The Price of Perfection: Don’t Wait for the Perfect Home
Keeping Current Matters
JULY 10, 2024
In life, patience is a virtue – but in the world of homebuying, waiting too long in hopes of finding the perfect home actually isn't wise.
Keeping Current Matters
JULY 10, 2024
In life, patience is a virtue – but in the world of homebuying, waiting too long in hopes of finding the perfect home actually isn't wise.
Housing Wire
JULY 8, 2024
Since launching in late June, Ryan Serhant’s latest reality TV venture “ Owning Manhattan ” on Netflix , has become quite the phenomenon. Despite debuting on June 28, the show cracked Netflix’s top-10 most streamed shows in the U.S. for the week ending on June 30. The show stars Serhant, who is no stranger to reality TV, having spent a decade starring in Million Dollar Listing New York , among other shows, and several of SERHANT.’s agents and team leaders.
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Inman
JULY 10, 2024
Developing areas of specialization enhances service, efficiency, and effectiveness and results in greater professional success for both teams and individual agents, coach Verl Workman writes.
Real Estate News
JULY 12, 2024
The typical agent had fewer transactions and less income last year, NAR found, but that’s not stopping newcomers from joining — and old pros are doing well.
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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.
Keeping Current Matters
JULY 9, 2024
If you’re thinking about selling your house, here’s something you really need to know.
Housing Wire
JULY 10, 2024
With the release of the CoreLogic 2024 Q1 Equity Insights report, which Logan discussed last week , and now the FHFA National Mortgage Database Aggregate Statistics , we have a lot of visibility into the financial position of the American homeowner. The important message in the mortgage data is that even as the economy perhaps finally slows and even as mortgage rates stay higher for longer than anyone expected, the housing market remains buoyed by an incredible cushion of very strong borrowers.
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Real Estate News
JULY 12, 2024
So much for that housing market recovery everyone was expecting. Builders and boomers could provide bright spots, but what about the NAR settlement?
Keeping Current Matters
JULY 8, 2024
Even if you didn't own a home at the time, you probably remember the housing crisis in 2008.
Housing Wire
JULY 12, 2024
A survey of mortgage default servicing leaders revealed that foreclosures are expected to rise slowly during the second half of 2024, while ample amounts of home equity should keep many properties in loss mitigation from moving into foreclosure status. Auction.com , a marketplace for distressed home sales, released its 2024 Seller Insights report on Friday.
Inman
JULY 7, 2024
As a real estate agent, your reputation can make or break your business. Christy Murdock shares seven things that can significantly damage your professional image and what you can do to avoid them.
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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.
Real Estate News
JULY 8, 2024
Bucking industry trends, consumer sentiment is at the highest level in more than two years, according to Fannie Mae’s latest survey.
Keeping Current Matters
JULY 11, 2024
Retirement is a time for relaxation, adventure, and enjoying the things you love.
Housing Wire
JULY 11, 2024
Mortgage rates are falling today as the CPI inflation data came in lighter than anticipated. The shelter side of the equation was a big help in today’s report. The financial markets’ dynamism was evident in the immediate reaction to the 10-year yield, which had a waterfall dive to a key critical level of around 4.20%, as shown below. With the labor market showing signs of softening and the Federal Reserve expressing concerns, the possibility of our first-rate cut in 2024 looms.
Inman
JULY 9, 2024
The thing holding many local MLSs in place is a desire for power and control rather than seeking the best for real estate agents and brokers, writes Mainframe Real Estate founder Sean Frank.
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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.
Real Estate News
JULY 9, 2024
BBB’s ad division sides with Realtor.com challenges to Homes.com traffic claims — the latest twist in the hard-fought battle for the No. 2 spot in home search.
RIS Media
JULY 11, 2024
Estate planning is arranging for the management and disposal of a person’s estate during their life and after death. It ensures your assets are distributed according to your wishes and provides financial security for your family. I will provide the following information to educate you on the process: The essentials of estate planning and its… The post Estate Planning for Family Members: A Comprehensive Guide appeared first on RISMedia.
Housing Wire
JULY 12, 2024
The California Association of Realtors (CAR) evidently wants no part of the Department of Justice. The association announced on Wednesday that it will release new and updated forms after a delay caused by the DOJ launching a formal inquiry into CAR at the end of June. The DOJ expressed concerns about possible loopholes the forms might contain, which could allow agents to skirt new rules implemented as part of the National Association of Realtors’ (NAR) antitrust settlement.
Inman
JULY 12, 2024
The California Association of Realtors says even though offers of compensation among brokers remain legal, members and their clients should not rely on "historically common practices.
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.
Real Estate News
JULY 12, 2024
Settlement details and dates have been set for Compass, Real, Douglas Elliman, Realty One and @properties, but NAR hit a roadblock in its fight with the DOJ.
RIS Media
JULY 8, 2024
Purchasing a condo is a significant investment. Like any other real estate purchase, it pays to understand what you’re buying. A thorough condo inspection is essential to make a well-informed decision and avoid pitfalls. I will provide you with the following information so you can make an informed decision. I have put tremendous effort into… The post The Importance of Condo Inspections Before Purchase appeared first on RISMedia.
Housing Wire
JULY 9, 2024
Mortgage rates held steady over the past week despite recent signs of relief from the labor market, according to HousingWire’s Mortgage Rates Center. In large part because of the lack of clarity as to when the Federal Reserve will begin cutting the benchmark rate, mortgage rates remained above the 7% level. The average 30-year rate for conforming loans sat at 7.11% on Tuesday, unchanged from one week ago.
Inman
JULY 12, 2024
Stay ahead of the market with Chris Pollinger's top 6 luxury real estate trends of 2024. Learn what luxury clients are seeking and how to cater to their discerning taste.
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Now more than ever, brokers need to provide agents with the right tools, strategies, and training to effectively demonstrate their expertise, negotiate successfully, and foster strong client relationships. So – what should brokers do to ensure this? Invest in the right technology, continuous education, and innovative marketing strategies that empower agents to stand out in a crowded marketplace.
Real Estate News
JULY 9, 2024
Eric Elfman took the helm at the proptech giant in June and is ready to take on competitors, go deeper with AI and “get back to customer-centricity.
Seattle Times Real Estate
JULY 9, 2024
Seattle hopes to spur hundreds of new apartments in what are now empty office buildings, but converting buildings can be expensive and difficult.
Housing Wire
JULY 9, 2024
Fast-growing firm The Real Brokerage is celebrating its 10 th anniversary by announcing that it has surpassed 20,000 agents. In an announcement on Tuesday, the firm said it has added roughly 1,000 agents per month throughout the first half of 2024. “I can’t tell you what an amazing feeling it is to reach this milestone. Thank you to our agents and Real employees who come to work each day committed to creating a different type of real estate experience.
Inman
JULY 9, 2024
The deal marks the seventh purchase in 12 months for Massachusetts-based Lamacchia Realty as it signals acquisitions across New England in 2025. "I want to triple that in the next 12," CEO says.
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.
Real Estate News
JULY 9, 2024
A new statement takes aim at “misinformation and concern” surrounding the proposed sale of REcolorado and provides details on the buyer and his intentions.
RIS Media
JULY 9, 2024
Housing inventory saw a big increase in June, as the number of homes actively for sale grew for an eighth straight month and increased 36.7% year-over-year, according to new data from Realtor.com®. Realtor.com’s Monthly Housing Trends Report for June found that new listings increased 6.3%, but were down 24.4% from 2019. In addition, the median… The post Report: Housing Inventory Grows Nationwide appeared first on RISMedia.
Housing Wire
JULY 12, 2024
Many of the norms and habits that followed the pandemic have led some to question whether younger generations, Generation Z in particular, will still see homeownership as the American dream. This worry has been supported by the rising trend of the digital nomad , the fact that more Americans are still living with their parents during their twenties , and the market challenges of low inventory and affordability since the pandemic.
Inman
JULY 9, 2024
In his six months as president, Sears has racked up time in Washington with the DOJ, focused on the trade organization's future and traveled — a lot. He shared his takeaways with Inman ahead of ICLV.
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