Tue.May 28, 2024

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Unsold inventory is rising across the country

Housing Wire

It’s the end of May and unsold inventory on the market is increasing across the U.S. Every state in the country has more homes on the market now than a year ago and, in many places, new construction is being completed and added to inventory, so it’s not just resale inventory that’s growing. There are more homes on the market now than anytime since August 2020.

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How Do Climate Risks Affect Your Next Home?

Keeping Current Matters

Climate change is impacting where people buy homes.

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Biggest home price gains are in the Northeast

Housing Wire

Home prices in the United States continued their upward trajectory in March, with the S&P CoreLogic Case-Shiller U.S. National Home Price Index recording a 6.5% annual gain, matching February’s growth, according to the latest report. Meanwhile, the U.S. National Index posted a month-over-month increase of 0.3%, while the 20-City and the 10-City Composite both reported month-over-month increases of 0.3% and 0.5%, after seasonal adjustment.

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Home prices continue to reach new highs

Real Estate News

The latest Case-Shiller index reported another record high, with U.S. home prices increasing 6.5% year-over-year in March.

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The 2025 Real Estate Roadmap to Success

Don’t just react to changes, plan for them, so you can approach the new year with confidence, direction, and a competitive edge for your business. Having a well-defined business plan helps you chart a clear course, navigate challenges, and set a foundation for growth. This workbook gives you the key steps to outline what matters and will ensure you’re moving ahead.

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Mortgage rates trend down as the labor market loosens

Housing Wire

Mortgage rates kept sliding toward 7% as HousingWire ’s Mortgage Rates Center showed the average 30-year fixed rate for conforming loans at 7.25% on Tuesday, below the rate of 7.34% one week ago. At the same time one year ago, the average 30-year conforming rate was 6.8%. Meanwhile, the 15-year conforming fixed rate averaged 6.77% on Tuesday, up from 6.71% one week earlier.

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Glenn Sanford and eXp dismissed from misconduct case

Real Estate News

Recruiter Brent Gove has also been dismissed from the lawsuit involving allegations of sexual assault, while Michael Bjorkman’s motion to dismiss was denied.

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Northwest MLS will not join NAR settlement

Real Estate News

The organization is the first non-NAR MLS to announce its intentions, and it says keeping the compensation field provides more transparency for consumers.

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Celebrating 15 years of Women of Influence: Insights from 2023 honorees

Housing Wire

The HousingWire award spotlight series highlights the individuals and organizations that have been recognized through our Editors’ Choice Awards. Nominations for HousingWire’s 2024 Women of Influence award are open now through May 31st, 2024. Click here to nominate someone. For the past 15 years, the HousingWire Women of Influence award has celebrated the exceptional contributions of women leaders in the housing industry.

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What is steering? 3 scenarios to consider

Real Estate News

Agents will be navigating new territory in August, and they'll need to avoid any hint of steering. CRMLS general counsel Ed Zorn offers some tips.

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FDIC settles with Arkansas bank over alleged violations, including for reverse mortgages

Housing Wire

The Federal Deposit Insurance Corp. (FDIC) this month announced a settlement with Arkansas-based Bank of England over alleged violations of the Federal Trade Commission Act, the Real Estate Settlement Procedures Act (RESPA), the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA) and the Home Mortgage Disclosure Act (HMDA). The bank has been issued an order to pay a civil penalty of $1.5 million, and the FDIC has also issued similar enforcement actions to nine former employees of the bank. “ Veterans and their fam

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Avoiding Lease Accounting Pitfalls in 2025: Lessons Learned from Spreadsheet Errors

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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Chad Carroll transformed golf training into real estate success

Inman

Compass Florida's No. 1 agent got into real estate at one of the worst times, right after the 2008 recession. But early sports training cultivated in him a dedicated work ethic that has allowed him to soar to great heights in his career.

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Tampa-area Realtor associations are merging

Housing Wire

Two major Realtor associations announced a merger last week that would make the unified group the third largest in Florida and the sixth largest in the U.S. The news was first reported by Real Estate News and Inman. The Pinellas Realtor Organization/Central Pasco Realtor Organization (PRO-CPRO) is joining forces with the Greater Tampa Realtors (GTR) to form the Tampa Bay Realtors.

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Is NAR a positive force? 7 out of 10 real estate agents want to know

Inman

These increasingly uncertain attitudes among agents in March were a departure from brokers, who were more likely to tell Intel that they still view the National Association of Realtors positively.

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Liberty Reverse parent receives shareholder approval for rebranding

Housing Wire

Ocwen Financial Corp , the parent company of PHH Mortgage Corp. and its reverse mortgage subsidiary Liberty Reverse Mortgage , announced on Tuesday that its shareholders have approved the company’s planned rebranding initiative to Onity Group. The initial phase of the rebranding will first go into effect for the parent company on June 10 and will roll out to other subsidiaries — including Liberty — by this fall.

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Driving Profit: 4 Pillars for Growing Your Real Estate Brokerage

In the rapidly changing real estate landscape, achieving profitability requires a strategic approach beyond traditional methods. Our guide, "The 4 Pillars to Brokerage Profitability," outlines four essential pillars for scaling your real estate business: a seamless lead-to-close technology ecosystem, tailored integrated solutions for teams and agents, value-added success services and community support, and consumer-centric operations throughout the full homeownership lifecycle.

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How to embrace multifamily housing as a long-term investment

Inman

Despite short-term challenges in the space, multifamily real estate investment expert Michael Zaransky is still bullish on the long-term potential of the sector.

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Fathom Holdings names industry veteran Jon Gwin as COO

Housing Wire

Fathom Holdings , the parent company of cloud-based real estate brokerage Fathom Realty , appointed Jon Gwin as chief operating officer. He replaces Samantha Giuggio , who held the role since January 2022. Gwin brings a wealth of experience to the role, having previously held executive positions at American Financial Network , Wachovia Bank , Wells Fargo and Accredited Home Lenders.

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9 strategies to move past lawsuit fatigue and get back to business

Inman

We're all in this together, writes coach Darryl Davis, so here's how to avoid burnout and frustration by charting a path forward for your real estate business.

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Incenter Lender Services promotes Sara Parrish to COO

Housing Wire

Philadelphia-based Incenter Lender Services has promoted Sara Parrish to chief operating officer amid a plan to attract independent mortgage banks (IMBs) with variable-cost services. Parrish will remain as president of CampusDoor, an Incenter subsidiary that focuses on student loans. “A big part of my job is preparing us for scale,” Parrish said in an interview with HousingWire. “We are getting ready to tackle even more exciting projects, and we expect a lot of growth, e

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Tech-Forward Strategies for Scaling Agent Efficiency & Accelerating Growth

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.

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Side and Blended Sense announce video promo pilot program

Inman

The two organizations are involved in a pilot program in which Side teams, who are branded independently, can choose to work with the creative agency in building promotional videos for use across multiple marketing channels.

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5 Insights on the Current State of Commercial Real Estate That Investors Must Know About

Bigger Pockets

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Home prices hit record high for the 6th time in 12 months

Inman

National home prices jumped 6.5 percent in March from a year earlier to a new record high with the Northeast leading regionally.

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How to Buy a Home (or Entire Neighborhood) With Your Friends and Family

Bigger Pockets

Imagine living in a home where your next-door neighbors are your best friends or family members.

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The Broker Action Plan for the Post-NAR Lawsuit Landscape

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.

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‘It’s an arms race’: How portals are adapting to the commission crunch

Inman

The upending of NAR's cooperative compensation rule is a double-edged sword for Zillow and its rivals, experts told Inman. These are the tools and tactics they're adopting to suit the moment.

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Several Companies Join Equity Angels’ First Proptech Cohort

RIS Media

Equity Angels—a social impact organization dedicated to fostering fair access to innovation and opportunity—has named its 2024 cohort for its first-ever accelerator program. Upfront provides innovative financial solutions for agents and brokers, The Studio Home leverages Web3 visualization for curated home furnishings, Maverick Systems optimizes big data analytics for agent acquisition and retention, and Billions… The post Several Companies Join Equity Angels’ First Proptech Cohort a

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At long last — down payment assistance is finally cool

Inman

By making homeownership more affordable, Bernice Ross writes, DPA enhances the value agents bring to the table and plays a vital role in helping those who might otherwise be excluded from the housing market.

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How to Prepare Your Rental Property for Tenants

Bigger Pockets

Rehabbing a home isn’t the same as preparing a home for rental, though. Not all homes require rehabbing, but all rental properties must be prepared for prospective renters.

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Accelerating Real Estate Sales Pipelines to Streamline Buyer Journeys

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.

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Lesson Learned: Joy comes at the closing table

Inman

Find out how dynamic real estate broker Dawn David creates deep down connections to create repeat and referral business with delighted clients.

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Case-Shiller: Home Prices Way Up in March Due to Scarcity

RIS Media

The S&P CoreLogic Case-Shiller U.S. National Home Price NSA Index, covering all nine U.S. census divisions, reported a 6.5% annual gain for March, the same increase as the previous month. The 10-City Composite saw an increase of 8.2%, up from an 8.1% increase in the previous month. The 20-City Composite posted a slight year-over-year increase… The post Case-Shiller: Home Prices Way Up in March Due to Scarcity appeared first on RISMedia.

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Katy Perry declares victory in battle over vet’s Montecito home

Inman

Four years after first engaging in a legal battle with disabled veteran Carl Westcott over the purchase of a Montecito mansion, pop star Katy Perry has finally emerged with the home's title in hand.

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WA real estate service will not join national antitrust settlement

Seattle Times Real Estate

Western Washington's primary listing service for real estate agents says it will not join a national settlement regarding the way agents are paid.

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