Housing Wire
JANUARY 4, 2023
This article is part of our 2022 – 2023 Housing Market Forecast series. After the series wraps, join us on February 6 for the HW+ Virtual 2023 Forecast Event. Bringing together some of the top economists and researchers in housing, the event will provide an in-depth look at the top predictions for this year, along with a roundtable discussion on how these insights apply to your business.
Real Trends
JANUARY 3, 2023
Real estate, both residential and commercial, is highly competitive. As a result, you’re vying for many of the same clients as other agents in your area. To succeed in this field, you need to work proactively and efficiently. Find qualified buyers as a real estate agent. As you know, real estate is either a buyer’s or seller’s market. Considering the past year’s low inventory of properties, it wasn’t hard to find motivated buyers.
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The Close
JANUARY 3, 2023
Getting all the way to the listing appointment and not signing a new client is like dropping a birthday cake after the candles have been lit. You’ve put in all the hours to find your prospective client and prepare a real estate listing presentation. You’re ready to celebrate … if you can make it to the table. If you’ve dropped a lot of cake, chances are your listing presentation template needs some work.
HomeLight
JANUARY 4, 2023
In the age of social media, smartphones and AI algorithms, there is no shortage of information on how you should remodel your home to increase its value. But you only have so much time and money, and if you’re looking to sell your home in the future, the fact remains that there’s only there’s only one opinion that matters: The buyer’s. What buyers want in a home, and which projects are worth taking on?
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.
Realty Biz
JANUARY 2, 2023
It’s not hidden that economy has been a bit of a mess since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic. COVID-19 took a massive toll on global economic conditions, creating a slowdown for almost all industries, including real estate. In the current scenario, money is tight, especially for real estate owners. And that can make it hard to stay on top of your game when it comes to managing your properties.
The American Genius for Real Estate
JANUARY 4, 2023
Peeking into 2023, the real estate market outlook is changing dramatically because of central banks raising interest rates.
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Easy Agent Pro
JANUARY 4, 2023
Anyone who has been in the real estate industry for a while understands the importance of building relationships with leads and clients alike. It is the very first step of the sales funnel and until you build a solid relationship, you can’t do the fun part of matching someone with the perfect property. Like any other sales-driven occupation, real estate agents need to focus on building relationships that show leads and clients that they are a trusted authority with the skills and expertise neede
BubbleInfo
JANUARY 2, 2023
A slow start is guaranteed this year because the existing inventory is so picked over – and those sellers aren’t budging on price. Instead, they are willing to wait… and whether they realize it or not, they are waiting and hoping for new listings to hit the open market at prices that make their home/price look […].
Housing Wire
JANUARY 4, 2023
Cyberattacks, particularly wire fraud through business email compromise, remain a major concern for the title industry. Attempted attacks increased significantly, according to a 2022 survey by the American Land Title Association , with 46% of respondents saying their employees receive at least one email a month attempting to change wire or payoff instructions.
Keeping Current Matters
JANUARY 6, 2023
Some Highlights. If you’re planning to buy a home in 2023, here are a few things to focus on. Work on your credit and save for a down payment. If saving feels like a challenge, there’s help available. Then, get pre-approved, create a list of desired features, and prioritize them. Reach out to a real estate professional so you have expert advice on how to reach your homebuying goals this year.
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Inman
JANUARY 6, 2023
Lead generation is the lifeblood of a successful real estate business, writes Jimmy Burgess. What are you going to do in 2023 to take your business to the next level?
Sotheby's International Real Estate
JANUARY 6, 2023
Highlights from this week’s top news stories on luxury and global real estate, art, collectibles, and home. Luquillo, Puerto Rico | Puerto Rico Sotheby’s International Realty. Hacienda Les Chavaux showcases mesmerizing ocean and mountain views. This Year, Luxury Homebuyers Will Look Further Afield for Deals – Bloomberg. Hot property: five homes for sale with ‘wellness’ features – Financial Times.
Housing Wire
JANUARY 5, 2023
The 2022 housing market was savagely unhealthy , with all-time lows in inventory leading to massive bidding wars and price spikes until the Fed put a screeching halt to all of it with rate hikes that resulted in the most significant one-year spike in mortgage rate history. Housing went into a recession in June and mortgage volume fell off a cliff. So where does all that drama leave us for 2023?
Keeping Current Matters
JANUARY 2, 2023
If buying or selling a home is part of your dreams for 2023, it’s essential for you to understand today’s housing market, define your goals, and work with industry experts to bring your homeownership vision for the new year into focus.
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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.
Inman
JANUARY 6, 2023
The New York-based brokerage is shopping around 89,000 square feet of office space at 90 Fifth Ave. in Manhattan as it looks for ways to stem its losses, which clocked in at $154 million in 3Q22.
Sotheby's International Real Estate
DECEMBER 31, 2022
In elegant estates from East Coast to West, these distinctive, expertly appointed bars prove that the best spot for a festive nightcap is often home sweet home. California Contemporary. Robin Walpert | Sotheby’s International Realty – Santa Monica – Venice Brokerage. This new solar-powered five-bedroom contemporary residence was designed for sophisticated entertaining and luxurious environmentally friendly living.
Housing Wire
JANUARY 6, 2023
Can we have a soft landing in the economy? Friday’s job report shows there is a clear pathway to get there. Mortgage rates fell aggressively down to 6.20%, putting us at more than 1% below the highs of 2022. The bond market saw that wage growth was cooling down, leaving the Federal Reserve with few reasons to keep the rate hike story going much longer.
Keeping Current Matters
JANUARY 4, 2023
If you’re a renter, you likely face an important decision every year: renew your current lease, start a new one, or buy a home.
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Inman
JANUARY 6, 2023
Finding ways to rise above the noise and shine light onto a challenging market is the mission of every agent in today's market. Coach Darryl Davis shares eight strategies to help agents become a beacon of light for their clients against the storm of misinformation and negative mindsets.
Eye on Housing
JANUARY 3, 2023
Private residential construction spending declined 0.5% in November, as spending on single-family construction plunged 2.9%. Private residential construction spending fell for the six consecutive month, standing at an annual pace of $868 billion. However, this total remains 5.3% higher compared to a year ago. The monthly decline is largely attributed to lower spending on single-family construction, which has also declined.
Housing Wire
JANUARY 4, 2023
The last week of the calendar year is usually a slow time for the mortgage industry, but 2022 was something else. It represented the lowest level of activity in 27 years. “With mortgage rates still well above 6% and the threat of a recession looming, mortgage applications continued to decline over the past two weeks to the lowest level since 1996,” Joel Kan, Mortgage Bankers Association ‘s vice president and deputy chief economist, said in a statement.
Keeping Current Matters
JANUARY 3, 2023
If you’re getting ready to buy your first home, you’re likely focused on saving up for everything that purchase involves.
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.
Realtor.com
JANUARY 4, 2023
Realtor.com / Getty Images Q: Is 2023 the year to finally buy a home? That depends. There are some signs indicating that it might be getting easier for many folks to buy a home. Inventory levels are still low, but there are more homes coming on the market; the bidding wars and mind-boggling offers over the asking price have died down; and buyers can once again insist on inspections, contingencies, and repairs before the deal closes.
Inman
JANUARY 6, 2023
Catch up on all of the latest news and this week's most-read stories. It's Inman's Top 5 for the week of Dec. 30, 2022 through Jan. 5, 2023.
Housing Wire
JANUARY 3, 2023
Pending home sales fell for the sixth consecutive month in November, recording a 4.0% month-over-month drop that resulted in an index reading of 73.9, according to data released last Wednesday by the National Association of Realtors. “Pending home sales recorded the second-lowest monthly reading in 20 years as interest rates , which climbed at one of the fastest paces on record this year, drastically cut into the number of contract signings to buy a home,” Lawrence Yun, NAR’s chief economist, sa
Keeping Current Matters
JANUARY 5, 2023
A new year brings with it the opportunity for new experiences.
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Propmodo
JANUARY 6, 2023
Across the U.S., stricter laws around carbon emissions are continuing to be passed by cities and states. As those laws proliferate, office building owners and developers are being forced to reckon with the energy source of their properties, which in many cases, are fossil fuels that are costly, will eventually run out, and don’t align with the new regulations.
Inman
JANUARY 6, 2023
Pending home sales dropped 32 percent annually during the four-week period ending Jan. 1, with the biggest drop-offs recorded in markets that took off during the pandemic, according to Redfin.
Housing Wire
JANUARY 3, 2023
Top U.S. lender United Wholesale Mortgage (UWM) notched a partial win in a lawsuit against broker shop America’s MoneyLine (AML) regarding the controversial “ultimatum” it imposed two years ago. UWM CEO Mat Ishbia announced in March 2021 that brokers who did business with Rocket Mortgage or Fairway Independent Mortgage could not also send loans to UWM, which the lender called the “All In” initiative.
HomeLight
JANUARY 4, 2023
DISCLAIMER: As a friendly reminder, this blog post contains information that is meant to be used for educational purposes. Aid programs, loans, or grants can change without notice. If you need assistance navigating decisions about what to do when you can’t afford home repairs, HomeLight encourages you to check for updates on these programs and reach out to your own advisor.
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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