Housing Wire

MARCH 5, 2025

Mortgage applications increased 20.4% from one week earlier on a seasonally adjusted basis as buyers pounced on lower rates , according to data from the Mortgage Bankers Associations (MBA) weekly mortgage applications survey for the week ending Feb. 28, 2025. On an unadjusted basis, applications increased 22% compared with the previous week. The refinance index increased 37% from the previous week and was 83% higher than the same week one year ago.

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Keeping Current Matters

MARCH 5, 2025

Selling a house comes with a lot of moving pieces, and the last thing you want is a deal falling apart over unexpected repairs uncovered during the buyer’s inspection.

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Housing Wire

MARCH 5, 2025

A large majority of homeowners (88%) have concerns about selling their homes, with financial uncertainty and housing market conditions ranking among their top fears, according to a recent survey by Clever Real Estate. The survey , which polled 1,000 homeowners at the end of 2024, found that the most common concerns include the stress of the sale (42%), the high costs of selling (40%), the inability to afford a new home (32%) and not selling for a high enough price (32%).

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Real Estate News

MARCH 5, 2025

Robert Reffkin, a loud voice in the Clear Cooperation debate, invites all agents to check out the brokerages Coming Soon listings.

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MARCH 5, 2025

Shant Banosian, ranked the No. 1 loan originator in the country by volume for at least five years, is assuming the role of president at Rate Mortgage , the company announced Tuesday. Victor Ciardelli will remain the CEO of Rate Companies. Rate, formerly known as Guaranteed Rate before a rebrand in 2024, ranked as No. 8 on the Inside Mortgage Finance ranking of top originators at just under $40 billion.

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Real Estate News

MARCH 5, 2025

Keller Williams largest franchise network captured roughly 3,000 Private Collection listings last year and is looking to double that figure by 2026.

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MARCH 5, 2025

Here is the ICE March Mortgage Monitor report (pdf). Press Release: ICE Mortgage Monitor: Property Insurance Costs Rose at a Record Rate in 2024 Prompting Homeowners to Shop for Better Rates, Accept Higher Deductibles The average annual property insurance premium among mortgaged single-family homes rose by a record +$276 (+14%) to $2,290 in 2024, capping a five-year rise of +$872 (+61%) Seattle (+22%), Salt Lake City (+22%) and Los Angeles (+20%) saw the largest percentage increases in 2024, whi

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Housing Wire

MARCH 5, 2025

During last month’s Super Bowl broadcast, Rocket Companies unveiled its Own the Dream campaign, which the company describes as a means of redefining homeownership as a pathway to generational wealth rather than just a transaction. The companys ambitious commercial which featured John Denvers Take Me Home, Country Roads was only the first part of the Own the Dream rollout from Rockets marketing team.

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Eye on Housing

MARCH 5, 2025

Following two straight quarters of deceleration, house price appreciation accelerated slightly in the fourth quarter of 2024 due to the persistent high mortgage rates and low inventory. Although inventories of existing homes have improved from a year ago, the current 3.5-month supply remains below the 4.5- to 6-month supply that considered a balanced housing market.

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Housing Wire

MARCH 5, 2025

The newest weekly mortgage applications survey data, released Wednesday by the Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA) included the lowest mortgage rates in months, which created a stir in the number of applications. According to the MBA, rates for Federal Housing Administration (FHA) loans dipped to 6.42%, while refinance activity posted its fastest pace since October 2024.

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Bigger Pockets

MARCH 5, 2025

There’s a school of thought among many real estate investors that you should never sell your property.

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Housing Wire

MARCH 5, 2025

Keller Williams legal battle with former CEO John Davis is heating up. In a document filed in late January by plaintiffs Davis and former Arizona franchise owner Jesse Herfel demanding arbitration, Davis also claims that a former employee was fired after accusing John Keller, the companys executive vice chairman and the son of co-founder Gary Keller , of sexual misconduct in a report.

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Inman

MARCH 5, 2025

Requests to refinance surged 37 percent last week and were up 83 percent from a year ago after the biggest one-week decline in mortgage rates since November, the MBA's latest weekly lender survey shows.

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Housing Wire

MARCH 5, 2025

PennyMac Financial Services , one of the nations largest mortgage lenders and servicers, on Wednesday announced a partnership that will give the company a high level of visibility during the 2028 Olympic Games in Los Angeles. California-based Pennymac will be the official mortgage supporter of the U.S. Olympic and Paralympic teams at the 2028 Olympics.

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RIS Media

MARCH 5, 2025

Black housing wealth has seen an increase from 2015 to 2022 in spite of home values that are lower on average, according to a new report from the Urban Institute. The report found that the Black homeownership rate saw a rise from 41.2% to 44.3% from 2015 to 2022, alongside an increase in equity from… The post Average Black Home Value Lags Behind That of Other Homeowners: Urban Institute appeared first on RISMedia.

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Housing Wire

MARCH 5, 2025

Leading mortgage technology provider Uplist recently announced a new integration with fellow tech firm Polly. This move grants loan officers access to real-time insights that are designed to improve borrower assistance and engagement. Loan officers on the Uplist platform can now leverage Pollys product and pricing engine (PPE) to more easily pursue refinance opportunities.

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Brownstoner

MARCH 5, 2025

Many of the great museums of the world started out as the private collections of very wealthy people. New Yorks Guggenheim, the Frick, the Morgan Library and Londons Tate Modern are examples, to name just a few. Manhattans Metropolitan Museum of Art was the brainchild of a group of wealthy… Read More > The post How Brooklyn’s First Free Library Became the Brooklyn Museum appeared first on Brownstoner.

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Housing Wire

MARCH 5, 2025

Homes in the District of Columbia were historically known for having vibrant paint colors that represented the individuality of each resident among the city’s diverse population. Washington, D.C. , was once known as the “Chocolate City” due to its large population of Black residents. Now, that history is waning as Black residents have become minorities in neighborhoods that once belonged to them.

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MARCH 5, 2025

Real estate is an industry of commitment. Buyers commit to homeownership. Sellers commit to moving onto their next level in life. And agents? Agents must commit to understanding what truly drives their clientsand themselves. They embrace the power of asking the right question. A lesson from science: the power of asking why Clair Patterson, an… The post The Power of Committing to the Question appeared first on RISMedia.

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Housing Wire

MARCH 5, 2025

DALLAS, Texas HousingWire is proud to announce the 2025 Finance Leaders , recognizing 40 of the most impactful finance executives in the mortgage and real estate industries. These leaders have demonstrated exceptional expertise in financial strategy, capital management, and operational efficiency, helping their organizations navigate an evolving market landscape and drive sustainable growth.

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Marco Santarelli

MARCH 5, 2025

Low rates lead to a jump in demand in mortgage applications. We're seeing exactly that play out right now! As mortgage rates dip, more people are jumping in to buy homes or refinance their existing mortgages. This responsiveness to interest rate changes is a tale as old as time. Alright, let's dive into why we're seeing this surge and what it all means for you, whether you're a potential homebuyer, current homeowner, or just curious about the market.

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RIS Media

MARCH 5, 2025

As your clients guide to the process leading to homeownership, its your responsibility to make sure they know what theyre getting into from a financial perspective. First-time buyers could not know all the expenses that go along with owning a property. Obvious ones like taxes and insurance can skyrocket year over year. Here are four… The post 4 Hidden Costs of Homeownership Clients Should Understand appeared first on RISMedia.

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Brownstoner

MARCH 5, 2025

While this single-family row house likely needs some bathroom and kitchen updates, it has a wealth of details, including wainscoting, mantels, and a pass-through. In the Prospect Lefferts Gardens Historic District, the bow-front dwelling at 56 Rutland Road is on one of the neighborhood's picturesque tree-lined streets and a short… Read More > The post PLG Rowhouse With Fretwork, Built-ins, Stained Glass Asks $2.995 Million appeared first on Brownstoner.

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RIS Media

MARCH 5, 2025

Following a run of home purchase application declines in recent weeks, the Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA) is reporting a surge in these as well as refinance applications following a plunge in the average mortgage rate that resulted from a host of recent market uncertainties. According to MBAs latest Weekly Mortgage Applications Survey for the week… The post Mortgage, Refinance Applications Soar Following Marked Rate Drop appeared first on RISMedia.

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BAM Media

MARCH 5, 2025

Theres a moment in every agents career when they step into a space that feels bigger than them. Maybe its a luxury listing appointment, a high-net-worth networking event, or even just a conversation with a client who operates at a whole different level. You can feel itthe weight, the expectation, the unspoken rules of how things work at the top. And at that moment, its easy to think that luxury is about price.

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Inman

MARCH 5, 2025

Dont fall into the "be everything to everyone" trap, Debra Trappen writes. Instead, attract your dream clients, fuel your passions and experience fulfillment by discovering your true niche.

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Navigated 360° tours, like YourVRTours, advance pipelines by engaging clients further along the sales funnel. These immersive experiences provide comprehensive property insights, increasing buyer intent and readiness. By embracing navigated tours, agents can optimize property exposure, better qualify leads, and streamline the sales process. Stay ahead in the ever-evolving real estate landscape with innovative technology that elevates buyer journeys and progresses pipelines more effectively.

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RIS Media

MARCH 5, 2025

The Residential Real Estate Council (RRC) has announced the addition of 51 new Certified Residential Specialist (CRS) designees following a graduation ceremony held in Manila, Philippines the week of February 2025. This milestone marks a positive kick-off to 2025 as RRC actively addresses international growth through its newly formed global task force.

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Estate Agent Today

MARCH 5, 2025

Home sellers are cutting asking prices ahead of this months Stamp Duty deadline in order to offset the incoming cost increase and entice buyers into a purchase, research suggests.

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RIS Media

MARCH 5, 2025

In saleswhether in real estate, finance, technology or any competitive industrysuccess is often measured by numbers, but the driving force behind those numbers is people. And people thrive when they feel valued. Taking the time to celebrate accomplishments isnt just a nice gesture; its a critical leadership tool that fuels motivation, retention and a culture… The post Thoughts on Leadership: Great Leadership Recognizes Greatness appeared first on RISMedia.

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Estate Agent Today

MARCH 5, 2025

Foxtons chief executive Guy Gittins subtly addressed reports about the brands workplace culture as the London agent released its annual results yesterday.

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