Housing Wire

JANUARY 12, 2025

In a new episode of 10 Minute Talks, HousingWire President Diego Sanchez sits down for an in-depth conversation with Rob Pieklo, president and chief operating officer of American Financial Resources (AFR). During the 10-minute conversation, Pieklo explores his new focus on developing AFR’s wholesale lending strategy, the competitive landscape of the mortgage market, and the company’s unique approach to differentiating itself from other big names in the wholesale space.

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Keeping Current Matters

JANUARY 13, 2025

Have you ever stopped to think about how much wealth you’ve built up just from being a homeowner?

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Real Estate News

JANUARY 11, 2025

Real Brokerage tops 24,000 agents with its latest additions, including a 550-agent California firm; plus news from Exit, The Agency, Elliman, C21 and more.

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Inman

JANUARY 11, 2025

Some of the real estate industry's biggest names made major moves over the past few days. Here's who's in and who's out.

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Housing Wire

JANUARY 13, 2025

The wildfires in Los Angeles have caused unspeakable damage, heartbreak and loss of life. As of Monday, the five major fires have burned about 60 square miles in the LA area and 24 people have been killed. While the current focus is rightfully on containing the blazes and protecting residents, its worth taking stock of where housing markets stand in the affected parts of the Los Angeles metro area.

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Marco Santarelli

JANUARY 11, 2025

Wildfires have devastating effects not only on the environment but also on local economies, particularly the housing market. In Los Angeles, the ongoing wildfires are shaping a turbulent landscape for property owners and renters alike. The impact of wildfires in the Los Angeles housing market involves increased rental prices, housing shortages, and heightened insurance costs, all of which pose serious challenges for residents.

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Inman

JANUARY 11, 2025

Whether youre navigating a challenging market or reaching for your next big goal, coach Darryl Davis writes, the lessons of "Gypsy" can guide you toward a standing ovation in your career.

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Housing Wire

JANUARY 13, 2025

Youre bound to find variability in the total cost estimates related to the damage and destruction caused by the wildfires in Southern California , but some of the variations are exacerbated by what is included versus what is excluded in these estimates. According to CoreLogic , the total damage cost estimate for the Los Angeles wildfires as it relates to insured properties is currently at $30 billion.

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Bigger Pockets

JANUARY 11, 2025

In less than three years, Ive invested passively in around 3,000 units, spread all over the U.S. No, Im not rich.

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Real Estate News

JANUARY 13, 2025

In a recent survey, would-be buyers were most interested in finding a turnkey home close to work, but they're willing to compromise on some features.

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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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Inman

JANUARY 13, 2025

As wildfires rage across California, destroying over 9,000 homes and displacing thousands of residents, accessory dwelling units (ADUs) have emerged as a critical housing solution five years after being approved in Los Angeles.ADUs, also known as granny flats, in-law apartments, or casitas, are independent living spaces attached to or located on the same property as single-family homes.

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Housing Wire

JANUARY 13, 2025

In this week’s episode of the Real Trending podcast, host Tracey Velt is joined by Danielle Dowell, leader of The DoWell Group at Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices in Chicago. During the conversation, the duo discuss traditional real estate team structures, offer unique resources for new team members and cover future trends in the real estate industry.

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Bigger Pockets

JANUARY 11, 2025

If youre reading this, youre probably just as curious about the risks of investing in REITs, or real estate investment trusts, as I am.

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Real Estate News

JANUARY 13, 2025

The NAR settlement has changed the way compensation is communicated, but getting real with clients can ensure that deals get done and agents get paid.

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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.

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Inman

JANUARY 13, 2025

This year isnt about working harder its about working smarter, coach Darryl Davis writes. Its about learning new skills and fine-tuning your solutions.

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Housing Wire

JANUARY 13, 2025

There were 45,000 new listings for single-family homes across the country this week, which is a big jump. That’s 12% more sellers than a year ago. This is the trend that will be the theme for 2025. It seems more sellers are coming out every week and that will keep inventory pushing upward. Mortgage rates pushed this week close to 7.25%. Its only two weeks into January and mortgage rates have hit the high end of the range we forecasted for the entire year.

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BAM Media

JANUARY 13, 2025

In a major setback for the National Association of Realtors (NAR) , the U.S. Supreme Court has declined to take up the association’s appeal request against the Department of Justice (DOJ). This ruling, issued on January 13, 2025, allows the DOJ to continue its investigation into NARs practices, specifically the Participation Rule and Clear Cooperation Policy.

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Brownstoner

JANUARY 12, 2025

This week, the most popular real estate listings on Brownstoner include a Brooklyn Heights co-op, a Crown Heights row house, and a Carroll Gardens brownstone. Crown Heights, Brooklyn Heights, and Carroll Gardens were popular this week. The least expensive property on the list is a Brooklyn Heights co-op asking $2.45… Read More > The post Top 10 Brooklyn Listings: A Brooklyn Heights House, a Greenpoint Wood Frame appeared first on Brownstoner.

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Inman

JANUARY 13, 2025

No one can predict exactly where the next major disaster may strike, so the time to prepare is now, trainer and author Bernice Ross writes.

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Housing Wire

JANUARY 13, 2025

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) has found that homeowners facing flooding from rivers and creeks are more likely to be underinsured against flood risk than homeowners in coastal areas, according to a repor t published on Monday. The report is based on a sample of mortgage applications from 2018 to 2022, and it examines flood risk in the southeast and central southwest census regions of the United States, according to flood risk data from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (F

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BAM Media

JANUARY 13, 2025

Weve all seen the inspiring stories of people stepping up to help during the LA wildfires. Some shelters are overflowing with volunteers, and donations have poured in to support those in need. But with evacuation orders for hundreds of thousands of residentsand more than 12,000 structures destroyed (at the time of this writing)one of the biggest long-term challenges is housing.

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Brownstoner

JANUARY 11, 2025

Affordable Housing Lottery Opens in Gowanus With $784 Studios The latest affordable housing lottery to open for a new development made possible by the Gowanus rezoning is for the still under-construction 499 President Street Apartments. The nine-story development, which wraps around the Royal Palms Shuffleboard building between Nevins and Union streets,… Read More > The post Top 5 Stories on Brownstoner This Week: A Housing Lottery for Bed Stuy Co-ops appeared first on Brownstoner.

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Inman

JANUARY 13, 2025

In a world without Clear Cooperation, real estate agents who believe in the value of multiple listing services would have more convincing to do, an Intel survey of 3,000 US consumers finds.

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Housing Wire

JANUARY 13, 2025

Mr. Cooper Group named former vice chairman and President Chris Marshall as the new CEO of subsidiary real estate solutions firm Xome. Marshall will replace former CEO Mike Rawls, who is set to retire effective June 30. Marshall will work will Rawls over the coming months to ensure a smooth transition of power, the company explained. He will then collaborate with Xome’s leadership team to focus on market share and new revenue opportunities going forward.

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Estate Agent Today

JANUARY 12, 2025

House price gains when selling a property have dropped from their 2022 peak and are now at record lows in percentage terms. New research suggests the average household in England & Wales sold their home for 91,820 more than they paid for it in 2024, having owned it for 8.9 years.

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BAM Media

JANUARY 13, 2025

What if you could learn to double your listing views, win more clients, and sell homes fasterall in one hour? The real estate market isnt slowing down, and neither should you. If youre ready to attract more eyeballs to your listings, consistently nail your listing presentations, and close deals faster than ever, this is the webinar youve been waiting for.

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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.

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Inman

JANUARY 13, 2025

The Supreme Court didn't explain its reasoning for the decision, which will now allow the Department of Justice to reopen its investigation into the association's cooperative compensation rule.

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Housing Wire

JANUARY 13, 2025

The real estate industry went through a lot last year. The word “fear” plagued the minds of many industry professionals as the business underwent seismic shifts , and as President-elect Donald Trump enters office next week, these feelings still ring true for a sizable chunk of agents. This finding comes from a recent survey by Indiana-based real estate software company REsimpli.

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RIS Media

JANUARY 13, 2025

Editor’s Note: This story was updated at 12:05 p.m. on Monday, Jan. 13 with a comment from NAR. The National Association of REALTORS (NAR) appeal to the Supreme Court to block the Department of Justices (DOJ) investigation was denied today without comment, allowing law enforcement to continue with its inquiry into NAR rules and practices.… The post Supreme Court Denies NAR Appeal Against DOJ Investigation appeared first on RISMedia.

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Estate Agent Today

JANUARY 12, 2025

Buyer demand levels rallied in the final quarter of 2024 after a post-Budget slump. GetAgents latest Hotspots Demand Index, which looks at the percentage of stock listed as sold subject to contract, suggested buyer interest stood at 45.9% as of the end of 2024.

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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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