Keeping Current Matters

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

Over the past few years, some homeowners have decided to delay their move because they don’t want to sell and take on a higher mortgage rate on their next home.

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Housing Wire

NOVEMBER 15, 2024

Jerome Powell , the chair of the Federal Reserve , said on Thursday that the U.S. economy is “not sending any signals that we need to be in a hurry to lower rates.” The statement was enough to raise mortgage rates to an even higher level, a sharp departure from the optimism lenders experienced during the September rally, which now seems like a distant memory.

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Inman

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

Nearly three-quarters of U.S. residents earning less than $50,000 annually are struggling to keep up with monthly rent or mortgage payments, causing many to make dramatic sacrifices to stay afloat.

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Marco Santarelli

NOVEMBER 9, 2024

As we dive into Housing Market Predictions for 2025 and 2026 , experts are projecting a notable increase in home sales, with estimates showing a 9% increase for 2025 and an impressive 13% increase for 2026. This optimistic forecast is largely attributed to stabilizing mortgage rates, which are expected to hover around 6%. According to NAR Chief Economist Lawrence Yun , we might finally be turning a corner after a challenging period marked by high borrowing costs and low inventory.

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Real Estate News

NOVEMBER 24, 2024

The agency takes no position on the settlement’s approval but says it’s not an antitrust shield — and expresses concern over buyer agent agreements.

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Brownstoner

NOVEMBER 13, 2024

Mayor Eric Adams on Tuesday raised concerns about City Council legislation that would relieve most renters from having to pay real estate broker fees, a day before the bill is expected to pass the chamber. During his weekly off-topic news conference on Nov. 12, Adams said that while he agrees with… Read More > The post Mayor Adams raises concerns over real estate broker fee bill set to get City Council vote Wednesday appeared first on Brownstoner.

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Housing Wire

NOVEMBER 23, 2024

It has been almost two months since mortgage rates spiked again, and my initial thought was this would tank housing demand. We had a positive 18-week period with purchase applications before mortgage rates started rising in September. I figured those increases would produce the same weakness in purchase apps that we saw earlier in the year. However, surprisingly, demand has held up better than I anticipated.

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Inman

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

Home affordability improved as mortgage rates dipped, bringing the monthly mortgage payment on a typical single-family home with a 20 percent down payment to $2,137 — a 5.5 percent decrease from Q2, though still up 2.4 percent year over year.

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The Close

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

Investing in real estate may seem as simple as buying a property and collecting money, but it is far more complicated than that. Don’t stop reading, though. I said it was complicated, not impossible! This beginner’s guide will help you understand how to invest in real estate successfully, one step at a time. While The Close likes to keep our articles short, this topic needs a bit more explanation, but trust us, it will be worth your while.

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Real Estate News

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

Leaders spent thousands on Hamilton tickets and other luxuries with corporate credit cards, as former execs stayed on the payroll, The New York Times reported.

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Speaker: Abdi Ali, Sr. Lease Accounting Consultant

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HomeLight

NOVEMBER 28, 2024

If you’re a homeowner in Stockton looking to sell your property quickly and without the challenges of traditional listings, working with cash home buyers is a good alternative to the traditional market. In this guide, we’ll explain how to find cash home buyers in Stockton, explore who’s driving the local cash buyer market, and help you determine if selling your home for cash aligns with your needs.

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Keeping Current Matters

NOVEMBER 13, 2024

There are more homes on the market right now than there have been in years – and that could be a game changer for you if you’re ready to buy.

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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.

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Inman

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

The antitrust lawsuit filed by broker John Diaz in U.S. District Court in Los Angeles claims the membership agreement creates "an anti-competitive monopoly over MLS services.

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The Close

NOVEMBER 13, 2024

Creating high-quality, attention-grabbing real estate videos is necessary if you want your website and content to stand out. But with so many video editing software options, it’s hard to pinpoint the best one. Whether you want to assemble your listing’s video walkthrough or introduce your agent services, I’ll help you pick the right software. I evaluated dozens of real estate video editing software providers to select the five best picks based on pricing, features, user experience, and verified

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Real Estate News

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

Home listings on the Flyhomes search portal now show the breakdown of recent presidential and congressional voting trends in any given community.

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RIS Media

NOVEMBER 15, 2024

Despite pushback from brokers, the city council of New York City approved a significant change to how real estate brokers and agents are paid for rentals in the city’s unique real estate market, shifting the cost to landlords, which aligns with how nearly every other metro conducts transactions. With overwhelming support from the council but… The post NYC City Council Passes Bill Forcing Landlords to Pay Own Broker Fees appeared first on RISMedia.

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Keeping Current Matters

NOVEMBER 13, 2024

There are more homes on the market right now than there have been in years – and that could be a game changer for you if you’re ready to buy.

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Housing Wire

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

Climate change is increasing the intensity and severity of natural disasters. It’s resulting in calls to reimagine the costs of homeowners insurance (Image generated by AI in Midjourney) As the planet warms and extreme weather intensifies, the rising cost of homeowners insurance is stopping real estate deals in their tracks. In just the past two months, two major hurricanes battered Florida, inflicting physical and financial damage that is projected to exceed $100 billion.

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Inman

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

Renter households increased by 2.7 percent year-over-year in the third quarter to a record 45.6 million, a rate three times higher than the 0.9 percent uptick in homeowner households, according to a new Redfin analysis.

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Marco Santarelli

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

Are you looking for a thriving city with a robust economy and a promising real estate market? If you're considering Atlanta investment properties in 2025 , you're making a smart choice. The region's strong economic foundation, diverse rental market, and numerous emerging neighborhoods are set to provide significant returns for savvy investors looking to build wealth and achieve long-term financial goals.

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Real Estate News

NOVEMBER 29, 2024

As household composition shifts, builders look to the starter homes of yesteryear to deliver more practical, affordable single-family homes for today’s buyers.

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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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Calculated Risk Real Estate

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

Towards the end of each year, I collect some housing forecasts for the following year - and also provide my own outlook. Several more forecast will be available in early December. It is early, but for comparison, new home sales in 2024 will probably be around 705 thousand, up from 666 thousand in 2023. Total housing starts will be around 1.35 million in 2024, down from 1.42 million in 2023.

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Keeping Current Matters

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

If you’re debating whether or not you want to sell right now, it might be because you’ve got some unanswered questions, like if moving really makes sense in today’s market.

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Housing Wire

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

What will the housing market look like in 2025? We already see many signals for what to expect, including last week’s data on inventory , new listings and price reductions, which I analyze below. For a more comprehensive look, read our 2025 Housing Market Forecast covering home prices, home sales volumes and more. Last week, there were 9% more newly pending home sales than the same week a year ago and home sales are ticking down for the season.

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Inman

NOVEMBER 8, 2024

State officials estimated that Measure 4 would cost North Dakota $3.15 billion in lost revenue over two years. Realtor.com Chief Economist Danielle Hale cautioned that while North Dakota’s property tax system might benefit from reform, eliminating it entirely could create even greater challenges.

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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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Marco Santarelli

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

Are you thinking about buying a home in 2025, or maybe you're looking to invest in real estate? If so, you're probably aware that the housing market has been going through a period of change. Some experts believe a housing market crash is looming in certain areas of the country. This article aims to help you navigate these uncertain times by providing you with information about the 5 riskiest markets that could potentially face a major drop in home prices in 2025.

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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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Lighter Side of Real Estate

NOVEMBER 25, 2024

Thinking about a major home renovation? You’re probably dreaming of a brand-new kitchen, an open-concept living space, or maybe even that spa-worthy bathroom you’ve always wanted. But before you pick up a sledgehammer and go full HGTV, it’s worth asking yourself a few questions. After all, the road to a Pinterest-perfect home can be a bumpy one, and sometimes, it’s paved with unexpected costs, and a few “Why did we think this was a good idea?

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Keeping Current Matters

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

For over 79 years, Veterans Affairs (VA) home loans have helped countless Veterans achieve the dream of homeownership.

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