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‘Find buyers before agents!’ Mortgage industry reacts to the NAR settlement

Housing Wire

Mortgage pros have closely monitored the commission lawsuit developments since a Kansas City, Missouri jury determined that NAR, HomeServices of America , and Keller Williams conspired to inflate or maintain high commission rates through NAR’s so-called Participation Rule.

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LendingPulse Q2 2023 survey: Mortgage pros share their biggest concerns, market outlook

Housing Wire

With the mortgage industry still rightsizing, mortgage professionals are worried about regulation of the industry and inflation that thins already tiny margins. of the surveyed mortgage professionals said loans falling through was the biggest challenge, ranking as the second most challenging factor. About 19.4% Of the total, 36.1%

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LenderPulse Q3 2023 survey: Mortgage pros look to cut marketing spend

Housing Wire

As the mortgage industry continues to reduce capacity amid shrinking volumes, mortgage professionals are reluctant to spend on tech, services or solutions. Other responses included cutting down excessive incentives, business trips, open houses and sponsorships. Of the 166 completed surveys, 31.9% were from the Northwest.

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Price Adjustments in this New Housing Market

Lamacchia Realty

In early March it was becoming clear that the market was changing from a frenzied post-pandemic scene to one where rising mortgage rates would slow it down and help inventory finally rise back up. Rising prices weren’t favorable but with historically low mortgage rates , they were still affordable for buyers. See chart below.

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Houston Housing Market Forecast: Current Data & 2021 Predictions

Houston Properties

Houston Housing Market Forecast: Current Data & 2021 Predictions. Concerned about a housing market crash? SUMMARY: Coming off a record year, the Houston real estate market started 2021 in a seller’s market. Top Ranked Realtors: Paige Martin & The Houston Properties Team. Caveat emptor.

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2024 first-quarter housing trends: Rates begin to thaw

Clear Capital

Martin for Bankrate We may be in the thick of winter, but many homebuyers and sellers are starting to have warm thoughts about the housing market. That’s because, looking ahead, market indicators suggest we’ll see increased activity thanks to lower mortgage rates. But things start to pick up in February and March.

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9 Things to Know Before Selling a Home For Sale by Owner

Raleigh Realty

The question should I sell my home for sale by owner or without a Realtor® is likely one asked by every home seller with the thought of trying to save money. We would imagine it's the same in most real estate markets around the country as we have found the same to be true of homes for sale in Charlotte as well.