Sat.Jul 13, 2024

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Mortgage rates head lower, helped by better mortgage spreads

Housing Wire

In 2023, following the collapse of Silicon Valley Bank , the spreads between the 30-year mortgage and 10-year yield were at their worst, leading to new cycle highs. This meant mortgage rates were significantly higher than average. However, this year, we’re seeing a different trend with the spreads: they’re improving, and mortgage rates are trending better as a result, even with the 10-year yield still above 4%.

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A brokerage built to last with ‘passion, stamina, grit’

Real Estate News

Michael Saunders has always been driven, building her brokerage into a multibillion-dollar company with the goal of making a difference.

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You can’t ‘fake it ’til you make it’ when it comes to gratitude

Inman

Authenticity and genuine gratitude offer profound benefits for personal and professional relationships and well-being, broker and coach Aaron Hendon writes.

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Brokerage Beat: News from Lamacchia, Real, RE/MAX, C21, eXp, more

Real Estate News

Lamacchia grows with MA acquisition; Real reaches 20k agents; RE/MAX gains 60-agent firm; C21 franchise and Florida indie merge; eXp joins Fortune 1000; more.

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Avoiding Lease Accounting Pitfalls in 2025: Lessons Learned from Spreadsheet Errors

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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Will falling mortgage rates juice the housing market? The Download

Inman

As financial targets pave the way for interest rates to (finally) fall, the real estate industry is cautiously optimistic about a late-year boost.

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Microsoft-backed OpenAI eyes expansion to Seattle area

Seattle Times Real Estate

OpenAI has a connection with one of the Seattle area's largest tech employers but doesn't have a physical presence yet. That may be about to change.

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Sun City, Texas

BubbleInfo

Georgetown, Texas, is the fastest-growing city in the U.S. It’s largely thanks to baby boomers. Thousands of them have settled in an enormous planned community called Sun City Texas: 5,421 acres of single-family homes clustered around pools, fitness centers and pickleball courts, reserved mostly for buyers 55 and older. The hottest party is the yearly […] The post Sun City, Texas first appeared on bubbleinfo.com.

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Trapped in zombie economy, a dry cleaner struggles in empty skyscraper

Seattle Times Real Estate

Referred to in real estate parlance as a zombie building, this 42-story Los Angeles giant is a hollow shell devoid of tenants but for three small businesses on the ground floor.

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Hot Buy in Terramar

BubbleInfo

This is a terrific value for a Terramar beach bungalow! The original bungalow is very habitable now – it has a new roof, new furnace, real hardwood floors, and pool plus a studio with kitchen and bath was built in the back of the garage! There hasn’t been this good of a value on this […] The post Hot Buy in Terramar first appeared on bubbleinfo.com.

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8 Essential Tips for Smooth Transition to Senior Care

Louisville Homes

The transition to senior care can be a challenging and emotional process for older adults and their families. This article provides valuable insights and practical advice to help make the transition smoother and more comfortable for everyone involved. Understanding the Need for Senior Care As our loved ones age, their care needs often change. Recognizing […] The post 8 Essential Tips for Smooth Transition to Senior Care appeared first on Real Estate Expert Tre Pryor.

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Driving Profit: 4 Pillars for Growing Your Real Estate Brokerage

In the rapidly changing real estate landscape, achieving profitability requires a strategic approach beyond traditional methods. Our guide, "The 4 Pillars to Brokerage Profitability," outlines four essential pillars for scaling your real estate business: a seamless lead-to-close technology ecosystem, tailored integrated solutions for teams and agents, value-added success services and community support, and consumer-centric operations throughout the full homeownership lifecycle.

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Spotlight on St. Barts: 8 Must-See Luxury Villas Up for Auction

BAM Media

While most agents are headed toward beach towels and White Claws, summer is your prime time to hone in on your business and set yourself up for dominating the second half of the year. Join us for BAM BBQ , our FREE virtual event on July 17 to do just that! Sign up here. Looking for a luxury home-away-from-home on a tropical island? G3 Auctions has partnered with Kretz Family Real Estate —stars of The Parisian Agency on Netflix—for an auction of eight previously-listed villas in St.