Housing Wire
SEPTEMBER 17, 2024
Federal Reserve policymakers are expected to lower the benchmark interest rate on Wednesday for the first time in more than four years. But it appears to be anyone’s guess as to how large the cut will be. Interest rate traders were giving shorter odds on Tuesday afternoon to a cut of 50 basis points (bps), which would trim the Fed’s target range to 4.75% to 5%.
Real Estate News
SEPTEMBER 17, 2024
While a rate cut — which could further drive down mortgage rates — would help homebuyers, there are other headwinds at play in the final months of 2024.
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Housing Wire
SEPTEMBER 17, 2024
Anthony Casa, President & CEO of UMortgage , isn’t mincing words when it comes to the lending practices that often victimize our veterans. “Our veterans deserve better. Unfortunately, it’s far too common for lenders to prioritize their own profits over the financial well-being of those who have served our country,” Casa shares. “These lenders take advantage of the profit margins on VA loans to charge veterans inflated fees and higher interest rates.
Keeping Current Matters
SEPTEMBER 17, 2024
Mortgage rates have hit their lowest point in over a year and a half.
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Housing Wire
SEPTEMBER 17, 2024
For agents in New Hampshire , this week marks two months since PrimeMLS , the state’s multiple listing service , implemented the business practice changes outlined in the National Association of Realtors’ nationwide commission lawsuit settlement agreement. In these two months, one overwhelming trend has emerged — everyone is handling the changes a bit differently.
Real Estate News
SEPTEMBER 17, 2024
Mauricio Umansky pledges a court fight against NAR, while Compass and Redfin CEOs take opposite sides on the policy.
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Inman
SEPTEMBER 17, 2024
Mortgage rates have dropped to their lowest levels since 2023 in 22 of the 50 largest U.S. metros — even as rent prices continue to rise, according to a new analysis from Zillow released on Monday.
Housing Wire
SEPTEMBER 17, 2024
Home equity solutions provider Unison launched a new product on Tuesday that combines the features of traditional mortgage financing and emerging home equity investment (HEI) options. The San Francisco -based Unison calls its new offering the Equity Sharing Home Loan. The company explained that the product operates as a ”hybrid between debt and equity.
Inman
SEPTEMBER 17, 2024
Law professor estimates the plaintiffs' law firms are asking for only 3 percent of the total value of the deals when 'historic' business practice changes are taken into account.
Housing Wire
SEPTEMBER 17, 2024
To get a sense for what the mood is among real estate agents right now, look no further than Portland , Oregon. Like the vast majority of the country, the city’s housing market has been stymied by high mortgage rates, low inventory and mismatched expectations between buyers and sellers. But now that the new rules related to the National Association of Realtors ‘ (NAR) settlement have taken effect, there’s added confusion, anxiety and uncertainty, leaving agents to wrestle with tensions at
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Inman
SEPTEMBER 17, 2024
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Housing Wire
SEPTEMBER 17, 2024
The spread on mortgage-backed securities (MBS) trouble many industry professionals, and at a recent roundtable discussion, it spurred an interesting discussion on the degree of risk being absorbed by Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac. At policy panels held by the Community Home Lenders of America (CHLA) on Monday in Washington, D.C., former Federal Housing Financing Agency (FHFA) director Mark Calabria made the argument that a larger credit box has caused the government-sponsored enterprises (GSEs) to
Inman
SEPTEMBER 17, 2024
Lenders have gotten into the habit of helping some homebuyers avoid jumbo loans by raising their limits before an official announcement by Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac's federal regulator.
Housing Wire
SEPTEMBER 17, 2024
Curbio, a home renovation startup that specializes in pre-sale work, has agreed to settle fraud allegations made by the Office of the Attorney General for the District of Columbia. As part of the settlement, Curbio agreed to pay $7.5 million. The company denied wrongdoing and said in a statement that it agreed to the settlement because “the time and money we would spend over the next two years to clear our good name would be better spent doing what we do best.
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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
SEPTEMBER 17, 2024
The new commission rules are confusing. Compliance expert Summer Goralik unpacks whether it’s possible to confirm if a seller is willing to compensate buyer’s agents.
Housing Wire
SEPTEMBER 17, 2024
Global investment firm Carlyle has agreed to purchase up to $300 million of equity sharing home loans from home equity solutions provider Unison. Carlyle also made a strategic investment into the San Francisco-based Unison, enabling it to launch its Equity Sharing Home Loan product. “We are excited to partner with Unison to provide an attractive solution for homeowners to access their appreciating home equity,” Akhil Bansal, Carlyle’s head of credit strategic solutions, said in a st
Inman
SEPTEMBER 17, 2024
After 12 years on the market, Jordan’s Highland Park mansion is finally in contingency following price cuts totaling nearly $15 million. In the end, the final list price clocked in at $14.855 million.
Housing Wire
SEPTEMBER 17, 2024
Higher mortgage rates and related affordability challenges are putting the squeeze on homeowners who have fallen behind on their mortgage payments, but foreclosure activity took a step back in August. According to the monthly foreclosure report from Attom , foreclosure filings fell 5.3% compared to July and completed foreclosures dropped by 12%. A total of 30,227 homes faced foreclosure filings, a far cry from the 300,000 per month seen during the 2008 financial crisis.
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Inman
SEPTEMBER 17, 2024
The Agency CEO and founder said he plans to revive a lawsuit against NAR over a pocket listing network. The threat came days after NAR officials convened to reevaluate Clear Cooperation.
Housing Wire
SEPTEMBER 17, 2024
Industry-leading reverse mortgage lender Finance of America (FOA) on Tuesday announced updates and new details for a previously announced exchange offer , which would swap current investor bonds due in 2025 with new bonds due one to four years later. The current unsecured notes, due in 2025 with an interest rate of 7.875%, could be swapped for one of two new bond options — those with the same interest rate due in 2026 (with a company option to extend into 2027), or new bonds with a 10% interest
Inman
SEPTEMBER 17, 2024
Whether it’s buyers trying to nickel and dime your sellers or sellers asking for a piece of your commission, trainer Bernice Ross writes, the key is to put your foot down and say no.
Housing Wire
SEPTEMBER 17, 2024
The role of the buyer’s agent has been turned on its head and Lone Wolf Technologies wants to help. The real estate software company is launching a “Buyer’s Agent Club” that is designed to assist agents in navigating an uncertain time in the industry through resources, tools and training. “For decades, Lone Wolf has been a pillar in real estate technology, and for good reason,” Lone Wolf CEO Jimmy Kelly said in a statement. “We’ve always made it a priority to innova
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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.
Inman
SEPTEMBER 17, 2024
A new solution to help brokers administer financial benefits to agents is now available from Tongo, a company that “builds financial products that cater to the needs of the commission economy.
Housing Wire
SEPTEMBER 17, 2024
Global investment firm Atlas Merchant Capital and Florida-based lender A&D Mortgage have announced a joint venture (JV) to expand A&D’s $7 billion mortgage securitization platform. The JV, which will draw from a combination of internal and third-party capital sources, will purchase mortgages originated and serviced by A&D and other lenders.
Inman
SEPTEMBER 17, 2024
Announced Friday, the merger will unite RE/MAX Key Properties and West + Main Homes Oregon. The new company will tout the RE/MAX name and resume operations with nearly 90 agents.
RIS Media
SEPTEMBER 17, 2024
Fathom Realty is the latest brokerage to strike a settlement in the seller-filed commission lawsuits, agreeing to pay $2.95 million over the next two years, according to an SEC filing as the company seeks to ensure “our agents continue to have the opportunity to excel in their service to clients.” “Fathom Realty was founded on… The post Fathom Settles Commission Suits, Will Pay $2.95M Over Two Years appeared first on RISMedia.
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Inman
SEPTEMBER 17, 2024
Despite its problems, brokerage CEO Sean Frank writes, NAR membership is still the logical option for real estate professionals.
RIS Media
SEPTEMBER 17, 2024
Home prices have continued to slow their annual appreciation, however their monthly appreciation appears to have come to a halt, according to the latest data from CoreLogic. CoreLogic’s latest Home Price Index found that July’s home price data was the 150th consecutive month of annual growth, however the rate continues to cool as it has… The post Home Price Growth Sees No Monthly Change for the First Time in a Decade appeared first on RISMedia.
Inman
SEPTEMBER 17, 2024
After buying a Tribeca penthouse for $9 million cash in 1999, the pop star has borrowed millions in loans on the pad's equity in order to fund her lavish lifestyle.
RIS Media
SEPTEMBER 17, 2024
In 2024 and beyond, data is the new oil. In the ever-evolving real estate market, brokers need access to seamless data integration to stay competitive. REsides, Inc., an independent property network, is here to provide brokers with the modern tools and data security they need to thrive. Data transparency It is important that brokerage data… The post Data: The Fuel for Success appeared first on RISMedia.
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