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Mortgage rates fall to levels not seen since September

Housing Wire

Mortgage rates headed lower this week as the 10-year Treasury yield dropped below 4.3% for the first time since September, according to new data from Freddie Mac. The 30-year, fixed mortgage rate averaged 7.22% for the week ending Nov. 30, according to Freddie Mac ‘s Primary Mortgage Market Survey. That’s down significantly from last week ’s 7.29% and up from 6.49% the same week a year ago.

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Housing Market Decoded: Why 2023 mortgage rate predictions missed the mark

Real Estate News

A year ago, many economists forecast that rates would fall within the 5-6% range by the end of 2023, but the economy didn’t behave as expected.

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Pending home sales fall to their lowest level in two decades

Housing Wire

Pending home sales in October fell to their lowest level since 2001. As mortgage rates edged near multi-decade highs, pending home sales declined 1.5% in October on a month-over-month basis, according to data released Thursday by the National Association of Realtors (NAR). As a result, NAR’s Pending Home Sales Index fell to a reading of 71.4, down from 72.6 in September.

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Falling rates and rising inventory a good combo for buyers

Real Estate News

Rates edged closer to the 7% mark this week, improving affordability. Coupled with a small bump in listings, that could mean more year-end sales.

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Buyers will have more options in 2024, but affordability woes will persist: Bright MLS

Housing Wire

Bright MLS released its National Housing Market Outlook on Wednesday, which shows that affordability will remain the biggest challenge for homebuyers next year. Homebuyer traffic will increase in 2024, fueled by lower mortgage rates and more existing-home inventory. Home sales are expected to rise, as homebuyers will have more options to choose from.

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Despite economic volatility, most people can still pay their mortgages

Real Estate News

The latest CoreLogic report shows delinquencies at record low levels, although there are some warning signs.

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Vacasa gives Matterport multi-year marketing deal

Inman

Matterport and Vacasa will be traveling a lot together in the near future. The vacation home company hired the digital twin creator in a multi-year contract to help market its global portfolio of vacation homes under management.

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Clear Capital’s Kenon Chen on appraisal modernization

Housing Wire

Editor in Chief Sarah Wheeler sat down with Kenon Chen, executive vice president of strategy and growth at Clear Capital , to talk about appraisal modernization and how technology is just part of the solution. Sarah Wheeler: What are some of the biggest challenges right now? Kenon Chen: The challenge that’s in front of everyone continues to be the market itself, and then housing affordability.

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Pending home sales drop to lowest level on record

Real Estate News

Nationally, pending sales slid 1.5% in October as mortgage rates spiked and buyers retreated.

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How to get a real estate license in Ohio (OH) in 5 steps

Housing Wire

Vetted by HousingWire | Our editors independently review the products we recommend. When you buy through our links, we may earn a commission. Wondering how to get a real estate license in Ohio in 2024? Your path to real estate licensure begins with 120 hours of classes in an approved Ohio real estate license education program. From completing your required coursework to taking the licensing exam, keep reading to learn how to become a real estate agent in Ohio.

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A step-by-step guide to build the life and business of your dreams

Inman

Building the real estate business of your dreams is a journey that requires vision, hard work and perseverance. Jimmy Burgess and brokerage founder Price Rainer share steps to harness your commitment and achieve your most audacious goals.

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Moehrl commission lawsuit trial not expected until end of 2024

Housing Wire

If you are waiting on another commission lawsuit trial, it looks like you will be waiting a while. Judge Andrea R. Wood of the U.S. District Court in Chicago indicated this past spring that the trial in the Moehrl commission lawsuit would take place during the first half of 2024. But those plans seem to be in flux after a telephonic status hearing for the case on Wednesday.

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Learn the Law of 3, a strategic tool for real estate leadership

Inman

You've heard of the Pareto Principle. Take it to the next level with the Law of Three, writes luxury consultant Chris Pollinger, a strategy designed to make your leadership more impactful.

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Fidelity says cybersecurity attack is contained but questions remain

Housing Wire

After about a week of chaos at Fidelity National Financial (FNF) due to a cybersecurity attack , the firm said the incident was contained on Sunday, November 26. In an updated filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission on Thursday, Fidelity disclosed the company became aware of a cybersecurity incident that impacted some of its systems on Sunday Nov. 19.

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Title insurer Fidelity restoring operations after security incident

Inman

The nation's largest title insurer won't say whether it was the target of a ransomware attack, sparking speculation that it paid a ransom to hackers exploiting Citrix Bleed software vulnerability.

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7 best real estate schools in Illinois (IL) for 2024

Housing Wire

Vetted by HousingWire | Our editors independently review the products we recommend. When you buy through our links, we may earn a commission. If you’re looking for the best real estate schools in Illinois to complete the required 75 hours of class time you’ll need to get a broker’s license, we’re here to help. In Illinois, real estate agents are called brokers.

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Defy the market: Strategies for success from industry experts

Inman

Tune in to this week's latest Inman Access class and hear from three industry experts on what real estate professionals should be prioritizing to see success in today's market and in 2024.

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CFPB’s Chopra addresses mortgage issues in House oversight hearing

Housing Wire

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) wants to address mortgage issues, including affordability and servicing challenges. However, persistently high mortgage rates currently straining affordability prospects will limit what the Bureau can accomplish. This is according to CFPB Director Rohit Chopra , who offered a semi-annual report on the CFPB in front of the U.S.

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Women are supporting women on Threads. Should you?

Inman

The Threads app has exploded with posts of Women Supporting Women, an effort for growing community and connecting with other like-minded women. Jessi Healey explains and advises real estate agents on how to participate.

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Senior FDIC official to lead Conference of State Bank Supervisors

Housing Wire

The Conference of State Bank Supervisors ’ (CSBS) board of directors appointed Brandon Milhorn – current deputy to Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) vice chairman Travis Hill – as its incoming president and chief executive officer (CEO). Milhorn will assume the new role on Dec. 4, succeeding James Cooper. Cooper retires after serving in the position since June 2022 following the sudden passing of longtime CSBS CEO John Ryan.

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5 reasons minority, LGBTQ+ buyers should invest in real estate now

Inman

Don't let fear keep LGBTQ+ and minority clients from realizing the benefits of homeownership. Zak Shellhammer offers ideas for becoming an advocate and adviser for all of your buyers.

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The Top Benefits of Getting a Residential Appraisal in Toronto

Appraisal Hub

In the bustling real estate market of Toronto, understanding the true value of your residential property is more crucial than ever. Whether you’re considering selling your home, refinancing your mortgage, or simply looking to understand your property’s market value, a professional residential appraisal is the key. In this blog, we’ll explore the top benefits of getting a residential appraisal in Toronto, highlighting the expertise of leading appraisal firms like Appraisal Hub I

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Warren Dow: From neuroscience to real estate tech whiz

Inman

In his latest Snapshot profile, Brandon Doyle interviews Warren Dow, general manager of the real estate division at SavvyCard, about his pivot to real estate technology.

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Should Downsizing Homeowners Cash In or Wait?

Empire Appraisal Group

NEWS & MEDIA JAYK7/GettyImages Source: [link] Should Downsizing Homeowners Cash In or Wait? By Kerry Smith Homeowners looking to downsize wonder if they should sell now before higher mortgage rates push home prices lower or hunker down with their 3%-range loan. SEATTLE – Baby boomers planning to downsize in retirement face a dilemma: Should they sell now while home prices are high since rising mortgage rates could push a drop in those prices – or should they hold onto their current home tha

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Pending home sales fall to lowest level in more than 20 years

Inman

Pending sales fell 1.5 percent month over month in October to a reading of 71.4, the lowest score recorded since the Pending Home Sales Index began publishing in 2001.

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ProTip: Add a Logo to Your Form Template

GoForrmz

Use Page Elements to easily add your logo and other basic design elements to your digital form Templates Did you know that you can use Page Elements to add images, shapes, lines, and text to your Templates? In the Template Editor you can easily drag-and-drop Page Elements onto the background of your Template. This functionality makes it easy to make basic visual adjustments to your Templates, including the addition of visual brand marks, like your logo.

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Zillow predicts a ‘breather year’ for homebuyers in 2024

Inman

Homebuyers will have slightly more homes to choose from at slightly more agreeable prices in the new year, according to the portal's 2024 forecast.

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Unraveling the Complex Tapestry of Inflation Dynamics: Post-Covid Changes

Eyes on Housing

The report from the Federal Reserve Bank of Boston discusses the recent trends in consumer price inflation, focusing on the period from 2021 to June 2023. After experiencing elevated readings in 2021 and 2022, inflation has moderated this year. The total consumer price index (CPI) decreased from 6.4 percent in December 2022 to 3.1 percent in June 2023, with core.

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Broker Spotlight: David Ayers, The Agency Cleveland

Inman

Find out how managing broker David Ayers and his brokerage are becoming part of the revitalization and resurgence going on in Northeast Ohio.

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Why Desktop Appraisals Matter and How Agents Can Help

National Association of Realtors

These types of assignments don’t require appraisers to inspect the interior or exterior of a property. Your care can make such valuations more reliable.

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Home inventory finally showing signs of life in November

Inman

There were 7.5 percent more homesellers listing their homes in November 2023 than in November 2022, according to Realtor.com.

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How to Get Rich Without Investing in Real Estate

BiggerPockets

You want to know how to get rich. But you probably don’t want to deal with the tenants, toilets, trash, and constant headaches of investing in real estate.

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Americans’ average mortgage payment falls $164 in November

Inman

A dip in the weekly average for 30-year mortgage rates dropped the average mortgage payment to $2,575 in November, and homebuyers are taking advantage.

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HELOC or Cash-Out Refi? What’s the Best Choice in 2024

BiggerPockets

Here’s a look at the tradeoff between HELOCs and cash-out refinances—the two most common and popular ways to tap into your home equity while maintaining and keeping the ownership of your home.

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