Housing Wire
NOVEMBER 6, 2024
The trend of innovative software solutions and artificial intelligence (AI) tools continue as the real estate industry competes for speed and efficiency. New England -based MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN) is following these footsteps with its latest partnership. MLS PIN announced a partnership with Restb.ai on Monday to bring advanced AI features to its web-based Pinergy MLS system.
Inman
NOVEMBER 6, 2024
Renter households increased by 2.7 percent year-over-year in the third quarter to a record 45.6 million, a rate three times higher than the 0.9 percent uptick in homeowner households, according to a new Redfin analysis.
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Housing Wire
NOVEMBER 6, 2024
Fathom Holdings , the parent company to Fathom Realty , announced a new promotion in its executive leadership team. On Wednesday, the firm hired former senior vice president of finance Joanne Zach as chief financial officer. After starting with Fathom in 2021, the new CFO worked directly alongside CEO Marco Fregenal for three years, collaborating on strategic planning and key financial decisions.
Real Estate News
NOVEMBER 6, 2024
Home listings on the Flyhomes search portal now show the breakdown of recent presidential and congressional voting trends in any given community.
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Housing Wire
NOVEMBER 6, 2024
Guild Holdings Co. , the parent company of Guild Mortgage , sustained a $66.9 million loss in the third quarter of 2024 after delivering a profit of $37 million in the prior quarter. Meanwhile, its origination volume increased to $6.9 billion, up 6% from the second quarter and 49% higher than the same period in 2023. This led its originations segment to “profitable” results, according to CEO Terry Schmidt.
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Real Estate News
NOVEMBER 6, 2024
Growth across all major divisions, which the company attributed to strong conversions and agent partnerships, produced double-digit gains in the third quarter.
RIS Media
NOVEMBER 6, 2024
The first-time homebuyer marketshare decreased to a historic low of 24% (down from 32% last year), while homebuyers’ ages hit all-time highs of 56 overall (49 last year), 38 for first-time buyers (35 last year) and 61 for repeat buyers (58 last year), according to the National Association of REALTORS®’ (NAR) 2024 Profile of Home… The post First-Time Homebuyers at Historic Low, While Buyer Age Hits Record High appeared first on RISMedia.
Real Estate News
NOVEMBER 6, 2024
HUD and FHFA executives spoke recently about ways the federal government should get more involved in issues like zoning, mortgages, insurance and appraisals.
Keeping Current Matters
NOVEMBER 6, 2024
You may be hearing a lot of talk about the Federal Reserve (the Fed) and how their actions will impact the housing market right now. Here’s why.
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Real Estate News
NOVEMBER 6, 2024
In the short term, expect "rising and more unpredictable mortgage rates." But the Fed will likely stay the course and issue a modest rate cut this week.
HomeLight
NOVEMBER 6, 2024
Buying a home is exciting, but securing a good mortgage rate can be challenging, especially when the housing market feels unsettled or unpredictable. But when you’re shopping for a home, what is a good mortgage rate? In this guide, we’ll explain what influences mortgage rates and what might qualify as a “good” rate based on historical trends and your goals as a homebuyer.
RIS Media
NOVEMBER 6, 2024
Mortgage applications continued their rapid decline for the fifth straight week, with pressure from rising mortgage rates continuing to plague homebuyers and keep them out of the market. Applications decreased 10.8% from one week earlier, according to the MBA’s Weekly Applications Survey for the week ending Nov. 1, 2024. Joel Kan, MBA’s vice president and… The post MBA Reports Fifth Straight Week of Decline in Mortgage Applications appeared first on RISMedia.
Brownstoner
NOVEMBER 6, 2024
A two-bedroom in a 1920s Finnish co-op sports high ceilings, parquet, and intact details along with a recently updated kitchen and bath. In move-in condition, the walkup is on the 3rd floor of 848 43rd Street, a four-story, 36-unit complex just outside the historic district. Built by the Advance Homes… Read More > The post Sunset Park Finnish Co-op With Parquet, Seven Closets Asks $499K appeared first on Brownstoner.
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RIS Media
NOVEMBER 6, 2024
Mike Fabbri just likes to make people happy. If he can get them into a home as their buyer agent or guide them to a closing as their seller agent, it’s win-win. But it’s his self-professed hobby as a matchmaker that gives him a unique identity. And on the occasion when he doubles up, helping… The post Meet the Matchmaking Agent Who Helps People Find Homes, Love or Both appeared first on RISMedia.
Inman
NOVEMBER 6, 2024
With these AI-driven strategies at your fingertips, coach Darryl Davis writes, the path to becoming a more successful and efficient real estate agent is clearer than ever.
RIS Media
NOVEMBER 6, 2024
Above, Shauna Fanning Shauna Fanning REALTOR® Lamacchia Realty, Inc. Braintree, Massachusetts [link] Region served: Boston’s South Shore area Years in real estate: 8 Favorite part of your job: The stories, and working with clients who are full of gratitude when they achieve their real estate dreams. What is the most significant trend affecting your business… The post A Strategic Approach to Achieving the American Dream appeared first on RISMedia.
Marco Santarelli
NOVEMBER 6, 2024
As we approach 2025, the 5 hottest real estate markets for buyers and investors are garnering significant attention due to their unique characteristics and promising growth potential. Cities like Dallas, Miami, Houston, Tampa-St. Petersburg, and Nashville are leading the charge, thanks to factors such as a surge in population growth, economic stability, and affordable housing options.
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Inman
NOVEMBER 6, 2024
Regularly practicing detachment by honing healthy practices, broker Pam Blair writes, doesn’t necessarily change the outward outcome of events but can dramatically alter our internal experience.
Eye on Housing
NOVEMBER 6, 2024
In October, mortgage rates reversed their recent downward trajectory, returning to levels two months earlier. According to Freddie Mac, the average rate for a 30-year fixed-rate mortgage increased 25 basis points (bps) from September to 6.18%. The 15-year fixed-rate mortgage saw an even steeper increase of 34 bps to land at 5.60%. These increases coincided.
Inman
NOVEMBER 6, 2024
While metrics and KPIs reflect your company's performance, Leah McDonough writes, it's feeling valued and appreciated that defines company culture.
BAM Media
NOVEMBER 6, 2024
BAM Key Details : The National Association of Realtors’ Q3 2024 report highlights how persistently low housing supply is driving affordability challenges, with median home prices rising 3% in September for the 15th straight month of year-over-year gains. In nearly 80% of major metro areas, housing supply fell short of demand, creating significant shortages in regions like New York, Honolulu, and Connecticut.
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Inman
NOVEMBER 6, 2024
In addition to signing a multi-year deal with Pentagon Federal Credit Union, Blend laid off 50 workers in September, or about 9 percent of its workforce.
HomeLight
NOVEMBER 6, 2024
If you’re looking to sell your Arizona home, one of the best tools you can add to your arsenal is partnering with a trusted local real estate agent. The real estate market in Arizona is competitive, and selling a home is a complex process. A trusted local agent with a top real estate brokerage in Arizona can help you demystify the process and get you the best value for your property when it hits the open market.
Inman
NOVEMBER 6, 2024
Accused of embezzling as much as $27 billion alongside her husband and other accomplices, Truong My Lan told the court on Monday that her sentence is "too expensive to pay" and "too severe.
Estate Agent Today
NOVEMBER 6, 2024
A third of homes for sale on Zoopla are currently chain-free as investors and second homeowners have looked to sell amidst expected changes to the way second homes are taxed, the portal suggests.
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