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A key home price metric has skyrocketed since 2019

Housing Wire

A report released Wednesday by Realtor.com shows that a key measurement of U.S. home values is growing faster that the more commonly viewed metric of listing price. The analysis revealed that, across the 50 largest U.S. metro areas, price per square foot rose by 52.7% during the five-year period ending in May 2024. By comparison, the national median list price for a home jumped 37.5% during the same period to its current level of $442,500.

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'Unfiltered' podcast: Using the media to your advantage

Real Estate News

Watch the conversation with industry news leader Mitch Robinson as he offers advice for working with local news outlets to “tell your story in a proactive way.

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The Sweet Spot for Buying Luxury Homes

Keeping Current Matters

If you’ve been looking for a home at the high-end of your market, but haven’t found the right one, you may have put your search on hold.

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Will dual agency become common after NAR’s settlement?

Inman

Some believe more buyers will come to the table without agents. That could lead to fertile breeding grounds for the polarizing practice sometimes known as "double ending.

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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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HUD launches manufactured home community loan program

Housing Wire

The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) this week announced the launch of a new program designed to allow for the purchase, refinance or renovation of manufactured housing under a loan program sponsored by the Federal Housing Administration (FHA). The Manufactured Home Community loan product will “will help entities to preserve, stabilize, and revitalize these vital sources of affordable housing,” the department explained.

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Housing affordability is a top election issue for young voters

Real Estate News

91% of Gen Zers in a recent survey said the cost of housing will play into who they vote for in November’s presidential election.

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Microsoft removes portal data from Bing Real Estate after outcry

Inman

Four days after Bing Real Estate came under fire for its alleged co-opting of listing data from Zillow, Redfin and Realtor.com, Microsoft has removed for-sale listing data from its site.

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Homeowners sitting on a pile of cash with $17T in home equity: CoreLogic

Housing Wire

Home equity continued to rise in the first quarter of 2024 as residential properties with mortgages collectively gained $1.5 trillion in equity over the past year, according to a CoreLogic report released Friday. The average U.S. homeowner with a mortgage added $28,000 in equity during the year ending in March 2024 — the highest year-over-year increase since late 2022.

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After backlash, Bing is removing MLS listings

Real Estate News

Industry leaders began sounding the alarm last week after seeing unlicensed data on a portal-like section of Microsoft’s search engine.

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More Than a House: The Emotional Benefits of Homeownership

Keeping Current Matters

With all the headlines and talk about housing affordability, it can be tempting to get lost in the financial side of buying a home.

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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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Microsoft’s mysterious real estate portal sparks data safety concerns

Inman

Industry watchers are sounding the alarm about Microsoft's Bing Real Estate, a site that for several months has been reposting listings from Zillow, Realtor.com and Redfin without explanation.

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This is a big week for housing, jobs and mortgage rates 

Housing Wire

Mortgage rates have been a bit more volatile recently due to hawkish Federal Reserve statements and inflation data, which has impacted some of the recent movement in the 10-year yield. But now we have the big jobs week coming up! So, what does this all mean for the housing market and the future of mortgage rates? 10-year yield and mortgage rates As we approach a crucial week for mortgage rates , the 10-year yield and labor data could influence the Fed’s decisions.

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US homeowners saw equity soar to near-record highs

Real Estate News

According to a new CoreLogic report, the typical homeowner saw their home equity increase by $28,000 over the past year.

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The Wealth-Building Power of Homeownership [INFOGRAPHIC]

Keeping Current Matters

If you’re trying to decide if buying a home is worth it, consider the long-term benefits, like building equity as home values grow over time.

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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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Buyer appeals Keller Williams, Anywhere, RE/MAX settlements

Inman

The franchisors are not required to implement the business practice changes they agreed to until after the appeals process.

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Home prices are slipping in Florida, Arizona and Texas

Housing Wire

Mortgage rates decided to bounce back into the 7s this week. We can see an impact in that immediately as home sales are slowing down. These are the homes that go into contract immediately after listing. We also see new pending sales slowing and price reductions ticking up. The most notable thing in the data this week is that, while home prices nationally are still holding a few percentage points higher than last year, home prices have started to decline in a few states — Florida, Arizona and Tex

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Mark your calendars: 3 key dates for the industry and the DOJ

Real Estate News

Several commissions-related milestones are coming up, starting with the NAR settlement opt-in deadline in less than two weeks.

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Your Equity Could Make a Move Possible

Keeping Current Matters

Many homeowners looking to sell feel like they’re stuck between a rock and a hard place right now.

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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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Clarence Thomas reports more trips with developer Harlan Crow

Inman

The trips were to the Indonesian island of Bali and the secretive, all-male club known as Bohemian Grove in Northern California.

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86% of consumers say it’s a bad time to buy a house: Fannie Mae

Housing Wire

Consumer attitudes toward the purchase of a home fell “markedly” in May, while the percentage of consumers who said it was a “bad” time to buy a home grew month over month from 79% to 86%, according to new survey data from government-sponsored enterprise (GSE) Fannie Mae. The Fannie Mae Home Purchase Sentiment Index (HPSI) decreased 2.5 points in May to 69.4, marking an all-time low in the measurement of consumer sentiment toward homebuying.

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Commission-sharing sites are cropping up — will they last?

Real Estate News

MLSs will no longer display offers of compensation, but some online startups say they have workarounds that comply with new rules. The DOJ may disagree.

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How to Avoid Losing Earnest Money Deposit When Buying a Home

RIS Media

Buying a home involves multiple steps, including providing an earnest money deposit. This deposit is a sign of good faith between the buyer and seller. It indicates the buyer’s commitment to purchasing the property. However, losing this deposit can be a significant financial setback. I will guide you with the following information so you don’t… The post How to Avoid Losing Earnest Money Deposit When Buying a Home appeared first on RISMedia.

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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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If you build it, business will come

Inman

Inventory shortages challenge buyers, but new construction, boosting sales by nearly 14 percent, offers opportunities for professionals. Learn how to confidently compete and seize these opportunities.

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U.S. job creation exceeds forecasts, signals delays in rate cuts

Housing Wire

Job creation that exceeded expectations in May has reinforced the perception that the Federal Reserve will maintain the same benchmark interest rates at its June meeting and may delay any rate cuts that were planned for this year. This means that mortgage rates are likely to be higher for even longer than previously expected. The U.S. economy added 272,000 jobs in May, above the market consensus estimate of 180,000.

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The best medicine for MLS ‘disruption’? Info, says Unlock CEO

Real Estate News

The Austin-based MLS will roll out mandatory changes a few days early to help its members “own the moment” in August and beyond.

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Pricing Strategies for Houses in Poor Condition

RIS Media

Are you wondering how to set an accurate price for a home in rough shape? Selling a house in poor condition presents unique challenges, primarily in setting a price that reflects its current state and potential market value. I will provide tips for effective pricing strategies for such properties, unpack the factors influencing their valuation… The post Pricing Strategies for Houses in Poor Condition appeared first on RISMedia.

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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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Opendoor rolls out mobile truck with instant offers in Nashville

Inman

"The Offer Mobile" is driving around neighborhoods in Nashville, Tennessee, to literally bring Opendoor's instant offers to consumers' front doors.

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What we should learn from the jobs week data

Housing Wire

Following a few days of declining bond yields and mortgage rates this week, the trajectory took a significant turn on Friday with the release of favorable labor data , sparking a notable increase in the 10-year yield, a key indicator for those in housing. The BLS jobs report shows the honey badger labor market woke up and once again chose violence this morning.

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Offerpad flips the script by offering agents listings, not buyers

Real Estate News

CEO Brian Bair discusses the iBuyer’s push to expand agent programs and its strategy for success in a post-settlement future.

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How Much Should a State’s Landlord-Tenant Laws Affect Your Real Estate Investing Strategy?

Bigger Pockets

If you are a new investor with limited capital, having the misfortune of renting to a bad tenant in a tenant-friendly state can cripple you financially and put you off […]

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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.