Housing Wire

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

Homebuyers and homeowners in California have a reason to celebrate. Because of these rules, homeowners insurance firms can only base rates off of historical data, which poses a challenge due to climate change. However, Paul Scalone, a San Diego-based Compass agent and the owner of Dignified Insurance Services , disagrees.

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Housing Wire

OCTOBER 3, 2023

HousingWire recently spoke with Ashley Terrell, chief revenue officer at Milestones , about the value of real estate agents and why it is critical for the industry to start helping buyers’ agents justify their value not only during the 30-60 day transaction period but through the 7-10 year period of homeownership. What’s driving this?

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Housing Wire

APRIL 11, 2024

As the real estate industry undergoes a significant shift in its commission structure, a recent Redfin survey reveals a lack of knowledge among homebuyers regarding their agents’ compensation. According to the findings, a significant portion of recent homebuyers remain in the dark about crucial aspects of agent payments.

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Housing Wire

OCTOBER 10, 2023

Additionally, competition for listings is on the rise as fewer homeowners are looking to sell. The “same old listing presentation” and tired marketing tactics aren’t cutting it for agents looking to win listings in today’s competitive and tight market. Homeowners want to picture themselves living in a clean, fresh home.

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Housing Wire

AUGUST 8, 2022

CubiCasa , a real estate software company based in Finland, launched a new product to enable homeowners to generate floor plans at no cost through their app. The post This app lets homeowners generate floor plans of their homes for free appeared first on HousingWire. have floor plans.

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Housing Wire

JUNE 19, 2023

In such a market, homeowners are more likely to stay in their homes for longer periods, unless compelled to move due to life-related reasons. This involves helping homeowners maximize the value of their current homes while being readily available to assist with borrowing money or facilitating a move when the need arises.

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Housing Wire

MAY 3, 2023

On Friday afternoon, my real estate agent called with good news. The agent wished me well and said that she would appreciate a review on her website. My agent exchanged a few emails with the buyer’s agent over a few minor repair requests, but this was all buttoned up very quickly. Congratulations!” And that was that!

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Housing Wire

OCTOBER 19, 2023

1, REBNY rules will prevent the listing brokers from paying buyer agents and instead will require sellers to pay commissions directly. The rule will require listing agreements to clearly outline the seller’s offer of compensation to the buyer’s agent. Starting Jan.

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Housing Wire

JUNE 13, 2022

From Multiple Listing Services (MLS) to consumer-facing giants like Zillow , Realtor.com and Redfin , the real estate industry is raising awareness about homebuyer assistance programs through agent education and self-service tools that help consumers find programs they qualify for. appeared first on HousingWire.

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Housing Wire

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

Renovation investment plan: An outline of potential profits for homeowners if they undertake the suggested renovations before selling. The tool requires real estate agents to upload a minimum of 10 photos of the property. Homeowners are still advised to seek guidance from industry professionals tailored to their unique situations.

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Housing Wire

JANUARY 5, 2024

As a real estate agent , it’s essential to stay aware of significant changes in interest rates and how they may affect market conditions so you’re better equipped to advise your buyers and sellers on everything from housing affordability to availability. Declining interest rates present other opportunities for homeowners.

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Housing Wire

APRIL 14, 2021

Homeowners are spending money to battle the effects of weather and climate change on their properties, a new Redfin survey showed, with some allocating more than $5,000 to protect against events like extreme temperatures and flooding. All of these incidents have hit homeowners in the wallet. She relocated to New York.”.

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Housing Wire

APRIL 26, 2022

The National Association of Realtors – the trade group that purports to represent real estate businesses, agents, and consumers – and arguably the four biggest companies in residential real estate: Realogy , Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices of America , RE/MAX , and Keller Williams. NAR appeared first on HousingWire.

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Housing Wire

SEPTEMBER 13, 2023

1 listing platform , Realtor.com has launched a sell-side agent tool kit. Listing Toolkit is a subscription-based service that is now available to agents nationwide. Listing Toolkit is a purpose-built solution that empowers agents to win more listings and sell more listings,” Elmquist said.

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RIS Media

JUNE 14, 2024

However, as a mortgage professional, I’ve guided numerous clients through the process, helping them realize that homeownership is not only attainable but… The post Turning Renters into Homeowners appeared first on RISMedia.

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Realty Biz

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

TrueParity has recently launched a next-gen real estate platform that empowers homeowners to find the best agents to sell their homes. The PropTech startup has opened access to homeowners in California, Arizona, Texas, and Florida and plans to expand to other areas soon.

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Housing Wire

MARCH 13, 2024

Artificial intelligence (AI) tools equip real estate agents with unprecedented capabilities. Similarly, data-driven marketing can be more cost effective, helping you focus your marketing budget on homeowners who are most likely to sell, and on buyers who are actively looking for their next home. Visit Top Producer 2.

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Housing Wire

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

The client can find their own appraiser, or real estate agents can recommend appraisers they have worked with before. This is a snapshot of a home’s true value — not what the homeowner thinks it’s worth but what it would likely sell for on the market.

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Housing Wire

JANUARY 23, 2024

Real estate agents need to brace themselves for a shift as we witness a market more reminiscent of previous pandemic years. If rates drop and equity levels rise, homeowners may be more inclined to release their properties into the market, capitalizing on the accrued equity to offset higher interest rates.

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Housing Wire

SEPTEMBER 20, 2024

The AG’s office took issue with MV Realty’s Homeowner Benefit Agreement. Under the agreement, in exchange for a cash payment, the homeowner signs over the right to list their home for the next 40 years to MV Realty. The court also found that MV Realty’s conduct imposed ‘imminent irreparable harm’ to homeowners.

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Housing Wire

JANUARY 18, 2021

That’s what real estate agents are here for. Almost 90% of buyers recently used a real estate agent or broker to purchase their home, according to the National Association of Realtors. Whether you’re a first-time homebuyer or this is your fifth house, it’s a good idea to use an agent to ensure you make a smart decision. .

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RIS Media

SEPTEMBER 26, 2024

With predictions about the impact of the National Association of REALTORS®’ (NAR) Burnett settlement all over the map, ranging from higher costs for first-time buyers and job losses among REALTORS® to more transparency in transactions and lower overall commission costs and home prices in the long run, Clever Real Estate surveyed homeowners, those who (..)

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Housing Wire

OCTOBER 16, 2023

Zillow research also found that a majority of homeowners with mortgages have locked in a rate below 5%, and are almost half as likely to consider moving. Here are the following strategies agents can use to guide first-time homebuyers toward achieving this monumental step. I’ll explain later.)

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Inman

MAY 15, 2023

As an agent, it is your job to help sellers navigate this process, but to help, it pays to know what they are thinking. Not only are there a lot of moving parts, but selling a home can also require a lot of preparation.

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Housing Wire

FEBRUARY 9, 2021

The National Association of Real Estate Brokers has announced the creation of its “Black Real Estate Agent” program to provide financial, educational, and career support for aspiring Black real estate agents. “Agents are the frontline and introduce homeownership to prospective clients,” Pope said.

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RIS Media

JULY 17, 2024

Keeping in touch with past clients for future endeavors is a crucial way agents maintain contacts that lead to new sales and referrals. One of the best ways to do that is to continue to provide… The post 4 Money-Saving Maintenance Projects to Suggest to New Homeowners appeared first on RISMedia.

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Housing Wire

OCTOBER 19, 2023

In his testimony, Gansho confirmed that NAR’s “Antitrust Compliance Guide” states that members should not discuss fees with competitors and that agents should never use statements such as, “I’d like to lower the commission, but no one will show your house.” We don’t tell people what to charge.”

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Housing Wire

JULY 17, 2024

Amongst the most substantial terms of that agreement is a blanket ban on the requirement that agents subscribe to MLSs to offer or accept compensation for their work. It means sellers’ agents and brokers should prepare to deal directly with the buyer of an REO property whenever possible going forward.

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Inman

AUGUST 21, 2024

Thumbtack for Real Estate is an agent-facing co-branded experience that lets licensed professionals deliver an intuitive workflow for task management, from moving company provisioning to room renovation.

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Housing Wire

AUGUST 14, 2024

Leveraging digital marketing assets, telling a rich story and finding cash offers before listing a home were just some of the tips shared this week by the lead-generation panel at the Mega Agent Camp hosted by Keller Williams. One strategy, he said, is to offer a free valuation to homeowners and provide a cash offer based on that valuation.

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Inman

MAY 24, 2024

Homeowners can't sell a primary residence through Xome's seller portal without a listing agent, but can hire an agent on their own or ask Xome to match them with one.

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GeekEstate Agents & Brokers

JULY 14, 2024

Today’s showcase: Scout] Scout helps real estate professionals connect with their ideal customers (including homeowners) using AI. What we like: Drawing from a database of 350 million contacts, the ability to find homeowners, and put personalized outreach on autopilot gives agents prospecting and marketing superpowers.

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Inman

MAY 31, 2023

Inflation, construction costs and intensifying wildfire seasons pushed State Farm to stop taking new homeowners' insurance applications in California, the insurance giant announced Friday.

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Broke Agent Media

MARCH 31, 2023

BAM Key Details: A new study by RentCafe shows Millennials have become a homeowner-majority generation, passing the renter-majority torch to “Zoomers.” Millennials, long dubbed the “generation of renters” have officially become a homeowner majority generation. million homeowners in the past decade, with 7.1

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HomeLight

JULY 31, 2024

These neighborhoods’ cultural clout and proximity to Houston’s bustling downtown give local homeowners an edge when it’s time to stake a ‘for sale’ sign on the front lawn. Partner With a Top-performing Houston Agent It takes just two minutes to match you with the top-performing real estate agents in Houston.

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RIS Media

JULY 14, 2023

As a real estate agent, knowing how to assess and weigh repairs and costs can give you an advantage in serving the best interests of your clients. Estimation of repairs As… The post Empowering Homeowners With Expert Home-Repair Guidance appeared first on RISMedia.

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Inman

APRIL 3, 2024

The cost of becoming a new homeowner goes well beyond down payments and monthly mortgage payments. In fact, the typical homebuyer expects to spend approximately $30,000 on home maintenance, upgrades and repairs in the coming year — an amount that equals 40 percent of the median U.S. household income ($74,580).

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