George Dell
DECEMBER 28, 2022
Editor’s Note: Are You Using Big Data in Appraisals? is a first-time Guest Post from John Fariss, MNAA. John is the owner of Fariss Appraisal Services located in Bakersfield, CA. He is a frequent contributor to George Dell’s Valuemetrics.Info classes and a Moderator for the Community of Asset Analysts©. Recently John wrote an extensive article […].
Housing Wire
DECEMBER 27, 2022
Marty Green thinks of the housing market in 2022 as two very different movies. The first half of the year, with mortgage rates in the 3s and 4s, was like “Fast and Furious.” Houses were selling at a fever pitch in a matter of days, with multiple offers, waived contingencies and buyers paying $100,000(!) over asking price. High octane stuff.
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Cleveland Appraisal Blog
DECEMBER 24, 2022
Are you planning on renovating your home? What kinds of things can you expect? This week I welcome back guest blogger, Shirley Martin, who answers these questions in this article. I hope you enjoy it! What to Expect When Undertaking These 4 Common Home Renovation Projects. When home improvement gives way to major renovations, the implications can be more impactful than you might realize.
The Appraiser Coach
DECEMBER 27, 2022
I love my coaching. There’s just something about helping other people succeed that brings me a lot of joy! Something that comes up a lot during my coaching interviews with. Read More.
Appraiserblogs
DECEMBER 29, 2022
Average AMC appraisal fee to the appraiser: AMCs are taking far more of the borrower-paid fee this year than they did last year. Appraisers, I recently sent out a message asking appraisers to send me three data points comparing borrower-paid appraisal cost, and average AMC paid assignment fees in October, November 2021 and the same months in 2022 – for SFR assignments.
Housing Wire
DECEMBER 28, 2022
This article is part of our 2022-23 Housing Market Forecast series. After the series wraps, join us on February 6 for the HW+ Virtual 2023 Forecast Event. Bringing together some of the top economists and researchers in housing, the event will provide an in-depth look at the top predictions for this year, along with a roundtable discussion on how these insights apply to your business.
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DW Slater Company
DECEMBER 30, 2022
As we end this year and look to the new, we hope that you had a nice Christmas time and we wish you the best for the upcoming year! This month we celebrate 35 years of the D. W. Slater Company! In honor of 35 years, we have gone back to the original retro logo! The winter season is upon us and the slowdown in housing is partly seasonal. Mortgage rates peaked in November as the sales prices are declining from the previous month.
GoForrmz
DECEMBER 29, 2022
Resolve to streamline your business with digital forms in 2023 By now you’ve heard the phrase “New Year, New Me” at least a time or two, but have you started thinking about ways to apply that theory to your business? Whether you had a record-breaking year or you missed your company goals like a freshman-level kicker, it’s always a good idea to strategize for the coming year.
Housing Wire
DECEMBER 27, 2022
FHA Commissioner Julia Gordon. The fate of Federal Housing Administration (FHA)-backed mortgages in the ongoing downcycle housing market is being compared with a canary in the coal mine by several industry experts who track the sector and are seeing early warning signs of distress. In recent months, the canary has been chirping with far less exuberance as inflation (now above 7% annualized ), rising mortg a ge rates , declining home values and the potential of faster-rising unemployment spur
Eyes on Housing
DECEMBER 26, 2022
With the end of 2022 approaching, NAHB’s Eye on Housing is reviewing the posts that attracted the most readers over the last year. In May, Litic Murali reported on population data in the post-covid environment. The Census Bureau recently released its 2021 Metropolitan Statistical Area (MSA) annual population estimates. Between 2020 and 2021, 251 (65%) of the 384 MSAs within the.
Empire Appraisal Group
DECEMBER 25, 2022
May your days be filled with peace, hope, and joy this holiday season. As always, thank you for your business, loyalty, and support. Sincerely, All of us at Empire Appraisal Group. The post Merry Christmas appeared first on Empire Appraisal Group.
GoForrmz
DECEMBER 28, 2022
Digitally transform your beauty and wellness business with digital forms. The beauty and wellness industry spans a wide array of product and service offerings. From hair salons and local gyms to global makeup stores and cosmetology schools, introducing digital solutions, like digital form providers or operational data management platforms, can add immense value to your business!
Housing Wire
DECEMBER 30, 2022
“It’s going to be competitive — thin margins, little business and LOs getting out of the industry,” Dave Krichmar, banker at Legend Lending Corporation, said of the mortgage industry in 2023. Krichmar, whose $100 million-plus origination volume in 2022 consisted of 77% purchase loans, expects LOs to be working longer hours to find referral partners, trying to close loans faster than the others and diversifying their mortgage product offerings to combat an industry that shrank b
Eyes on Housing
DECEMBER 27, 2022
With the end of 2022 approaching, NAHB’s Eye on Housing is reviewing the posts that attracted the most readers over the last year. In May, Na Zhao reported on concerning the size of the second home housing stock. According to NAHB estimates, the total count of second homes was 7.15 million in 2020, accounting for 5.11% of the total.
Birmingham Appraisal
DECEMBER 27, 2022
Consumers Can Benefit From A Tech-Savvy Appraiser. Technology is advancing at ever-increasing rates. This shows up in the devices we use as well as the data we collect. First, it was personal computers that became mainstream in people’s homes. What was once too expensive for most people to purchase became more affordable. The clunky and slow desktop computers then became more streamlined and faster, making it possible for both consumers and business owners to interact more easily.
GoForrmz
DECEMBER 27, 2022
With just a few clicks you can automatically capture a timestamp upon eSign field completion Want to create an electronic signature that captures the exact time and day that a form user signs an eSign field? Leveraging the GoFormz Calculation Builder, you can automatically populate a timestamp right after an eSign field has been signed! Rather than using the Date and Time field, a Text field with a calculation can be used for this instance.
Housing Wire
DECEMBER 30, 2022
This week’s HW+ member spotlight features Chris Mozilo, divisional vice president, West Division at Newrez Wholesale. Below, Mozilo answers questions about the housing industry: HW Media: What is your current, favorite HW+ article and why? Chris Mozilo: I enjoy anything written by Logan Mohtashami. His use of clear explanations combined with charts makes this crazy market comfortably understandable.
Eyes on Housing
DECEMBER 28, 2022
With the end of 2022 approaching, NAHB’s Eye on Housing is reviewing the posts that attracted the most readers over the last year. In April, Natalia Siniavskaia reported on wage data for the construction sector. According to the latest May 2021 Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) and analysis by the National Association of.
Lamacchia Realty
DECEMBER 29, 2022
We are thrilled to announce that Nicole Vermillion has officially qualified for the 2022 President’s Club by surpassing $16,000,000 in sales volume! Nicole joined Lamacchia Realty in the Spring of 2021, and she took off running! Nicole loves to help people and be of service, and she has successfully guided many clients on their homeownership journey.
BiggerPockets
DECEMBER 25, 2022
Real estate tax strategies are plentiful. In fact, real estate investing is one of the most tax-beneficial investments you could make, with a plethora of tax write-offs and loopholes you […].
Housing Wire
DECEMBER 30, 2022
In this series of interviews, we focus on the people who are shaping the state of housing at the top — the policy and regulation experts. The FHFA and the GSEs are essential to painting the picture of today’s housing market and industry trends. To help shed some light in this area, several of the 2022 HousingWire Vanguard honorees shared their insights on what’s happening at the federal level that’s going to affect housing this year and into 2023.
Mortgagebroker News
DECEMBER 28, 2022
Executive emphasizes a home as an excellent long-term investment despite recent price dips
Lamacchia Realty
DECEMBER 28, 2022
AJ Bruce has officially qualified for the 2022 President’s Club ELITE by closing on 50 transactions this year! This is AJ’s first time reaching this incredible milestone, and we couldn’t be happier for him! AJ has been serving the Greater Worcester area for many years and has consistently proven himself as a dedicated and hardworking REALTOR® year after year.
BiggerPockets
DECEMBER 30, 2022
Do you need an LLC for rental property investing? Ask some investors, and they’ll hit back with a resounding “of course!” But ask another group of investors, and they’ll tell […].
Housing Wire
DECEMBER 26, 2022
It is not surprising that the mortgage industry can be one of the more challenging industries to work in. With constantly changing trends, increased rates and an affordability crisis currently facing many homeowners, it’s understandable that we might ask ourselves, “When will things get better?” . In order to maintain and even prosper during these tough times, it is important to follow some tips outlined in this article.
Mortgagebroker News
DECEMBER 30, 2022
HomeEquity Bank recaps the second half of 2022 in Specialized Lending as the New Year approaches
Lamacchia Realty
DECEMBER 29, 2022
Kerryann Murphy has officially qualified for the 2022 President’s Club by selling 33 homes this year! She has now achieved this impressive milestone two years in a row, having also qualified in 2021. With her exceptional negotiation skills and unmatched dedication to her clients, Kerryann earned a spot on Lamacchia Realty’s List of Top Producers for 2021 and received an award for the Most Transactions AND Highest Sales Volume in the Hudson Office for 2021.
BiggerPockets
DECEMBER 27, 2022
I bet you’ve heard people say, “I’m going to wait to buy when housing prices start going down” more than once over the last couple of years. Well, guess what? […].
Housing Wire
DECEMBER 26, 2022
In this series of interviews, we focus on the people who are shaping the state of housing at the top — the policy and regulation experts. The FHFA and the GSEs are essential to painting the picture of today’s housing market and industry trends. To help shed some light in this area, several of the 2022 HousingWire Vanguard honorees shared their insights on what’s happening at the federal level that’s going to affect housing this year and into 2023.
Mortgagebroker News
DECEMBER 29, 2022
Their "We Care" philosophy stands out as a common thread throughout their business
Lamacchia Realty
DECEMBER 30, 2022
Elisha Lynch has officially qualified for the 2022 President’s Club by selling 33 homes this year! This is Elisha’s second time achieving this impressive milestone, having also qualified in 2021. Elisha always provides stellar client care and excellent communication, while continuously staying up to date with industry knowledge and current market trends.
BiggerPockets
DECEMBER 29, 2022
Deleveraging is a term you probably haven’t heard. And don’t be surprised; most news networks will never cover what deleveraging is or what it means for the real estate market. […].
Housing Wire
DECEMBER 29, 2022
As we close out 2022, it’s time to reflect on a historic year for the housing market, which was even crazier than the COVID-19 year of 2020. There are similarities and significant differences between the housing recession we’ve seen this year versus 2008, and looking at specific factors in both timeframes gives us an idea of what to expect in 2023.
Mortgagebroker News
DECEMBER 27, 2022
The company hauled in $80 million in a "milestone" Series C round
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