Housing Wire
DECEMBER 9, 2024
Weve now been in the post-pandemic housing market recession market as long as we were in the pandemic boom. Two and a half years. As we look into 2025, the question everyone is asking is: Do we have a new era starting? Does the housing market start to get back to normal? What can the data today tell us about signals for growth or weakness after the new year?
Keeping Current Matters
DECEMBER 9, 2024
Putting your house for sale on your own – often called “For Sale by Owner” or FSBO – might be on your mind.
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Housing Wire
DECEMBER 9, 2024
If 2024 was a rollercoaster, 2025 is shaping up to be a championship gameand every buyer , seller and homeowner has a shot at winning big. After a year filled with rate swings, unpredictable markets and a bit of drama (thank you, inflation), the real estate world is ready for a fresh start. Whether youre looking to buy your first home, upgrade or simply gain clarity on the current market , this guide is your insiders playbook to tackle 2025 with confidence.
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Don’t just react to changes, plan for them, so you can approach the new year with confidence, direction, and a competitive edge for your business. Having a well-defined business plan helps you chart a clear course, navigate challenges, and set a foundation for growth. This workbook gives you the key steps to outline what matters and will ensure you’re moving ahead.
Housing Wire
DECEMBER 9, 2024
A survey of 1,000 Americans ages 65 and older found that nearly 90% want to age in place in their own homes. The survey also listed the best and worst cities for aging in place based on cost of living, availability of care and life expectancy. The survey , conducted by This Old House , asked respondents about their plans, priorities, and perspectives on aging in place.
Real Estate News
DECEMBER 9, 2024
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Housing Wire
DECEMBER 9, 2024
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) on Monday announced the disbursement of $72.6 million in new funding under the Indian Community Development Block Grant (ICDBG) program, adding up to $2 million to 38 individual community recipients to bolster housing development , expansion and preservation. The grant funds will be primarily deployed to bolster infrastructure, construction or renovation of community buildings, housing rehabilitation, land acquisition and economic develo
Inman
DECEMBER 9, 2024
While only 23 percent of Americans surveyed by mortgage giant Fannie Mae in November thought it was a good time to buy a home, that's up from 14 percent a year ago, when mortgage rates were near post-pandemic peaks.
Housing Wire
DECEMBER 9, 2024
In this weeks episode of the RealTrending podcast , host Tracey Velt sits down with Portside Real Estate Group CEO Dava Davin to discuss the importance of buyer consultations, brokerage leadership styles and ancillary solutions for brokerage growth in 2025. This interview has been edited for length and clarity. After a brief icebreaker segment, Velt and Davin dive into the latters background in athletics and how it informs her approach to business and leadership.
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Inman
DECEMBER 9, 2024
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Housing Wire
DECEMBER 9, 2024
The reverse mortgage division of Rate formerly known as Guaranteed Rate recently announced the hiring of reverse industry veteran Jesse Allen as the president for Rates reverse lending division as the company heads into 2025. In a wide-ranging interview with HousingWire ‘s Reverse Mortgage Daily (RMD), Allen first explored the state of the business today and how Rate aims to make an impact going forward.
Housing Wire
DECEMBER 9, 2024
In this weeks episode of the RealTrending podcast , host Tracey Velt sits down with Portside Real Estate Group CEO Dava Davin to discuss the importance of buyer consultations, brokerage leadership styles and solutions for brokerage growth in 2025. This interview has been edited for length and clarity.After a brief icebreaker segment, Davin dives into the her background in athletics and how it informs her approach to business and leadership.
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Housing Wire
DECEMBER 9, 2024
Although eXp Realty s tagline may be the most agent-centric brokerage on the planet, CEO Leo Pareja said the company will strive to keep the best interests of the consumer at the center of its decisions in 2025. According to Pareja, this is a way of thinking he really homed in on in 2024. The one thing that has kind of been driving my decision making this year is keeping the consumer at the center of that decision-making tree, Pareja said.
Inman
DECEMBER 9, 2024
Multifamily operators must know that trends are fickle and vogue fades, multifamily expert Michael Zaransky writes. Build a community around your amenities, not vice versa.
Housing Wire
DECEMBER 9, 2024
Not only has Realty ONE Group successfully had its commission lawsuit settlement agreement approved, but the firm has also succeeded in being dismissed from the Masiello copycat commission lawsuit. On Thursday, Judge Douglas L. Rayes who is overseeing the suit in U.S. District Court in Phoenix, granted the joint motion to dismiss filed by plaintiff John Masiello and defendant Realty ONE Group Arizona.
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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.
Inman
DECEMBER 9, 2024
For broker-owners looking to expand their real estate business, the right partnership can be a game-changer.
Housing Wire
DECEMBER 9, 2024
A month and a half after the plaintiffs in the Gibson copycat commission lawsuit took issue with eXp World Holdings nationwide settlement agreement in the Hooper suit, eXp, along with other settling defendants and the lead plaintiff, have fired back in opposition. In responses filed on Thursday, Atlanta Communities Real Estate Brokerage , Higher Tech Realty , Weichert Realtors of North America , eXp, and the lead plaintiff 1925 Hooper LLC. , all shared their thoughts as to why their suit should
Inman
DECEMBER 9, 2024
Rachael Hite shares strategies for combatting client misinformation while maintaining close connections and positive communication.
RIS Media
DECEMBER 9, 2024
Home affordability continues to stand between prospective homeowners and their dreams as home prices and mortgage rates stay higher for longer. To help buyers overcome these hurdles, some financial firms offer outside-the-box solutions for cash-strapped Americans to qualify for a home loan. Student loan debt is a common obstacle for first-time and some repeat homebuyers.… The post Financial Firms Looking to Break Down Barriers to First-Time Homeownership appeared first on RISMedia.
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Inman
DECEMBER 9, 2024
With gift shopping in full swing, everyone has asked themselves the million-dollar question, "What would make the perfect present?" While perfection might be elusive, Inmans Holiday Gift Guide for 2024 aims to help you get as close as possible when selecting gifts for the hardworking agents in your life.
Bigger Pockets
DECEMBER 9, 2024
If you want to buy a million-dollar home and have enough for a down payment, you can now ask Uncle Sam for the rest.
Inman
DECEMBER 9, 2024
Senior real estate specialist Nikki Buckelew writes that understanding cognitive impairment among seniors is about being more than just a real estate professional its about being a trusted guide during one of the most challenging transitions of someones life.
Toronto Realty Blog
DECEMBER 9, 2024
TorontoRealtyBlog Let’s start today’s discussion with an analogy, shall we? I know, I know… this is so unlike me… Do you remember being back in grade seven and thinking that girl was really pretty, even though none of the other guys did? You saw something; but only you. And you knew just how much prettier she was going to be one day.
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RIS Media
DECEMBER 9, 2024
The real estate industry is evolving rapidly, and 2025 brings with it new challenges that demand fresh strategies. Yet, many real estate teams are operating on outdated models, leaving them ill-prepared to navigate the complexities of todays market. The unfortunate reality is that most teams are built to failnot because of market conditions, but because… The post Why Most Real Estate Teams are Built to Fail in 2025 (and How to Fix Yours) appeared first on RISMedia.
Marco Santarelli
DECEMBER 9, 2024
Are you curious about which US housing markets are most vulnerable to a potential decline? Based on a recent report by ATTOM, a leading provider of property data, California, New Jersey, Illinois, and Florida are facing a higher risk of housing market declines due to factors like affordability, underwater mortgages, and unemployment. While the overall national housing market remains robust, these areas exhibit specific characteristics that might make them more susceptible to downturns in the nea
Bigger Pockets
DECEMBER 9, 2024
The hospitality industry is evolving faster than ever, and the lines between hotels and short-term rentals (STRs) are fading.
Brownstoner
DECEMBER 9, 2024
Already stylishly renovated when it was last on the market in 2020, this Clinton Hill brownstone has some new design touches while historic details have been left in place. The Neo-Grec brownstone at 331 Washington Avenue is within the Clinton Hill Historic District and is just a short walk away… Read More > The post Clinton Hill Brownstone With Stylish Reno, Mantels Asks $6.25 Million appeared first on Brownstoner.
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