Housing Wire

JULY 22, 2024

Mortgage rates have come down with recent positive inflation news. However, they are still higher than they were six months ago. I think rates are on the verge of going lower. Will consumers respond? I expect that mortgage rates under 6.75% and moving towards 6.5% will shake homebuyers into action, but we certainly can’t see it in the data yet. New pendings this week came in significantly below last year at this time.

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JULY 22, 2024

A letter to the state’s Realtor association also calls out consumer complaints about being “ensnared in contracts with brokers” they don’t want to work with.

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JULY 22, 2024

In a recent episode of “Ten Minute Talks,” HousingWire President Diego Sanchez and Alita Group President Stacy Mestayer discussed an alternative option to title insurance. Mestayer started her career in corporate law before founding the Alita Group, which began as a technology company and eventually created the attorney opinion letter (AOL) product that acts as an alternative to traditional title insurance.

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Real Estate News

JULY 22, 2024

Former eXp Chief Growth Officer Michael Valdes will spearhead the international expansion of LPT Realty, which he says is perfecting the model eXp pioneered.

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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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JULY 22, 2024

Dominic Iannitti, a veteran mortgage technology leader who founded DocMagic and served as its CEO, died July 18, according to a company announcement on Monday. Iannitti, 60, died due to complications from pneumonia. He founded DocMagic in 1987 alongside Pat Theodora, his chief financial officer, who will become the company’s new CEO. The company provides a number of e-mortgage services, including remote online notarizations (RONs). “The entire family at DocMagic is deeply saddened by

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Real Estate News

JULY 22, 2024

The profit-share program, which made headlines last year after the company proposed changes, hit a new milestone with the multibillion-dollar figure.

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JULY 22, 2024

There’s an interesting trend happening in the housing market.

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Housing Wire

JULY 22, 2024

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Inman

JULY 22, 2024

After four years at eXp Realty, Michael Valdes is moving to LPT Realty. After surpassing 10,000 agents in the U.S., the Florida-based brokerage is ready to expand internationally, executives told Inman.

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Housing Wire

JULY 22, 2024

VestaPlus , a software development firm known for its MLS solutions geared to real estate agents, has entered into a strategic partnership with California -based San Diego MLS. The partnership includes the licensing of VestaPlus’ Checkmate Listing Violation Detection software to SDMLS. According to an announcement, the software can automatically detect and remediate listing descriptions and photos that do not comply with the terms the National Association of Realtors ‘ nationwide commiss

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Inman

JULY 22, 2024

Even if the settlement brings down commissions overall, buyers grow warier the more they learn about what the policy means for them, according to the latest Inman-Dig Insights consumer poll.

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Housing Wire

JULY 22, 2024

The Federal Housing Administration (FHA) on Monday announced that its computer systems, including FHA Connection (FHAC) — which provides FHA-approved lenders and business partners with secure online access to computer systems at the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) — have been restored as of Monday morning following a global tech outage on Friday.

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Inman

JULY 22, 2024

The Inman Intel Index goes beyond sentiment and trends by tapping into the industry's most engaged community. Add your voice to real estate's most ambitious monthly survey today.

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Housing Wire

JULY 22, 2024

The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) on Monday announced a new $175 million notice of funding opportunity (NOFO) under its Continuum of Care (CoC) program, which will go toward the development of new rental housing units with “supportive services for people experiencing homelessness ,” the department explained. This particular funding opportunity is designed to impact communities with demographic and size variations by setting aside $65 million for CoCs that are “located in

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JULY 22, 2024

Lending industry leaders surveyed by Fannie Mae see the lack of housing supply as the biggest risk factor in 2024, but most expect refinancing to pick up next year if rates continue to fall.

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Housing Wire

JULY 22, 2024

Since starting his career in the real estate industry more than five decades ago, Dave Liniger , the co-founder of RE/MAX , has seen and experienced quite a bit of change and innovation. While the emergence of technology tools is not new to the industry, the latest wave of artificial intelligence (AI)-driven technology is unlike many others that have come before.

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Inman

JULY 22, 2024

Mergers and acquisitions are key for brokerage leaders. Whether you're a franchisee or an entrepreneur, be aware of industry shifts when considering this route.

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Housing Wire

JULY 22, 2024

Last April, Erik Morin made a return to the reverse mortgage valuation space by joining appraisal and valuation company Atlas VMS. Morin founded Landmark Network in 2007, a company that quickly became a key player on the valuation side of the reverse mortgage space before being acquired by Class Valuation in 2018. After leaving that company, he returned to the space in 2023.

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JULY 22, 2024

In what's shaping up to be transformational year for the company, Sagent has revamped its leadership and launched Dara platform to handle every phase of mortgage loan servicing.

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Housing Wire

JULY 22, 2024

Artificial Intelligence -powered real estate assistant platform Sidekick announced its newest strategic partnership on Monday. The company is teaming up with OneKey MLS to provide more than 45,000 MLS subscribers across the New York City metro area with access to Sidekick-integrated datasets and AI-powered workflows. “ We are thrilled to join forces with OneKey MLS to support the way their members leverage AI to conduct and grow their businesses,” Michael Martin, the co-founder and co-CEO

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Inman

JULY 22, 2024

Veteran KBW analyst Ryan Tomasello will be talking about the "watershed moment" that could lead to consolidation and innovation across the real estate industry at Inman Connect Las Vegas.

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Housing Wire

JULY 22, 2024

Zeb Lowe: In our initial conversation, you told me that a robust quality control program promotes community stability and supports first-time homebuyers in achieving their homeownership dreams. Can you connect those dots for me? Ed Gerding: Sure. Well established and effective quality control programs contribute to community stability by promoting responsible lending practices and ensuring the accuracy of the data obtained through the property appraisal process.

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JULY 22, 2024

Find out how NYC agent Andrea Saturno-Sanjana puts her unique skillset and global perspective to work in serving clients and connecting with colleagues.

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RIS Media

JULY 22, 2024

Negotiating offers on your home can be challenging yet rewarding. My guide will help you navigate this crucial phase, ensuring you get the best deal possible. I have put significant effort into explaining the following points in detail: Step-by-step negotiation tactics for homeowners How market conditions impact your negotiation strategy Effective methods for handling multiple… The post How to Negotiate Offers on Your Home: A Step-by-Step Guide appeared first on RISMedia.

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Inman

JULY 22, 2024

Sidekick has agreed to terms with OneKey MLS to be a partner for its more than 45,000 agents in the New York City MSA.

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RIS Media

JULY 22, 2024

When Robert Palmer, founder and CEO of LPT Holdings and LPT Realty, and Michael Valdes, then the chief growth officer of eXp Realty, first met in Tampa Bay at CoStar Group CEO Andy Florance’s Super Bowl suite networking party last February, they hoped to do what most do at such events—enjoy the action on the… The post Ex-eXp Exec Michael Valdes Named CEO of New LPT International Division appeared first on RISMedia.

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JULY 22, 2024

Daniel Schwartz, former chief executive of Burger King, stepped away from the fast-food giant in 2019. Now, he's stepping into a $17 million penthouse.

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RIS Media

JULY 22, 2024

A district court judge is allowing a lawsuit by a pocket listing company that was previously dismissed to go forward, after an appeals court in a separate case overturned the dismissal. The case titled Top Agent Network v. National Association of REALTORS et al, which is focused on “clear cooperation,” was originally filed back in… The post Judge Allows Pocket-Listing Lawsuit to Move Forward ‘Immediately’ appeared first on RISMedia.

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Inman

JULY 22, 2024

OpenAI boss Sam Altman sued embattled developer Troon Pacific over shoddy workmanship that allegedly included defects in a pool's waterproofing and a so-called "Batcave," according to reports.

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RIS Media

JULY 22, 2024

Howard Hanna Real Estate Services has announced the launch of its new Buy & Borrow Bundle program. This initiative is a move to underscore the Hanna family’s commitment to making homeownership achievable for individuals across the country. The company stated it designed the Buy & Borrow Bundle program to streamline the home-buying process, offering comprehensive… The post Howard Hanna Real Estate Services Introduces the Buy & Borrow Bundle appeared first on RISMedia.

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Speaker: Sarah Santa Ana, Real Estate Coach, Move4Free Realty

Networking is one of the crucial elements in every real estate organization's success. Both agents and real estate companies need to maintain robust networking links. This is why social media is essential for any real estate professional! Social media enables you to stay in touch with your present clients, maintain connections with your past clients, and engage potential customers and investors.

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