Inman

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

Frances Katzen and Courtney Poulos talk with moderator Dana Cadena about the importance of buyer representation, understanding your contracts, professionalism in the industry and more at ICNY.

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Housing Wire

JUNE 26, 2024

Former NEXA Mortgage President Mat Grella filed a motion to dismiss a lawsuit in which the company accuses him of causing the failure of a hangar-office property purchase and acting to defame his business partner Mike Kortas.

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Housing Wire

JULY 27, 2022

Wire and title fraud remained at all time high levels in the second quarter of 2022 while the market contracted, rates increased and fraud risk continued to rise,” FundingShield CEO Ike Suri said. The post Fraud risk continues to rise even as the market contracts appeared first on HousingWire.

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Inman

MARCH 27, 2024

acre man-made island, and went into contract on Monday. The estate sits alone on its own 2.3-acre The negotiated price and the buyer's identity are still unknown.

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Appraisal Buzz

FEBRUARY 22, 2022

What makes a contract a contract? The post A Contract is Born appeared first on Appraisal Buzz. Is it the legal prose, the professional typesetting, or the date across the top? I’m no lawyer, but my mentor once told me that … Read More.

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Appraisal Buzz

FEBRUARY 18, 2022

Homes sold faster than ever during the four weeks ending February 13, as a record 57% of homes that went under contract did so within two weeks of being listed, according to a new report from Redfin. The post Housing Market Showing Nearly 60% of Listed Homes Under Contract Within Two Weeks appeared first on Appraisal Buzz.

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Miller Samuel

APRIL 29, 2020

Throughout my career, I have seen brokerage firms publish pending/contract reports, touting pending trends as more reliable than reports based on closings. The simplistic, uninformed argument for pending sales is that contract dates occur before closing dates, so they are more current. I plan to develop one someday.

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Inman

APRIL 22, 2024

Amid an industrywide recruitment war, Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate has secured its largest contract renewal of 2024 with Atlanta-based BHGRE Metro Brokers. The 45-year-old brokerage is the second-largest franchise in the BHGRE network, with more than 2,400 agents across 27 offices.

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Appraisal Buzz

OCTOBER 7, 2021

The post Mortgage Contracting Services Announces Craig Torrance for CEO Role appeared first on DSNews. The post Mortgage Contracting Services Announces Craig Torrance for CEO Role appeared first on Appraisal Buzz.

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Inman

MAY 8, 2023

Solid communication, attention to detail and a willingness to go the extra mile are all necessary to create a well-thought-out contract package.

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Appraisal Buzz

AUGUST 13, 2021

Why must an appraiser be given a copy of the sales contract? Secondly, the appraiser is likely familiar with the local real estate contract forms, customary terms, and conditions of real estate transactions in the area, and might be able to. The post What’s in a Sales Contract?

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Inman

AUGUST 30, 2023

From financing to contingencies, Eric Bramlett walks you through creating a compelling contract to come out on top in multiple offer scenarios.

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Inman

APRIL 6, 2023

Providing the highest level of client service means understanding the ins and outs of real estate contracts. Broker Teresa Boardman breaks down the most problematic and error-prone contract elements for you.

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Inman

JULY 16, 2024

After brokerages and MLSs reached out, the Consumer Federation of America created criteria focused on whether agreements are readable, understandable, and fair to buyers.

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Inman

MARCH 24, 2023

Terms of the contract were not disclosed. The team closed the priciest sale in Orange County last year with a $55 million property in Crystal Cove and was named the No. 1 large team nationwide in the 2023 Ellie Awards.

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Inman

JULY 17, 2024

California Regional MLS's general counsel talks offers of compensation, seller concessions, steering and buyer agency agreements ahead of his appearance at Inman Connect Las Vegas.

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Appraisal Buzz

NOVEMBER 10, 2021

MSP is a comprehensive, end-to-end platform that supports all aspects of servicing – from loan boarding to default – for first mortgages, as well as home equity loans and lines of credit, The post Pulte Mortgage Contracts with Black Knight for MSP Servicing System appeared first on Appraisal Buzz.

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Housing Wire

JULY 18, 2024

CFA has already shown that some revised contracts are very anti-consumer while others are much fairer to buyers.” The criteria consist of 15 factors real estate leaders should consider when creating a buyer representation contract. The criteria are primarily focused on the form and content of the contract.

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Appraisal Buzz

AUGUST 5, 2021

Fewer Listings Under Contract YoY in July appeared first on theMReport.com. Fewer Listings Under Contract YoY in July appeared first on Appraisal Buzz. Record-high home prices may be causing some buyers to retreat, as affordability continues to play a factor in homebuyers’ decisions. The post 7.3% The post 7.3%

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Inman

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023

Nearly 60,000 home purchase contracts were canceled nationwide during August, according to Redfin's report.

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Raleigh Realty

FEBRUARY 24, 2022

What Does 'Under Contract' Mean in Real Estate? You've decided to buy a home and whether it's your first home or your tenth you're likely to stumble across homes that are listed as 'under contract' on the real estate listing. Then, you look at the status and that other shoe finally has a chance to drop: it's "under contract."

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Mortgagebroker News

JULY 11, 2024

Court ruling enforces contract terms after buyers fail to secure financing

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Appraisal Buzz

OCTOBER 8, 2021

Virginia Housing has renewed its contract to use Black Knight Inc. ’s The post Virginia Housing, Black Knight Renew Contract for MSP Servicing System appeared first on Appraisal Buzz. s MSP servicing system. Virginia Housing has been a Black Knight client for 25 years. With over 1 million loans expected to exit.

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Real Estate News

JULY 24, 2024

Upward of 56,000 home purchase contracts — nearly 15% of all such contracts from June — were canceled, a new report found, largely due to affordability issues.

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GoForrmz

APRIL 12, 2021

Augment your manufacturing contracts with these powerful fields and features Digital form fields and features can significantly improve the completeness and professionalism of your manufacturing contracts and service agreements. Ready to digitize your digital manufacturing contracts and service agreements?

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Inman

JANUARY 23, 2023

The house is now under contract after just six days on the market, according to a listing on Zillow. Listing photos on Zillow show firefighters extinguishing the blaze as the $1.5 million, 25-year-old mansion actively burns.

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Inman

MARCH 1, 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

JUNE 25, 2024

Her analysis also notes problematic provisions in CAR’s contract related to dispute resolution, dual agency, commissions owed and buyer cancellation. The contrast between the CAR and eXp contracts could not be sharper,” Stephen Brobeck, a CFA senior fellow, said in a statement. The eXp contract is written with the buyer in mind.

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Inman

JANUARY 25, 2024

Frances Katzen and Courtney Poulos spoke with moderator Dana Cadena about the importance of buyer representation, challenges to professionalism in the industry and more during an ICNY panel on Thursday.

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Inman

MAY 1, 2024

In an email, the 1.5 million member trade group specified when agents would have to have signed written agreements with buyers, but stressed NAR would not dictate the agreements' terms.

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The Robert Weiler Company

JANUARY 2, 2021

Are you familiar with a land contract in Ohio, as well as the state-specific requirements? What is a land contract in Ohio, really? Essentially, a land contract is an alternative financing option if you’re investing in: Farmland or raw land. So, what is a land contract agreement, and how does it work? A home or condo.

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Hank Miller Team

FEBRUARY 8, 2022

So what happens if the appraisal is below contract price? Appraisals below contract price will continue to be a challenge in 2022. Consider, appraisals this year will be using data from the already insane market of 2021 and many will still fall below contract.

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Inman

JANUARY 18, 2024

The duplex at Central Park Tower marks one of the rare deals in New York City that has commanded nine figures in recent years. When it was first listed in early 2023, the unit asked $175 million.

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Housing Wire

APRIL 17, 2024

In a writ of certiorari filed in early February, HomeServices told the Supreme Court that each of its client contracts state that the “signatories can arbitrate any claim or dispute arising out of the contract.” There is no dispute that the plaintiffs agreed to contracts that include mandatory arbitration provisions.

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Riverfront Appraisals

FEBRUARY 22, 2023

As I’ve written about this topic […] The post FAQ #8: What Happens When the Appraisal Comes Back Under Contract Price? I’ve written about it a few times over the years, but since the question keeps popping up, I’ll keep writing about it! appeared first on Riverfront Appraisals.

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Inman

APRIL 30, 2024

The new touring agreements will last seven days and are a response to terms contained in recent commission lawsuit settlements.

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Housing Wire

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

As brokerages across the country have begun implementing buyer agency contracts into their business practices in the wake of the Sitzer/Burnett commission lawsuit verdict, the Consumer Federation of America is warning consumers that they may be filled with “unfair provisions” that primarily protect agents and brokers.

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