Housing Wire

JANUARY 25, 2023

The firm announced on Wednesday that it was eliminating about 24% of its workforce, or over 250 jobs, as it restructures departments and consolidates teams amid a tough housing market. The firm reduced its workforce by about 27%, or about 350 positions, in October following a slowdown in the housing market.

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Movoto

MAY 22, 2024

It’s beautiful from corner to corner, hence why the Colorado housing market is always one to watch. Whether you’re moving to Colorado, selling your Colorado home , or considering a business venture in the state, it’s valuable to first understand the Colorado real estate market. New listings are seemingly surging.

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Housing Wire

MAY 29, 2024

Details of the latest membership count comes as the trade group works to implement a series of major rule changes stipulated by the Sitzer/Burnett commission lawsuit settlement agreement, as well as fewer market opportunities for members due to historically low levels of existing-home sales inventory. Membership dipped just below 1.5

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Housing Wire

OCTOBER 18, 2022

due to the slowdown in the housing market, according to the firm. Established in 2001, the Nevada-headquartered company delivers solutions to modernize the appraisal process, which may take days to weeks to complete, or even longer during booming markets.

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Housing Wire

OCTOBER 17, 2023

A friend of mine is a successful real estate professional in a competitive market. We often discuss changing housing market conditions, and the pressure real estate agents are under to stay relevant in the wake of increased competition. He built his business on an existing strong sphere. Can you replicate it?

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Appraisal Buzz

DECEMBER 6, 2021

With the current red hot housing market, demand for appraisers is outstripping the reduced supply, which is pushing up fees and pushing out appraisal completion times. Instead, tech innovations have started to enter the market with the goal of optimizing the appraisal process by automating key portions of a property’s valuation.

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Housing Wire

OCTOBER 12, 2022

The forecast for the housing market in 2023 gets worse by the month, with the latest report predicting a million-plus decline in existing home sales. The mortgage market is projected to slip further to $1.3 How should the current market impact lenders’ tech adoption? from a year ago. . Presented by: Polly.

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Housing Wire

JUNE 17, 2022

Below, Hill answers questions about the housing industry: HousingWire: What is your current favorite HW+ article and why? Amanda Hill: Lenders see appraisal modernization as a top priority by Maria Volkova. HousingWire: What is your most useful tech tool? Amanda Hill: My cell phone! To become an HW+ member, click here.

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Housing Wire

NOVEMBER 18, 2022

A combination of elevated mortgage rates, sluggish home sales and inflation continue to plague the housing market workforce, with numerous mortgage lenders and real estate startups shedding employees. Modernizing origination to stay competitive in today’s housing market.

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Housing Wire

MAY 17, 2023

“Affordable housing is vital for families throughout Illinois and the Low-Income Housing Tax Credit continues to be an important tool to drive investment in the affordable rental housing market,” said Rep. LaHood in a statement.

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Clear Capital

MAY 24, 2022

Each year, technology plays more of a role in valuing homes for property appraisals , loan originations, secondary market investments, and even portfolio monitoring. So when it comes to valuing properties in a volatile market, as we experienced in the years since the pandemic, choosing the right AVM is imperative.

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Clear Capital

MARCH 2, 2023

Clear Capital Announces Universal Data Collection in Support of Fannie Mae Appraisal Modernization Policy Changes UDC data set provides lenders with immediate national scalability, interchangeability and less complexity for loan management Reno, Nev.

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Housing Wire

FEBRUARY 17, 2021

In this regard, 2021 has not disappointed, as it has already been full of the stark reality that the changing of the guard within the White House hasn’t given us much insight into the future of our housing market.

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Appraisal Buzz

MAY 6, 2024

In some markets, the answer is increasingly yes. In recent years, insurance companies have pulled out of some markets altogether after sustaining massive losses due to wildfires, flooding, and other climate-related disasters. And in some condominium markets in Florida, home values are taking a hit as insurance premiums skyrocket.

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McKissock

APRIL 16, 2021

. “The housing market set a slew of records for prices, home-selling speed, and competition in March, making it the hottest month for housing since at least 2012,” according to this story from Redfin. Want helpful tools for dealing with the appraisal gap? ” Read the full article here.

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Housing Wire

AUGUST 17, 2021

For better or worse, trends in the mortgage industry tend to mirror corresponding trends in the overall real estate market. Emerging out of the pandemic, the first half of 2021 showed that there is a historically low housing inventory across multiple markets in the U.S. All about the rates.

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Housing Wire

MARCH 13, 2023

The rollercoaster ride the housing market has been on for the last three years has ended. Instead of twists and turns, we believe the market will surprise us this year… simply by being boring. In a boring market, it’s more important than ever to stand out from the crowd. We want to show you how to do just that.

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Appraisal Buzz

AUGUST 30, 2021

— The Appraisal Report: a tool undergoing a facelift. — Appraisal modernization: Why optimization is the key to a better future for all of us. I’ll be speaking on the CE panel, “ The Modern Appraisal ” with Joan Trice, Adam Johnston and Ernie Durbin on the 10th. — Uncovering risk in the appraisal report.

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Housing Wire

JUNE 30, 2021

In today’s booming housing market, mortgage brokers want to be able to close loans faster and more efficiently. Jay Promisco is creating and implementing strategies for growing Sierra Pacific’s market share for the retail, consumer direct and wholesale channels. Jay Promisco, Chief Production Officer.

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Housing Wire

JUNE 25, 2021

In today’s housing market, lenders need to make sure they’re staying competitive. Joel Rickman: One of the most significant and transformational trends in lending is the call for the modernization and digitization of the mortgage loan process. JR: It’s a competitive market out there.

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Housing Wire

MARCH 1, 2022

LLR is not a newcomer to mortgage technology or the overall fintech market. As operators in an industry that ebbs and flows on economic conditions, demographics trends and, dare I say, the current mood of the Federal Reserve, these technology innovators are bringing efficiency and elasticity to the market. In 2016 LLR led a $26.5

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Appraisal Buzz

APRIL 8, 2024

For those keen on leveraging the best AI tools to understand blockchain’s potential further, AIToolWise offers a plethora of resources. Decentralization: By distributing appraisal records across multiple nodes, blockchain eliminates the risks associated with centralized systems, such as data breaches or single points of failure.

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Cleveland Appraisal Blog

OCTOBER 22, 2021

Whether you’re dreaming of beautiful outdoor living space, a bright and modern kitchen, or a luxurious bathroom, you can make it happen on any budget! With the right tools and research, you should be able to tackle these repair projects on your own. Is the Housing Market Back to Normal? Simple DIY Repairs.

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Housing Wire

MAY 17, 2022

“I am confident that she will bring a depth of expertise and perspective to FHA at a critical time for our country’s housing market.”. Housing industry stakeholders have a lengthy list of changes they hope Gordon will implement. Toomey, in a statement published in May 2022, also criticized Gordon’s career in housing.

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Housing Wire

JUNE 14, 2022

The Federal Housing Finance Agency released voluminous plans last week developed by Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac to make the housing market more equitable, in part through changes to the appraisal process. Fannie Mae also included efforts to “modernize” appraisals in its equity plans.

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Lamacchia Realty

DECEMBER 11, 2023

THE HIDDEN COSTS OF SELLING YOUR HOME WITHOUT A REALTOR® There is no denying it, the housing market has been a rollercoaster over the last several years. In any given market, many homeowners think it’s a good idea to sell their homes by themselves. Real estate agents are far more in tune with the current market.

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Listing Spark

AUGUST 23, 2023

In Dallas, the median home price in Q1 of 2023 was $372,400; the Austin market saw median house prices reach $467,900 at the same time. Many homeowners are starting to consider selling their homes as For Sale by Owner (FSBO), and the market is changing along with this trend. Some buyers’ agents may not prefer FSBOs.

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Appraisal Buzz

OCTOBER 10, 2022

For all the value of technology, we would be wise to avoid mistaking these tools for the solution. After all, algorithms themselves are simply tools that enshrine the biases and ethical failings of those who design them. Then we refined additional tools, like overall capitalization rates and discounted cash flow techniques.

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Housing Wire

NOVEMBER 11, 2022

This week’s HW+ member spotlight features James Polinori, chief marketing officer at Geneva Financial. Below, Polinori answers questions about the housing industry: HW Media: What is your current favorite HW+ article and why? James Polinori: “ Applying lessons learned to adapt to a competitive market ” by Aaron Davis.

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Appraisal Today

MAY 19, 2023

Chat GPT For Fannie Form Appraisal Reports By Dustin Harris Excerpts: The world of real estate appraisal is constantly evolving (much to our dismay sometimes), and as professionals in this field, it is crucial to stay ahead of the curve by embracing innovative tools and technologies. I don’t like marketing either. No hassles.

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Appraisal Today

AUGUST 18, 2023

This tool is excellent for making copies of tax records, floor plans, etc. Listen in as Bryan Reynolds reviews what USPAP says and suggests ways for appraisers to handle appraisal reports if you don’t have the data tools you need to create credible results. I have lots of practical tips and marketing advice.

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Appraisal Today

OCTOBER 14, 2022

Additionally, the tools available to both appraisers and appraisal reviewers have undergone iterative process changes and users have advanced further up the learning curve. Utah’s Largest Home Hits the Market With a Bowling Alley and Lazy River for $17.5M, discounted from the initial $21 million listing last year. 156-acre site.

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