Housing Wire

MARCH 12, 2025

Mortgage applications increased 11.2% on a seasonally adjusted basis from last week, according to data from the Mortgage Bankers Associations (MBA) weekly mortgage applications survey for the week ending March 7, 2025. On an unadjusted basis, the index increased 12% compared to last week. The refinance index saw a 16% uptick from the previous week and was 90% higher than the same week one year ago, largely driven by a dip in the 30-year fixed rate observed by the MBA.

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Appraisal Buzz

MARCH 10, 2025

Rocket Companies has announced that it has entered into an agreement to purchase digital real estate brokerage Redfin in an all-stock transaction for a value $1.75 billion of equity value. Founded in 2004, Redfin operates a home search platform with more than one million for-sale and rental listings and a tech-powered brokerage of more than 2,200 agents.

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Sacramento Appraisal Blog

MARCH 12, 2025

Tame. That’s a good way to describe the spring season so far. We are definitely seeing signs of seasonality, but the market isn’t blazing hot either. Historically, the housing market really picks up in March, so let’s talk about that (and touch base on condos). This post is designed to skim quickly or digest slowly. […] The post A tame housing market & condo issues first appeared on Sacramento Appraisal Blog.

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Inman

MARCH 10, 2025

Rocket Companies announced Monday its plans to acquire Redfin in an all-stock transaction valued at $1.75 billion in equity. This acquisition will integrate Redfin's home search platform, which features over 1 million listings and a network of 2,200 agents, with Rocket Companies' mortgage origination and servicing capabilities.

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Housing Wire

MARCH 10, 2025

Today, Rocket Companies announced it has entered into an agreement to purchase digital real estate brokerage Redfin in an all-stock transaction valued at $1.75 billion in equity. The deal, which has been approved by the boards of directors of both Rocket Companies and Redfin, is expected to close in the second or third quarter of 2025. Rocket’s press release stated that Redfin CEO Glenn Kelman will continue to lead the Redfin business, reporting to Rocket Companies CEO Varun Krishna.

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George Dell

MARCH 10, 2025

Statistical is the second method mentioned in the Fannie Mae Guideline for time adjustments. Editors Note:Read the entire series (so far) here. What does that mean? Is it an actual acceptable method? It says so. It must be! Lets look. The Fannie Mae Guidelines do not explain the word, nor the process. We must look […] The post Statistical Time?

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Inman

MARCH 14, 2025

Keeping sellers in the loop isnt just about providing updates, coach Darryl Davis writes. Its about reinforcing confidence and, more importantly, earning their trust.

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Housing Wire

MARCH 8, 2025

Mortgage rates are declining, and recent purchase application data shows a promising 9% week-to-week increase and a 2% rise compared to the previous year. Does this indicate that the housing market is beginning to wake up just in time for spring? While I wouldn’t say we’re experiencing a full revival just yet, the latest data suggests a stabilization.

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Appraisal Buzz

MARCH 10, 2025

Sorry, Home Depot, we have entered the age of move-in ready. Buyers are willing to pay nearly 4% more than expected for a home that is already remodeled (3.7%)an additional $13,194 on a typical U.S. home. Thats the highest sale price premium of all 359 listing keywords in a new study by Zillow , which looked at more than two million homes listed for sale on their site in 2024.

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Real Estate News

MARCH 13, 2025

Gino Blefari denied a Wall Street Journal report of acquisition talks with Compass, saying there are no discussions, negotiations or agreements taking place.

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Inman

MARCH 10, 2025

Private equity firm Stone Point Capital is seeking to grow Keller Williams and ultimately cash out, analysts told Inman. That expansion could come from new tech, an IPO, or something else entirely.

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Housing Wire

MARCH 10, 2025

The spring housing market is still trying to spring. Pending home sales inched up for the week with small gains but remained below numbers seen at this time last year. New listings volume is trying to grow with its biggest week since September. List prices inched up for the week, though sales prices did not advance. There are plenty of weak signals in the housing market, of course.

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Appraisal Buzz

MARCH 10, 2025

As inflation continues to shape consumer behavior, Americans are adjusting their financial habits, delaying major life plans, and seeking new ways to manage their money. According to the second annual Wells Fargo Money Study , 76% of Americans have cut back on spending, a notable increase from 67% in 2024. The impact is even more pronounced among younger generations, with 82% of Gen Z adults and 79% of Millennials reporting reduced spending.

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Real Estate News

MARCH 12, 2025

The nationwide inventory shortage 3.8 million homes is reaching a point of no return in some parts of the country though new construction is increasing.

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Inman

MARCH 11, 2025

The value of America's nearly 100 million homes hit $49.7 trillion at the end of 2024, as the combined net worth of the wealthiest 1 percent of Americans hit a record $49.2 trillion, according to a Redfin analysis.

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Housing Wire

MARCH 14, 2025

Employment in the Washington, D.C. housing market is anything but stable right now and residents are feeling it. According to D.C.’s Department of Employment Services, nearly 12,000 federal employees have filed initial unemployment claims amid widespread cuts enacted by Elon Musk and his DOGE agency. We’re tracking the Washington D.C. housing market using weekly data from Altos, which includes more than 60 different data points on every metro area in the country, to see how employme

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Appraisal Buzz

MARCH 13, 2025

As housing affordability reached its lowest point since 2006, one group stood out in defying market trendssingle women. In 2024, the homeownership rate among single women rose slightly to 51.9%, up from 51.8% in 2023. This modest increase continues a recovery from its 2016 low of 49.3% and contrasts sharply with the overall homeownership rate, which declined due to affordability challenges.

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Real Estate News

MARCH 13, 2025

The brokerage giant "is in advanced talks" to buy HomeServices of America, the real estate arm of Warren Buffet's empire, the Wall Street Journal reports.

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Inman

MARCH 11, 2025

Lenz appeared with other panelists Tuesday at Inman on Tour Nashville to tout the benefits of working from referrals. But the panelists all agreed that referrals only work when done right.

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Housing Wire

MARCH 10, 2025

Monday’s breaking news that Rocket Companies is set to acquire online real estate brokerage Redfin shed light on the changing landscape of the homebuying marketplace. In an exclusive interview with HousingWire , Rocket CEO Varun Krishna said that having a hand in the entire real estate funnel gives Rocket’s broker network “a bigger piece of the pie.” “We think about it more like opportunity. … So when you look at Rocket’s strength in mortgage with Redfin

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Appraisal Buzz

MARCH 13, 2025

Timing is crucial in a difficult real estate market, and this year, the Realtor.com Best Time to Sell study indicates that the best time for sellers to discover the best balance of market circumstances is between April 13 and April 19. If 2025 follows the seasonal trends of the past few years, sellers who list their property this week may see more buyers in the market, sell their home more quickly, and receive an average of $27,000 more than they would at the beginning of the year.

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Real Estate News

MARCH 10, 2025

The nations largest mortgage lender called Redfin a "data powerhouse" and said the union of the two companies will improve the homebuying experience.

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Inman

MARCH 12, 2025

Thoughtfully designed common spaces in multifamily communities, Michael Zaransky writes, strengthen resident engagement, deepen the sense of belonging and, ultimately, enhance retention.

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Housing Wire

MARCH 14, 2025

With the National Association of Realtors ( NAR ) reportedly set to vote on the future of its Clear Cooperation Policy (CCP) in the not-too-distant future, the leader of Coldwell Banker Realty is not holding back her feelings about the controversial rule. In an op-ed published Wednesday by Newsweek, Coldwell Banker president and CEO Kamini Lane let loose about the potential repeal of CCP, which requires brokers to list a property on the MLS within 24 hours of publicly marketing it.

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Appraisal Buzz

MARCH 14, 2025

An examination of U.S. home prices by Redfin has found that the Midwest is home to three of the five metro areas where home prices are rising fastest. In Milwaukee, the median home sale price rose a record 20% year-over-year in February to $330,000the biggest jump among the 50 most populous metros. Milwaukee was followed by Detroit, Michigan (12.5%); Nassau County, New York (11.7%); San Jose, California (11.1%); and Cleveland, Ohio (10%).

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Real Estate News

MARCH 14, 2025

New construction is influencing affordability in many areas, with the South seeing the biggest benefits.

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Inman

MARCH 11, 2025

From chief marketing officers to communications professionals, Inmans 2025 Marketing All-Stars award celebrates 99 of the most creative and boundary-pushing marketers that drive success and impact across the real estate industry.

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Housing Wire

MARCH 12, 2025

Reverse mortgage leader Finance of America (FOA) recorded a quarter-over-quarter loss in the fourth quarter of 2024, but still notched a full-year profit. In a Wednesday earnings call, company leaders outlined their assessment of the reverse mortgage market moving forward, describing 2024 as a year of momentum for the company owing to the achievement of strategic objectives.

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Appraisal Buzz

MARCH 14, 2025

How important is flood insurance?Homebuyers who are lookingto purchasein a Special Flood Hazard Area (SFHA) may encounter challenges even after obtaining financing and getting ready to close because they cannot proceed without it. The National Association of Realtors (NAR) analyzes how the NFIP promotes and impacts local and national home sales and economic activity in a new report.

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Real Estate News

MARCH 11, 2025

The Rocket-Redfin deal means more competition for portal giants like Zillow and CoStar, but also for smaller brokerages and boutique lenders.

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Inman

MARCH 8, 2025

In celebration of International Womens Day, trainer Rachael Hite highlights four traits top women in real estate share and provides resources to help you become your own superhero.

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