Housing Wire
MARCH 3, 2023
Inflation is hot, so why aren’t mortgage rates over 10% like we saw in the 1970s? Put those disco pants back in the closet; this isn’t the 1970s, John, and the bond market has been saying this to anyone who would listen. Mortgage rates have trended up to over 7% while the 10-year yield has been around 4%, so everything is in the top-end range of my 2023 forecast.
Real Estate News
MARCH 3, 2023
Newly built homes continue to lose square footage. But agents see an upside for buyers seeking more affordable options.
This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.
Housing Wire
MARCH 3, 2023
Real estate valuation technology provider Clear Capital on Thursday launched Universal Data Collection (UDC), a product designed to support appraisal modernization. The UDC product provides lenders with tools for scalability, interchangeability and loan management, according to a statement. UDC will provide fast and accurate collection of data, pursuant to Freddie Mac and Fannie Mae data standards, when lenders receive “loan eligibility for agency loan programs that allow for an inspection-based
Real Estate News
MARCH 3, 2023
A recent panel discussion concluded that the industry, from lenders to agents, should take note: Millennials are a massive cohort with unique challenges.
Housing Wire
MARCH 3, 2023
Executives at Rocket Companies are engaged in a very tricky balancing act: they must drastically reduce expenses to return the company to profitability. And at the same time they must continue to invest in their business to avoid losing further ground in a mortgage market that doesn’t play to Rocket’s natural strengths. The lender has made several big reductions in force in recent months.
Real Estate News
MARCH 3, 2023
As the housing stock ages, agents should educate themselves about the features and occasional pitfalls of older homes.
Property Appraisal Zone brings together the best content for appraisal professionals from the widest variety of industry thought leaders.
Real Estate News
MARCH 3, 2023
Founder Dave Liniger encouraged attendees to focus on growth and adaptability, while CEO Nick Bailey said agents shouldn't be afraid to "get loud.
Inman
MARCH 3, 2023
On the heels of RE/MAX's 50th anniversary and R4 conference, RE/MAX CEO Nick Bailey shared with Inman a sneak-peek into the franchisor's tech and growth strategy for 2023.
Appraiserblogs
MARCH 3, 2023
Somebody explain to me exactly how Property Data Collectors are “professionally trained” per Fannie Mae directives. The fact is, Fannie Mae is explicitly working toward the elimination of appraisers for real property valuations. This is in their latest Selling Guide Announcement SEL-2023-02 to the Fannie Mae Selling Guide: Value acceptance + property data is a new option that utilizes property data collection by a third party who conducts interior and exterior data collection on the subject prop
Inman
MARCH 3, 2023
The two-day Christie's International Real Estate conference in the Cayman Islands drew broker-owners — including Aaron Kirman in his debut at the event — from four continents and around two dozen U.S. states.
Riverfront Appraisals
MARCH 3, 2023
If you ask an appraiser, “what’s the most frequently asked question you get just as you’re about to leave a house”, I bet 99% of appraisers would respond with the following: Now, how long does it take to get the appraisal results back? Or some iteration of that question. It’s what’s on most homeowner’s minds […] The post FAQ #9: How Long Does it Take To Get My Appraisal Back?
Inman
MARCH 3, 2023
There are four stages in the listing process that offer unique opportunities to market both the listing and yourself, Jimmy Burgess writes. Here are 23 ways to turn your latest listing into multiple deals.
GoForrmz
MARCH 3, 2023
Honoring National Employee Appreciation Day In honor of National Employee Appreciation Day, we would like to take a moment to share our appreciation for our incredible team at GoFormz. Every day, our dedicated team tirelessly works to introduce new initiatives, push boundaries, and ensure our product functions at the highest level for our customers.
Inman
MARCH 3, 2023
The National Association of Realtors said increasing the nation's inventory is one solution to address homeownership gap. The trade group is eying 3 million net new Black homeowners by 2030.
McKissock
MARCH 3, 2023
Fannie Mae updates its Selling Guide to include more options for property valuations. Early signs of a housing market rebound are halted by rising interest rates. A new episode of Beyond the Numbers with McKissock Appraisal interviews Robbie Wilson to learn how his company, RSDS, is working to increase appraisal diversity. Registration is now open for the 2023 Appraiser’s Conference and Trade Show (ACTS).
Inman
MARCH 3, 2023
The optimal retirement planning strategy may differ depending on the stage of the agent's career. According to CFP Jordan Curnutt, agents must be fully aware of the options available to ensure they are using the best plan to make the biggest impact on their financial future.
McKissock
MARCH 3, 2023
Fannie Mae updates its Selling Guide to include more options for property valuations. Early signs of a housing market rebound are halted by rising interest rates. A new episode of Beyond the Numbers with McKissock Appraisal interviews Robbie Wilson to learn how his company, RSDS, is working to increase appraisal diversity. Registration is now open for the 2023 Appraiser’s Conference and Trade Show (ACTS).
Inman
MARCH 3, 2023
If you want to keep your pipeline full, you can't slack off on marketing. Take this quiz to find out if you're doing everything you can (and should) be doing now.
McKissock
MARCH 3, 2023
Fannie Mae updates its Selling Guide to include more options for property valuations. Early signs of a housing market rebound are halted by rising interest rates. A new episode of Beyond the Numbers with McKissock Appraisal interviews Robbie Wilson to learn how his company, RSDS, is working to increase appraisal diversity. Registration is now open for the 2023 Appraiser’s Conference and Trade Show (ACTS).
Inman
MARCH 3, 2023
The median U.S. home sale price declined marginally between February 2022 and 2023, clocking in at $350,426, according to new data released Thursday.
Mortgagebroker News
MARCH 3, 2023
A mild technical recession could give way to a busier market in the second half of the year, says president
Inman
MARCH 3, 2023
While gathering leads is certainly the goal, the best ones will come to those agents who leverage Real's connectivity to each other, and who remain active in curating relevant market content.
Mortgagebroker News
MARCH 3, 2023
The market's February benchmark price was also markedly higher than pre-pandemic levels
Inman
MARCH 3, 2023
The Ohio bank's $9 million pledge to promote ownership in Black and Hispanic neighborhoods is the sixth since the DOJ launched an initiative to combat redlining in October 2021, with lawsuits generating $84 million in relief to date.
BiggerPockets
MARCH 3, 2023
If you live in a high-cost-of-living area, a house hack could solve many of your money-related problems.
Inman
MARCH 3, 2023
It's the highest price yet for the former Ramsey home, which hasn't sold in nearly 20 years despite several attempts in the $2 million range.
Mortgagebroker News
MARCH 3, 2023
The central bank has some big decisions to make
Inman
MARCH 3, 2023
Catch up on the most-read stories of the week, as determined by Inman readers. Here's Inman Top 5 for Feb. 24 - March 2, 2023.
Mortgagebroker News
MARCH 3, 2023
New survey highlights the steps Canadians have taken to augment their income
Inman
MARCH 3, 2023
Companies said that instead of laying off workers, they're trimming their payrolls through attrition or by offering voluntary buyouts.
Eppraisal
MARCH 3, 2023
Do you as a homeowners know the difference between a homeowner's insurance policy and a home warranty? There is a distinct difference between the two. As a homeowner, it's important to know what differences there are and how each type functions. With the increase in home values over the last couple years, you have a bigger investment to protect against hazards and defects.
Mortgagebroker News
MARCH 3, 2023
However, interest rate hikes have left their mark
BiggerPockets
MARCH 3, 2023
Knowing how to calculate the square footage of a home is important for real estate investors.
Mortgagebroker News
MARCH 3, 2023
Sales remain low across the city's housing market
Expert insights. Personalized for you.
418 
Let's personalize your content