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6 Ways to Automate Your Real Estate Marketing and Save Time

RIS Media

Marketing your real estate business can take a lot of time—especially tasks that might seem repetitive or menial. Thanks to technology, it just got a whole lot easier. You don’t have to repeat basic marketing tasks daily anymore but can leverage your time by automating your real estate business marketing. This will free you up… The post 6 Ways to Automate Your Real Estate Marketing and Save Time appeared first on RISMedia.

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About 11,000 Houses Will Sell Today

Keeping Current Matters

Some homeowners have been waiting for months to put their house on the market because they don’t think people are buying homes right now.

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Redfin flirts with exclusive listings amid Clear Cooperation takedown

Inman

Redfin Senior Director of Brokerage Operations Joe Rath and NextHome CEO James Dwiggins said during an Inman Connect panel that pocket listings have proliferated since Clear Cooperation.

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1st Look at Local Housing Markets in July

Calculated Risk Real Estate

This is the first look at several early reporting local markets in July. I’m tracking about 40 local housing markets in the US. Some of the 40 markets are states, and some are metropolitan areas. I’ll update these tables throughout the month as additional data is released. Closed sales in July were mostly for contracts signed in May and June.

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The 2025 Real Estate Roadmap to Success

Don’t just react to changes, plan for them, so you can approach the new year with confidence, direction, and a competitive edge for your business. Having a well-defined business plan helps you chart a clear course, navigate challenges, and set a foundation for growth. This workbook gives you the key steps to outline what matters and will ensure you’re moving ahead.

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How Game Rooms Add Value To Your Real Estate Listing

Realty Biz

Enhance the appeal of your real estate listing by adding a games room! This unique feature adds value to your property and provides a space for entertainment and relaxation. Picture a room where you can gather with loved ones for a game of pool or ping pong. A game room can add up to 20% more value to your property. In 2016, the average total square footage of a single-family home was 2,550 sq ft (source: Census Bureau).

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Housing Costs Persist as Key Driver of Inflation

Eye on Housing

Consumer prices showed a slight uptick in July, with core inflation remained sticky, ending a streak of 12 consecutive months of steady declines. Despite a slowdown compared to the previous month, the shelter index (housing inflation) continued to be the largest contributor to both headline and core inflation, accounting for over 90% of the increase in headline inflation.

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Seattle’s historic Smith Tower is for sale

Seattle Times Real Estate

The storied, 109-year-old skyscraper is hitting the market this week. The buyer will get a piece of Seattle history along with sweeping views and a dramatic penthouse.

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UWM is profitable in Q2 as origination volume jumps to $32B

Housing Wire

UWM Holdings Corporation , the parent of United Wholesale Mortgage (UWM), was another mortgage lender that returned to profitability in the second quarter of 2023, just like its primary competitor Rocket Companies and the origination segments of Mr. Cooper and Pennymac. UWM’s performance was boosted by an increase in the fair value of mortgage servicing rights ( MSRs ) and higher origination volumes, despite lower margins from April to June, per documents filed with the Securities

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House Proud: A Singular Bungalow in Prospect Park South

Brownstoner

Looking back, Gloria Fischer had no idea what she was getting into buying the house in Prospect Park South. The singular bungalow, Fischer’s first home in Brooklyn, came into her life through a wrong turn taken by her husband in 1972. “A lot of people make a wrong turn and find… Read More > The post House Proud: A Singular Bungalow in Prospect Park South appeared first on Brownstoner.

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Agents scramble as cyberattack freezes MLSs nationwide

Real Estate News

MLS system provider Rapattoni has been down since midweek, leaving tens of thousands of agents unable to add listings and update information.

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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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There's Only Half the Inventory of a Normal Housing Market Today

Keeping Current Matters

Wondering if it still makes sense to sell your house right now?

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Mortgage delinquency rate falls to lowest level since 1979

Housing Wire

The Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA) reported that the mortgage delinquency rate fell to its lowest level since it began tracking this metric 43 years ago, supporting claims the economy is on the cusp of a turnaround. “Buoyed by a resilient job market, homeowners are continuing to make their mortgage payments,” Marina Walsh, the MBA’s vice president of industry analysis, said in a statement.

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Rapattoni hit with ransomware attack, paralyzing MLSs and agents

Inman

Federal investigators are working with MLS software company, and its insurance carriers are negotiating with hackers, who have prevented new data from being input after the Aug. 9 attack.

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Want to get top dollar for your seller? Stick with the MLS

Real Estate News

Two regional studies of home sales found that properties listed on the MLS sold for significantly more than homes sold off-MLS.

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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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The Value of an Agent When Buying Your New Construction Home

Keeping Current Matters

Buying a new construction home can be an exciting experience.

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Million-dollar homes nearing 10% of market as property prices rise

Housing Wire

Nearly one in ten homes in the U.S. are worth at least $1 million dollars, close to all-time-high levels of June 2022, according to a new report from Redfin. Just over 8% of homes are worth $1 million or more, not far off the high of 8.6% in June. This up s wing in home prices comes on the heels of a major dip in February, when only 7.3% hit the $1 million price threshold.

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Glennda Baker is recognized by her stars anywhere. That’s the point

Inman

Brokerages need agents and their personal brands, more than agents need the backing of brokerage brands Baker argued at Inman Connect on Thursday. "My name is Glennda Baker, and I am a brand.

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RE/MAX CEO to agents: Don't expect to 'get rich off somebody else's back'

Real Estate News

At a conference this week, Nick Bailey said the company’s value lies in its strong brand identity and agent experience — not downlines or profit sharing.

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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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Four Ways You Can Use Your Home Equity

Keeping Current Matters

If you’re a homeowner, odds are your equity has grown significantly over the last few years.

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FinCEN crackdown on real estate money laundering expected this month

Housing Wire

After years of discussion , the U.S. Treasury Department is expected to propose a rule that would effectively end anonymous luxury home purchases in the coming weeks, according to the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network’s ( FinCEN ) regulatory agenda. The rule, which department officials first said they planned to implement in 2021, would require real estate professionals, such as title insurers, to report the identities of beneficial owners buying real estate in cash to FinCEN.

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Agents and loan officers need to end the animosity, panel says

Inman

"There needs to be a little more respect" between real estate agents and loan officers, panelists Padi Goodspeed, Kathy Helbig-Strick and Katie Sweeney discussed at Inman Connect Las Vegas.

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Mortgage rates return to peak levels, inflation ticks up

Real Estate News

Average rates reached 6.96% again after rising three weeks in a row, and after falling last month, inflation crept back up.

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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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Home Prices Are Back on the Rise [INFOGRAPHIC]

Keeping Current Matters

Looking at monthly home price data from six expert sources shows the worst home price declines are behind us, and they’re rising again nationally.

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Freddie Mac releases 2023 stress test results

Housing Wire

In accordance with the Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act, Freddie Mac has released its 2023 Stress Test Disclosure, which reflects two hypothetical economic scenarios, including a “severely adverse” scenario. Under the latter, Freddie Mac would face a credit loss of $13.7 billion — or 0.4% of its total portfolio — under the adverse scenario.

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Jon Cheplak doles out tough love to brokers on agent attrition

Inman

"Stop interviewing," Cheplak urged. "You need to interrogate." The real estate coach and leadership expert shared advice Wednesday at Inman Connect Las Vegas.

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Record-high home prices are back in many metros

Real Estate News

A new Black Knight report reveals major gains in the Midwest and Northeast, signals an end to the U.S. housing correction.

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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.

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What Are Mill Rates: Understanding Property Taxes

Maximum Exposure Real Estate

The mill rate is an important factor in understanding property taxes in the US. It represents the taxes paid per dollar of a property’s assessed value. Property taxes are calculated by multiplying the assessed value by the mill rate and dividing the result by 1,000. Mill rates vary depending on the local jurisdiction and are […] The post What Are Mill Rates: Understanding Property Taxes appeared first on Maximum Real Estate Exposure.

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REIT fight: Western Asset agrees to merge with AG Mortgage after spurning Terra

Housing Wire

AG Mortgage Investment Trust, Inc. entered into a definitive agreement Tuesday to merge with Western Asset Mortgage Capital Corp., beating its competitor Terra Property Trust, Inc. AG Mortgage, a pure-play residential mortgage REIT controlled by Angelo, Gordon & Co. and owner of mortgage lender ARC Home , made a stock-and-cash offer for its peer Western Asset, managed by Franklin Resources, Inc.

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EXp Realty’s Claudia Inoa: ‘We don’t have to just be agents’

Inman

Real estate agent, podcast host, coach and event creator Claudia Inoa encouraged the Inman Connect Las Vegas audience Tuesday to be open to new opportunities.

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Kofi Nartey to drive growth at Real, 'share what I have learned'

Real Estate News

The billion-dollar sports and entertainment broker has moved his Globl RED team to The Real Brokerage where he will serve as national growth leader.

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Rise of The Apps: Building Your Dream Tech Stack For Real Estate Success

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.