Housing Wire
MAY 14, 2025
Mortgage applications increased 1.1% from one week earlier, according to data from the Mortgage Bankers Associations (MBA) Weekly Mortgage Applications Survey for the week ending May 9, 2025. On an unadjusted basis, the index increased 1% compared with the previous week. The seasonally adjusted purchase index was a bright spot this week, increasing 2% from one week earlier.
Real Estate News
MAY 14, 2025
A survey by the Zillow subsidiary found that most sellers support broad listing access, and those who listed off the MLS were more likely to regret their sale.
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Housing Wire
MAY 14, 2025
On Wednesday, United Wholesale Mortgage (UWM) launched a new suite of six artificial intelligence -powered tools built specifically for independent mortgage brokers. The tools, announced ahead of the company’s fourth annual UWM LIVE! event, are designed to simplify mortgage broker workflows, enhance client relationships and allow them to scale their businesses faster.
Real Estate News
MAY 14, 2025
Chris Kelly said a recent New York Times podcast painted an inaccurate picture of agents, and he believes consumers are much more concerned about closing deals.
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Housing Wire
MAY 14, 2025
In the ongoing debate over NAR’s Clear Cooperation Policy , one question looms large: who really benefits when a single agent or brokerage represents both sides of a real estate transaction? Many private listings ended up being double-ended deals. Proponents of exclusive listings argue that consumers gain a streamlined process and increased privacy.
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Housing Wire
MAY 14, 2025
As multiple listing services (MLS) across the country grapple with a variety of challenges, the industrys trade group, the Council of MLSs (CMLS) is looking to a new chief operating officer to help it navigate choppy waters. On Wednesday, CMLS announced the appointment of Rene Galicia as its new COO. Galicia will start next Monday, May 19. He has been a board member at CMLS since the start of the year.
Real Estate News
MAY 14, 2025
The MLS trade association has appointed Rene Galicia as chief operating officer to oversee key strategic initiatives; Brights partnership with CVR goes live.
Housing Wire
MAY 14, 2025
Central Virginia Regional Multiple Listing Service (CVR MLS) and Bright MLS have finalized a data sharing agreement that integrates real estate listings across a multistate region, the organizations announced Wednesday. The collaboration allows agents and brokers from both MLSs to access current and historical property data across central Virginia and six other states improving cross-market visibility and streamlining services for clients.
Inman
MAY 14, 2025
Great conversations, writes coach Annette DeCicco, start by providing sellers information and choices so that they can confidently make decisions. Study up. Practice your lines. Every expert does.
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Housing Wire
MAY 14, 2025
After the $418 million Realtor commission lawsuit settlement terms were inked about a year ago, executives at Final Offer worked feverishly to tweak a product that promised transparency and flexibility for sellers, buyers and their agents. They fully expected the National Association of Realtors’ business practice changes to alter the way that sellers and buyers transacted.
Inman
MAY 14, 2025
From lead nurturing to mileage tracking, broker Holly Brink helps you lighten your admin load and reclaim your time by handing rote tasks off to tech.
Housing Wire
MAY 14, 2025
While on its face it represents positive momentum for health in the U.S., rising life expectancy also comes with a key financial concern longevity risk, or the potential for someone to outlive their retirement savings. This is a key challenge that many prospective retirees may not be ready for. This is according to research published this month and conducted jointly by the Nationwide Retirement Institute and the American College of Financial Services.
Inman
MAY 14, 2025
The turnkey penthouses would be ideal for second-home buyers, developer Andrew McCarthy said. They will be completed in late summer 2025 and are asking $2.95 million and $3.25 million, respectively.
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Housing Wire
MAY 14, 2025
One of the nations leading reverse mortgage lenders, Finance of America (FOA), posted strong first-quarter 2025 earnings results. The company beat its estimates for funded loan volume, posted a profit and maintains a bullish outlook for the quarter ahead. Drilling down deeper into the marketing and product landscape for the company, FOA President Kristen Sieffert called the first quarter a pivotal moment as the company implements its operational and brand strategy.
Inman
MAY 14, 2025
A word of gratitude? A special gift? An agent-centered event? What's the best way to make you feel appreciated as a real estate agent?
Housing Wire
MAY 14, 2025
Ohio-based Union Home Mortgage (UHM) on Wednesday announced a partnership with ARIVE , a lending software platform built specifically for independent mortgage professionals. With ARIVE, UHM brokers will be able to originate from anywhere, issue preapprovals, manage leads, access products and pricing, and more. The partnership will also connect UHM to a network of users and loan officers who source mortgage offers from multiple wholesale lenders. “We are so excited to be part of the ARIVE p
Lab Coat Agents
MAY 14, 2025
Only 21% of Agents Would Recommend This Career Theres a stat from Redfins 2025 Industry Survey that hit me hard: Only 21% of real estate agents say theyd recommend this career to someone else. Thats less than 1 in 4. In an industry thats been marketed for years as the ultimate path to freedom and financial potential, this should be a wake-up call for all of us.
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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.
Housing Wire
MAY 14, 2025
Title technology provider Settlor has integrated CertifID s wire fraud prevention tools into its cloud-based title production software, the companies announced Wednesday. The move is intended to streamline security measures for real estate transactions by allowing users to access CertifID services directly within the Settlor platform. The integration allows Settlor users to verify wire instructions, protect payoffs and insure verified wires without switching to a separate application.
Inman
MAY 14, 2025
With current listings well below average market numbers, some agents will say almost anything to land a listing. Team leader Carl Medford lists the top eight things listing agents might say or do to score a deal.
Housing Wire
MAY 14, 2025
Is scrolling homes on Zillow a favorite pastime of yours? Do you subscribe to every real estate-related email newsletter? Do you watch every HGTV show? Is your ideal weekend spent going to open houses (even if you have no intention of buying)? Do you play (and win) the how much do you think this house costs game? If the answer to these questions is Yes!
RIS Media
MAY 14, 2025
Continued steady mortgage rates this past week resulted in a slight increase in mortgage application volume as the spring market is now fully underway. According to the latest Weekly Mortgage Applications Survey from the Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA) for the week ending May 9, the Market Composite Index (a measure of mortgage loan application volume)… The post Mortgage Applications Increase as Rates Continue Holding Steady appeared first on RISMedia.
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Now more than ever, brokers need to provide agents with the right tools, strategies, and training to effectively demonstrate their expertise, negotiate successfully, and foster strong client relationships. So – what should brokers do to ensure this? Invest in the right technology, continuous education, and innovative marketing strategies that empower agents to stand out in a crowded marketplace.
Housing Wire
MAY 14, 2025
Second Century Ventures , the investment arm of the National Association of Realtors (NAR) has announced the eight startups selected for its 2025 REACH technology accelerator program. The annual initiative which aims to advance innovation in the real estate sector focuses on scaling companies that provide digital solutions for the residential and commercial real estate markets.
Bigger Pockets
MAY 14, 2025
What is the most likely reason a doctor is sued for malpractice (other than screwing up a procedure, of course)?
Housing Wire
MAY 14, 2025
As the debate over tax reform continues to play out in Congress , housing organizations are lauding the housing provisions in the House of Representatives ‘ Ways and Means Committees current tax proposal. The National Housing Conference (NHC) praised the housing provisions included in the current draft of the bill through a statement from David Dworkin , its president and CEO.
Inman
MAY 14, 2025
If youre a real estate pro who leads with heart, hustle and actual human connection, Stacey Soleil shares the things you should handle yourself.
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Housing Wire
MAY 14, 2025
The path to leadership is rarely linear its shaped by decisions made in uncertainty, and challenges faced head-on. As part of HousingWires Women of Influence spotlight series to promote the award’s 2025 nomination period , we asked past honorees to look back on the key moments that most influenced their leadership journey. Their reflections span deeply personal experiences like navigating maternity leave to bold career leaps, mindset shifts, and redefining how they listen and lead in ti
Apartment Guide
MAY 14, 2025
As the last sprigs of spring bid their farewells, its the perfect time to start planning your next get-together. What better way to kick off the new season than hosting a summer party in your apartment? From cleaning and party prep to keeping your neighbors in mind, weve compiled a list of expert tips to help you and your friends splash into summer in style.
Housing Wire
MAY 14, 2025
The two remaining home seller commission lawsuit defendants are facing another setback. Judge Stephen R. Bough ruled Monday that Berkshire Hathaway Energy (BHE), the parent company of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices , and Crye-Leike will not be allowed to transfer the Gibson suit to their respective home states of Iowa and Tennessee. The Court holds that severing this case into multiple duplicative cases does not serve the interest of justice [or] judicial economy, Bough wrote.
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