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

Housing Wire

I always try to focus people on the total inventory data until we get inventory back into a range of 1.52-1.93 HousingWire: To add to that, since housing is in an inventory shortage, the market has changed, so the good news is inventory is growing. What levels should we be hoping for? Then this happened. Ghost Supply 2.2

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Lower mortgage rates, higher inventory boost demand for home loans 

Housing Wire

At the start of 2023, the company is investing in training the sales team on tactics to start growing the business again. ” Altos Research data confirms Canter’s perception that there are more houses in inventory. . ” Altos Research data confirms Canter’s perception that there are more houses in inventory.

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Brian Icenhower on impact of commission lawsuits and low volume

Housing Wire

.” Icenhower was selected as a 2023 Marketing Leader for revolutionizing the way real estate agents, teams and brokerages can access high-level training on marketing through his latest creation, the ICC Custom Training Suite. What has changed the most in the past 12 to 18 months within the industry?

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Midwest housing markets good for first-time homebuyers: Zillow

Housing Wire

Headwinds like mortgage rates , low inventory and rising rents are still strong, but easing,” Zillow Senior Economist Orphe Divounguy, said in a statement. 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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A Seller’s Market: What Does It Mean for Appraisers?

Appraisal Buzz

A seller’s market indicates demand is high and inventory is low, while a buyer’s market means inventory is high and demand is low. In a low inventory situation, numerous people may be interested in a single listing. Due to such low inventory in a buyer’s market, you may have more looming closings.

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Bloomberg TV – Yes. We Are In A Housing Crisis

Miller Samuel

The focus seems to be figuring out what the exit of this era of tight housing inventory looks like and when rents will come down since inflation is tangibly falling. My journey to the city for the Bloomberg interview: catching the 5:49 am train – waiting in the green room – and working my way up the guest list to go on.

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47-year-old Florida indie brokerage joins RE/MAX

Housing Wire

The allure of the name recognition of large national brands is causing many independent brokerages to affiliate as mortgage rates rise and housing inventory remains low. It’s very difficult to be an unaffiliated brokerage right now and compete with franchises who offer technology and training.

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