What You Need To Know About Today’s Down Payment Programs
Keeping Current Matters
JUNE 19, 2024
There's no denying it's gotten more challenging to buy a home, especially with today's mortgage rates and home price appreciation.
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3 regions top the list of markets most at risk for a slowdown
Real Estate News
JUNE 17, 2024
ATTOM researchers found that counties around Chicago and NYC, as well as several in inland California, would be the most vulnerable in a housing downturn.
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Top Strategies to Access the Affluent
RIS Media
JUNE 19, 2024
Accessing affluent buyers in the luxury real estate market requires a strategic approach that takes into account their preferences, behaviors and expectations. By implementing a combination of the strategies outlined below you can effectively access this desirable market segment in the luxury real estate industry. Here are some top ways to access the affluent: Establish… The post Top Strategies to Access the Affluent appeared first on RISMedia.
Boomers struggled more than millennials to buy their first homes: Realtor.com
Housing Wire
JUNE 17, 2024
From rising home prices to rising mortgage rates and inflation , the millennial generation hasn’t had it easy when it comes to homeownership. But new data from Realtor.com shows that millennials aren’t overly burdened in comparison to previous generations. The analysis of historic home prices, income levels and mortgage rates found that baby boomers — Americans between the ages of 60 and 78 this year — “arguably faced the toughest housing market ever for first-time buyers.“ In 1980, when boomers
Avoiding Lease Accounting Pitfalls in 2025: Lessons Learned from Spreadsheet Errors
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.
Why a Vacation Home Is the Ultimate Summer Upgrade
Keeping Current Matters
JUNE 20, 2024
Summer is officially here and that means it’s the perfect time to start planning where you want to vacation and unwind this season.
DOJ ‘formal inquiry’ delays release of C.A.R. forms
Real Estate News
JUNE 21, 2024
The California Association of Realtors informed members that the DOJ expressed concern over new forms related to the NAR settlement and MLS practices.
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Can mortgage rates keep falling? Job market data is key
Housing Wire
JUNE 15, 2024
Since May 29, we’ve witnessed a decline in the 10-year yield, which has been favorable for mortgage rates. The critical question is: Can this trend persist? Clues from the recent Fed meeting and the softening inflation data hint at a potential continuation — if the labor data gets softer. How is this affecting the weekly housing data? Let’s delve into the details and find out. 10-year yield and mortgage rates After the intense jobs week data , we ran straight into CPI and PPI inflati
The Downsides of Selling Your House Without an Agent
Keeping Current Matters
JUNE 21, 2024
Considering selling your house without an agent? You should know there are some serious downsides to handling it on your own.
Buyers get a slight reprieve as rates fall, sellers cut prices
Real Estate News
JUNE 20, 2024
There could be a window of opportunity for would-be buyers as mortgage rates continue to ease and homes sit on the market longer, prompting price cuts.
Artificial intelligence is the all-in-1 tool real estate desperately needs
Inman
JUNE 17, 2024
Using artificial intelligence, the latest technology represents an opportunity for the real estate industry to rebrand itself at a time when solutions are sorely needed, writes Inman founder Brad Inman.
Driving Profit: 4 Pillars for Growing Your Real Estate Brokerage
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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.
Mortgage rates continue their slide toward the 7% mark
Housing Wire
JUNE 18, 2024
Mortgage rates continued to inch toward the 7% mark following last week’s meeting of Federal Reserve policymakers and new inflation data that showed further cooling of consumer prices. On Tuesday, HousingWire ‘s Mortgage Rates Center showed that the average 30-year rate for conforming loans was 7.08%. That was down 11 basis points from the same time last week and exactly 50 basis points below this year’s peak rate that was recorded in early May.
Worried About Mortgage Rates? Control the Controllables
Keeping Current Matters
JUNE 18, 2024
Chances are you’re hearing a lot about mortgage rates right now.
Home prices soar even as sales, construction slow
Real Estate News
JUNE 21, 2024
The median sale price for existing homes hit a record $419,300 in May, NAR reported, but home sales were lackluster and new construction has cooled.
Anatomy of a client consultation: A head-to-toe approach
Inman
JUNE 18, 2024
While negotiating skills are top of mind for agents as commission confusion sets in, consultant Rachael Hite offers a step-by-step strategy that should ensure optimal service all summer long.
Tech-Forward Strategies for Scaling Agent Efficiency & Accelerating Growth
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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.
Why are home prices at all-time highs with more inventory?
Housing Wire
JUNE 21, 2024
Both existing housing inventory and home prices have been rising together year over year, which might seem odd at first glance since existing home sales are trending near all-time lows. However, I can clear up any confusion on this topic. Let’s keep it simple: total active listings are still below 2019 levels nationally, and the days on market are under 30 days today.
Do Elections Impact the Housing Market?
Keeping Current Matters
JUNE 17, 2024
The 2024 Presidential election is just months away.
People on the Move: New CFOs at CoStar, Inside Real Estate
Real Estate News
JUNE 19, 2024
The companies have hired veteran financial executives to support growth efforts, with Chris Lown joining CoStar and Chris Black joining the proptech leader.
Harness a modern pricing engine to maximize efficiency and ROI
Inman
JUNE 18, 2024
CEO Dawar Alimi writes that choosing a modern and advanced pricing engine can unlock new opportunities for growth, profitability and success in an increasingly competitive landscape.
Accelerating Real Estate Sales Pipelines to Streamline Buyer Journeys
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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.
Congress should adopt mortgage interest tax credit: CHLA
Housing Wire
JUNE 20, 2024
The Community Home Lenders of America (CHLA) is calling on both houses of Congress to adopt a mortgage interest credit as the 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) is currently set to expire in 2025. This is according to a letter the organization submitted to leaders in both the U.S. House of Representatives and the U.S. Senate. In the lead-up to its 2017 passage, CHLA representatives “aggressively advocated for a Mortgage Interest Credit (MIC) during debate on the 2017 tax bill, when it became clea
Effective Repairs to Make Before Selling Your Home
RIS Media
JUNE 17, 2024
Selling a home involves more than just listing it on the market. Strategic repairs and improvements can significantly increase your home’s value and appeal to potential buyers. It’s all part of preparing to sell. I will provide detailed guidance on minor cosmetic fixes, major structural repairs and insights into DIY versus professional maintenance.
Brokerage Beat: News from ERA, E&V, Sotheby's Realty, C21
Real Estate News
JUNE 15, 2024
Large East Coast indies join ERA; Super Bowl champ signs on with Engel & Völkers Austin; Sotheby's Realty expands in Michigan; Century 21 adds Montana firm.
Andy Florance talks Homes.com, the fallacy of ‘pure buyer agency’
Inman
JUNE 17, 2024
CoStar Group founder and CEO Andy Florance shares the next chapter of Homes.com's $1 billion marketing push and the fallacy of "pure buyer agency" as portals recalibrate their strategies amid a coming commission crunch.
Maximizing Your Online Presence: Tips for Real Estate Agents on Social Media
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.
‘Million Dollar Listing’ agents launch online marketplace for sellers and agents
Housing Wire
JUNE 18, 2024
Redy , an online marketplace that rewards home sellers for selecting a real estate agent who best aligns with their sales goals, announced its launch in five markets on Tuesday. The Redy online platform is now available to home sellers in Atlanta , Dallas , Orlando , Phoenix and San Diego. Real estate agents Josh Altman and Matt Proman, who are also cast members of the Bravo TV show “Million Dollar Listing,” co-founded the firm.
What Are Current DSCR Loan Rates? Key Market Movers and How to Track Rates
Bigger Pockets
JUNE 17, 2024
DSCR loans have moved at unprecedented rates. Real estate investors navigating the challenging market of 2024—with mortgage rates still at elevated levels—are at an advantage.
Housing Market Decoded: Why is inflation so sticky?
Real Estate News
JUNE 19, 2024
It’s all about housing, which has an outsized effect on the Consumer Price Index — and is contributing to the Fed’s lack of action on interest rates.
Mark your calendars: DOJ set to weigh in on multiple antitrust cases
Inman
JUNE 18, 2024
At Inman Connect Las Vegas, July 30-Aug. 1, 2024, the noise and misinformation will be banished, all your big questions will be answered, and new business opportunities will be revealed. Join us. Mark your calendars: The U.S. Department of Justice will be weighing in on three real estate industry-related lawsuits on June 20 and 21.
The Broker Action Plan for the Post-NAR Lawsuit Landscape
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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 commissions, brokerage models, and the consumer
Housing Wire
JUNE 18, 2024
Daily, my inbox contains another article regurgitating the same tired rhetoric about the real estate lawsuits and the (proposed) settlements. Invariably, these same articles classify all real estate brokerages and models as identical. That’s just false. Despite the news report claims, there has never been a “standard” model nor a “standard” commission in this industry.
Condo Maintenance and Upkeep: A Comprehensive Guide
RIS Media
JUNE 20, 2024
Maintaining a condo involves regular care and timely repairs. This ensures a comfortable, safe living environment and preserves property value. I will provide the following guidance: Practical tips for regular condo maintenance Solutions for common condo maintenance issues A seasonal checklist to keep your condo in top shape From being a condo owner in multiple… The post Condo Maintenance and Upkeep: A Comprehensive Guide appeared first on RISMedia.
Freedom Mortgage hit with $4 million fine
Real Estate News
JUNE 18, 2024
The company, which has been dubbed a “repeat offender” by regulators, faces another penalty for submitting inaccurate loan data.
Inside Real Estate folds kvCORE as part of major rebrand as BoldTrail
Inman
JUNE 20, 2024
Parent company Inside Real Estate will carry the BoldTrail name in a range of iterations as they roll out this summer. The new moniker is meant in impart that real estate isn't for the faint of heart.
Rise of The Apps: Building Your Dream Tech Stack For Real Estate Success
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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