Housing Wire

MARCH 4, 2021

The average mortgage rate for a 30-year fixed loan rose 5 basis points last week to 3.02%, marking the first time since July that the industry has seen rates break above 3%, according to Freddie Mac ’s Primary Mortgage Market Survey. Since reaching a low point in January, mortgage rates have risen by more than 30 basis points as the economy works to recover, and according to Sam Khater, Freddie Mac’s chief economist, the impact on purchase demand has been noticeable.

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The Appraiser Coach

MARCH 2, 2021

As a real estate appraisal provider, it can be hard to get into the home owner’s perspective. It seems that what is important to them may not directly translate into. Read More.

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George Dell

MARCH 3, 2021

How about “loan conditions”? Clients only need a value in order to quantify risk. Is this scary? Editor’s Note: This post is an intersection of Modernization and Risk. There are only three uses for knowing value: 1) collateral loss, 2) investment gain, 3) equitability. Historical value may only be relevant to #3. Loss or gain […]. The post How About Loan Conditions?

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Cleveland Appraisal Blog

MARCH 4, 2021

Like most aspects of an appraisal, things seem easy. That is, until one takes a closer look. Age is a good example. It seems logical to think that a newer home is more valuable than an older home. However, that’s not always the case. Last week, a real estate agent asked me about how appraisers adjust for age. So, I thought this would be a good topic to discuss.

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Housing Wire

MARCH 4, 2021

United Wholesale Mortgage , the top wholesale lender in the nation, announced on a Facebook live Thursday that it will no longer partner with brokers who also work with Rocket Mortgage and Fairway Independent Mortgage Corp. Mat Ishbia, president and CEO of UWM, gave brokers and owners a deadline of March 15 to sign an addendum saying they are not working with those two lenders.

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Yolo Solano Appraisal Blog

MARCH 3, 2021

I enjoy many aspects of my career as a residential real estate appraiser. I’m self employed so I have no one to blame but myself; I set my own hours; I get to see a lot of places in the region; I spend much of my time trying to find meaning in data then communicating […].

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Midtown Appraisal Group

MARCH 1, 2021

Per-acre farm values in Canada have been rising more slowly than residential home prices (about 5% in 2019 vs 2018), but, like residential properties, values are largely dependent on regional locations and southern Ontario values can be as much as 35% higher than the provincial average. With as much of 75% of Canadians’ wealth tied […].

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Housing Wire

MARCH 1, 2021

Logan Mohtashami HousingWire Lead Analyst. When economic data that is typically sticky has a waterfall dive followed by a quick parabolic recovery, forecasting a trend can be tricky. The MBA purchase application data changed during our year of COVID-19. In a typical, non-pandemic year, the bulk of the volume of purchase applications occurs in the heat months for housing, those being the second week of January to the first week of May.

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DW Slater Company

MARCH 3, 2021

Pilot Point, TX in the Texas Winter Storm. We have been publishing this monthly newsletter since 2016. We apologize as we did not get last month’s newsletter out as we were hit with unexpected challenges related to the Texas Winter Storm that impacted our entire state as well as other parts of the US. Fireplace cooking. We, like many, others were without power while temperatures plunged as low as minus 6 degrees in our area.

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Glascock Company

MARCH 3, 2021

If you already own commercial real estate, you know that property taxes are one of the more burdensome bills to pay. It’s likely the largest expense for commercial real estate owners, and yet they pay it year after year without any contest. But property taxes are not set in stone. In fact, your property tax bills can be negotiated to ensure you’re paying your fair share.

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Working RE

MARCH 2, 2021

“One of the best courses that I have had in 17 years!” -Amy H >> OREP E&O ????? “They are knowledgeable, professional, and understand urgency.” – Joe Thweatt Editor’s Note: Take the NEW 2021 Appraiser Fee Survey online now at WorkingRE.com/2021survey. Dealing with a Subpoena by Isaac Peck, Editor As an appraiser, you don’t have […].

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Housing Wire

MARCH 5, 2021

Tension between long-time rivals United Wholesale Mortgage and Rocket Pro TPO , formerly Quicken Loans Mortgage Services , reached a new boiling point after the top wholesale lender in the nation announced it will no longer work with brokers who also work with Rocket Mortgage. Mat Ishbia, president and CEO of UWM, gave brokers and owners just over a week to sign an addendum saying they are not working with Rocket Pro TPO.

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McKissock

MARCH 2, 2021

As an experienced appraiser, you’ve likely encountered pressure to hit the purchase price or develop your appraisal based on a predetermined value. This, of course, is unethical. So what do you do when you’re asked to hit a certain value? Or when the purchase price is not supported by the available comps? Here are five excellent resources offered by McKissock Learning—including a Pro-Series webinar on Wednesday, March 17, 2021, “ The Market Value Doesn’t Support the Contract Price, N

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DataMaster

MARCH 5, 2021

Is the appraisal industry doomed? For years we’ve been told “The end is near” for the appraisal industry. We know this isn’t true! We can’t help but wonder why naysayers continue to shout this headline! Appraisal Buzz hosted DataMaster appraisers Jared Preisler, SRA, and Keven Ewell recently to address this threatened “impending doom.” Join Jared and Keven and hear their thoughts and experiences with the appraisal industry.

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Appraisal Hub

MARCH 5, 2021

If speed is an important factor for your next commercial property transaction, then you need a property appraiser that works fast. But even the most efficient appraisal firms can’t do their jobs if clients don’t provide the information they need. Lack of communication can significantly slow down the commercial real estate appraisal process. You as the investor or borrower need to do your part to speed things up.

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Housing Wire

MARCH 2, 2021

Spring is one of the most popular selling seasons – and it’s right around the corner. Are you preparing to sell your house? You don’t just want to sell it as is. You want to make a few preparations to attract the most potential buyers. Here are a few things you should consider to ensure your home sells fast and you get the best deal! More for Real Estate Enthusiasts. 5 reasons to refinance your mortgage right now.

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Riverfront Appraisals

MARCH 5, 2021

This post is part three of a 12-part series we recently launched called The Loan Officer’s Guide to Appraisals. In case you missed part one on the Final Inspection process, go back and read it here. And last time, we discussed all kinds of unique homes, and gave tips on how to make lending on […]. The post Loan Officer’s Guide to Appraisals Part 3: Communication With The Appraiser appeared first on Riverfront Appraisals.

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DataMaster

MARCH 5, 2021

Is the appraisal industry doomed? For years we’ve been told “The end is near” for the appraisal industry. We know this isn’t true! We can’t help but wonder why naysayers continue to shout this headline! Appraisal Buzz hosted DataMaster appraisers Jared Preisler, SRA, and Keven Ewell recently to address this threatened “impending doom.” Join Jared and Keven and hear their thoughts and experiences with the appraisal industry.

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Yolo Solano Appraisal Blog

MARCH 1, 2021

This REAA Zoom class will be on Thursday, March 18 from 6:30-8:30 PM and is approved for 2 hours of continuing education in California (only). Brian Melsheimer and I will provide a walk through of using Microsoft Excel for residential appraisal analysis. Given the limitations of our time in the class, this will be a […].

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Housing Wire

MARCH 2, 2021

Rocket Companies Chairman Dan Gilbert may want to gift some karma to users of the infamous subreddit Wall Street Bets. His company’s stock soared nearly 100% on Tuesday after the day traders at the subreddit took interest in the mortgage lender’s stock , which had been hovering around the $20 mark for much of the past three months. Nearly 40% of the company’s available shares are sold short, according to Market Beat, and it’s one of the most shorted companies by hedge fun

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Working RE

MARCH 2, 2021

> E&O/GL Insurance for Home Inspectors Competitive Rates, Broad Coverage, Free Risk Management, online inspection support for tough questions, discounts on education and more. Professional Coverage, Competitive Pricing Shop OREP today! >> Editor’s Note: To help you stay up-to-date and connected, OREP/Working RE has established a Coronavirus (COVID-19) Discussion and Resource Page where you […].

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McKissock

MARCH 1, 2021

In 2002, when Dara Alperen Cipollone purchased her first home in East Boston, her real estate agent suggested she would be a great fit for residential sales. With a BS in Healthcare Systems Management from University of Connecticut’s School of Business and several years of experience dedicated to standardizing healthcare information, Dara took a leap to real estate.

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BiggerPockets

MARCH 4, 2021

Tenants may come to you and tell you they have an emotional support animal. It could be as normal as a dog—or as strange as a peacock. Here's what emotional support animal laws say you can and can't enforce when it comes to your pet policy.

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Housing Wire

MARCH 1, 2021

After one month of steady declines, servicers’ forbearance portfolio volume rose one basis point last week to 5.23%, according to data released Monday by the Mortgage Bankers Association. The trade group pointed to a slowdown in exits coupled with an uptick in requests for last week’s increase. Once again, Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac boasted the smallest forbearance share with servicers’ portfolios remaining unchanged from the week prior at 2.97%.

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Empire Appraisal Group

MARCH 4, 2021

Housing Markets With the Highest, Lowest Inventories. Source: Housing Markets With the Highest, Lowest Inventories | Realtor Magazine. Housing inventories aren’t being replenished fast enough for home shoppers. As a result, they’re finding fewer and fewer home choices. At the end of December 2020, housing inventory was 23% lower than a year earlier and sitting at an all-time low of 1.9-month supply at the current sales pace, according to the National Association of REALTORS®.

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McKissock

MARCH 5, 2021

If you’re considering a career in appraisal, you probably want to know: What’s the average real estate appraiser salary? Survey data from the 2020-2021 Appraisal Income Guide shows that an appraiser’s annual income varies according to factors such as license level, years of experience, and more. Here’s a look at the average real estate appraiser salary, plus tips on how you can maximize your income as an appraiser.

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Anthem Valuation

MARCH 3, 2021

A combination of low interest rates and low housing inventory has created a competitive market in the Twin Cities. ‘Ultra-hot’ Twin Cities housing market sends buyers on wild ride (fox9.com). The post Twin Cities Housing Market appeared first on Anthem Valuation Blog.

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Housing Wire

MARCH 3, 2021

MAXEX , a digital exchange platform for buying and selling residential loans, announced on Wednesday the launch of two new lending programs in collaboration with JPMorgan Chase for green energy home improvements. The programs include MAXEX Sustainable, which allows borrowers to finance green energy renovations into their 30-year fixed mortgage, and allows for residential solar panels and geothermal units to be amortized in the loan at the point of purchase or refinance.

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BiggerPockets

MARCH 3, 2021

Busy people tend to be…busy, and often, real estate investing is one of the things that they “just don’t have time for”. If you feel that way, listen to today’s […].

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Assurance Financial

MARCH 2, 2021

Is Refinancing a Bad Idea? If you’ve had your existing home loan and mortgage for a little while, it’s only natural to wonder if you could get a better deal. A mortgage is a tremendous responsibility — so you need a reliable understanding of whether refinancing is a good or bad idea. The guide below will lay out some of the pros and cons to help you make sure you’re refinancing your home for the right reasons.

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On Q Financial

MARCH 2, 2021

Homeownership comes with many benefits, from building equity and security to creating stability for your family. However, for some, the dream may seem out of reach. It may be that you haven’t saved enough or don’t make enough in your current position, or maybe you don’t have the best credit. At On Q Financial, we believe the Dream of Homeownership is Inclusive.

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Housing Wire

MARCH 5, 2021

What a two-year stretch it has been for appraisers. The appraisal workforce was already in decline in 2019. When the COVID-19 pandemic hit in 2020, the industry’s workforce shrank even further. To compound matters, homebuyer demand skyrocketed thanks to historically-low mortgage rates and societal changes. These factors combined to throw the appraisal industry in flux.

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BiggerPockets

MARCH 2, 2021

Everybody knows someone who has attended some kind of course, workshop, or “guru” consulting. Maria Acosta attended one after watching HGTV, and ended up buying her first rental property from […].

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McKissock

MARCH 3, 2021

Barbara Fox specializes in selling the luxury real estate market, including apartments and townhomes, in Manhattan: New York City’s most expensive and densely populated borough. Since New York City is a renting town, the founder of Fox Residential Group often works with first-time buyers who are entering the market to the tune of well over $1,000,000.

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