Bigger Pockets

MAY 15, 2023

The latest data from the Emerging Housing Markets Index is out. Here are the markets that made the top 20 list.

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Inman

MAY 17, 2023

Implementing robust content marketing solutions will allow agents to prove the value of their efforts, writes content marketing expert Joe Hyrkin, while also enabling them to evaluate and plan new outreach strategies guaranteed to drive engagement and conversions.

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RIS Media

MAY 16, 2023

When you sign the purchase agreement for your dream home, you are locked into a legal contract with the seller. But what happens if you need to back out? Many ask if a seller can back out of a real estate contract but what about home buyers? Perhaps something about the home isn’t as expected,… The post When Is Someone Able to Terminate a Real Estate Contract?

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Housing Wire

MAY 16, 2023

Homebuilder confidence is continuing to trend upward this spring, according to the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB)/Wells Fargo Housing Market Index (HMI) report, released Tuesday. In May, home builder confidence in the market for newly built single-family homes rose to an index value of 50, an increase of five points from the April reading.

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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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Keeping Current Matters

MAY 15, 2023

Even though home prices have moderated over the last year, many homeowners still have an incredible amount of equity.

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Broke Agent Media

MAY 18, 2023

Stuck in the weeds of creating your own real estate brand? I’ve got a fix for that. If you haven’t yet explored ChatGPT ’s potential for saving you hours and hours of time on creating brand messaging, you need this right now. Plenty of agents struggle with this. And the good news is that even if you outgrow the branding you start with, you can always rebrand down the line when you get more clarity on your core values and brand messaging.

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BubbleInfo

MAY 16, 2023

Here’s another example of how the frenzy has taken a different path in each area. Carlsbad, Encinitas, La Jolla and Rancho Santa Fe are rolling along with about the same or more pendings than last month – which should have been the peak – but the wheels have come off the wagon in Carmel Valley.

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Real Estate News

MAY 14, 2023

For some homebuyers, their "fur babies" come first. Agents who know how to best serve clients with pets can land more business, and maybe a few nose nuzzles.

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Realty Biz

MAY 15, 2023

In today's digital age, effective marketing is crucial for real estate agents looking to reach a wider audience and generate more leads. Digital marketing offers a range of powerful tools and strategies to help real estate professionals enhance their online presence, engage with potential buyers and sellers, and drive business growth. In this article, we will delve into the world of digital marketing for real estate agents , exploring key strategies, tactics, and platforms that can elevate your

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Housing Wire

MAY 18, 2023

Just when I thought days on market were returning to normal, that number for existing homes fell back down to 22 days. Why is this so important to me? If the days on the market are at a teenager level or even lower, it’s never a good sign for the housing market. I would say it’s savagely unhealthy to have that level and even though we’re not there yet, we are dangerously close.

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Keeping Current Matters

MAY 16, 2023

If you’re following the news today, you may feel a bit unsure about what’s happening with home prices and fear whether or not the worst is yet to come.

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Real Estate News

MAY 16, 2023

HomeServices of America CEO Gino Blefari knows what agents are facing — and what they’re capable of. His advice? Keep going. Winning is possible.

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Inman

MAY 18, 2023

Sisu, a proptech that combines sales cycle and workflow automation with performance tracking technology, said Client Portal 2.0 aims to refine how agent teams interact with critical vendors.

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Housing Wire

MAY 17, 2023

The best way to fight inflation and get lower mortgage rates is to get more apartment units finished, and so far, this has been slower than my tortoise Grundy. One of the most frustrating data lines since COVID-19 has been housing completion data. Of course, we all understood the delays during the pandemic, but those days are over. We need to ramp things up and so far, it hasn’t been spectacular.

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Keeping Current Matters

MAY 19, 2023

If you’re looking to buy a home, you should know even a small change in mortgage rates has an impact on your purchasing power.

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Real Estate News

MAY 17, 2023

In an exclusive interview, CoStar CEO Andy Florance shared his ambitious road map for Homes.com’s growth and a critique of the site's competitors.

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Inman

MAY 16, 2023

Office-to-residential conversions are on the upswing as remote work destabilizes commercial real estate nationwide. "Everything is on the table," affordable housing advocate Janan New told Inman.

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Housing Wire

MAY 14, 2023

The rise of active listings in this spring housing market reminds me of a zombie slowly rising from its grave. Yes, we found the seasonal bottom for housing inventory on April 14, but this year’s rise in active listings has been tepid at best. Here’s a quick rundown of the last week: Total active listings grew 662 weekly, and new listing data is still trending at all-time lows.

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Keeping Current Matters

MAY 17, 2023

The National Association of Realtors (NAR) will release its latest Existing Home Sales Report tomorrow.

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Real Estate News

MAY 15, 2023

Shady lenders and vendors make big promises that are often too good to be true. Learn how to vet them, and how to spot red flags.

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Inman

MAY 16, 2023

Founded in 2004 and averaging $1.5 billion in sales, the former Windermere Homes & Estates franchisee is hanging a shingle with eXp Realty, broker-owner Rich Johnson announced on Monday.

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Housing Wire

MAY 18, 2023

Existing home sales declined yet again in April, according to a report from the National Association of Realtors (NAR), released Thursday. After posting a surprise 14.5% monthly increase in February , existing home sales were back down again in March , a trend that continued into April, with existing home sales posting a 3.4% monthly decline to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 4.28 million.

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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.

Agents

Keeping Current Matters

MAY 18, 2023

The spring housing market has been surprisingly active this year.

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Real Estate News

MAY 19, 2023

Rent growth was up just 0.3% YoY in April and is falling below inflation and wage growth, which "suggests better times ahead for the U.S. economy.

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Inman

MAY 15, 2023

The Piano Man has decided to trade out his 26-acre Oyster Bay estate, complete with two outdoor pools and a helipad, in favor of spending more time in Florida with his family.

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Housing Wire

MAY 18, 2023

Chicago-based technology company Gateless announced this week that Guaranteed Rate , a Chicago-based leading mortgage lender, has implemented its Smart Underwrite solution, a groundbreaking technology that aims to transform the borrower experience. In a fast-paced real estate market, many potential homebuyers miss out on their dream homes due to the lengthy mortgage approval process.

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Bigger Pockets

MAY 17, 2023

The looming debt ceiling is worrisome, as the economic implications that follow a possible default are unprecedented and could be catastrophic for all sectors, including real estate. Here's what you need to know.

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Real Estate News

MAY 16, 2023

After a year of declining confidence in 2022, homebuilder optimism is on the rise, driven by buyer demand that is outpacing the supply of existing homes.

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Inman

MAY 16, 2023

According to Julia Lashay Israel, Keller Williams' head of inclusion and belonging, by fostering an inclusive and equitable housing market, real estate businesses can attract a diverse clientele, enhance their reputation and contribute to a more prosperous society.

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Housing Wire

MAY 17, 2023

After falling 0.8% in March , housing starts were back up again in April, according to a report released Wednesday by the U.S. Census Bureau and the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). Home starts checked in at an estimated annual pace of 1.401 million in April, up 2.2% month over month. Despite this increase, housing starts were down 22.3% on a yearly basis.

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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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