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Midwest housing markets good for first-time homebuyers: Zillow

Housing Wire

Against that backdrop, Zillow identified prime markets for first-time homebuyers , and half of them were nestled in the Midwest. The housing train is slowing down just enough to give more first-time buyers an opportunity to hop on board,” Divounguy said.

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4 ways to effectively train your title agency employees

Housing Wire

For title agency owners and professionals, finding the time and resources to train your team can be challenging. However, well-trained employees offer undeniable benefits, such as increased productivity , engagement and job performance. Use a blended learning approach Everybody learns differently. ” We agree.

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Opinion: The ripple effect on the U.S. housing market from China’s real estate crisis

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The real estate market in China, both commercial and residential, have been unwinding over the last few years. Like a slow-motion train wreck at first, it is now definitively off the rails and heading over a cliff. some luxury residential markets that saw an influx of Chinese buyers could be particularly vulnerable. In the U.S.,

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As the housing market bottoms out, educating the future mortgage pro becomes paramount

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Brandon Weiss, CEO of EscrowTab, hired Hall soon after she completed her training. Hall stood out in comparison to other candidates for the entry-level position because she already had experience and knowledge of the industry through her training. “After a few conversations with Paul, I knew that I wanted to join Axis.”

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Logan Mohtashami unpacks the slow train wreck that’s been happening in housing inventory

Housing Wire

One top question he addresses is how the industry is reacting to this savagely unhealthy housing market. HW+ Member: What’s the number one question you are getting from the real estate agent community on the economy and housing market? This Q&A was originally hosted on June 1st. Then this happened.

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How originators can capitalize on reverse mortgage business in light of the changing housing market

Housing Wire

With a housing market in transition , originators are looking to seize profitable opportunities that benefit both borrowers and their own bottom lines. But originators need to see the big picture that extends beyond our current economic climate—the market for reverse mortgages is enormous and growing. We have recorded trainings.

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Off-the-grid deals: Distressed property trends and market insights

Housing Wire

In a supply-constrained housing market , even landing a deal at foreclosure auction has become challenging, but those deals tend to be more readily available in markets or neighborhoods that are off the beaten path. It’s very, very market dependent right now. For REO auctions, the price-to-value ratio was 57.5%

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