Inman
OCTOBER 4, 2023
Economists are scratching their heads and housing industry leaders are venting their frustrations as mortgage rates continue a relentless climb to new heights not seen in more than two decades.
Keeping Current Matters
OCTOBER 3, 2023
During the fourth quarter of last year, some housing experts projected home prices were going to crash in 2023.
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RIS Media
SEPTEMBER 30, 2023
October has rolled in, but 2023 isn’t over yet. That said, if you’re looking for a business pivot, a new season is as good a time as any. Autumn is the season of change and renewal, after all. Here are some ways you can get your business into the Fall spirit, and even win you… The post 4 Ways To Shift Your Real Estate Marketing in Autumn appeared first on RISMedia.
Housing Wire
OCTOBER 4, 2023
Mortgage applications ground to a halt for the week ending Sept. 29, falling 6% from the week prior as mortgage rates jumped to a 23-year high of 7.53%, according to new weekly data from the Mortgage Bankers Association. Mortgage application activity is now at its lowest level since 1996, the MBA reported. Purchase mortgage application volume, in particular, slowed considerably for the week ending Sept. 29, down 22% from a year ago, according to unadjusted data.
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.
GeekEstate Agents & Brokers
OCTOBER 3, 2023
[Note from editor: The “Mastermind Showcase” highlights companies and news from members of the GEM. Today’s showcase: Summer] Summer is a vacation property market company whose “try before you buy” model helps owners purchase vacation properties and rent them out when not in use. Through a non-fractional, rent-to-own approach, Summer brings flexibility to the process of finding, buying, designing, and monetizing a vacation or investment home.
HomeLight
OCTOBER 2, 2023
Have you ever seen a magazine spread or online feature of a house and thought, is this place even real? That’s what you’re going for when you set out to take jaw-dropping listing photos. Your photos need to be so good that when your agent lists your home, the only thing buyers will be left asking is, “Where are my car keys?” Real estate listing photos can make or break that vital first impression for home shoppers.
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The American Genius for Real Estate
OCTOBER 2, 2023
Redfin’s sweeping dramatic proclamation This morning, email inboxes lit up in the real estate industry all across America with headlines like “Redfin leaves NAR,” and “Redfin will require employees to cut ties as well.
Tom Ferry
OCTOBER 5, 2023
The holidays are coming up! That means NOW is the time to start planning your holiday client appreciation party. And today’s blog is here to help! No matter where you’re from or what you believe in, the end of the year is a time for being with the people who are important to you, giving […] The post Throwing an Unforgettable Client Appreciation Holiday Party appeared first on Tom Ferry.
Housing Wire
OCTOBER 6, 2023
In a surprising twist, the National Association of Realtors has announced a change in how interprets its Participation Rule, which requires listing brokers to provide buyer brokers an offer of compensation in order to list on the multiple listing service (MLS). While previously NAR has stated that the offer of compensation could be as little as a penny or a dollar, in a reversal of this stance, NAR is now saying that listing brokers can offer nothing and still comply with the rule, as first repo
Keeping Current Matters
OCTOBER 2, 2023
If you’re thinking about buying a home soon, higher mortgage rates, rising home prices, and ongoing affordability concerns may make you wonder if it still makes sense to buy a home right now.
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Real Estate News
OCTOBER 6, 2023
The brokerage giants have agreed to significant policy changes as part of their settlement agreements in the Sitzer/Burnett and Moehrl commissions cases.
Inman
OCTOBER 6, 2023
In announcing the details of its settlement in the bombshell commission suits, the franchisor said that agents and brokerages would "have the freedom to set and/or negotiate commissions as they see fit.
Housing Wire
OCTOBER 3, 2023
Mortgage rates and bond yields kept rising Tuesday as the job openings unexpectedly increased more than anticipated. But is that job openings data legit today? And will job openings continue higher, pushing mortgage rates even higher in the future? I believe today’s job openings data needs some context, but it didn’t matter to bond traders as bond yields shot up after the report.
Keeping Current Matters
OCTOBER 6, 2023
If you’re thinking about buying a home this year, be sure to consider the long-term financial advantages of homeownership, like home equity.
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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
OCTOBER 2, 2023
The Southeast MLS Alliance and Coast 2 Coast MLS Data Share in Florida represent the latest initiatives to expand data sharing among MLSs.
Inman
OCTOBER 6, 2023
Among the proposed changes, Anywhere said its company-owned brokerages, franchisees and affiliated agents will no longer be required to belong to the National Association of Realtors.
Housing Wire
OCTOBER 6, 2023
Like Anywhere Real Estate Friday morning, the terms of RE/MAX’s $55 million settlement with plaintiffs in two bombshell buyer commission lawsuits have been made public. Similar to Anywhere’s deal, the RE/MAX agreement stipulates that the firm make significant changes to what it requires of its agents and franchisees. Final court approval of the settlement is expected in early 2024.
Keeping Current Matters
OCTOBER 5, 2023
The increasing effects of natural disasters are leading to new obstacles in residential real estate.
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Real Estate News
OCTOBER 3, 2023
The companies announced a partnership that will allow listing agents to get offers on behalf of their sellers directly through eXp's agent dashboard.
Inman
OCTOBER 2, 2023
In a message to employees on Monday, Redfin CEO Glenn Kelman cited NAR's harassment scandal and other grievances as reasons for calling on 1,800 Realtors to cancel memberships.
Housing Wire
OCTOBER 6, 2023
Mortgage lenders are betting on down-payment assistance programs, buy-down options and renovation products to provide brokers opportunities to win in a market with mortgage rates nearing 8%, a lack of inventory and high home prices. Meanwhile, in addition to diversifying their portfolios, brokerage firm owners are keeping their cost structure under control to be profitable in a shrinking market.
Keeping Current Matters
OCTOBER 4, 2023
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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.
Real Estate News
OCTOBER 4, 2023
A Homes.com exec told Real Estate News that its “playbook for growth is working,” but some competitors and outside observers see the data differently.
Inman
OCTOBER 3, 2023
Opendoor is now the primary cash offer solution behind eXp's ExpressOffers platform. Agents will soon be able to request a cash offer on qualified properties directly through an eXp dashboard.
Housing Wire
SEPTEMBER 30, 2023
Why are mortgage rates rising? This is a question many people are asking — even some of the Federal Reserve members. We have had back-to-back weeks of the bond market getting wild since the key 10-year yield level of 4.34% broke higher. It didn’t help that the Fed was hawkish after the Fed meeting , as their forward outlook surprised some market players.
Eye on Housing
OCTOBER 5, 2023
NAHB analysis of the 2022 American Community Survey data shows that New Jersey leads the nation with the highest average annual real estate tax (RET) bill ($9,285)—$8,425 more than yearly property taxes paid by Alabama’s homeowners ($860). The size of this disparity grew 1.1% in 2022 and has increased 9.3% since 2017. Vermont was the only state for which the.
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Real Estate News
OCTOBER 2, 2023
In a note signed by CEO Glenn Kelman and other Redfin leaders, the company said “NAR isn’t the future.
Inman
OCTOBER 2, 2023
In a sign of the listing portal's growing influence, Homes.com hit more than 100 million unique visitors in September, sparking a 1,290 percent annual increase in traffic. Now the portal is second only to Zillow.
Housing Wire
OCTOBER 6, 2023
With 30-year fixed mortgage rates climbing to a 23-year high, the Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA) called on the Federal Reserve to bring some certainty to financial markets. “It is time, and very important for the Fed to make clear two statements — the Fed is at the end of its rate hikes; the Fed will not consider selling its mortgage-backed securities (MBS) holdings until and unless the housing finance market has stabilized and mortgage-to-Treasury spreads have normalized,” MBA president and
RIS Media
OCTOBER 2, 2023
An unfinished basement, often overlooked and underutilized, holds immense potential to become a functional and inviting space in your home. By employing innovative design ideas, you can transform this neglected area into a valuable addition that enhances your living space and property value. From experience as a Realtor, a finished basement is one of the… The post What to Do With an Unfinished Basement appeared first on RISMedia.
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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