Propmodo

AUGUST 30, 2023

Subscribers Only Newsletter Propmodo’s weekly perspective on commercial real estate and things interesting to real estate executives. Curated by Franco Faraudo. View Archive Become a Subscriber Zillow has become the most popular residential real estate portal in the U.S. They did this by becoming masters of lead generation. Their first big win was their Zestimate, which allowed homeowners and prospective home buyers to see an algorithmically created estimated property value for any home in

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RIS Media

AUGUST 31, 2023

Raised in a household with an eye on minimizing waste and maximizing sustainability, Nova Tower’s upbringing and lifelong commitment to environmental responsibility is what ultimately set her on the path to help lead Portland, Maine-based Waypoint Brokers Collective—the first and only agency in Maine to earn the National Association of REALTORS®’ (NAR) Green Designation.

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Lab Coat Agents

AUGUST 29, 2023

It likely comes as no surprise that a majority of homebuyers start their property hunt online. According to the National Association of Realtors (NAR), 41% of home buyers looked online for properties as their first step in the process. This trend highlights just how important photos are in real estate listings. Images featured in listings must immediately capture attention and effectively present the space.

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Keeping Current Matters

AUGUST 30, 2023

Are you putting off selling your house because you’re worried no one’s buying because of where mortgage rates are?

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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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Realty Biz

AUGUST 30, 2023

Promoting your real estate website using infographics can be a potent strategy. Infographics are visual representations of data or information, and they are excellent for simplifying complex topics, displaying patterns, and generating interest. Here are steps and ideas for using infographics to promote your real estate website: Timeline Creator infographic template. 3-step timeline journey, calendar Flat simple infographics design template. presentation graph.

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Inman

AUGUST 31, 2023

Strategically positioning yourself and evaluating your performance with the metrics that matter will put you ahead of the competition, according to consultant Diana Zaya.

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NAR: Economic Outlook

AUGUST 30, 2023

August 2023 Commercial Real Estate Market Insights While recent economic and market indicators remain mixed, commercial real estate continued to slow down in July 2023.

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HomeLight

AUGUST 31, 2023

If a pipe bursts in the kitchen, you’re immediately on the phone with a plumber in one hand and scooping water into buckets with the other. But dirty gutters? A leaky faucet? That deep crack in the driveway? It can always be put off until tomorrow; that is, if these issues cross your radar at all. Homeowners procrastinate making necessary repairs for 10 months on average , according to a recent study by Consumer Affairs.

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BubbleInfo

AUGUST 28, 2023

A tough week – the number of active listings went up by 24, and the pendings count dropped by ten – which sounds like a bunch of escrow fallouts. We should be facing an epidemic of escrows falling apart.

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Housing Wire

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023

Jobs week cleared up the skies for the Federal Reserve members, who are smiling — big time — after a series of data lines gave them what they wanted: a softer labor market! While the labor market isn’t breaking , it has become more pliant in the data lines the Fed focuses on. After Friday’s jobs report , which had some one-time variables, we can say that the economy is heading into an area where the Fed will feel much more comfortable, and we should not have any more rate hikes.

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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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Keeping Current Matters

AUGUST 31, 2023

Have you ever wondered how inflation impacts the housing market?

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Real Estate News

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023

Spencer Rascoff said home search portals may need to pivot in a world where buyers agents are no longer paid via the listing agent’s commission.

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Inman

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023

Support for the embattled CEO, who many expected to announce his early retirement as a result of a fast-moving harassment scandal, came late Thursday with a statement from new president Tracy Kasper.

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Housing Wire

AUGUST 28, 2023

Two days after a New York Times exposé of alleged sexual harassment and a culture of fear at the National Association of Realtors , President Kenny Parcell announced his resignation. Parcell was called out for alleged sexual harassment by 16 of the more than two dozen current and former NAR employees interviewed by the Times. “I am deeply troubled by those looking to tarnish my character and mischaracterize my well-intended actions,” Parcell wrote in a letter to NAR’s Executive Committee and Boa

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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.

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Keeping Current Matters

AUGUST 29, 2023

Even though you may feel reluctant to sell your house because you don’t want to take on a mortgage rate that’s higher than the one you have now, there’s more to consider.

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Real Estate News

AUGUST 28, 2023

Just two days after the New York Times published claims of harassment, retaliation and intimidation at the association, Kenny Parcell has stepped down.

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Inman

AUGUST 30, 2023

After dipping to the lowest level since April 1995, applications for purchase mortgages edge up 2 percent week over week but are still down 27 percent from a year ago as mortgage rates retreat from 2023 highs.

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Housing Wire

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023

In its 8th year, the HW Insiders program is spotlighting the talented operations professionals who are laying the foundation of success for their organizations. Through the development of improved and sophisticated systems, protocols and technology, these operations leaders are driving their companies to growth and success. This year 75 honorees were honored as HW Insiders.

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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.

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Keeping Current Matters

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023

Your equity grows as you pay down your home loan and as home prices increase. With home prices rising again, your equity is getting an extra boost.

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Real Estate News

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023

A case filed by the Top Agent Network targeting NAR's Clear Cooperation policy was reinstated after previously being dismissed in 2021.

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Inman

AUGUST 29, 2023

Who's in a position to decide what should happen, and what's next for the leadership at The National Association of Realtors?

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Housing Wire

AUGUST 30, 2023

HousingWire Lead Analyst Logan Mohtashami appeared on CNBC‘s Squawk on the Street on Wednesday to talk about the health of the housing market , and more specifically about today’s pending home sales data. Mohtashami explained how demand for existing homes is still trending near 21st-century lows. As long as mortgage rates stay near 23-year highs, Mohtashami believes we will see softness in data.

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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.

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Keeping Current Matters

AUGUST 28, 2023

Generation Z (Gen Z) is eager to put down their own roots and achieve financial independence.

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Real Estate News

AUGUST 31, 2023

NAR leaders affirmed Bob Goldberg as CEO during an emergency meeting days after the association’s president resigned following sexual harassment allegations.

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Inman

AUGUST 30, 2023

Three months after a Texas judge sent former Keller Williams CEO John Davis' $300 million fraud suit against the franchisor to arbitration, Davis is back with new racketeering claims.

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Housing Wire

AUGUST 31, 2023

Mortgage rates ticked down modestly after job openings data for July came out yesterday, but rates remain elevated. Freddie Mac‘s Primary Mortgage Market Survey, which focuses on conventional and conforming loans with a 20% down payment, shows the 30-year fixed rate averaged 7.18% as of Aug. 31, down from last week ’s 7.23%. By contrast, the 30-year fixed-rate mortgage was at 5.66% a year ago at this time.

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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.

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Seattle Times Real Estate

AUGUST 29, 2023

The closure of the Bartell Drugs store in the Uptown neighborhood leaves Seattle without a 24-hour pharmacy.

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Real Estate News

AUGUST 29, 2023

A proactive approach could help MLSs better manage any potential changes to their business models.

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Inman

AUGUST 29, 2023

Agents and industry leaders said National Association of Realtors President Kenny Parcell's resignation is the first step in making the organization safer for female employees and members.

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Housing Wire

AUGUST 30, 2023

Mirroring the trend for new home sales (+4.4%), pending home sales rose 0.9% in July, according to data released Wednesday by the National Association of Realtors (NAR). Year over year, pending home sales were down 14%, a smaller decrease than the 15.6% annual drop recorded in June. However, unlike the market for new homes , which has recovered convincingly above last year’s lows (+31.5%), pending home sales continue to lag behind year-ago levels (-14.0%).

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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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