Housing Wire

APRIL 22, 2025

Today’s mortgage lending environment is shifting rapidly. Purchase loans are now outpacing refinances, and interest rates are reaching the stratosphere. Meanwhile, affordability is becoming a dream for many borrowers. Also, lenders feel the impact of high rates, as they struggle to find the right clients. However, one mortgage company is in a prime position to transform the market and deliver value to mortgage professionals.

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Inman

APRIL 22, 2025

State regulators are scrutinzing Realtor practices and mandating consumer-friendly, fiduciary-level professional behavior, Summer Goralik writes.

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Housing Wire

APRIL 22, 2025

Spring marks the peak season for the U.S. housing market, with more listings hitting the market and warmer weather making it easier for buyers to tour homes and explore their options. Traditionally, this season brings a surge in purchase activityand in 2025, that trend is especially important for lenders to watch closely against the backdrop of a high-interest rate environment.

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Inman

APRIL 22, 2025

In the first quarter of the year, 44.4 percent of homesellers included concessions in their deals, just shy of the record 45.1 percent seen at the start of 2023, according to new data released Monday by Redfin.

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Housing Wire

APRIL 22, 2025

Kuper Sothebys International Realty has expanded to the Texas coast through a merger with Port Aransas Realty. The deal will extend Kuper Sothebys reach into the Coastal Bend region, including Port Aransas, Corpus Christi, Rockport and North Padre Island. The Austin-based brokerage has traditionally focused on central and south Texas. The companies did not disclose financial terms of the agreement, which formalizes a relationship that has spanned more than three decades.

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Inman

APRIL 22, 2025

Shift your business out of survival mode when you adopt a CEO mindset, implement smart processes and procedures, and scale with the future in mind, broker Jessica Souza writes.

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Inman

APRIL 22, 2025

Focus on being helpful, real and a little bit creative in your social media content, Kate Hulbert writes, and the engagement (and leads) will follow.

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Housing Wire

APRIL 22, 2025

Class Valuation has expanded its national sales team with the hirings of Jim Bannister and Scott Shaw as senior executives, the company announced Tuesday. The duo brings more than 45 years of combined experience in mortgage lending, financial services and financial technology to Class Valuation , an appraisal management company that is continuing to grow its leadership ranks.

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Brownstoner

APRIL 22, 2025

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Housing Wire

APRIL 22, 2025

In todays mortgage market, traditional mortgage products are no longer the one-size-fits-all solution they once were. The economy is now driven by entrepreneurs, investors, high-income earners, and young adults who thrive in the gig economy. These borrowers are driving a demand for alternative mortgage products. For these borrowers, non-qualified mortgage (non-QM) loans offer a premium alternative to conventional options.

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RIS Media

APRIL 22, 2025

Amidst the hot topic discussions and controversial decisions surrounding private listings, Donny SamsonCEO of Samson Propertieshas expressed his support for Zillow and Redfins bans in a recent statement. Zillow and Redfin made the right call, said Samson in a release. This policy is a win for buyers, sellers, and every professional who believes real estate… The post Another Independent Brokerage CEO Expresses Support of Private Listing Restrictions appeared first on RISMedia.

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Housing Wire

APRIL 22, 2025

The National Association of Realtors (NAR) Clear Cooperation Policy (CCP), implemented in 2020, is the source of much debate within the real estate industry. The policy was a response to a proliferation of pocket listings and a rapid decline in housing inventory on the MLS, despite a large number of transactions still occurring. It got so bad that I could be walking through the grocery store and whisper that I had a listing coming up and all of a sudden five people would run over because they kn

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Keeping Current Matters

APRIL 22, 2025

Have you seen where mortgage rates have been lately?

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Housing Wire

APRIL 22, 2025

As MLSs across the country work to implement the National Association of Realtors (NAR) Multiple Listing Options for Sellers (MLOS) policy, brokerages and some Realtor associations are busy creating the new disclosures needed for delayed marketing exempt listings. Over the weekend, Compass ‘s new Addendum to Listing Agreement form began to circulate on social media alongside the seller advisory form debuted last week by eXp Realty.

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RIS Media

APRIL 22, 2025

Have you ever noticed how some expressions start off meaning one thing but somehow take on a life of their own? asks Suzy Minken rhetorically. A Compass star agent from Short Hills, New Jersey, she studies the industry closely. Thats exactly what’s happening with the term off-market in real estate. I’ve seen this term tossed… The post What Does Off-Market Property Mean to You?

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Housing Wire

APRIL 22, 2025

Virginia-based United Real Estate Richmond is merging with nearby River City Blues Realty to form a new team under the United banner. The deal, which closed March 15, adds 20 agents from River City to the United ranks and brings its total agent count in the Richmond area to 220, according to John Finn, senior managing broker at United. His brother, Jeffrey Finn, serves as principal broker, Richmond BizSense reported.

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RIS Media

APRIL 22, 2025

Editors Note: Social Skills is a bi-monthly feature in RISMedias Daily News focused on social media and digital marketing tips, trends and solutions for agents and brokers. In real estate, time is money. And if you ask any real estate agent why they dont post on social media consistently, they will likely blame their lack… The post Your 15-Minute Fix for Real Estate Content Planning appeared first on RISMedia.

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Housing Wire

APRIL 22, 2025

Lets be honest real estate photography may be the most important piece of selling a listing. As buyers scroll through dozens of homes online, your photos will be the reason they stop scrolling and start exploring. That spark of interest is what will lead them to schedule a showing and ultimately make an offer. The good news is that you dont have to be a professional photographer or even hire one to capture amazing listing photos.

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BAM Media

APRIL 22, 2025

A new amendment to a Florida bill could shut down the states Real Estate Commission (FREC) and shift its powers to a state agency. House Bill 1461, introduced by Rep. Taylor Michael Yarkosky on February 28, initially made no mention of the Florida Real Estate Commission. That changed on April 7, when a 389-page amendment was added to eliminate FREC entirely.

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Housing Wire

APRIL 22, 2025

An illustration of the Virgin Voyages cruise ship in the Caribbean with piles of money surrounding it. (Image created with ChatGPT4o) Ken DeGiorgio, former CEO of First American Financial Corp. , will collect a hefty payout following his termination from the title insurance giant, according to a shareholder report filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission.

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Real Estate News

APRIL 22, 2025

The MLS contends that the policy offers no benefits to consumers and was created to placate the powerful, national brokerages that oppose Clear Cooperation.

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Housing Wire

APRIL 22, 2025

When assessing the landscape of housing affordability today, conversations between members of the millennial and baby boomer generations can often devolve into finger pointing over which of them is to blame for the high costs of housing. New survey data from Clever Real Estate indicates that while the blame game continues, 31% of respondents blame millennials for affordability woes compared to 27% who blame boomers.

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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.

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Eye on Housing

APRIL 22, 2025

Over the past 125 years, women have played a crucial and multifaceted role in the labor force. Increasing womens participation in the workforce is not only essential for individual and family well-being, but also contributes significantly to overall labor force participation rates and economic growth by adding more workers and enhancing overall productivity1.

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Housing Wire

APRIL 22, 2025

PennyMac Financial Services Inc. (PFSI) on Tuesday reported net income of $76.3 million for the first quarter of 2025 after it posted revenue of $430.9 million. These numbers were down from the previous quarter’s figures of $104.5 million and $470.1 million, respectively. The California-based lender’s pretax income was $104.2 million, which was down from $129.4 million in Q4 2024 but up from $43.9 million in Q1 2024. “PennyMac Financial delivered solid first quarter financial r

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HomeLight

APRIL 22, 2025

Remember floppy disks, rotary phones, and Saturday mornings with cartoons on VHS? Just like those throwbacks, older homes carry a charm you cant replicate: cozy corners, real wood details, and stories in every creak of the floorboards. But selling one? Thats a different kind of challenge, which make home sellers seek out smart, effective tips for selling an older home.

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Housing Wire

APRIL 22, 2025

As it aims to appeal to potential clients who may be taking a closer look at tapping into home equity , reverse mortgage lender Finance of America (FOA) has debuted a new marketing campaign in concert with its new creative agency to illustrate the lifestyle impacts of its products. The campaign, called A Better Way with FOA, is being referred to as a new brand platform by the company.

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RIS Media

APRIL 22, 2025

As the industry continues to evolve, forward-thinking leaders are stepping up to drive innovation, equity and progress. Eric Jacobs, regional president, Select Brands at Anywhere Integrated Services, was named a Crusader in RISMedias 2025 Real Estate Newsmakers class, recognized for his unwavering commitment to positive change both in his organization and across the industry.

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Brownstoner

APRIL 22, 2025

On a sunny day in Green-Wood Cemetery last week, the magnolia and cherry trees were in bloom while a group of students busily tended to historic gravestones and vaults. While one group of students hoisted a monument back into place, others dug out a gravestone that had settled into the… Read More > The post Students Get Hands-on Experience Restoring Green-Wood Cemetery appeared first on Brownstoner.

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Lighter Side of Real Estate

APRIL 22, 2025

A recent article suggested an unconventional house-hunting tip for buyers: bring a dinner plate and a clothes hanger along when touring homes. The logic? Use the plate to check cabinet depth and the hanger to gauge closet space. If youre wondering why a good old-fashioned tape measure wouldnt suffice, youre not alone. But at the same time, its kind of practicalif you can get past the befuddled stare of your real estate agent as you walk up to the house looking like youre walking up to the regist

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RIS Media

APRIL 22, 2025

The business practices and regulations of REALTORS have been changingand not just through associations. Since the National Association of REALTORS (NAR) settlement, MLS participants have been required to sign a written agreement with a buyer before touring a home. Yet, recently, Alabama has passed a law specifically saying such an agreement is not required in… The post Legislative Round-Up: State Bills Legislating REALTORS in 2025 appeared first on RISMedia.

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Speaker: Trey Willard, Realtor/Team Leader at Keller Williams Realty, Inc.

In order to create continued success in today’s real estate market, realtors need to utilize an arsenal of technology that will increase their efficiency and presence on social media. Using technology to manage your prospects and tap into their needs through websites, social media, and other channels is critical for real estate success in 2022 and beyond.

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