Housing Wire

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

Vetted by HousingWire | Our editors independently review the products we recommend. When you buy through our links, we may earn a commission. While new social media platforms seem to pop up all the time, Facebook remains a tried-and-true platform for real estate agents to grow their business in a variety of ways. Joining and engaging with groups of fellow Realtors on Facebook should be a key tool in every agent’s toolbox.

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NOVEMBER 14, 2024

The antitrust lawsuit filed by broker John Diaz in U.S. District Court in Los Angeles claims the membership agreement creates "an anti-competitive monopoly over MLS services.

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Housing Wire

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

With the election behind us, the industry is refocused on building momentum and driving growth in 2025. Next year, real estate brokers and team leaders can adapt, innovate and truly thrive in the new market. With these unique strategies, brokers can achieve sustainable success while staying ahead in a competitive market. Here’s four strategies for leaders looking to maximize growth and position their brokerages and teams for success. 1.

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Real Estate News

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

With the election over and rates appearing to stabilize, more would-be buyers were looking at homes this past week.

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Housing Wire

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

Real estate marketing startup Realoq is launching a new data solution for brokers and agents. The new “360-degree product experience” will help brokerages and real estate professionals access data, manage listings and ensure accuracy. Rexdat — a technology firm offering a subscription-based, cloud-powered, software-as-a-service (SaaS) platform—powers the new tool.

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Housing Wire

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

With several top 10 reverse mortgage lenders now active in some form within the U.S. stock market, companies like Finance of America (FOA) and Ellington Financial — the parent of reverse lender Longbridge Financial — have recently released their third-quarter 2024 earnings results. In the case of FOA — the current industry leader — the earnings results were robust.

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Real Estate News

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

President Susan Daimler is departing after 12 years at the company, while SVP Jun Choo moves into the C-suite.

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Housing Wire

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

One of the greatest gifts you can give to your organization—and to the people within it—is the opportunity to grow into leadership. In the mortgage industry, where change is constant and challenges can be relentless, strong leadership isn’t just a competitive advantage; it’s the foundation that keeps teams grounded and resilient. Imagine a culture where every person is not just executing tasks but stepping up as a leader.

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Keeping Current Matters

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

When you’re ready to move, figuring out what to do with your house is a big decision.

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Housing Wire

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

In the newest episode of the RealTrending podcast , host Tracey Velt chats with Stephanie Anton, president of Corcoran Affiliates , the worldwide affiliate network for The Corcoran Group. In this conversation, Anton teaches listeners how to find their value proposition and leverage these skills into servant leadership. This interview has been edited for length and clarity.

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Real Estate News

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

If home price growth continues at the current pace, “America will be completely divided,” said Chief Economist Lawrence Yun. The solution? “More supply.

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NOVEMBER 14, 2024

After two years of growth and expansion, real estate technology provider and software company Inside Real Estate is beefing up its executive team. On Tuesday, the firm announced the creation of two new leadership roles, which the company said will help to further enhance its tech offerings. The two new roles are chief product officer and chief revenue officer, which will be filled by Julia Laurin and Josh Johnsen, respectively.

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The Close

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

If you’re looking for how to become a real estate agent in West Virginia, you’ve come to the right place! I’m about to dig into the steps you need to get your license, plus the top WV real estate school that will help you complete the process as easily as possible. Researching the process before diving in is important, but West Virginia is a great state to start a real estate career.

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Housing Wire

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

Fast-growing brokerage SERHANT. continues to enter new markets. Led by Ryan Serhant, the company announced the addition of the Atlas Group in Atlanta , growing its presence in Georgia as it already has agents in Savannah. Atlas Group is coming over from Compass. According to 2023 production data from RealTrends Verified , Atlas ranked No. 3 in transactions in Atlanta with 132 and No. 5 in sales volume at $62.6 million.

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RIS Media

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

In today’s fast-paced real estate market, harnessing the value of superior data quality is imperative for the success of MLSs, brokerages and agents. Accuracy is key, and often maintaining the integrity and reliability of your data can be overwhelming. This is where compliance solution tools can provide an invaluable service. By streamlining violation management and… The post Unlocking the Value of Compliance Solutions in Property Data Management appeared first on RISMedia.

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Housing Wire

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

The state of South Carolina is experiencing an influx of retired baby boomers , which could test the capacity of its infrastructure in areas such as health care and transportation services, as well as resources for dealing with isolation and the job market, according to reporting by Charleston-based newspaper The Post and Courier. In the realm of housing, the term “ silver tsunami ” often refers to the idea that older homeowners will aim to downsize and sell their homes, theoretically flooding t

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RIS Media

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

Century 21 Real Estate LLC has announced the expansion of its international presence with the recent signings of three new Master Franchise Agreements in Greece, India and the United Arab Emirates (UAE), tapping into the growing markets in each of these countries. The brand stated it welcomes Antonios Kallas and his two sons, Yannis and… The post Century 21 Expands into Greece, India and The United Arab Emirates appeared first on RISMedia.

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Housing Wire

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

CrossCountry Mortgage , a top-10 U.S. mortgage lender, has hired a team of former Pennymac Financial Services executives to lead its capital markets and investment-related activities. On Wednesday, CCM announced Vandad Fartaj as the chief investment officer, William Chang as chief capital markets officer, and Tom Rettinger as chief portfolio risk officer.

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Toronto Realty Blog

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

TorontoRealtyBlog Progress! Theoretically, it’s present in every industry, in every business, and in the lives of every worker-bee in their pursuit of professional glory. But in reality, there are many times when we feel “stuck in the mud,” and real estate is no exception. Through eighteen years and several thousand blog posts, I have lamented all that is wrong or required a little tinkering, in our industry.

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Housing Wire

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

New Orleans -based United Real Estate Partners is continuing to expand. On Thursday, the firm announced a merger with Real Estate Resource Group. According to the announcement, the merger will further strengthen United’s foothold in the Greater New Orleans area. Earlier this year, the firm announced another merger with Team Geaux Realty. “The accelerating growth now happening in the Greater New Orleans market is gratifying and will continue in the months ahead.

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Real Estate News

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

An analysis of more than 17,000 transactions initiated within 60 days of Aug. 17 showed only minor shifts in percentages, though transactions were down overall.

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Housing Wire

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

HousingWire Editor in Chief Sarah Wheeler sat down with Adam Carmel , founder and CEO of Polly , to talk about his thought process for solving customer problems and why cutting costs for mortgage lenders is paramount. This interview has been edited for length and clarity. Sarah Wheeler: What differentiates Polly’s technology? Adam Carmel: The technology is only as good as the people building it, and their propensity to really push the envelope and think through all of the pain points that have e

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Real Estate News

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

Judge Stephen Bough said discovery could continue into whether deals reached by eXp and Weichert with the Hooper plaintiffs constituted a "reverse auction.

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RIS Media

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

Above, from left: Riezl Baker, Jennifer Hoff, Scott Durkin, Louise Phillips Forbes and Kate Reisinger. Photo by AJ Canaria. When it comes to finding success in the luxury real estate arena, understanding the nuances of the market(s) you’re working in is critical. And while luxury markets differ from one area to the next, setting yourself… The post The Changing Dynamics of Luxury Real Estate appeared first on RISMedia.

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Brownstoner

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

While this apartment isn't in one of the grand homes for which Prospect Park South is known, it does offer a renovated interior that includes an open-plan kitchen while retaining a few 1930s details. There are wood floors, arched doorways, and a foyer with niches. It is on the first… Read More > The post Prospect Park South Rental With Arches, Dishwasher Asks $2,800 a Month appeared first on Brownstoner.

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