Housing Wire

DECEMBER 20, 2024

A new bill introduced in the U.S. House of Representatives proposes to relieve Federal Housing Administration (FHA) borrowers of mortgage insurance premiums (MIPs) once they reach a certain level of home equity , aligning FHA policies with those of conventional loans. Introduced by Reps. Gregory W. Meeks (D-N.Y.) and Pete Sessions (R-Texas) on Thursday, the bipartisan bill allows borrowers to stop paying mortgage insurance once their loan-to-value (LTV) ratio reaches 78%, rather than paying it f

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Real Estate News

DECEMBER 20, 2024

But there is still competition for homes, especially at lower price points, where first-time buyers cross paths with buyers on the investment side.

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Housing Wire

DECEMBER 20, 2024

The state of leadership in the mortgage industry When people say, Theres no such thing as a perfect company, are they really acknowledging an inherentflaw or are they feeling the void left by inadequate leadership? This is especially evident in the mortgage industry, where leadership is a term often thrown around but rarely understood in its full capacity.

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Real Estate News

DECEMBER 20, 2024

Two recent surveys of agent sentiment conveyed a general sense of optimism heading into the new year, though mortgage rate expectations may not match reality.

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Housing Wire

DECEMBER 20, 2024

After filing several different motions, including a motion to intervene, University of Buffalo law professor Tanya Monestier has filed an appeal of several rulings made by Judge Stephen R. Bough including his final approval of the National Association of Realtors (NAR) commission lawsuit settlement agreement. In a notice filed on Thursday, Monestier informed the Eighth Circuit Court of Appeals that she was appealing Boughs ruling on her motion for reconsideration, her motion to intervene and

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Keeping Current Matters

DECEMBER 20, 2024

There’s a misconception going around that you have to put 20% of the purchase price down when you buy a home. But the truth is, many people don’t put down that much unless they’re trying to make their offer more competitive.

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Inman

DECEMBER 20, 2024

Despite an array of significant stories throughout 2024, none could surpass the industry-shaking news of NAR agreeing to settlement terms in the wake of antitrust commission lawsuits that would forever reshape how agents and brokers do business.

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Housing Wire

DECEMBER 20, 2024

Despite 2025 housing market predictions changing fast , there are still key themes and trends for real estate leaders to watch to best serve their clients and business. Jessica Lautz, deputy chief economist and vice president of research at the National Association of Realtors and upcoming speaker at the Housing Economic Summit, sat down with HousingWires Senior Director of Events Brena Nath to answer a few questions on what she thinks is to come for real estate in 2025.

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Inman

DECEMBER 20, 2024

Forget gadgets and swag. According to team leader Carl Medford, what Realtors really want right now are well-behaved children at open houses, punctual contractors and, well, an end to 2024.

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Housing Wire

DECEMBER 20, 2024

Leslie Meaux Pordzik, who serves as senior vice president for the Office of Issuer and Portfolio Management at Ginnie Mae , will retire from the government-owned corporation on Dec. 27, marking the conclusion of a 36-year career in the mortgage finance industry. Pordzik has spent the past 13 years at Ginnie Mae, having overseen more than 400 mortgage-backed securities (MBS) issuers while aiming to modernize compliance and monitoring profiles.

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Inman

DECEMBER 20, 2024

The right data and a winning marketing plan can set you up for 2025 success when you pursue expired listings, Jimmy Burgess writes.

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Housing Wire

DECEMBER 20, 2024

After more than five years of back and forth, Anywhere and the plaintiffs in the Bumpus Telephone Consumer Protection Act (TCPA) suit have finally reached a proposed settlement. According to a notice filed last week and entered into the court docket on Thursday, the parties have reached a class-wide settlement in principle and are working to finalize a fully integrated settlement agreement.

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Inman

DECEMBER 20, 2024

Make each property listing memorable when you create events that are designed to get your listing seen and sold, Coldwell Banker Warburg's Kevelyn Guzman writes.

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Housing Wire

DECEMBER 20, 2024

Austin -headquartered Keller Williams has expanded its presence in Wisconsin. The brokerage announced this week that it has added the Milwaukee -based Houseworks Collective real estate team. The deal brings 15 agents and more than $60 million in annual sales volume to Keller Williams. Houseworks will join Keller Williams MKE , a market center located in Whitefish Bay, Wisconsin.

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DECEMBER 20, 2024

Fifth Wall Ventures, a venture-capital firm, plans to raise an impressive $500 million for a new fund, the Fifth Wall REACT Fund, according to a new regulatory filing on Wednesday.

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Housing Wire

DECEMBER 20, 2024

Real estate professionals and even some local Realtor associations have begun pushing back against the National Association of Realtors (NAR) three-way membership. Phoenix Realtors (PAR) is one such association exploring alternative membership structures, but NAR is not having it. In an email, sent to NARs board of directors, association leaders and other members, NARs General Counsel Lesley Muchow informed recipients that NAR had sent a cease-and-desist letter to Phoenix Realtors due to its new

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Inman

DECEMBER 20, 2024

Tune in to Inman Access, and learn how to tap into the power of probability with industry analyst Mike DelPrete.

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Housing Wire

DECEMBER 20, 2024

Home sales in 2024 have been well below historic norms. Higher prices, higher mortgage rates and limited inventory are making for a slow market among buyers and sellers alike. Real estate investors tend to be more insulated from these dynamics, particularly from mortgage rates, as they are more likely to buy properties with cash. But even investors have purchased fewer homes this year.

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Inman

DECEMBER 20, 2024

Looking for a quick catch-up on the buzziest stories of the week? Here’s Inman Top 5, the most essential stories, according to Inman readers.

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Housing Wire

DECEMBER 20, 2024

At the beginning of 2024, mortgage technology company LoanPASS was announced as a technology partner for reverse mortgage lender Smartfi Home Loans. The lender chose LoanPASS to provide its software-as-a-service (SaaS) product and pricing engine in its reverse lending operations. This partnership has become a fruitful one, according to Bill Mitchell, chief revenue officer at LoanPASS.

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Inman

DECEMBER 20, 2024

Aleem, Redfin's chief of real estate services, also said the agents who have joined since the company adopted a commission model are making more money.

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Housing Wire

DECEMBER 20, 2024

The U.S. is about to face a reckoning when it comes to its 65-and-older population outnumbering children for the first time. But other nations including Japan are facing an even steeper ratio of older people to younger counterparts. Since there is already a shortfall in home-care workers , encouraging people to enter the home care workforce or finding an alternate solution will be important.

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Inman

DECEMBER 20, 2024

If you're looking to take on leadership opportunities and move up to a higher level professionally, Radius' Jamie Crain writes, here are the mindset and prractice shifts you need.

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Housing Wire

DECEMBER 20, 2024

The combination of the 2024 presidential election , anticipated future rate cuts, mortgage rate volatility and housing affordability challenges have led more potential homebuyers to stay on the sidelines. But a new report from Zonda says that after the election, consumers have started to regain their confidence in home shopping. The New Home Market Update from Zonda, a construction data provider, was released Friday.

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Inman

DECEMBER 20, 2024

A year and a half after transitioning from her chief executive position to an advisory role, Chris announced that she's "on to a new adventure.

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Housing Wire

DECEMBER 20, 2024

In a recent episode of the HousingWire Daily podcast, Editor in Chief Sarah Wheeler sits down with Bill Emerson, president of Rocket Companies , to discuss its recent lawsuit against the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) and the principle of appraisal independence for lenders. This conversation has been edited for length and clarity.

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RIS Media

DECEMBER 20, 2024

Editor’s Note: The Mortgage Mix is RISMedia’s biweekly highlight reel of need-to-know mortgage-industry happenings. Watch for it every other Friday. -The Senate last week passed a bill that would ban so-called trigger leads in the mortgage industry, with the legislation receiving widespread support from the industry. Trigger leads, which allow consumer information to be sold… The post Mortgage Mix: Trigger Leads Bill Advances; Fed Projects Fewer Cuts appeared first on RISMedia.

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Brownstoner

DECEMBER 20, 2024

It isn't dripping with opulent prewar details, but this unit in Downtown Brooklyn's postwar Concord Village complex has some modern style and room to spread out as well as skyline views. On the 12th floor of 215 Adams Street, one of the seven buildings that make up the complex, it… Read More > The post Downtown Brooklyn Two-Bedroom With Six Closets, Skyline Views Asks $899K appeared first on Brownstoner.

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RIS Media

DECEMBER 20, 2024

As 2024 comes to a close, the real estate industry is gearing up for a new year and a fresh start. After dedicating over 13,000 labor hours to the NAR settlement, we’re ready to lay a strong foundation for a successful start to 2025. While we continue to adapt to real estate’s new era, there… The post Navigating the Path Forward: A 2025 Game Plan appeared first on RISMedia.

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Brownstoner

DECEMBER 20, 2024

Set on a generous lot on one of Newburgh's architecturally intriguing avenues, this recently renovated former rectory retains its 19th century charm. The wood frame dwelling on the market at 177 Grand Street is within the East End Historic District, an area rich in examples of popular 19th century architectural… Read More > The post A Former Rectory in Newburgh, Complete With White Picket Fence, Yours for $789K appeared first on Brownstoner.

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