Marco Santarelli
MAY 24, 2023
In the latest Vintage 2022 Population Estimates released by the U.S. Census Bureau, Texas emerges as the frontrunner with the highest number of fastest-growing cities in the country. The South, in particular, boasts nine out of the 15 cities experiencing rapid growth. This article explores notable cities and trends, shedding light on the population changes and housing unit growth in various regions.
Inman
MAY 24, 2023
In an interview with Intel, real estate tech strategist Mike DelPrete laid out how artificial intelligence might change the industry, including real estate search portals, and why we're not there yet.
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Housing Wire
MAY 21, 2023
It was a wild ride for the housing market last week! The 10-year yield rose noticeably, sending mortgage rates near 7% right in the heart of the spring selling season. New listings data fell, however, active inventory grew. And purchase apps had a weekly negative print, continuing the 2023 theme of higher rates impacting the data. Here’s a quick rundown of the last week: Total active listings grew by 3,809 weekly, but new listings are still trending at all-time lows.
Keeping Current Matters
MAY 22, 2023
The process of buying a home can feel a bit intimidating, even under normal circumstances.
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.
RIS Media
MAY 22, 2023
Rocket Mortgage recently introduced ONE+, a new 1% down home loan program that will dramatically increase access to homeownership for millions of low-to-moderate-income earning Americans, the company has announced. With ONE+, Rocket Mortgage stated that a homebuyer is only required to make a down payment of 1% of the purchase price and they will cover… The post Rocket Mortgage Offers New 1% Down Home-Loan Program appeared first on RISMedia.
Sotheby's International Real Estate
MAY 24, 2023
Featuring curated videos from the most sought-after destinations the world over, discover this week’s Video of the Week. Huntersville, North Carolina | Premier Sotheby’s International Realty Merancas Island, envisioned by the renowned architect Harry Schrader, unveils a resort-like lifestyle that is truly unparalleled. A gated driveway winds its way past a charming two-bedroom guest house that is perfect for hosting loved ones or accommodating staff.
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Windemere Buying
MAY 24, 2023
The beauty of real estate is that different properties satisfy different needs. Although single-family homes are great for putting down roots, that may not be your motivation for purchasing your next home. If you’re looking to buy a property with the intent of renting it, both turnkey and fixer-upper listings will cross your path during your home search.
BubbleInfo
MAY 24, 2023
There will be more headlines about home sales being down – way down – and people might wonder if it means anything. Not really – it’s because there are fewer homes for sale. It looks like it will continue too.
Housing Wire
MAY 23, 2023
In a country with more than 330 million people, there are only 70,000 new homes available for sale today in the U.S. housing market. And with total active house listings in America near all-time lows, that is all we have for completed units for sale. The number of new homes doesn’t ever get into the millions, but we are still working our way back to the pre-COVID levels of 80,000 to 100,000.
Real Estate News
MAY 23, 2023
As existing home listings have fallen, the inventory of new homes has increased — and prices have dropped — making them an attractive option.
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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
MAY 24, 2023
You’re probably feeling the impact of high inflation every day as prices have gone up on groceries, gas, and more.
Inman
MAY 26, 2023
The home in Studio City was renovated by HGTV in 2019 and has since been used in a number of the network's specials and series. Now one lucky buyer will be able to keep a piece of television history.
Housing Wire
MAY 23, 2023
Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac executives recognize that the wave of loan-repurchase requests represents an added challenge for lenders who already have a stretched balance sheet. However, Fannie Mae’s position is that the loan-repurchase increases are an economic problem, not an underwriting process issue. Meanwhile, Freddie Mac said it’s in talks with lenders to address the problem through a more customer-focused approach.
Real Estate News
MAY 26, 2023
Pinnacle Realty Advisors CEO Sam Sawyer discusses his company’s model, growth trajectory and the traps they’re trying to avoid along the way.
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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.
Keeping Current Matters
MAY 23, 2023
For many of us, visiting the same vacation spot every year is a summer tradition that’s fun, relaxing, and restful.
Inman
MAY 22, 2023
Does this sound familiar? You have a beautiful listing that would be a fantastic investment for a buyer — yet it has dated paint colors, worn furniture, and too many accessories that will ultimately detract from the results you know you could achieve for your seller.
Housing Wire
MAY 23, 2023
In my last market outlook for HousingWire, published in January , I offered two predictions for the early 2023 retail housing market based on forward-looking Auction.com bidding behavior from the fourth quarter of 2022: A home price correction nationwide and in the majority of major markets Home sales volume bottoming out While both predictions have played out in large part (more on that below), bidder behavior on Auction.com in the first quarter turned a sharp corner, indicating a robust reboun
Real Estate News
MAY 24, 2023
“You do not want to think you're smarter than your customers,” Florance said on CoStar’s strategy of building Homes.com as a platform for agents and consumers.
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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.
Keeping Current Matters
MAY 25, 2023
If you’re trying to decide if now’s the time to sell your house, here’s what you should know.
Inman
MAY 25, 2023
A federal appeals court on Wednesday denied a request from NAR, Anywhere, Keller Williams, RE/MAX and HomeServices of America to overturn class certification in the Moehrl lawsuit.
Housing Wire
MAY 22, 2023
Rocket Mortgage introduced a new 1% down home loan program aiming to target more than 90 million borrowers. Rocket’s new product comes on the heels of rival United Wholesale Mortgage (UWM) rolling out a similar program. Dubbed ONE+, a buyer using this program who’s purchasing a single-family home, and whose income is equal to or less than 80% of their area median income (AMI), is only required to make a down payment of 1% of the purchase price.
Real Estate News
MAY 20, 2023
Marc King explains why Keller Williams needs to be the tech company of choice and why the industry needs agents who value service over shortcuts.
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.
Keeping Current Matters
MAY 26, 2023
If you want to sell your house, consider doing it this summer.
Inman
MAY 22, 2023
Jordan Cohen of RE/MAX One spent three decades rising through the ranks and becoming the go-to real estate agent for professional athletes and celebrities alike.
Housing Wire
MAY 22, 2023
Housing demand has shifted more toward the new home market, Fannie Mae ’s Economic and Strategic Research (ESR) Group noted in its May economic outlook. While mortgage rates have pulled back modestly from their highs in early March, ongoing affordability constraints, a lack of inventory for sale, and the ongoing persistence of a “lock-in effect” – where existing homeowners with low mortgage rates are disincentivized to sell their homes – are likely to keep sales subdued for the remainder of the
Real Estate News
MAY 25, 2023
The value prop of MLSs as data aggregation organizations could be industry-changing. But like in "Moneyball," they'll need to play the game differently.
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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.
RIS Media
MAY 26, 2023
Owning a home brings many opportunities to improve and add your personal touches. However, before making significant improvements, you need to get permission from the local authorities. To do so, you need a building permit. Understanding what a building permit is and how it works is essential. Local government agencies issue building permits as approval… The post What to Know About Building Permits When Buying or Selling appeared first on RISMedia.
Inman
MAY 22, 2023
Inman recently caught up with Marguleas to discuss his company's new venture in Dallas, the effects of the LA 'Mansion Tax' and what he's looking forward to at this year's ICLV event.
Housing Wire
MAY 23, 2023
Homebuilders , whose sentiment hit the midpoint mark of 50 earlier this month for the first-time since July 2022, have yet another reason to celebrate. The sales pace of new homes has also increased for the fifth consecutive month, according to data published on Tuesday by the U.S. Census Bureau and the Department of Housing and Urban Development ( HUD ).
Real Estate News
MAY 22, 2023
Wallace, who grew up in a real estate family, was proud to be involved in an industry that had such a profound impact on people's lives.
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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