 2024

Selling a condo for the first time can sometimes be challenging. My guide will simplify the process and help you achieve a successful sale. I will provide you with the following helpful information to help you come out on top with your first condominium sale: How to prepare your condo for sale with a pre-sale… The post Essential Tips for First-Time Condo Sellers: A Step-by-Step Guide appeared first on RISMedia.

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Marco Santarelli

JULY 5, 2024

As the calendar flips to July 2024 , numerous homeowners and potential buyers are keenly observing the housing market. The pressing question on everyone's mind is: Will the housing market crash again, or are we in for a prolonged period of stability? This article delves into the current trends, expert opinions, and economic indicators to provide a comprehensive outlook on the future of the housing market.

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Maximum Exposure Real Estate

JULY 1, 2024

A real estate listing agreement is crucial for selling your property. You will execute the contract with a Realtor who agrees to sell your house. Understanding its intricacies can save you time, money, and stress. I have put considerable effort into explaining everything you should know before signing a listing agreement: The types of real […] The post Crucial Things to Understand About Real Estate Listing Contracts appeared first on Maximum Real Estate Exposure.

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Housing Wire

JULY 8, 2024

Since launching in late June, Ryan Serhant’s latest reality TV venture “ Owning Manhattan ” on Netflix , has become quite the phenomenon. Despite debuting on June 28, the show cracked Netflix’s top-10 most streamed shows in the U.S. for the week ending on June 30. The show stars Serhant, who is no stranger to reality TV, having spent a decade starring in Million Dollar Listing New York , among other shows, and several of SERHANT.’s agents and team leaders.

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Real Estate News

JULY 18, 2024

Despite falling rates, homebuyer demand remains weak. Now could be a chance to make offers before inventory tightens and prices rise further, one expert says.

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Inman

JULY 23, 2024

Rising home prices and mortgage rates, and sticker shock from surprise housing costs, pushed buyers to cancel 56,000 home-purchase agreements in June, according to Redfin.

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RIS Media

JULY 25, 2024

Evaluating multiple offers on your house can be overwhelming. While the price is crucial, other factors significantly impact the final decision. I have put significant effort into providing the best guidance on how to evaluate an offer to purchase in real estate sales: Key considerations beyond the offer price How financing terms affect the sale… The post How to Evaluate Multiple Offers on a House: What to Look for Beyond the Price appeared first on RISMedia.

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HomeLight

JULY 25, 2024

The hundreds of checkboxes and data fields that make up a home appraisal report are enough to make anyone’s eyes glaze over. But together, all of the inputs determine the fate of your home sale, so get ready to put on your thinking cap and readers. “When I go on a listing appointment, if people seem like they’re being unrealistic about the list price, I bring up the appraisal,” said Al Urban , a top-selling agent in Kansas City, MO.

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Speaker: Sarah Santa Ana, Real Estate Coach, Move4Free Realty

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Eye on Housing

JULY 25, 2024

In the second quarter of 2024, the U.S. economy grew twice as fast as it did in the first quarter, supported by consumer spending and private inventory investment. Furthermore, the data from the GDP report suggests that inflation is cooling. The GDP price index rose 2.3% for the second quarter, down from a 3.1% increase.

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Housing Wire

JULY 25, 2024

Mr. Cooper Group has struck a deal to acquire a third-party origination (TPO) platform and $356 billion in mortgage servicing rights (MSRs), advances and subservicing contracts from Flagstar Bank , owned by New York Community Bancorp (NYCB). As part of the deal, the Dallas-based servicer and lender will pay $1.4 billion in cash, funded via available cash and drawdowns of existing MSR lines.

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Real Estate News

JULY 22, 2024

Former eXp Chief Growth Officer Michael Valdes will spearhead the international expansion of LPT Realty, which he says is perfecting the model eXp pioneered.

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Inman

JULY 17, 2024

California Regional MLS's general counsel talks offers of compensation, seller concessions, steering and buyer agency agreements ahead of his appearance at Inman Connect Las Vegas.

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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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RIS Media

JULY 18, 2024

Divorce is a challenging time and selling a home adds complexity. My guide offers a step-by-step approach to preparing your house for sale during a divorce, addressing legal, financial and emotional considerations. I have put considerable effort into educating you on the following topics: How to navigate the legal considerations of selling a home during… The post Preparing Your Home for Sale During a Divorce: A Step-by-Step Guide appeared first on RISMedia.

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Brownstoner

JULY 20, 2024

Court Allows Partition Sale of Bed Stuy Home in Family for 75 Years Ayisha Doyle, like her mother and her children, was raised in the grand brownstone on Jefferson Avenue in Bed Stuy. She still calls the house home, one of five generations of her family who have done so since… Read More > The post Top 5 Stories on Brownstoner This Week: A Partition Sale May Oust a Bed Stuy Family appeared first on Brownstoner.

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HomeLight

JULY 24, 2024

Whether you’re a first-time buyer or a seasoned property owner, a modular home can offer unique flexibility and lasting quality — often for less money than a conventionally constructed house. But if you’ve not yet considered a modular home , you’re not alone. Of the 144 million housing units in the United States, just 21.2 million people live in manufactured houses.

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Housing Wire

JULY 19, 2024

Artificial intelligence has taken the real estate industry by storm over the past two years and Coldwell Banker is no exception. On Thursday, the Anywhere Real Estate brand announced that it had equipped its exclusive marketing platform tool Listing Concierge with generative AI capabilities. Through this update, the firm says the platform will now allow agents and concierge coordinators to automate the generation of listing descriptions, captions of images and property attributes.

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