Housing Wire

DECEMBER 18, 2023

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) last week released a new order amending its “express consent” rules for the Telephone Consumer Protection Act (TCPA), which closes the “lead generator loophole” used by mortgage professionals to connect with potential business leads. The loophole allowed those gathering leads to sell to many entities at once, who would then often reach out to that consumer to get their business.

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Real Estate News

DECEMBER 18, 2023

Even if the hoped-for economic “soft landing” isn’t so soft, don’t expect to see a wave of short sales and foreclosures next year.

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Inman

DECEMBER 18, 2023

How one family turned their brokerage into a beacon of innovation and excellence. Mother-son team Mayi and Daniel de la Vega have led ONE Sotheby’s International Realty to emerge as the definitive luxury leader representing Florida’s East Coast.

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Real Estate News

DECEMBER 18, 2023

The former eXp CEO is resigning from the company’s board and reported selling 60,000 shares of company stock last week.

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Inman

DECEMBER 18, 2023

Don't let sellers put off listing until 2024. Coach Darryl Davis says it's time to share the good news about hitting the market during the holiday season.

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Real Estate News

DECEMBER 18, 2023

As lawsuits over agent compensation multiply, it’s important for leaders to assess agreements, training and how buyer agency adds value to their business.

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BiggerPockets

DECEMBER 18, 2023

Before a soon-to-be homeowner takes out a mortgage, they should understand what a mortgage broker is, the benefits of using one, and how to choose the best broker. This guide can help borrowers decide if using a mortgage broker is the right decision.

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Inman

DECEMBER 18, 2023

Aaron Schwid and Youngkey Chung trusted Compass agent Matt Isbell with the sale of their home, in part because he had appeared on "Million Dollar Listing." But evidence shows his actions may have set off the home's sprinklers and flooded it while the couple was away.

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Mashvisor

DECEMBER 18, 2023

Real estate investing is a lucrative venture, but it comes with inherent risks, particularly in the realm of property damage.

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Inman

DECEMBER 18, 2023

Join the conversation about the future of the MLS at Inman Connect New York in January, where we’ll be discussing this manifesto, and much more.

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BiggerPockets

DECEMBER 18, 2023

The demographics of renters are changing fast. Here's what the next generation is looking for, and how investors can capitalize.

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Inman

DECEMBER 18, 2023

Forget Cross pens and Starbucks gift cards. According to mega-team leader Carl Medford, here's what's really on the wishlist of every real estate pro right now.

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BiggerPockets

DECEMBER 18, 2023

Do you lean into data when analyzing real estate deals? In a competitive market, ANY kind of advantage goes a long way towards helping you land better deals.

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Lamacchia Realty

DECEMBER 18, 2023

AGENT VS. REALTOR: WHY THE DIFFERENCE MATTERS Often, we hear the terms “real estate agent” and “REALTOR ®” being used synonymously. To the everyday buyer and seller , they may not think there is much of a difference between the two. What many consumers don’t realize is there are some key distinctions of a REALTOR® that will benefit them in their real estate endeavors.

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BiggerPockets

DECEMBER 18, 2023

What will the housing market look like for real estate investors in 2024? Will the much-predicted recession finally hit the U.S. economy?

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Mortgagebroker News

DECEMBER 18, 2023

A sustained downward trend on price pressures will make the Bank consider lowering the policy rate

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BiggerPockets

DECEMBER 18, 2023

2023 provided an exciting mix of good news, ugly news, just plain bad news, and some so-so news.

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Mortgagebroker News

DECEMBER 18, 2023

There has been a huge spike in recent years - but what happens next

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BiggerPockets

DECEMBER 18, 2023

How do you turn a TINY side hustle into a full-on income stream?

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Mortgagebroker News

DECEMBER 18, 2023

Regulators to examine whether assets held in non-banks reflect interest rates

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Housing Wire

DECEMBER 18, 2023

In her first national interview since a Missouri jury found the real estate industry liable for colluding to artificially inflate real estate agent commissions, National Association of Realtors (NAR) president Tracy Kaspe r said the trade group would continue to advocate for what it feels is best for consumers. “We will continue to fight,” Kasper told Kelly Evans of CNBC’s The Exchange last Thursday.

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Mortgagebroker News

DECEMBER 18, 2023

He will also be suspended for three months

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Mashvisor

DECEMBER 18, 2023

In the realm of real estate, uncertainty is a constant companion.

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Mortgagebroker News

DECEMBER 18, 2023

Latest figures have been released

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Housing Wire

DECEMBER 18, 2023

A decline in mortgage rates since November helped end four months of declines in builder confidence. Recent economic readings suggest improving housing conditions in 2024. Builder confidence gained three points to 37 in December, the first monthly increase since July, according to the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB)/Wells Fargo Housing Market Index (HMI).

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Mortgagebroker News

DECEMBER 18, 2023

It will invest more than $215 million

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Housing Wire

DECEMBER 18, 2023

A coalition of seven housing interest groups including the Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA), the Community Home Lenders of America (CHLA), the National Association of Realtors (NAR) and the National Reverse Mortgage Lenders Association (NRMLA) have co-signed a letter urging the full funding of both the Federal Housing Administration (FHA) and Ginnie Mae.

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Eyes on Housing

DECEMBER 18, 2023

After years of being unable to ratchet up the number of new workers coming from outside the U.S. to help with persistent labor shortages, the construction industry reversed this trend and managed to attract over 90,000 new immigrant workers, levels unseen since the housing boom of 2005-2006.

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GoForrmz

DECEMBER 18, 2023

Checkboxes and Checkbox Groups: What’s the difference, and when should you use one versus the other? When creating a digital form, you may need to capture more than an electronic signature. For example, a contractor may need a customer to sign and also select the service they would like to receive. Whether you’re creating a survey, timesheet template , or any other type of form, checkboxes are an easy way to make selections.

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Eyes on Housing

DECEMBER 18, 2023

Falling mortgage rates helped end a four-month decline in builder confidence, and recent economic data signal improving housing conditions heading into 2024. Builder confidence in the market for newly built single-family homes rose three points to 37 in December, according to the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB)/Wells Fargo Housing Market Index (HMI).

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Inman

DECEMBER 18, 2023

Builder confidence in the market for single-family homes rose three points to a score of 37 during December, the first monthly improvement since August.

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