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Opinion: Here’s the latest data on what Realtors are witnessing in the housing market

Housing Wire

There had been nearly one-third of buyers who waived an inspection or appraisal contingency, but the last month it fell to just over 20% for both. Another measure the housing market, is whether a Realtor had a client who had a distressed sale in the last month. The last high among all-cash buyers was seen at 35% in 2014.

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Nearly 40 housing tech firms make the 2023 Inc. 5000 list

Housing Wire

Homelight , a platform for homebuyers and sellers, was No. 403 Homelight 1,444% 2012 Providing a platform that helps deliver better outcomes for homebuyers and sellers. 497 BOSSCAT 1,175% 2018 Digitizing home inspection data to create instant repair estimates for homeowners and real estate professionals. 5000 edition.

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Fannie Mae: No Appraisals Required? 3-10-23

Appraisal Today

First, “third party” inspections. And, with this inspection a traditional appraisal is no longer a requirement for the mortgage loan. Secondly, the 3rd party inspection is sent to a licensed appraiser. But how do you contact potential clients and referral sources? This is nothing new.

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Understanding the Role of the Real Estate Agent

Zillow

If you find yourself in a situation where the same agent represents both the buyer and seller, things can get trickier, advises Scottsdale, Arizona-based real estate agent Dru Bloomfield. "A If I was representing both the buyer and seller, I'd be hard-pressed to take a low-ball offer to the seller.

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Houston Real Estate Market Forecast: Current Data & 2022 Predictions

Houston Properties

While no one ever thinks they’ll be forced to sell in a down market, very few people predicted 9/11 (2001), Great Recession (2008), the collapse of oil prices (2014), or Hurricane Harvey (2017). Why We're Fearful: Buyer & Seller Mistakes. Why We’re Fearful: Buyer & Seller Mistakes. "A Year Built: 2014.

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Mortgage Refinancing: Be Aware Of Closing Costs

Assurance Financial

Common fees that contribute to the closing costs include, but are not necessarily limited to, appraisal and inspection fees, application fees, origination fees, mortgage and title insurance fees, early repayment fees and discount points — some of which are more avoidable than others. Inspection/appraisal fees.

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Houston Housing Market Forecast: Current Data & 2021 Predictions

Houston Properties

Avoid 9 Costly Mistakes Sellers Make. We’re already having conversations with our clients in the industry. We use data to create custom solutions for our clients, present this to them, and have candid conversations on what they should do given the situation. 2020 ended favoring sellers. Do You Want To Buy A Home Now?