Housing Wire
JUNE 23, 2021
Mark Calabria, the director of the Federal Housing Finance Agency , must go. He is slowly but surely undermining the system he has been charged to oversee, imposing his ideological will on Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac in a way that will leave them weaker, and the housing finance system that depends on them increasingly unable to meet the critical housing needs of the nation.
Keeping Current Matters
JUNE 22, 2021
You may have been told that it’s important to get pre-approved at the beginning of the homebuying process, but what does that really mean, and why is it so important? Especially in today’s market , with rising home prices and high buyer competition, it’s crucial to have a clear understanding of your budget so you stand out to sellers as a serious homebuyer.
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Eye on Housing
JUNE 21, 2021
Last Thursday’s post reported on home buyer preferences for kitchen features, from NAHB’s recent study What Home Buyers Really Want, 2021 Edition. That study also asked the same panel of 3,247 recent and prospective home buyers to rate 18 bathroom features on the same four tier scale: Results show that bathrooms, especially the home’s primary bathroom, tend to be very.
Maximum Exposure Real Estate
JUNE 20, 2021
Best Tips for Coming Out on Top in a Bidding War How do you win when there are multiple offers on the home you love? Winning a bidding war on a house isn’t always easy. If you are planning to buy a home, you may find that out quickly. When making a home purchase now, […]. The post 13 Tips on How to Win a Bidding War When Buying a House appeared first on Massachusetts Real Estate Exposure.
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.
Housing Wire
JUNE 23, 2021
The big news from the U.S. Census Bureau’s May new home sales report is that sales inventory has increased to 5.1 months, which brings the three-month average to 4.63 months. That begins to change the equation for some homebuilders, who were absolutely thriving in an ultra-low-inventory housing market environment. . As a reminder, when the three-month average for inventory is 4.3 months or lower, builders have the confidence to continue to build.
Keeping Current Matters
JUNE 21, 2021
When it comes to buying a house, you’re looking for the perfect place to call home. The problem is, in today’s market there just aren’t that many homes available to purchase. With inventory hovering near record lows and sky-high buyer demand , a multi-offer scenario is the new normal. Here are five things to keep in mind when you’re ready to make an offer. 1.
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Maximum Exposure Real Estate
JUNE 24, 2021
Should You Buy A House Before Selling The One You Own? Are you wondering how to buy a house before selling your current house? You are not alone, as many folks wonder how to accomplish this feat. Buying a new home before selling an existing property you own is one of those real estate topics […]. The post What to Know About Buying a House Before Selling Yours appeared first on Massachusetts Real Estate Exposure.
Housing Wire
JUNE 24, 2021
The average 30-year fixed-rate mortgage rose nine basis points from the week prior to 3.02%, according to data released Thursday by Freddie Mac ‘s PMMS. This is the first time in 10 weeks mortgage rates have risen above 3%. “As the economy progresses and inflation remains elevated, we expect that rates will continue to gradually rise in the second half of the year,” said Sam Khater, Freddie Mac’s chief economist. “For those homeowners who have not yet refinanced – and there rem
Keeping Current Matters
JUNE 25, 2021
Some Highlights. Today’s sellers’ market provides unique challenges —and benefits—for buyers. Current low interest rates won’t last forever, and home prices are forecast to rise. If you’re a homebuyer, hang in there. Homeownership improves your quality of life , and the long-term benefits outweigh the short-term challenges. The post Homebuyers: Hang in There [INFOGRAPHIC] appeared first on Keeping Current Matters.
Realtor.com
JUNE 23, 2021
Getty Images. Just when you thought it was safe to get back in the water—you can’t! Yup, a perfect storm has converged right when homeowners were hoping to open up (or install) a pool in their backyards this season. Since the COVID-19 lockdown forced folks to stick close to home, the desire for pools has skyrocketed. That’s created a dearth of pool-building materials and contractors who can put one in.
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Maximum Exposure Real Estate
JUNE 21, 2021
Everything You Need to Know About Closing on a House When you are preparing to close on a home, it can feel like you are near the end of the buying process. But when a house closing takes place, things don’t always go according to plan. Home closings can spring surprises on you that delay […]. The post The Process of Closing on a House: What to Know and Expect appeared first on Massachusetts Real Estate Exposure.
Housing Wire
JUNE 23, 2021
An astonishing 580 homes in the Seattle metro area have sold for $300,000 or more above their asking prices in 2021. That’s compared to only 16 homes during the same period in 2020. And that’s just the high end, according to the latest analysis from Redfin. The brokerage/listings portal said 4,078 homes in Seattle have sold for between $100,000 and $299,999 above asking price, compared with 362 last year.
Keeping Current Matters
JUNE 23, 2021
Building financial wealth and stability remains one of the top reasons Americans choose to own a home, and as a homeowner, your wealth often grows without you even realizing it. In a recent paper published by the Urban Institute, Home Ownership is Affordable Housing , author Mike Loftin illustrates how homeowners increase their equity and their wealth simply by making monthly mortgage payments: “The principal portion that reduces the loan balance builds the homeowner’s equity.
Realtor.com
JUNE 24, 2021
Getty Images. For many months now, it’s seemed like nothing could slow down the American housing market. But wait! The tide may be beginning to turn—even if just a little. Over the past few weeks, the rate of price growth has begun to slow and fewer buyers are seeking mortgages to purchase homes. The competition for available homes, while still formidable, may not be quite as intense as it’s been.
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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.
Sotheby's International Real Estate
JUNE 21, 2021
The past year has called for adaptation, and we’ve seen the ripple effects in how and where we do our fitness routines. The home gym or workout area is now just as ubiquitous as the home office, and for good reason. The ability to cater your workout space to your own fitness needs—whether your practice includes yoga, online bootcamps, or elliptical training—allows for a better work-life balance, leading to more flexibility in your day.
Housing Wire
JUNE 21, 2021
Though the number of high-quality refi candidates grew from 12 to more than 14 million from March through May — a 15% increase — actual refinance rate locks dropped by 27% over the same period, according to recent data from Black Knight’s Originations Market Monitor. Month over month, overall rate lock volume was down 4.7% in May, with declines seen across purchase locks (-3.4%) as well as cash-out (-3.4%) and rate/term (-8.2%) refinance locks.
Keeping Current Matters
JUNE 24, 2021
The pandemic created a tremendous interest in vacation homes across the country. Throughout the last year, many people purchased second homes as a safe getaway from the challenges of the health crisis. With many professionals working from home and many students taking classes remotely, it made sense to see a migration away from cities and into counties with more vacation destinations.
Realtor.com
JUNE 24, 2021
Realtor.com; Getty Images It doesn’t matter how perfect your home is—if your listing photos don’t stand out, potential buyers won’t come by to take a look. In our series “ Lessons From Listing Photos ,” we dissect the smart updates sellers have made to their homes, and how their listing pictures highlight the home’s best assets. It’s been said there’s no perfect time to sell a home, but anyone who’s remotely familiar with the housing market in 2021 may beg to differ.
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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.
Marco Santarelli
JUNE 25, 2021
In this article, we'll go over the 10 best strategies for investing in real estate without a lot of money or experience. You will gain some insight into how to begin investing in real estate without spending hundreds of thousands of dollars. Investing in real estate refers to any property owned solely for the purpose of generating profit, either through rental income or through market value appreciation.
Housing Wire
JUNE 23, 2021
Sales of newly built , single-family homes fell to the lowest pace in a year, down 5.9% in May to a 769,000 seasonally adjusted annual rate, according to data released Wednesday by the Department of Housing and Urban Development and the U.S. Census Bureau. Regionally, new home sales rose in two of the four regions in May. Sales grew 33% in the Northeast, 6.7% in the West, were flat in the Midwest, and down 14.5% in the South.
Maximum Exposure Real Estate
JUNE 22, 2021
What Do Real Estate Agents Charge For Commission? Probably one of the most asked questions in real estate is, “how much is a real estate commission”? One thing you should know from the get-go is that commission on real estate is entirely negotiable. There is nothing anywhere that says a commission needs to be a […]. The post How Much is Real Estate Agent Commission: The Guide to Commissions appeared first on Massachusetts Real Estate Exposure.
Realtor.com
JUNE 24, 2021
Realtor.com Get ready. Generation Z is preparing to enter the housing market over the next few years. Almost three-quarters of this cost-conscious generation, currently aged 18 to 25, would prefer to own a home rather than rent one, according to a recent Realtor.com® survey. That’s likely because it can be more financially beneficial to own and build wealth rather than deal with escalating rents each year—and this generation is known to be careful with their money.
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.
Eye on Housing
JUNE 23, 2021
Information obtained from the US Census Bureau’s Survey of Construction (SOC) and tabulated by NAHB, shows that the share of two-story homes continued to decrease and the share of two or more stories homes started was equal to one story homes in 2020. The Mountain division was the only region for which the number of stories changed in 2020, though.
Housing Wire
JUNE 22, 2021
The question on everyone’s minds: When will this hot housing market cool down? Arch MI investigates this and more in its Spring Housing and Mortgage Market Review. We’ve broken down some of the data below, but be sure to take a deeper dive into the report by clicking here. The post Will we ever see a “normal” housing market again? appeared first on HousingWire.
Realty Biz
JUNE 22, 2021
What to Know About a Seller Concession. Many terms get bantered around in real estate that either a buyer or seller may not know the meaning of. One such term is seller’s concessions. It is not uncommon at all for a client to ask what are seller concessions. Seller concessions are monies that a homeowner agrees to credit to a buyer in a real estate transaction.
Realtor.com
JUNE 21, 2021
Getty Images Hummingbirds have long been considered a symbol of joy and happiness and are said to bring good luck and positive energy to those who encounter them. So why not keep the good vibes going by creating a hummingbird hangout in your garden that can ensure these beautiful creatures return year after year? “Adding a hummingbird-friendly spot in your garden, with a foundation of native plants, is an amazing way to support local wildlife and the broader natural environment,” say
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Eye on Housing
JUNE 25, 2021
Recent Census data, combined with NAHB survey results, illustrate the way in which home buyers in the lower one-fourth of the market have been squeezed entirely out of the market for new construction, and forced to look exclusively in the stock of existing homes—where the inventory of homes available for sale remains in a historically low range (at a 2.5-month.
Housing Wire
JUNE 22, 2021
Almost three months ago, I wrote that based on the year-over-year growth in purchase applications, the housing market should have a few existing home sales under 5,840,000. At the time, I said: “The rule of thumb I am using for 2021 is that existing home sales, if they’re doing good, should be trending between 5,840,000- 6,200,000. This, to me, would be considered a good year for housing.
Sotheby's International Real Estate
JUNE 19, 2021
Each of these stylish compounds—from Connecticut to California wine country—would make an ideal private retreat to enjoy swimming, stargazing, sports, or simply relaxing indoors and out. Chic Wine Country Estate. Sonoma, California | Jennifer Powers, Sotheby’s International Realty – Wine Country – East Napa Street Brokerage. Set amid olive groves and acres of Chardonnay and Pinot vines, this sophisticated compound is a chic wine country retreat.
Realtor.com
JUNE 23, 2021
Realtor.com. Get ready to feel all the summer vibes. Warm weather and temperate evenings have us thinking about a life close to the water—on top of the water, in fact. So we invite you to dive in and check out all 12 of these swoon-worthy floating homes up for sale right now. Bobbing in the blue waters off in the Pacific Northwest with a couple of choice picks back East, these beauties are ready for fun in the sun.
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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