Housing Wire
FEBRUARY 7, 2025
The labor market is showing signs of softness but is not breaking down yet, which has kept mortgage rates higher for longer. Since 2022, my guiding principle has been that the labor market is more important than inflation in determining mortgage rates. For those seeking lower mortgage rates, it’s more essential to see the labor market breaking than to just see improvements in inflation.
Inman
FEBRUARY 7, 2025
Yee obtained her first brokerage affiliation with SERHANT. last year, but the radio personality has long been an investor and advocate for building generational wealth through real estate.
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Housing Wire
FEBRUARY 7, 2025
A bill introduced into the Oregon Senate that seeks to limit the amount of equity a reverse mortgage lender can receive after the sale or transfer of a property could potentially halt the availability of proprietary product offerings in the state. This is according to a version of the bill reviewed by HousingWire s Reverse Mortgage Daily (RMD), comments submitted to the sponsor lawmakers by the National Reverse Mortgage Lenders Association (NRMLA) and an interview with NRMLA President Steve Irwi
Real Estate News
FEBRUARY 7, 2025
Defining days on market is not as simple as it may seem, and leaders have different views on how DOM ties into transparency, consumer interests or even fraud.
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Housing Wire
FEBRUARY 7, 2025
In 2022, Crye-Leike Real Estate Services closed roughly $7 billion in sales volume, according to data from the 2023 RealTrends Verified rankings. The T3 Sixty Real Estate Almanac reports the same numbers, while the brokerage companys 2022 Annual Report pegged its sales volume at $8.5 billion. But now the Memphis-based firm wants to walk back these numbers.
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Housing Wire
FEBRUARY 7, 2025
Homebuyer confidence for purchasing a home increased slightly in January, according to Fannie Mae ‘s Home Purchase Sentiment Index (HPSI). The HPSI increased 0.3 points to 73.4 in January and is now 2.7 points higher than it was a year ago. The share of respondents who believe it’s a good time to sell a home remained unchanged from December at 22%.
Keeping Current Matters
FEBRUARY 7, 2025
You may be sitting on the sidelines wondering if it’s better to buy now or wait. But buying before the spring rush may be a game-changing decision.
Housing Wire
FEBRUARY 7, 2025
The governing council of the nations capital, Washington, D.C. is taking steps to establish a permanent program seeking to protect its older residents with reverse mortgages from foreclosure. In mid-January, the D.C. council enacted the Fairness and Stability in Housing Amendment Act of 2024 , which amends specific housing agency laws to allow for protections for older district residents with a reverse mortgage loan.
Real Estate News
FEBRUARY 7, 2025
The latest employment report was mixed, but stronger wage growth means rate cuts will probably remain paused through the spring homebuying season.
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Housing Wire
FEBRUARY 7, 2025
Mortgage servicing is more complex than ever, and while some large servicers are sinking real resources into innovation , many are hesitant to branch out beyond the decades-old systems they’re comfortable with. This could be risky if delinquencies continue to rise in the coming years. “I think servicers are hesitant to branch out beyond these 60-year-old systems that hold the way, the truth and the light to everything that we do in the context of mortgage servicing,” Courtney T
RIS Media
FEBRUARY 7, 2025
Some design trends seem to come out of nowhere, but many are easier for experts to track and predict. Top interior design trends often tie together specific elements and evoke similar feelings within the home, which is certainly true for 2025. Earthy Interiors Coming out of the whitewashed minimalist trend homeowners are looking for a… The post Top Interior Design Trends for 2025 appeared first on RISMedia.
Brownstoner
FEBRUARY 7, 2025
Our picks for open houses to check out this weekend are found in Cobble Hill and Park Slope. They range in price from $3.15 million to $8.475 million. 246 Clinton Street Price: $8.475 million Area: Cobble Hill Broker: The In House Group (Robert Earl, Virginia Incalcaterra) Sunday February 9, 12-1:30 p.m. See it here -> 914… Read More > The post A Park Slope Brownstone and Three More to See, Starting at $3.15 Million appeared first on Brownstoner.
Marco Santarelli
FEBRUARY 7, 2025
The question on everyone's mind: Is the 2025 housing market poised to repeat the disastrous events of the 2008 crash ? Thankfully, the answer is a resounding no. While market adjustments are always possible, the key differences in supply and demand, lending practices, and overall market psychology make a repeat scenario highly unlikely. Let's delve into the critical factors that set the 2025 housing market apart from the pre-crash era.
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HomeLight
FEBRUARY 7, 2025
If you’re looking to sell your Asheville home quickly and without the usual hurdles of a traditional listing, a cash sale could be a great option. While the local market is showing signs of slowing , demand from both local and out-of-state investors remains strong. If you prefer a quick, hassle-free process, now may be a great time to consider selling for cash.
Inman
FEBRUARY 7, 2025
Compass CEO Robert Reffkin lays out 10 questions his agents are asking in the wake of NAR's commission settlement in his latest argument in favor of consumer choice and against CCP.
Real Estate News
FEBRUARY 7, 2025
The arguments over reverse auction allegations continued this week, with the plaintiffs saying the brokerages shopped around to settle on the cheap.
Inman
FEBRUARY 7, 2025
Tune in to Inman Access, and decide which side of the debate between The Agency's Mauricio Umansky and NextHome's James Dwiggins you're on.
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RIS Media
FEBRUARY 7, 2025
There’s no doubt that reading more can offer a lot of benefits for everyone in the family, but this is especially true for growing children who are learning to become lifelong readers. If you are hoping to reduce screen time, help your kids in school and simply want to get back into reading more yourself,… The post 4 Ways to Get Your Family Reading More This Year appeared first on RISMedia.
Inman
FEBRUARY 7, 2025
Despite its ranking as the 31st largest brokerage in the T3 Sixty Real Estate Almanac for more than $7 billion in sales volume in 2022, Crye-Leike says Gibson suit shouldn't be allowed to proceed.
RIS Media
FEBRUARY 7, 2025
When home hunting for a luxury property, it is crucial to discern between a genuinely high-end home and one with an above-market asking price. Luxury properties are defined by exceptional features, premium finishes, and unparalleled locations. Read on for insight on the best ways to ensure you’re looking at true luxury properties. Work with a… The post How to Identify a True Luxury Property appeared first on RISMedia.
Inman
FEBRUARY 7, 2025
The marketing and PR vet has been with Engel & Vlkers since 2016 and will now also work on brokerage development and support as chief marketing and performance officer in the Americas.
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RIS Media
FEBRUARY 7, 2025
Mindset and mindfulness are something people hear a lot about in terms of self improvement, but not as much when it comes to business growth. Heather Sunshine Haase, a REALTOR and productivity coach with Keller Williams Advisors, is a frequent flier and national speaker at real estate events, educating industry members on the topics mindset… The post WATCH: How Mindset and Mindfulness Can Change Your Real Estate Business appeared first on RISMedia.
Fancy Pants Homes
FEBRUARY 7, 2025
Hold on to your high-tops, ’cause we’re about to set some new benchmarks for luxury living. A 5-acre property in Scottsdale, Arizona, is on the market for $23,500,000, and it comes with an amenity roster that would make even top athletes swoon. One of Scottsdale’s most tricked-out estates, the property is best known for its regulation-size basketball gym, frequented by sports legends like Kobe Bryant and his daughter Gianna, Chris Paul, and Damian Lillard, among others.
RIS Media
FEBRUARY 7, 2025
Owning your first home is a great feeling, but suddenly having all the maintenance responsibilities in your hands can be intimidating, especially if you benefited from low-to-no maintenance as a renter. Instead of finding yourself stressed at the first problem, be sure you go into homeownership with some helpful basic knowledge. Fix a Dripping Faucet… The post 3 Common Home Repairs to Learn as a First-Time Homeowner appeared first on RISMedia.
Inman
FEBRUARY 7, 2025
StackWrap has signed The Agency Texas and The Align Team of eXp. Additionally, the company aligned with enterprise email marketing company Happy Grasshopper.
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