Housing Wire

MAY 9, 2024

After months of uncertainty, the real estate industry has a reason to celebrate, at least a little bit. Judge Stephen Bough has granted final approval to the commission lawsuit settlement agreements reached by Anywhere , RE/MAX and Keller Williams on Thursday. As part of their settlement agreements, Anywhere, RE/MAX and Keller Williams have agreed to pay $83.5 million , $55 million and $70 million , respectively.

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Keeping Current Matters

MAY 9, 2024

When you’re planning a move, it’s normal to wonder where you’ll end up and what your future home is going to look like.

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Housing Wire

MAY 9, 2024

Despite the necessary requirement for a homeowner to maintain insurance on their property for protection against human- and naturally-occurring disasters, the impacts of climate change are creating “natural” scenarios that are increasingly not covered by insurance. Such instances are accelerating in different parts of the country, leading insurers to drastically increase their prices, or, in some cases, pull out of areas they deem problematic.

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Real Estate News

MAY 9, 2024

Despite a last-minute motion to delay the hearing, the proceedings went on as scheduled, ending buyer agent commissions litigation for the three brokerages.

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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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Housing Wire

MAY 9, 2024

Portside Real Estate Group , led by Dava Davin, has acquired Lakepoint Real Estate , led by industry veteran Dan McCarron, the company announced on Wednesday. It is the second company that Portside has acquired. In 2018, the brokerage onboarded RE/MAX Heritage in Yarmouth, Maine , led by Mike Lepage. As a result, Davin’s brokerage boasts 165 agents all over Maine and on the seacoast of New Hampshire.

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Real Estate News

MAY 9, 2024

After five weeks of increases, rates pulled back slightly, but rising home prices and record-high mortgage payments continue to hamper affordability.

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Inman

MAY 9, 2024

The ruling by Judge Stephen R. Bough on Thursday resolves antitrust claims in the Sitzer | Burnett, Moehrl and Nosalek commission cases. However, it won't quash other existing suits from buyers.

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Housing Wire

MAY 9, 2024

Rocket Companies , the parent company of Rocket Mortgage , hired its first chief technology officer this week, bringing former Thomson Reuters and Intel executive Shawn Malhotra into the fold. The hire is Rocket’s latest move to bolster its already robust investment in artificial intelligence. Varun Krishna, Rocket Companies CEO, sat down with HousingWire CEO Clayton Collins at The Gathering event several weeks ago to talk about the company’s AI strategy and their new AI tool, Synopsis.

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Inman

MAY 9, 2024

Diversity is the way of the future, writes The Agency’s Mauricio Umansky. Here, he unpacks the advantages of intentionally building a diverse team for your clients, your agents and your business.

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Housing Wire

MAY 9, 2024

Guild Holdings Company , parent company of Guild Mortgage , recorded a 6% increase in mortgage originations and much higher revenue levels in the first quarter of 2024 than in 2023. Net income saw substantial improvements as the company continues to pursue an active acquisition strategy, according to an earnings report for Q1 released on Thursday. “I am pleased to report that our first-quarter results demonstrate the continued success and disciplined execution of our strategy with growth in orig

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Inman

MAY 9, 2024

The trade group had earlier signaled plans to raise dues in 2025, but during a board of directors meeting Thursday at the Realtors Legislative Meetings voted 894-20 to keep them at $156.

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Housing Wire

MAY 9, 2024

UWM Holdings Corp. , the parent of United Wholesale Mortgage (UWM), returned to profitability in the first quarter of 2024 despite higher rates, a lack of inventory and a decline in the fair value of its mortgage servicing rights (MSRs). The quarter’s positive performance was supported by increased origination volumes at improved margins and servicing sales, which resulted in a non-GAAP net income of $141 million from January to March, compared to a $361 million loss in the previous quarte

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Inman

MAY 9, 2024

Want your agents to look forward to meetings? Broker Joseph Santini shares five tips for making your office meetings must-attend events (and five things to avoid at all costs).

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RIS Media

MAY 9, 2024

Buying a property together is a significant step for unmarried couples. This decision involves unique legal considerations and requires careful planning. I will provide critical property laws for unmarried couples, including title considerations, mortgage qualifications and protective measures for individual investments. As someone who has been selling real estate for a very long time, it… The post Legal Considerations for Unmarried Couples Buying Property appeared first on RISMedia.

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Inman

MAY 9, 2024

An LGBTQ+ Real Estate Alliance survey has revealed the challenges of retirement for LGBTQ homeowners, who worry about safety and acceptance more than their straight counterparts.

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Calculated Risk Real Estate

MAY 9, 2024

Length of Time from Start to Completion Census released the annual data on the length of time from start to completion , and this showed ongoing construction delays in 2023. In 2023, it took a record 8.6 months from start to completion for single family homes , up from an already elevated 8.3 months in 2022. For 2+ unit buildings, it took a record 17.1 months for buildings with 2 or more units in 2023, unchanged from 17.1 months in 2022.

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Inman

MAY 9, 2024

Q1 net earnings of $180.5 million were boosted by the sale of $70 billion in mortgage servicing rights (MSRs) and a $141 million markup in the value of the $230 billion in MSRs UWM retained.

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RIS Media

MAY 9, 2024

Clockwise from top left: Howard Hanna agents Kim Crane, Jason Sekody, Kelly Huff and Ryan Shedlock Editor’s Note: The Buyer-Agent Playbook is a new iteration of RISMedia’s biweekly Playbook segment, specifically centering on buyer agency and how agents are navigating the changes and trends in a post-NAR-settlement environment. The series will provide brokers and agents… The post The Buyer Agent Playbook: Ready, Willing and Able appeared first on RISMedia.

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Inman

MAY 9, 2024

CEO Marco Fregenal says the flat-fee brokerage is making progress toward achieving 2024 goals despite seasonality and broader industry challenges driving a $5.9 million Q1 net loss.

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RIS Media

MAY 9, 2024

Judge Stephen R. Bough gave his final approval today to settlement agreements struck by big brokerages in class-action commission lawsuits, granting broad immunity from claims by sellers that these companies conspired on rules that inflated real estate compensation at the expense of consumers. The ruling does not include a settlement struck by the National Association… The post Judge Approves Seller Settlements, With Limited Buyer Protections appeared first on RISMedia.

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Inman

MAY 9, 2024

The share of seriously underwater mortgages moved up slightly from 2.6 percent to 2.7 percent in the first quarter, according to a report from Attom released Thursday.

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Zillow Market Reports

MAY 9, 2024

U.S. rents continued to tick up in April. Rents grew 0.6% month over month, slightly slower than the pre-pandemic average for this time of year of 0.7%. The typical U.S. rent is now only a whisker away from $2,000, at $1,997, according to the Zillow Observed Rent Index. To comfortably afford a rental at that price — meaning spending no more than 30% of their income — a renter would need to make nearly $80,000 a year ($79,889).

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Inman

MAY 9, 2024

A solid Q1 earnings report has Redfin CEO Glenn Kelman feeling confident. However, persistent market headwinds are keeping the CEO from being too bullish.

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RIS Media

MAY 9, 2024

Lori McCarthy, managing broker of the recently Compass-acquired Latter & Blum in Lafayette, Louisiana, has made recruitment and community involvement priorities in her business. She serves on her local REALTOR® association board and is a member of the Young Professional Network, which provides guidance to rookie REALTORS®. RISMedia touched base with McCarthy for the latest… The post Newsmaker Spotlight: Lori McCarthy on Being a Mentor and Preparing for a New Way to Do Business appeared

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Inman

MAY 9, 2024

Q1 2024's real estate earnings are in. CoStar and Rocket Mortgage excelled, while RE/MAX and Opendoor face challenges. We've compiled the key highlights in one place. Here's what you might have missed.

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Bigger Pockets

MAY 9, 2024

Think it’s too late for early retirement? Do you feel like just because you’re in your late thirties, forties, or fifties, FIRE doesn’t make sense for you?

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MAY 9, 2024

The 4,000-member strong LGBTQ+ Real Estate Alliance has published its fourth annual LGBTQ+ Real Estate Report. The report details how, as the Baby Boomer generation reaches retirement age, 70% of aging Alliance members believe LGBTQ+ face harder challenges in finding post-retirement homes. Highlights: A plurality (35.3%) of aging Alliance members (aged 65+) expect to retire… The post The LGBTQ+ Real Estate Alliance Publishes Fourth Annual Report appeared first on RISMedia.

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BAM Media

MAY 9, 2024

Real estate transactions can be complex, especially when traditional financing isn’t the best option. This is where creative financing strategies like seller financing and subject to come into play. But what exactly are these options, and how can you, as a real estate agent, leverage them to help your clients and close more deals? Understanding the Key Differences The primary distinction between seller financing and subject to lies in the buyer’s monthly payment: Subject To: The buyer assumes t

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Brownstoner

MAY 9, 2024

This Boerum Hill loft for rent is in the former Ex-Lax factory and has a light and bright feel with high ceilings and white walls throughout. It also comes with parking. At 423 Atlantic Avenue, the building is part of a complex converted to co-ops in the late 1970s, luring… Read More > The post No-Fee Loft With Parking in Boerum Hill’s Ex-Lax Building Asks $6K a Month appeared first on Brownstoner.

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BAM Media

MAY 9, 2024

BAM Key Details: Research from Zillow and StreetEasy show New York rents increased seven times faster than wages in 2023, putting an extra squeeze on renters’ budgets as housing affordability worsens. Three of the five markets where rents have outpaced wage growth most dramatically since the pandemic are in Florida. Rents declined in three markets and were outpaced by wage growth in 20 other metros.

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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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