Housing Wire

OCTOBER 11, 2024

SERHANT. has added a high-performing team to its presence in Charleston, South Carolina. Key Avenue Group is leaving Keller Williams for SERHANT., bringing a team with more than $300 million in career sales. Key Avenue is led by Christopher Smith and Patrick Ryan. SERHANT. first entered South Carolina in 2023. “We chose SERHANT. because we feel the real estate industry is in need of change,” Smith said in a statement.

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HomeLight

OCTOBER 11, 2024

We all know someone who’s amazing at finding the best deals around. They don’t have to wait until Black Friday to score a cheap television, and they shop at thrift stores but always look like a million bucks. Is there a way to do that with real estate, where finding a cheap home can save you thousands of dollars in interest and fees? A Top Agent Can Help You Find A House You Can Afford We analyze millions of home sales to find buyer’s agents who will show you the right home at the right pr

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Housing Wire

OCTOBER 11, 2024

Brokerages are scrambling to adapt to the post-settlement landscape of real estate, and more of them are turning to the same method for growing their headcount — acquiring new teams. The addition of teams is an efficient way for major brokerages to bolster agent counts and boost sales volumes on their income statements. But a new survey reveals diversity in the ways that teams are structured and how they produce different outcomes.

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Real Estate News

OCTOBER 11, 2024

A recent survey found that many agents are not satisfied with local association services and find MLSs less relevant in light of new industry rules.

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Housing Wire

OCTOBER 11, 2024

CoreLogic’s risk index rose 8.3% in the past year, driven by more cases of identity and transaction fraud New data shows that cases of fraud among mortgage applicants is on the rise — an eye-raising trend as demand from borrowers remains relatively quiet. The CoreLogic Mortgage Application Fraud Risk Index jumped by 8.3% year over year in the second quarter of 2024.

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Housing Wire

OCTOBER 11, 2024

The real estate industry is currently divided over the National Association of Realtors’ Clear Cooperation Policy, but one local Realtor association and MLS has decided to move beyond just voicing an opinion. In an email sent to members on Oct. 3, Utah-based Park City Board of Realtors (PCBR) announced that it would no longer be enforcing the clear cooperation rule, as first reported by Inman News.

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Real Estate News

OCTOBER 11, 2024

A decision by Park City Realtors could signal a shift in local associations’ willingness to abide by NAR policies, and comes as the CCP debate intensifies.

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Housing Wire

OCTOBER 11, 2024

The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) announced on Thursday a $6.5 million agreement with Citadel Federal Credit Union to settle allegations of lending discrimination in certain neighborhoods of Philadelphia with majority Black and Hispanic populations. This is the DOJ’s first redlining settlement involving a credit union. The sector includes 4,600 financial institutions across America, which are subject to federal laws, including those pertaining to redlining and other forms of discrimination.

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Real Estate News

OCTOBER 11, 2024

Zillow acquires virtual staging app; CubiCasa now turning floor plans into virtual tours; new CoreLogic platform integrates data; Propy and Inspectify team up.

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Housing Wire

OCTOBER 11, 2024

Mortgage business has increased recently for Wells Fargo head Charlie Scharf, left, and JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon, but will it last? JPMorgan Chase and Wells Fargo are starting to feel the effects of the Federal Reserve ’s 50-basis-point rate cut in September on their mortgage businesses. On Friday, both banks reported an uptick in home lending during the third quarter of 2024 compared to the previous quarter.

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Real Estate News

OCTOBER 11, 2024

Defendants seek dismissals in the Missouri case; leading Utah MLS dropped from lawsuit involving flat-fee brokerage; eXp files settlement.

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Housing Wire

OCTOBER 11, 2024

As those on a fixed income continue to wrestle with rising property taxes , the mayor of South Portland, Maine , recently recommended that area seniors explore reverse mortgages as a potential option to add financial flexibility. After enduring backlash, Mayor Misha Pride has walked back his comments. “Contemplating the recent rise in property values, I suggested some seniors might consider a reverse mortgage,” Pride wrote in a letter to t he editor of the Portland Press Herald on Thursday.

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RIS Media

OCTOBER 11, 2024

Recent changes in the real estate industry have introduced new ways of doing business for brokers and agents. These changes demand strong leadership, transparency and adaptability to navigate the evolving landscape successfully. A fundamental change in the new NAR rules requires buyers to have a written agreement with a broker or agent to be able… The post Navigating the New NAR Rules: Best Practices for Helping Consumers appeared first on RISMedia.

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Housing Wire

OCTOBER 11, 2024

Coldwell Banker Realty is welcoming even more agents to the firm. On Friday, the Anywhere firm announced the affiliation of Beacon, NY-based Daniel Aubry Realty. The affiliation marks the opening of the first Coldwell Banker Realty office in Dutchess County, New York. The firm was founded in 2009 by broker-owner Daniel Aubry. He and six real estate sales professionals, including associate broker Ron Donofrio, Julian Park, Veshtrim Osmani, Danielle Velez, Matan Broshi and James Murphy are making

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Inman

OCTOBER 11, 2024

Connecticut has entered into a consent decree revoking the fintech mortgage lender's license, and LoanSnap has been put on notice by California regulators that they intend to do the same.

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Redfin

OCTOBER 11, 2024

You might be considering an apartment in New York City or a house in San Francisco , as these two iconic cities share many similarities, from booming tech industries to rich cultural experiences. NYC offers unmatched job opportunities and a dynamic, fast-paced lifestyle, while San Francisco provides a unique mix of tech innovation and picturesque bay views.

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Inman

OCTOBER 11, 2024

Led by broker-owner Daniel Aubry, Daniel Aubry Realty comprises a team of six agents who bring a wealth of experience in both commercial and residential real estate, backed by Aubry’s extensive background in the industry.

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Bigger Pockets

OCTOBER 11, 2024

Real estate “boomtowns” present a massive opportunity to investors in 2024.

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Inman

OCTOBER 11, 2024

Rick Guerrero and social media star Jenny Lynn Tran discuss how you can use content to add value, educate, and connect with clients and colleagues.

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Bigger Pockets

OCTOBER 11, 2024

the traditional retirement model just doesn’t work well. To put it bluntly, the math sucks. I can do better—and so can you.

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Inman

OCTOBER 11, 2024

Anywhere Brands President and CEO Sue Yannaccone offers a measured, thoughtful assessment of the Clear Cooperation Policy debate.

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Bigger Pockets

OCTOBER 11, 2024

Real estate investing is one of the best vehicles for building wealth, reaching financial independence, and saving for retirement, but you don’t need to become a full-time investor to reap […]

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Inman

OCTOBER 11, 2024

Industry analyst Mike DelPrete writes that manipulating the display of data has the potential to mislead individual retail investors, eroding long-term trust.

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Bigger Pockets

OCTOBER 11, 2024

When you start them early enough, your investments can perform shocking feats of strength.

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Inman

OCTOBER 11, 2024

Looking for a quick catch-up on the buzziest stories of the week? Here’s Inman Top 5, the most essential stories, according to Inman readers.

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