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The risk of zero-down loans while the Fed talks recession

Housing Wire

The entire system has to be designed to inflate the price over time. So when you add move-up buyers, move-down buyers, first-time homebuyers, cash buyers and investors together, this can get out of hand. Remember, the system is designed to keep home prices inflated. This is what we do in America.

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How to write a lead-winning, memorable real estate agent bio (+ examples)

Housing Wire

Both buyers and sellers value the combined benefits of his individual talents along with membership in one of the most respected real estate firms in New York City. Accreditations and designations Highlight your professional credentials and any special designations you’ve earned. Jane Doe specializes in luxury markets.”

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“Collusion,” agent training are the focus on day three of the Sitzer/Burnett trial

Housing Wire

The third day of the highly consequential Sitzer/Burnett class action buyer broker commission lawsuit included a deep dive into the training materials used by various brokerages and the testimony of three of the named plaintiffs. Ketchmark countered this with the fact that nothing on the slides designated things as a model.

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ROV (Reconsideration of Value) Changes – FHA and GSEs

Appraisal Today

VA’s Tidewater Initiative written in 2021 by McKissock (Similar idea as current ROV changes), effective in 2003. My comments: I find this post’s appraiser comments most interesting, especially those from VA appraisers who have been required to use the VA’s Tidewater Initiative, which started in 2003.

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Lamacchia Realty Announces Top Producing REALTORS® for December 2021

Lamacchia Realty

He is skilled in many facets of Real Estate including both Buyer & Seller Representation, Commercial, Investment, Relocation & Luxury Properties. To learn more about Sarah, click here: Sarah Schouler Joselin Malkhasian is a REALTOR® working with both buyers and sellers in the Greater Boston Area.

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Lamacchia Realty Announces Top Agents for June 2021

Lamacchia Realty

He is skilled in many facets of Real Estate including both Buyer & Seller Representation, Commercial, Investment, Relocation & Luxury Properties. A resident of Hubbardston, Lisa serves central Massachusetts home buyers and sellers with dedication and a relentless work ethic. Lisa was recognized as a Top Producer for 2020.

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Lamacchia Realty Announces Top Agents for the Mid-Year 2021

Lamacchia Realty

Mid-Year 2021 Winners of the Top 10 for the Company are: Joselin Malkhasian is a Realtor working with both Buyers and Sellers in the Greater Boston Area. He is skilled in many facets of Real Estate including both Buyer & Seller Representation, Commercial, Investment, Relocation & Luxury Properties.

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