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Fed’s Beige Book shows recent moderation in mortgage rates propped up demand for homes

Housing Wire

Moderation in mortgage rates led to a pickup in demand for residential real estate, but limited inventories across the country hindered actual home sales , the Federal Reserve reported in its Beige Book survey of regional business contacts that was published Wednesday.

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Zillow believes the evolution of the industry will only help it grow

Housing Wire

Zillow executives also discussed its newly launched “ Touring Contract ,” noting that prospective homebuyers would not be required by Zillow to sign its touring contract in order book a home tour.

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17 Realtors® Go Back in Time: First Year Real Estate Advice

Raleigh Realty

One of the first questions new Realtors have for me is always 'how much money will I make in my first year?' How much commissions you make in your first year as a Realtor will be entirely dependent on you and how much business you're able to generate. You should read E-Myth - It's the best business book for new entrepreneurs.

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Existing home sales data shows extent of housing inflation

Housing Wire

Today the National Association of Realtors reported that existing home sales fell once again to 4.80 From NAR Research : “Total existing-home sales notched a minor contraction of 0.4% Even though this was a beat of estimates, the sales decline trend due to higher mortgage rates and home prices continues. million in August.”

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3 Expert Tips for Selling a House Without a Realtor in Tennessee

Listing Spark

Selling a house without a realtor , known as For Sale By Owner (FSBO), can be a rewarding yet challenging venture. We want to make the process easier for homeowners, so we put together a shortlist of our top tips to selling your home without a realtor in Tennessee. This helps you keep track of appointments and avoid double bookings.

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Anxiety grips LOs as layoffs sweep the industry

Housing Wire

Retail people don’t get laid off as much because they own their book of business. As long as their realtors and partners are doing business, they’re doing business,” said Blake Bianchi, founder and CEO of mortgage start-up Discount.

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7 best real estate schools in North Carolina (NC) for 2024

Housing Wire

And the school’s practice tests, contract workshops, and other tools are designed to ensure confidence as you begin your career. Topics include basic real estate practices & principles, real estate law, financing, brokerage, contracts, closings + more Required 30 hrs of post-licensing coursework. Includes The Adventure Guide book.