Housing Wire
MARCH 11, 2024
Last fall when people were still expecting mortgage rates to be falling this year, it was common to assume rates would be in the low 6s or 5s this year and people asked me if lower rates would bring a flood of inventory. The suspicion was that there were a bunch of sellers who were waiting to sell: Once rates fell these sellers would come rushing back to this real estate market and we’d finally see inventory grow.
Keeping Current Matters
MARCH 11, 2024
If you’re trying to buy a home and are having a hard time finding one you can afford, it may be time to consider a fixer-upper.
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Housing Wire
MARCH 11, 2024
I have been in the mortgage industry for more than two decades and have been working with reverse mortgages for about 12 of those years. Working in this space for so long, I thought I knew the ins and outs of a reverse mortgage, but it wasn’t until I experienced one firsthand that some things really hit home for me. So many people have questions about reverse mortgages: how do they work?
Real Estate News
MARCH 11, 2024
CEO Mark Willis adds “president” to his title and confirms that about 30 people have been let go from the company.
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Housing Wire
MARCH 11, 2024
The fast-growing real estate firm The Real Brokerage just added to its agent count. Salt Lake City-based agent and team leader Dustin Brohm announced Monday that he and his teamerage , the Massive Agent Team , are leaving eXp Realty to join Real. Brohm and his team have been with eXp since 2018. The Massive Agent team has roughly 340 agents in 36 states and three countries, and Brohm said he expects roughly half of the team members to make the move with him to Real over the next few months.
Real Estate News
MARCH 11, 2024
Fudge, a longtime advocate for affordable housing, announced she will leave her HUD post on March 22.
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Real Estate News
MARCH 11, 2024
Kamini Lane, who took the helm less than a year ago, is focused on giving agents — “the most underserved” class of entrepreneurs — “what they need to thrive.
Housing Wire
MARCH 11, 2024
In a competitive market where most borrowers are mortgage rate shopping, credit optimization can be the difference between closing a loan or losing out to an offer from a competitor. Here why CreditXpert’s new platform — that combines the best of Wayfinder and the What-if Simulator — can help you reach more buyers and close more loans. HW: CreditXpert has been in the industry since the early 2000s with tools like Wayfinder and What-if Simulator, why introduce a new platform now?
Inman
MARCH 11, 2024
After three years as president, Marc King has stepped down from his post at Keller Williams Realty. CEO Mark Willis will take over King's responsibilities.
Housing Wire
MARCH 11, 2024
Broker Kathy Kaye and agent Lorraine Baker joined Coldwell Banker Warburg , a New York City-based real estate brokerage, the company announced last week. Before joining Coldwell Banker , Kaye was affiliated with Compass for about five years, while Baker came from Douglas Elliman , where she worked for the past 18 years. Kaye and Baker each bring $200 million in career sales volume to the firm, according to its press release.
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Inman
MARCH 11, 2024
Repeat-sales models have been the gold standard in home-price tracking for decades. Intel examines what they miss, and what some data providers are doing to fill in the gaps.
Housing Wire
MARCH 11, 2024
Peak 65 serves as an historic demographic milestone of the new paradigm shift that is changing every aspect of the housing market , finance, retirement planning process and the fragile supply/demand balance of housing inventory for real estate at large. We are living in a watershed moment in history. The new paradigm brings into question many closely held assertions about who we serve, the type of homes we should be building, and the best way to pay for a home in retirement.
Inman
MARCH 11, 2024
Agents who leverage new digital tools and services can bring more expertise to clients, but only after trust has been established.
Housing Wire
MARCH 11, 2024
Digital mortgage automation solution provider Floify launched a mortgage point-of-sale (POS) platform for lenders. Configured to give independent mortgage banks, federally insured banks and credit unions the needed tools at an accessible price point, Floify Lender Edition aims to increase lender profitability through its automated processes and efficiency tools, the company said.
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Inman
MARCH 11, 2024
Today’s housing inventory and higher interest rates might have you feeling stalled, as if you’ve reached a plateau in your business. However, there are steps to try to break through the noise of today’s market, stand out as an agent, and win more real estate listings.
Housing Wire
MARCH 11, 2024
Remote online notarization (RON) platform NotaryCam expanded its independent notary platform customer base by 46% in 2023, according to an announcement on Monday. The company is a wholly owned subsidiary of title firm Stewart. In addition to expanding its notary platform customer base, NotaryCam also grew the number of loss-mitigation-related RON transactions it was part of in 2023 by 115%.
Inman
MARCH 11, 2024
The median asking rent in the United States rose 2.2 percent year over year to $1,981 in February, the largest annual gain since January 2023 and a 0.9 percent increase compared to the month before.
Housing Wire
MARCH 11, 2024
Keller Williams announced major changes to its C-Suite on Monday. Marc King has stepped down as the president of Keller Williams, effective immediately. Mark Willis who was named CEO of Keller Williams in November, is now also serving as the firm’s president. According to the annoucment, King, who has been with Keller Williams since 2001, will continue as a training and coaching leader for Keller Williams’ Franchise Systems Orientation and will continue his work updating the Team Leader an
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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.
Inman
MARCH 11, 2024
Not many real estate agents can say they’ve made a billion dollars in sales. But Ginger Martin, Real Estate Associate with Sotheby’s International Realty – St. Helena Brokerage, boasts more than $3 billion in sales — and that number just keeps growing.
Housing Wire
MARCH 11, 2024
For title agency owners and professionals, finding the time and resources to train your team can be challenging. However, well-trained employees offer undeniable benefits, such as increased productivity , engagement and job performance. In this article, we’ll examine four effective strategies to help you navigate these challenges and prepare your team for the changing housing market.
Inman
MARCH 11, 2024
Applying insights from the "Harvard Business Review" and adapting them to the unique demands of real estate, Nikki Beauchamp writes, you can elevate your presentations from informative to influential.
RIS Media
MARCH 11, 2024
In the competitive world of real estate, the power of a well-crafted listing description cannot be overstated. It’s the first impression potential buyers have of a property, and a home description plays a crucial role in attracting interest and driving sales. If photography is king, property descriptions are queen in importance. However, creating an effective… The post Avoid Common Mistakes in Real Estate Listing Descriptions appeared first on RISMedia.
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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.
Inman
MARCH 11, 2024
Coach Darryl Davis' advice for spring? Get creative with your ideas, get courageous with your prospecting and be consistent in your approach to building and branding.
Bigger Pockets
MARCH 11, 2024
Want to double your real estate portfolio and bring in much more cash flow? What about using some of your untapped home equity to invest?
Inman
MARCH 11, 2024
Real estate professionals would be wise to think like regulators and prioritize compliance when evaluating the potential use of AI in their business, compliance expert Summer Goralik writes.
RIS Media
MARCH 11, 2024
Above, Marcia Fudge HUD Secretary Marcia Fudge announced Monday she is retiring from the top housing post. Her resignation will take effect on Friday, March 22, 2024. Fudge ends her tenure as the 18th secretary of the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, after almost exactly three years (she assumed office on March 10,… The post Marcia Fudge Announces Resignation as HUD Secretary appeared first on RISMedia.
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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.
Inman
MARCH 11, 2024
With some areas seeing rising prices and low supply, Clever's Luke Babich writes, many would-be homeowners are looking into unconventional routes to homeownership, including short sales.
RIS Media
MARCH 11, 2024
Leaning into the stiff headwind of 7% mortgage rates and facing the prospect of more turbulence from the macroeconomy, brokers saw their confidence falter last month, though sentiment continues to trend higher during what is traditionally the slowest season for real estate. RISMedia’s latest Broker Confidence Index (BCI) fell to 6.4 from 6.6 last month,… The post Brokers Parse Out ‘Portal Wars’ Alongside Early 2024 Jitters appeared first on RISMedia.
Inman
MARCH 11, 2024
Miles was most recently affiliated with Compass and brings strong connections in the new development sector to Official. In addition to New York, his team will also begin operating in Miami.
Eye on Housing
MARCH 11, 2024
Nonfarm payroll employment increased in 42 states and the District of Columbia in January compared to the previous month, while eight states saw a decrease. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, nationwide total nonfarm payroll employment increased by 229,000 in January, following a gain of 290,000 jobs in December. On a month-over-month basis, employment.
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