Housing Wire

FEBRUARY 6, 2025

Avoid financing, and you risk missing out on a sales growth opportunity. Also, DSCR five- to nine-unit loans are designed for larger multi-family homes. Equity solutions Home renovations and debt consolidation are two avenues toward financial prosperity for borrowers. Finance a loan, and you may lose money.

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AAOA

MARCH 4, 2025

In today’s market, the kitchen and bathroom design, look, and feel are major contributors and factors in renting and buying decisions. COUNTERTOPS Preassembled laminate kitchen countertops can improve the appearance and durability of your unit’s kitchen while lowering the overall renovation time.

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Inman

SEPTEMBER 23, 2024

The "Marketing Center" is designed to explain the appeal of pre-renovations to consumers using campaigns that include print and digital messaging as well as case studies from closed sales.

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Housing Wire

OCTOBER 15, 2024

Census Bureau, the median sale price of a new construction home in March 2024 was $430,700. Compared to the $393,500 median sale price of an existing home during that same period, according to the National Association of Realtors, buyers will pay almost 10% more when purchasing new construction.

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Housing Wire

JULY 6, 2023

It boils down to two factors, according to housing-industry experts: a lack of housing inventory , or supply; and high demand for that limited housing stock — which also is fueling a jump in new-home sales. trillion — with sales of new homes rising in dominance. Fannie Mae recently projected originations for 2023 at $1.59

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Housing Wire

SEPTEMBER 13, 2023

Retail giant Amazon announced on Wednesday the launch of a new pilot program designed to assist moderate-income families in three different U.S. The nonprofit NHT will use the funds from Amazon’s program to acquire and build affordable homes for sale in partnership with a network of local organizations in across the three communities.

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Housing Wire

JULY 8, 2024

An historic home in Chicago ’s Austin neighborhood designed by architect Frank Lloyd Wright in 1903 is in serious need of repairs and renovations, but an existing reverse mortgage loan is complicating the process of initiating the work. The home, designed by Lloyd Wright for real estate developer Joseph Jacob (JJ) Walser Jr.,

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Housing Wire

DECEMBER 5, 2024

In contrast, the average sales price of new site-built, single-family homes (excluding land) rose by 37.66% over the same period,” the study explained. Despite the long-term trend of rising prices, however, the average sale price of a new manufactured home fell between 2022 and 2023. The average price of a manufactured home in the U.S.

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Housing Wire

JANUARY 9, 2024

Heading into 2024, there are continuing and emerging financing options, grant programs and legislation all designed to help homeowners and builders create much-needed infill housing. Private sale In late 2023, one of the most significant shifts for California residents occurred as Governor Gavin Newsom signed AB-1033 into law.

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Housing Wire

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

Regarding other initiatives, Gordon said the FHA is “also hoping soon to put out our servicing defect taxonomy ” and, in the near future, will be releasing a mortgagee letter for the 203(k) renovation loan program. During this period, the mortgage will not be modified, facilitating the sale to Ginnie Mae.

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Housing Wire

JUNE 30, 2021

The first resource is its newly renovated Broker Portal that brings the power of its proprietary H2O origination system together with an elegant interface to highlight next steps, critical tasks and key contacts. Caliber Reconnect includes MLS Trigger that alerts brokers when a shared borrower’s property has been listed for sale on MLS.

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Housing Wire

NOVEMBER 25, 2020

Following extensive renovations that took nearly a year to complete, the property was resold to an owner-occupant buyer in July 2020. counties with at least 10 online REO auction sales through the first 10 months of 2020. The average sales price for REO properties sold so far in 2020 in Comanche County was $28,240 — just $20.10

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Housing Wire

FEBRUARY 18, 2022

AVMs do not consider such things nor can they provide an estimated value to adjust any sales prices. AVMs do not account for upgrades or renovations. Sometimes properties have increased in value due to recent upgrades or renovations. AVMs are mathematical models combined with data that are built and designed by human beings.

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Fancy Pants Homes

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

Baked into the price: a highly desirable waterfront location, bragging rights to living in one of Miami’s most exclusive gated communities, an endless list of high-end amenities, and the finest finishes and design touches money can buy. That record-setting sale, closed in 2023, was brokered by the same agent who represents Casa Exumas.

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Housing Wire

OCTOBER 20, 2023

Just sold stories If your clients are willing to be featured on your socials, celebrate their sale. Design a photo with the testimonial included, then use the caption to express gratitude for the review. Share design inspiration In addition to cool homes, people on social media really enjoy beautiful interior design.

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Housing Wire

JUNE 30, 2022

Not only does Flagstar offer brokers direct access to seasoned sales, support and underwriting teams, it also provides a product set that includes specialty lending options like Advantage non-agency loan, jumbos, new construction, renovation products and HELOCs, and in the pipeline, loans to foreign nationals, seconds and investor property loans.

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Housing Wire

MARCH 18, 2022

Mangus then worked to build the dedicated reverse mortgage department at his new company from scratch and has found a notable degree of success by building Home Equity Conversion Mortgage (HECM) for Purchase (H4P) business through the use of continuing education (CE) classes designed for licensed real estate agents. he says.

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Housing Wire

JANUARY 26, 2021

Inspections, on the other hand, are designed to assess the condition of the home, and they’re 100% optional for the buyer. You can then use their report to renegotiate with the sellers — asking them to make the repairs themselves or reduce the sales price to account for the added repair costs. How long will its current roof last?

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Housing Wire

JANUARY 12, 2024

The pandemic-era run-up in home prices and the property’s reappraisal made the burdens of the mortgage payments too high when deducted from the gift itself, Dooley explained to the outlet, despite the Conleys continuing to pay for taxes, utilities and renovations for the property.

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Housing Wire

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

To begin with, his reputation for excellence is ironclad: over a decade of experience as a real estate broker and over $300,000,000 in total sales. In 2024, Tate received Coldwell Banker’s International President’s Premier Award representing the company’s top 1% of all sales professionals. Jane Doe specializes in luxury markets.”

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Housing Wire

OCTOBER 10, 2023

A CMA report includes information on similar, comparable properties in the area, including recent sales, active listings and current market trends. However, it may be helpful to add short descriptions like “renovated” or “XL terrace” to show unique features of the properties you’ve included in a “Notes” section at the end of your CMA report.

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Housing Wire

JULY 17, 2023

Real estate agents can utilize VR to create interactive and engaging platforms that allow buyers to navigate properties virtually, gaining a comprehensive understanding of their layout, design and spatial qualities. Enables agents to showcase various interior design styles to cater to the preferences of diverse potential buyers.

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Sotheby's International Real Estate

AUGUST 8, 2020

Few spaces in the modern home take higher design priority than the bath. Classical style meets modern convenience in this impressively renovated five-bedroom townhouse, where peerless finishes bring an uncommon refinement to public and private spaces that are generously proportioned and graciously fluid. Unique Elegance in Manhattan.

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Housing Wire

APRIL 22, 2024

I can also provide expert advice about renovations and the potential return on investment — where to get the biggest bang for your buck — or simply answer any questions you have about the market. With Wise Pelican, you can try both — it’s a fantastic resource for beautifully designed postcards and letters. Great news!

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Housing Wire

JULY 10, 2024

Update your listing presentation Designing a winning listing presentation may seem challenging, but you don’t need to reinvent the wheel! Many resources and templates are available (both free and paid) to help you design a knockout listing presentation. Conversely, some repairs, renovations or updates may not be worthwhile.

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Housing Wire

OCTOBER 23, 2024

Are there any improvements or renovations you’ve done to the home?” Will there be anyone else involved in the sale?” We love Highnote for its sleek, beautifully designed listing presentation capabilities. “Tell me about your situation and goals in selling your home.” When would you ideally like to be moved out and closed?” “Are

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Fancy Pants Homes

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

Upgraded for modern-day living, and recently renovated to add style to its historical appeal, the unique property is now listed for $1,175,000. Though to phrase it correctly, the home’s 20 Newman Street address has not one but TWO of the rare structures, as the home was built using two original ‘Type B’ earthquake shacks.

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The Close

NOVEMBER 25, 2024

Simply put, it’s a residential building with more than one unit designed to house multiple families. When looking into your finances, consider the following factors: Closing costs: These are generally 2% to 5% of the property’s sales price and include lender fees, title insurance, property insurance, and property taxes.

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The Close

MARCH 11, 2025

The process of locating and purchasing for sale by owner (FSBO) properties can be a complex endeavor for investors. Weve identified six steps for how to find for sale by owner homes, along with the advantages and disadvantages of navigating the FSBO process without a real estate agent involved.

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Realtor.com

DECEMBER 12, 2022

That’s why a good swath of our coverage this year focused on expert-approved secrets and strategies for improving the home you’re in—from design do’s and don’ts to cleaning hacks to something called “house shame.” 7 Dumb Design Fails New Homeowners Make With Their Yards, Decks, and Patios—Are You Guilty? .”

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Keeping Current Matters

MAY 4, 2021

The only headwind that could take it off course is the lack of inventory for sale. The National Association of Realtors (NAR) reports that there were 410,000 fewer single-family homes for sale this March than in March of 2020. Whenever there’s a bidding war, the price of the item for sale escalates.

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Housing Wire

APRIL 25, 2024

Instead of generic design templates, LCA Marketing Center’s templates are designed for agents, by agents. The app allows you to quickly choose and edit design templates for social media, flyers, postcards, and even signs and business cards — all from your phone.

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Realty Biz

SEPTEMBER 24, 2022

Whether you’ve bought a new home, or you’re sprucing up an investment property , home renovations can add immediate and long-term value to your home. With mounting material and labor costs, your renovation dreams can quickly put a strain on your budget. Here are 10 ways to save money on home renovations. They can also be costly.

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Realtor.com

OCTOBER 15, 2020

Some options may also include special cleaning solutions, hydrophobic or hydrophilic glazes, advanced flushing technology, and specially designed rims,” Russell says. I think heater sales are going to go through the roof.”. Use smart lighting for touchless illumination. Pick up an outdoor patio heater , for as little as $100.

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Housing Wire

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

Today, a mortgage lender must have scalability in its operation, an ability to pivot quickly to meet changing market conditions and client needs, a well-designed technology stack and, above all, a keen sense of what its customers and the marketplace truly want from them. The lender’s role in succeeding by helping its LOs succeed.

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HomeLight

FEBRUARY 4, 2022

The pandemic cast our homes in a whole new light and subsequently shifted which renovations increase home value. One-third of top agents in a HomeLight survey ranked “the desire to make homes a sanctuary from the world” as the number-one reason for renovations in their market. Get a Home Value Estimate Before You Renovate.

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Housing Wire

OCTOBER 17, 2023

Fix-and-flip investors — who tend to be smaller entrepreneurial players — acquire, renovate and then sell existing single-family homes — and, in some cases, hold them for rent for a time, depending on market conditions.

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