Housing Wire
NOVEMBER 19, 2024
We heard a lot about the need for millions of new homes during the run-up to the election, so I can imagine how shocked some people are to see today’s report on housing starts and permits at recession levels. Minneapolis Fed President Neel Kashkari recently stated that housing demand is high so the clearance rate (mortgage rates) should be higher.
Real Estate News
NOVEMBER 19, 2024
The new, lower-cost program also includes access to legal forms and training, and is being rolled out as NAR’s three-way agreement faces greater scrutiny.
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Housing Wire
NOVEMBER 19, 2024
The passage of the mortgage trigger lead bill as proposed in the U.S. Congress will face a challenge from a new plan expected to be released this week by representatives of the consumer reporting industry, HousingWire has learned. In September, Senate Armed Services Committee Chairman Jack Reed (D-R.I.) included U.S. Senate Amendment 2358 — known as the Homebuyers Privacy Protection Act of 2024 — in the Senate’s Fiscal Year 2025 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA).
Real Estate News
NOVEMBER 19, 2024
The National Association of Hispanic Real Estate Professionals says the much-debated policy “helps ensure all buyers have equal access to available properties.
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.
Housing Wire
NOVEMBER 19, 2024
The Bipartisan Congressional Real Estate Caucus is calling on the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) to cease its pilot program for title insurance waivers until the program is vetted and the agency seeks public input on it. The caucus expressed this view in a letter written by Reps. Lou Correa (D-Calif.), Mark Alford (R-Mo.), Tracey Mann (R-Kan.) and Brittany Pettersen (D-Colo.) and sent to FHFA Director Sandra Thompson on Monday.
Real Estate News
NOVEMBER 19, 2024
The credit-scoring company's near-monopoly has allowed it to set prices relatively unchecked, leaving mortgage lenders and borrowers at its mercy.
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Inman
NOVEMBER 19, 2024
As real estate continues to evolve in a post-Sitzer | Burnett era, contract documents are likely to be refined and modified to reflect current trends, broker Cara Ameer writes.
Housing Wire
NOVEMBER 19, 2024
In today’s fast-paced digital environment, it’s easy to get caught up in day-to-day tasks, but cybersecurity requires a proactive approach. This installment of our “Reducing Risk” series delves into how configuring your printers and computers with only the necessary capabilities can reduce cyber threats and protect your sensitive data. By taking a strategic approach to device configuration, you can build a more resilient defense against potential cyber-attacks.
Real Estate News
NOVEMBER 19, 2024
Judge holds firm on rules for objectors to NAR settlement; Homie says defendants created a "weapon"; another broker challenges association membership.
Housing Wire
NOVEMBER 19, 2024
Homeowners are sitting on a record level of about $35 trillion in home equity — more than double the equity levels recorded prior to the financial crisis and housing market collapse of the late 2000s. But as the share of first-time homebuyers gets smaller — and older — it’s not a given that homeowners will be able to tap that resource, according to reporting by The Wall Street Journal.
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Inman
NOVEMBER 19, 2024
It's gratitude season, Darryl Davis writes, so let's show how much our colleagues, clients, vendors and friends mean with these affordable and original gift ideas.
Housing Wire
NOVEMBER 19, 2024
The Corcoran Group is making moves in the Washington, D.C., metropolitan area. On Tuesday, the Anywhere brand announced the launch of Corcoran McEnearney , marking the entrance of the Corcoran Affiliates network into the nation’s capital. “We are thrilled to welcome Corcoran McEnearney, an impressive and well-respected company with a well-earned reputation for excellence and integrity,” Stephanie Anton , the president of Corcoran Affiliates, said in a statement.
Inman
NOVEMBER 19, 2024
This is a moment of transformation in our industry, and you have a choice: adapt or fall behind, coach Darryl Davis writes. Don’t wait for the market to dictate your future. Take control.
Housing Wire
NOVEMBER 19, 2024
In the newest episode of the RealTrending podcast , host Tracey Velt sits down with Kamini Lane, CEO and president of Coldwell Banker Realty. In this fireside chat, Velt and Lane explore her approach to leadership, Coldwell Banker’s unique focus on agent development and its training program that is designed to teach effective communication. Lane also shares key takeaways from her first year of leading Coldwell Banker following her previous role as president of Sotheby’s International Realty.
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Inman
NOVEMBER 19, 2024
Zillow releases a new “BuyAbility” tool it says helps consumers find homes they can actually afford to buy after accounting for more variables.
Housing Wire
NOVEMBER 19, 2024
Lamacchia Realty is continuing its acquisition spree. On Tuesday, the New England-based firm announced its acquisition of Massachusetts -based Stone Ridge Properties. The financial terms of the deal were not disclosed. Founded in 1990, Stone Ridge Properties has offices in Amesbury and Newburyport, Massachusetts. It is owned by Cathy Toomey, Celine Muldowney, Erica Puorro, Marc Ouellet, Nick Motsis and Sandy Berkenbush.
Keeping Current Matters
NOVEMBER 19, 2024
Let’s be real – buying a home right now is tough.
Inman
NOVEMBER 19, 2024
Cara Ameer and Nicole Solari share the 25 terms that are crucial for new agents to explain to buyers and sellers without the benefit of crib notes.
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Brownstoner
NOVEMBER 19, 2024
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Inman
NOVEMBER 19, 2024
In welcoming Corcoran McEnearney to its network, the brand grows the number of Corcoran-affiliated agents by nearly 10 percent. The new company will have offices in D.C., Maryland, Virginia and West Virginia.
RIS Media
NOVEMBER 19, 2024
With over 84,000 subscribers throughout Florida and Puerto Rico, understanding the MLS landscape is increasingly essential as the industry adapts to the new way of conducting business in today’s post-settlement environment. Committed to driving progress and innovation in the real estate industry, Stellar MLS continues to stand by its motto as the organization adjusts to… The post Adapting to Today’s Post-Settlement Environment appeared first on RISMedia.
Inman
NOVEMBER 19, 2024
Penthouses asking $45 million and $39 million topped Manhattan luxury contracts during the week ending Nov. 17, according to Olshan Realty's weekly luxury report. A total of 37 contracts were signed on properties priced $4 million and up.
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Brownstoner
NOVEMBER 19, 2024
This week, a look back at four of our featured listings from six months ago focuses on homes in Fort Greene, Carroll Gardens, and Boerum Hill. How did they fare? At 11 South Oxford Street, this grandly scaled brownstone still has some impressive period details like marble mantels, pier mirrors, and… Read More > The post Brooklyn Real Estate Listings Six Months Later: Three Sold, One off the Market appeared first on Brownstoner.
Inman
NOVEMBER 19, 2024
The rebranding effort, a collaboration with Tiny Wins, a prominent agency known for clients such as Tony Robbins, Visa and CBRE, includes a fresh visual identity, advanced technology tools and a renewed commitment to customer-focused service.
Coldwell Banker
NOVEMBER 19, 2024
Top-performing brand affiliated real estate professionals are recognized for their dedication to growing their business and serving the communities in which they work. The post Coldwell Banker Real Estate Announces 2024 “30 Under 30” Award Recipients appeared first on Coldwell Banker Blue Matter.
Inman
NOVEMBER 19, 2024
The deal will refund buyers and sellers after the brokerage allegedly failed to disclose to its clients that it had received payments from Home Security of America to advertise HSA's home warranties.
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RIS Media
NOVEMBER 19, 2024
From left, Shant Banosian and John Featherston. Photo by AJ Canaria. Few residential real estate professionals have their pulse on the mortgage industry more than Shant Banosian, EVP of sales at Rate (formerly Guaranteed Rate), in Waltham, Massachusetts. He’s been their top loan officer for nine consecutive years, and top officer nationwide for six years… The post Home-Financing Solutions From America’s Leading Loan Officer appeared first on RISMedia.
Inman
NOVEMBER 19, 2024
Increasingly violent hurricane seasons and surging home insurance costs have tanked Florida's housing market, according to a Redfin market report published on Tuesday.
RIS Media
NOVEMBER 19, 2024
Recently rising mortgage rates have once again put pressure on housing construction, with housing starts falling month-over-month and year-over-year, according to the latest report. Housing starts decreased 3.1% from September to October to a rate of 1,311,000, according to the latest data from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development and the U.S.
Inman
NOVEMBER 19, 2024
After seeing its open office count shrink this year for the first time ever, RE/MAX's mortgage franchisor brings new offices online in Arizona, South Carolina and Michigan.
Speaker: Sarah Santa Ana, Real Estate Coach, Move4Free Realty
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