Housing Wire
NOVEMBER 25, 2024
The current start-stop cycle facing American homebuyers and sellers shows no sign of relenting. The cycle continued in May, as inflation eased more than expected, dropping to 3.3% from the 3.4% annual increases seen in March and April. These positive signs were followed by a long-awaited dip in mortgage rates, which fell for four consecutive weeks through the end of June.
Real Estate News
NOVEMBER 25, 2024
Do more than a third of consumers really prefer private listings? The answer is not so simple, says the CEO of 1000watt, which produced the report.
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Housing Wire
NOVEMBER 25, 2024
There’s nothing quite like an 11th-hour twist. On Sunday evening, less than 48 hours before the National Association of Realtors ’ (NAR) commission lawsuit settlement agreement is set to head for final approval, the Department of Justice (DOJ) filed its long-awaited statement of interest in the Sitzer/Burnett suit. DOJ notes in the filing that it did not participate in the litigation or in the negotiation of the proposed settlement.
Real Estate News
NOVEMBER 25, 2024
Industry insiders quickly weighed in on the agency’s Sunday filing, which suggested that the settlement won’t protect NAR from future antitrust action.
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Housing Wire
NOVEMBER 25, 2024
The Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) on Monday unveiled its three-year plan for the government-sponsored enterprises (GSEs) Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac to improve housing opportunities in underserved areas. Key pillars of the plans include bolstering access in rural communities, looking to manufactured housing as an instrument to bolster supply, and addressing liquidity needs for first-time homebuyers.
Keeping Current Matters
NOVEMBER 25, 2024
One major reason why we’re not heading toward a foreclosure crisis is the high level of equity homeowners have today.
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Real Estate News
NOVEMBER 25, 2024
Consolidation has become common in residential real estate as MLSs, teams and brokerage companies strive to win by leveraging economies of scale.
Housing Wire
NOVEMBER 25, 2024
In this HousingWire executive conversation, Chris Kennedy , Director of Sales and Business Development at RiskSpan , explores the key recapture strategies that lenders can follow to maximize profit in the 2025 real estate market. He stresses the importance of optimizing recapture workflows in the new market with new tools and strategies. Following that, Kennedy introduces RiskSpan’s unique strategies and tools.
Inman
NOVEMBER 25, 2024
Ahead of a final Nov. 26 approval hearing on NAR's proposed class-action settlement, DOJ lawyers narrowed in on a provision requiring written agreements between buyers and agents before tours.
Housing Wire
NOVEMBER 25, 2024
The taste of victory was short lived for RE/MAX , Keller Williams and Anywhere. After successfully getting the Batton 1 homebuyer commission lawsuit stayed in October as a result of the defendants having been granted final approval of their home seller commission lawsuit settlements, the three national brokerages were not as lucky with their motions to dismiss.
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Inman
NOVEMBER 25, 2024
Some parents enjoy having children involved in the decision-making process of buying a home by accompanying them on showings. But is it worth the risk? One Utah-based Realtor says no.
RIS Media
NOVEMBER 25, 2024
As a real estate broker, you know it’s important to get your clients’ homes sold quickly, for top dollar. One way to do this is to encourage them to fix up their homes before they put them on the market. There are many benefits to doing this. According to studies by the National Association of… The post Brokers Benefit When Homesellers Improve Homes Before Selling appeared first on RISMedia.
Inman
NOVEMBER 25, 2024
The newly launched affiliated title agency will streamline closings and increase efficiency for The Agency's New York-based clients and agents, the brokerage told Inman.
BAM Media
NOVEMBER 25, 2024
In real estate, it’s not uncommon that you’ll experience some slower times in your career (we’ve all been there!). Naturally, that can lead to a lack of content ideas for social media. But the reality is, some of the best posts—the ones that build real connections—happen when you’re not just talking about your deals. Remember: one of the most important elements of social media is—you guessed it—consistency!
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Inman
NOVEMBER 25, 2024
This year has been tough on real estate. But investors think several major companies have done enough to boost their standing — and box out key competitors.
Estate Agent Today
NOVEMBER 25, 2024
Buyer sentiment has softened compared with earlier this year in the aftermath of the General Election and the Autumn Budget, research suggests.
Inman
NOVEMBER 25, 2024
While portals spend billions to win their wars, Mike DelPrete questions whether it's possible for anyone to win on the ultimate metric: revenue.
Bigger Pockets
NOVEMBER 25, 2024
The work-from-home phenomenon—incorporated during and after the pandemic—may be ending as more companies demand that workers return to the office. That’s good news for both corporate and residential landlords.
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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
NOVEMBER 25, 2024
Floyd Mayweather Jr. will assume the majority of Eli Gindi's interest in the mansion, located at 1116 Ocean Drive, for an undisclosed amount, according to sources.
RIS Media
NOVEMBER 25, 2024
REALTORS® are no strangers to marketing—it being an essential part of growing your business. Seasonal marketing, however, is not always everyone’s cup of tea. While marketing a team can be a bit of a different animal, tactics like seasonal marketing are tried and true, and can’t be ignored. The power of seasonally marketing cannot be… The post Team Tactics: Bringing Fall Marketing to Your Team appeared first on RISMedia.
Inman
NOVEMBER 25, 2024
Learn how NYC associate broker Maria Daou combines in-depth knowledge with personalized service to make a lasting impression on clients.
RIS Media
NOVEMBER 25, 2024
Class-action plaintiffs in the $418 million landmark settlement with the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR) over real estate commissions finally spelled out specific prohibited real estate practices after a law professor’s latest objection to the settlement forced them to clarify their position. Tanya Monestier, a law professor at the University of Buffalo, doesn’t technically have… The post NAR Settlement Plaintiffs Push Back on Law Professor’s Objections, but Finally Spell Out Prohi
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Brownstoner
NOVEMBER 25, 2024
An affordable housing lottery has opened for a new 21-story, 294-unit tower blocks away from Fort Greene Park, with apartments starting at $750 a month. The lottery for the 99 Fleet Place Apartments includes 76 units, all rent stabilized and income restricted, 62 of which could be deemed truly affordable. Those… Read More > The post Affordable Housing Lottery Opens for Fort Greene Tower With Units From $750 appeared first on Brownstoner.
RIS Media
NOVEMBER 25, 2024
Less than 48 hours before tomorrow’s long-awaited NAR settlement approval hearing, the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) has raised concerns about the buyer-broker agreements stipulated in the proposed settlement. On Sunday evening, the DOJ filed a Statement of Interest (SOI) in the Burnett v. NAR et al lawsuit, which clarified that the DOJ’s lack of… The post DOJ Takes Issue With Buyer-Broker Agreements Ahead of Settlement Approval Hearing appeared first on RISMedia.
Inman
NOVEMBER 25, 2024
The portal wars in the UK are heating up, as CoStar-owned portal OnTheMarket (OTM) fights accusations of using "misleading" traffic data to dethrone competitor Zoopla as the second-most trafficked home search site in England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland.
RIS Media
NOVEMBER 25, 2024
The National Association of REALTORS® (NAR) has published a brand-new report tracking interstate migration of homebuyers during the year. The “2024 Migration Report” marks the first time that NAR has conducted the survey. Drawing on data from the U.S. Census Bureau, the report tracks which of the four major U.S. regions (Northeast, South, Midwest and… The post NAR’s 2024 Migration Trends Report Sheds Light on Buyers’ Motivations to Move appeared first on RISMedia.
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BAM Media
NOVEMBER 25, 2024
BAM Key Details: The Department of Justice (DOJ) filed a Statement of Interest in the Sitzer/Burnett vs. NAR case, raising concerns about antitrust compliance. The DOJ also flagged issues with buyer agent agreements and warned that the settlement may not prevent ongoing antitrust violations or address harmful practices in the real estate industry. The DOJ urged the court to clarify that approving the settlement doesn’t grant immunity for future antitrust enforcement actions against NAR.
RIS Media
NOVEMBER 25, 2024
What questions are most commonly on the minds of agents? We explored three of the top questions agents ask AI tools like Siri or Alexa: What are closing costs? Closing costs are fees paid by buyers and sellers to finalize a real estate transaction, typically covering services and tasks for transferring ownership. These fees are… The post We Answered the 3 Most Frequently Asked Questions from Agents appeared first on RISMedia.
Bigger Pockets
NOVEMBER 25, 2024
Would you spend thirty hours finding a deal if it could make you over $100,000? Of course you would!
RIS Media
NOVEMBER 25, 2024
Red flags are a major negative not just for homebuyers, but for sellers as well. Therefore, it is incumbent on agents representing either party to become as aware as possible of whatever issues lie within a property for sale, and to determine what to do about them. Part 1 took a closer look at some… The post Seller Red Flags: Potential Problems for Which Owners Must Be on the Lookout – Part 2 appeared first on RISMedia.
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