Fri.Jun 14, 2024

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US home sales fall to historically low level: Redfin

Housing Wire

Elevated mortgage rates, high home prices and a lack of for-sale listings continue to hamper U.S. home sales, with Redfin reporting Friday that sales in May 2024 dropped to one one of the lowest levels of the past decade. The annualized rate of home sales, adjusted for seasonality, fell below 408,000 last month. That was down 1.7% from the prior month and 2.9% below year-ago levels.

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Real Estate Is Still the Best Long-Term Investment [INFOGRAPHIC]

Keeping Current Matters

According to a recent poll from Gallup, real estate has been voted the best long-term investment for twelve straight years.

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HUD expands housing counseling support for Native American tribes

Housing Wire

The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) on Friday announced a final rule designed to expand support for housing counseling services within Native American tribal communities. In a new final rule published in the Federal Register, HUD outlined requirements for housing counselor certification for sessions that are conducted in connection with the Indian Housing Block Grant (IHBG) and Indian Community Development Block Grant (ICDBG) programs.

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Agents, consumers split on NAR settlement outcomes

Real Estate News

A recent survey from Clever found that 70% of agents are unhappy with the deal, but two-thirds of consumers think commissions practices should change.

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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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Originators cannot afford to play the interest rate waiting game

Housing Wire

Record-high home prices and elevated interest rates have weighed down mortgage markets. The Federal Reserve signaled its intention to maintain higher-for-longer rates, confirming that a reprieve is not on the horizon for borrowers and originators alike. Recent stagnation in refinancing loans, coupled with supply and demand discrepancies in housing, means originators still find themselves in an increasingly competitive landscape despite having expectations of the worst being over.

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Zillow, MLSs reach settlement in ShowingTime lawsuit

Real Estate News

The home search giant filed a lawsuit last December over the removal of its showing platform in the ARMLS and Metro MLS regions.

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NAR ‘stands by’ Pride post as it cuts all comments

Real Estate News

“This was more than simply a social media post,” said the LGBTQ+ Real Estate Alliance president, calling for “proactive actions” and ethics code enforcement.

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White House nominates new FDIC chair to replace embattled Gruenberg

Housing Wire

The White House on Thursday nominated Christy Goldsmith Romero as chair of the Federal Deposit Insurance Corp. (FDIC), putting her on track to head the U.S. bank regulator following the scandal-induced resignation of Martin Gruenberg. Goldsmith Romero, who must still be confirmed by members of the U.S. Senate , has been a commissioner at the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) since March 2022.

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4 fair housing essentials any real estate professional can champion

Inman

Fair housing goes beyond knowing the protected classes. Dr. Lee Davenport offers a primer on 4 levels of fairness involved in fair housing and how to communicate the facts to buyers and sellers.

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Freddie Mac CFO to resign at the end of June

Housing Wire

Freddie Mac ’s chief financial officer, Christian Lown, notified the company of his intention to resign at the end of this month. The government-sponsored enterprise (GSE) will “begin the process of identifying a successor,” Freddie Mac said in an 8-K filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) on Friday. Lown’s resignation, was was announced on June 5, takes effect June 28.

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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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Hamptons home once owned by Jackie O’s sister asks $120M

Inman

The seller of the home once owned by Lee Radziwill is Ann Tenenbaum, venture capital-investor and widow of late private-equity pioneer Thomas H. Lee. The couple rebuilt the property twice.

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Consumer, industry groups sound alarm over elder financial abuse

Housing Wire

Consumer and industry advocacy organizations — including the American Land Title Association (ALTA), National Consumer Law Center (NCLC), National Association of Realtors (NAR) and AARP — are sounding the alarm over a rising trend of elder real estate fraud and financial exploitation in a new jointly created issue brief released on Friday. The brief includes an overview of key actions that could be considered elder financial abuse, including but not limited to signature forging on legal or finan

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Find your space and plant a flag in the market you serve

Inman

Why make your brokerage decision based on their office location? Create your own office and establish yourself as a mainstay of the community.

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Incenter Lender Services promotes Duffy to EVP of national sales

Housing Wire

Incenter Lender Services, a Philadelphia -based family of companies that works with nonbank and depository lenders across the country, announced this week that it has promoted Shelley Duffy to the role of executive vice president of national sales. Duffy first joined Incenter in February 2022 as its senior vice president of national sales. She will now oversee all aspects of the company’s enterprise development team, which is expanding as Incenter seeks to create new solutions and bolster compet

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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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New Jersey’s priciest waterfront condo hits the market at $6.995M

Inman

The penthouse is situated at the top of the 48-floor 77 Hudson in Jersey City and spans more than 3,800 square feet with 180-degree views.

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Airbnb Is Pairing Up With Mom-and-Pop Investors to Win Its War—but Is It Too Late?

Bigger Pockets

When New York City banned short-term rentals (under 30 days) under Local Law 18 in September 2023, 15,000 landlords suddenly found themselves without income, many struggling to pay their mortgages.

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Opendoor announces partnership with My State MLS

Inman

Agents with My State MLS membership will be able to receive cash offer estimates on properties that qualify within minutes.

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How to Show a Rental Property (6 Simple Steps)

Bigger Pockets

When you know how to show a rental property, you'd better position yourself to find a tenant in short order. Here are the six steps you must take to show a rental property to prospective tenants.

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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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Commission questions still swirling: It’s Inman’s Top 5

Inman

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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Turning Renters into Homeowners

RIS Media

In today’s evolving housing market, the dream of homeownership may seem distant for many first-time homebuyers or renters. Rising interest rates, high home prices and committing to purchasing a home can be daunting. However, as a mortgage professional, I’ve guided numerous clients through the process, helping them realize that homeownership is not only attainable but… The post Turning Renters into Homeowners appeared first on RISMedia.

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Zillow reaches preliminary settlement in MLS antitrust lawsuit

Inman

Zillow, Arizona Regional Multiple Listing Service, Metro MLS and MLS Aligned have reached a preliminary settlement in their antitrust case. Zillow claimed ARMLS and Metro MLS conspired to create a "monopoly" when they removed their deep integration with ShowingTime in favor of MLS Aligned's listing platform.

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Ask the Newsmakers: Essential Technology Beyond AI

RIS Media

Above, Darryl Davis, Andrew Flachner and Liz Hogan Keeping pace with technology can give any professional an edge, real estate agents included. Right now, the new shiny tech on everyone’s mind is machine learning/generative text—colloquially, artificial intelligence (AI). But with all the focus on AI, are other essential tools for real estate professionals falling through… The post Ask the Newsmakers: Essential Technology Beyond AI appeared first on RISMedia.

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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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All eyes on the DOJ as commission calendar rolls on: The Download

Inman

As key milestones approach, the DOJ's upcoming opinion on the commission lawsuit settlement is already drawing both attention and criticism.

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How to Find Cash Home Buyers in Pueblo for a Hassle-Free Home Sale

HomeLight

Pueblo, Colorado homeowners who need to sell their property quickly may struggle with doing so on the open real estate market. In that case, finding a cash buyer could be the answer. The Steel City has seen growing interest from local and out-of-state investors, drawn by its affordable property prices and promising return on investment. Pueblo’s real estate market has been sluggish recently, primarily due to high interest rates.

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OpenAI taps former Nextdoor CEO Sarah Friar as chief financial officer

Inman

Friar served as CFO at Square, sits on the board of Walmart and worked at McKinsey, Salesforce and Goldman Sachs. She was tapped alongside Kevin Weil, who will serve as chief product officer.

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How to Find Cash Home Buyers in Tucson for a Hassle-Free Home Sale

HomeLight

If you’re a homeowner in Tucson looking for a quick sale without the hassle of listing on the open market, connecting with a cash buyer could be the perfect solution. Tucson’s real estate market is hot right now , with both local and out-of-state investors purchasing property in Arizona. In this guide, we’ll explore how to find and sell to cash home buyers in Tucson, the pros and cons of selling your home for cash, what cash buyers might be interested in, along with other tips and tricks to be a

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Boldtrail Backoffice - Take The Quiz to See What Package Is Right For You

BoldTrail BackOffice provides a single, streamlined solution to manage agent onboarding and billing and commission tracking and disbursements, along with agent management, reporting, and accounting - so your brokerage can run smoothly & profitably. Our #1-rated back office solutions have exactly what your business needs to deliver a seamless experience for your clients and your team.

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Initial Market Analysis Is the Most Important Part of Any Real Estate Deal

Bigger Pockets

Purchasing a property in just any market won't guarantee financial freedom. Here's why market analysis is so important to achieve your goals.

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NAHB Builders Report 22% All-Cash Sales in 2024

Eye on Housing

Up to this point in 2024, the median builder has sold 22% of its homes to buyers who used all cash to pay for them (i.e., did not take out a mortgage), according to a recent NAHB survey. The survey took the form of a special question appended to the instrument used to collect data.

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How to Market Your Rental Property (8 Tips for Landlords)

Bigger Pockets

There’s no right or wrong way to market your rental property, but there are some tips you can follow to increase the likelihood of quickly finding a quality tenant.

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Northeast Cities See Downtown Prices Hold Higher Than Other Regions

RIS Media

Downtowns from coast to coast are still recovering from unprecedented change as a result of the COVID pandemic, and home prices have varied since then as a result. Now, data provided by PropertyShark indicates that the downtowns of the Northeast’s most populous cities remain notably more expensive than areas outside the center, compared to other… The post Northeast Cities See Downtown Prices Hold Higher Than Other Regions appeared first on RISMedia.

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Maximizing Your Online Presence: Tips for Real Estate Agents on Social Media

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.