Housing Wire
DECEMBER 29, 2021
A bullish housing market. What a year 2021 has been. We started the year with many pundits saying that the U.S. economic recovery was a false story and that we were about to embark on a second housing bubble crash due to forbearance. However, not only did the U.S. economy continue to recover from the lows of April of 2020, but the 2021 economic data shows it has been one of the hottest years in many decades.
Realty Biz
DECEMBER 29, 2021
Unmet expectations, incomplete jobs, failed DIY projects — these cautionary tales plague homeowners and investors as they contemplate their home improvement projects. If a neglected home is deteriorating, it may be better to sell “as is” to a company that buys houses fast for cash — no repairs needed. But if you have the time and money, renovations can increase your resale value.
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Realty Biz
DECEMBER 30, 2021
Private mortgage insurance (PMI) might sound like something that will protect you if you can’t make a mortgage payment. There is some limited truth to that but mostly PMI is something that you pay as a homebuyer, but is for the benefit of your lender. PMI is almost always required when you take out a conventional loan with a down payment that is less than 20% of the purchase price.
Keeping Current Matters
DECEMBER 27, 2021
Once you’ve found your dream home and applied for a mortgage, there are some key things to keep in mind before you close.
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Housing Wire
DECEMBER 30, 2021
This article is part of our HousingWire 2022 forecast series. After the series wraps early next year, join us on February 8 for the HW+ Virtual 2022 Forecast Event. Bringing together some of the top economists and researchers in housing, the event will provide an in-depth look at the predictions for next year, along with a roundtable discussion on how these insights apply to your business.
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Sotheby's International Real Estate
DECEMBER 25, 2021
These five homes feature eye-catching fireplaces—from a commanding tower of stacked stone to a sleekly streamlined contemporary fixture—that contribute both warmth and style. Impeccable Style in Pacific Heights. San Francisco, California | Tania Toubba, Sotheby’s International Realty – San Francisco Brokerage. Sophisticated and inviting, this timeless four-level residence on one of the most desirable blocks in Pacific Heights has been impeccably updated while maintaining respect for its ar
Keeping Current Matters
DECEMBER 28, 2021
As a buyer in a sellers’ market, sometimes it can feel like you’re stuck between a rock and a hard place.
Housing Wire
DECEMBER 28, 2021
This article is part of our HousingWire 2022 forecast series. After the series wraps early next year, join us on February 8 for the HW+ Virtual 2022 Forecast Event. Bringing together some of the top economists and researchers in housing, the event will provide an in-depth look at the predictions for next year, along with a roundtable discussion on how these insights apply to your business.
Better Dwelling
DECEMBER 29, 2021
Canadian homeowners often say affordability isn’t that bad, new buyers just need to stretch further. That’s because they’re most likely unaware they’re paying half of what it takes to buy a home now. Equifax data shows an average homeowner pays half as much on a mortgage compared to buyers in Q3 2021. This trend has […].
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Fancy Pants Homes
DECEMBER 28, 2021
Bing Crosby’s midcentury modern home in Rancho Mirage, Calif. is back on the market Asking $4.5 million, the property has been listed for sale a few times before, with no takers The home is most famous for hosting illustrious guests, and rumored to be the place where JFK and Marilyn Monroe spent time together. The Palm Springs area was a crazy popular celeb destination in the 1950s and ’60s.
Keeping Current Matters
DECEMBER 29, 2021
As we move into 2022, both buyers and sellers are wondering, what’s next?
Housing Wire
DECEMBER 27, 2021
Blank check company Aurora Acquisition Corp. said on Monday that Vishal Garg is still Better.com ‘s CEO, and that it will keep the proposed merger with the digital mortgage lender. The communication comes after Garg took leave early this month in response to an onslaught of negative media coverage because he laid off 900 employees via Zoom. Garg is on leave to “reflect and refocus” but will remain the company’s CEO, the SPAC said in a document filed with the Securities an
Better Dwelling
DECEMBER 27, 2021
Canadian households have much bigger mortgage payments, even with cheap debt. Or maybe because of cheap debt? The average mortgage payment in Q3 2021 showed a big jump, according to TransUnion data. Instead of lowering payments, low rates have fueled record home sales and refinancing. The increased demand has driven home prices higher leading to […].
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Sotheby's International Real Estate
DECEMBER 28, 2021
Known for its Greek Revival homes and Manhattan’s largest concentration of Federal-style row houses, the Charlton-King-Vandam Historic District was carved from the grounds of the Richmond Hill estate, built in 1767 and known for years as one of the most beautiful mansions in the city. After serving as George Washington’s headquarters during the Revolutionary War and the official mansion for Vice President John Adams, the property was purchased by Aaron Burr, who divided the acreage into lots and
Keeping Current Matters
DECEMBER 30, 2021
Selling your house is no simple task.
Housing Wire
DECEMBER 27, 2021
This article is part of our HousingWire 2022 forecast series. After the series wraps early next year, join us on February 8 for the HW+ Virtual 2022 Forecast Event. Bringing together some of the top economists and researchers in housing, the event will provide an in-depth look at the predictions for next year, along with a roundtable discussion on how these insights apply to your business.
Realtor.com
DECEMBER 27, 2021
Realtor.com / Getty Images Most of us have neighbors who like to tackle projects around their houses. And you’ve likely learned to live with the occasional clacking and banging from their smaller DIY undertakings. First, there was the birdhouse construction, then the installation of the backyard playset, and finally the racket that produced a grill gazebo.
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Lighter Side of Real Estate
DECEMBER 30, 2021
Buying a house was challenging for many buyers in 2021, but especially for first-time buyers. Competition and prices were high, and inventory was low, and while some predictions suggest things will loosen up a bit in 2022, buyers will still need to have an aggressive strategy heading into the new year. According to this REALTOR Magazine article , first-time buyers are optimistic about their chances in 2022, and many are changing their strategies to increase their odds of success.
Housing Wire
DECEMBER 31, 2021
This week’s HW+ member spotlight features Sarah DeCiantis, chief marketing officer at United Wholesale Mortgage. As a 2019 Vanguard and Women of Influence , DeCiantis is the catalyst behind United Wholesale Mortgage’s strategic approach to marketing, which has helped the company become the No. 1 wholesale lender. DeCiantis oversees advertising, public relations, social media, creative and customer relationship management that has established the company as the gold standard of the wholesale mort
Better Dwelling
DECEMBER 28, 2021
After taking a break at the start of the pandemic, Canadian real estate has seen subprime borrowers return. Equifax data shows an abrupt uptick in the share of new mortgages going to subprime borrowers in Q3 2021. It’s still a relatively small share, especially in contrast to historic levels. However, this is the first time […]. The post Canadian Subprime Real Estate Buyers Surged Higher Last Quarter appeared first on Better Dwelling.
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Coldwell Banker
DECEMBER 29, 2021
Extra, extra! Read the top 10 news items that ran from January through December of 2021 about Coldwell Banker and its stellar agents. This is just a sampling of the 14,000+ press placements that occurred throughout the year. The post The Top Coldwell Banker Press Placements of 2021 appeared first on Coldwell Banker Blue Matter.
Eye on Housing
DECEMBER 29, 2021
With the end of 2021 approaching, NAHB’s Eye on Housing is reviewing the posts that attracted the most readers over the last year. In March, Na Zhao analyzed the age of the housing stock. According to the latest data from the 2019 American Community Survey (ACS), the median age of owner-occupied homes was 39 years. The age of the.
Housing Wire
DECEMBER 27, 2021
This article is part of our HousingWire 2022 forecast series. After the series wraps early next year, join us on February 8 for the HW+ Virtual 2022 Forecast Event. Bringing together some of the top economists and researchers in housing, the event will provide an in-depth look at the predictions for next year, along with a roundtable discussion on how these insights apply to your business.
Realtor.com
DECEMBER 29, 2021
Getty Images First-time homebuyers may assume that once they purchase their home—an expensive feat these days—they are done bleeding money. However, they may not be properly budgeting for common home improvement projects, which can be substantial. Many Americans are underestimating the price of many popular home improvement and maintenance projects, such as installing new windows, doing the landscaping, and painting the interiors, according to a recent HomeAdvisor, powered by Angi, survey.
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