Housing Wire

AUGUST 4, 2023

Achieving success as a real estate agent requires more than simply understanding the mechanics of the job. Here are 10 essential skills every real estate agent should possess. Here are 10 essential skills every real estate agent should possess. Another hat to place on your head?

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Housing Wire

JANUARY 13, 2021

Data analytics giant Black Knight unveiled a new self-service style platform aimed at correspondent lending that will allow lenders to manage conditions and validate pricing locks on Best Effort loans.

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Housing Wire

MARCH 1, 2022

Vishal Garg and his dolphins (google it) aim to “radically overhaul the analog mortgage process, which still involves commissioned loan officers, 2,000 pages of paperwork and manual intervention at every step.”. Real estate is a $206 billion industry, according to IBISWorld. And, why not? However, it didn’t work.

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Realtor

OCTOBER 16, 2023

And while there are ways to lower those costs , navigating the home loan process is extremely complicated—particularly for first-time homebuyers. Listing agents are going to recommend their seller ask for shorter time periods for loan approval.” ” 9.

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Housing Wire

MAY 6, 2024

Largely hidden from view and misperceived by some to be on the lower end of the hierarchy of service providers, the position seemingly lacked the luster of the real estate agent or the panache of the loan officer. Running the table in a real estate transaction is not for the faint of heart, nor for the passive.

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Housing Wire

OCTOBER 20, 2023

With its potential to reach new clients and gain tremendous ROI, social media has become one of the most effective marketing tools for businesses big and small. We’ve compiled this list of savvy real estate social media post ideas to inspire your social strategy and keep your Instagram feed fresh and fun.

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Housing Wire

OCTOBER 7, 2022

” Our real estate agent and mortgage lending partners experience a strong ROI, generating leads by engaging with consumers through unique and compelling information based on data. HW: How can real estate agents and loan officers collaborate to foster strong relationships with clients despite rising rates?

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Housing Wire

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

More than a few real estate agents have come to dread calling the closing company to find out when they can close. Loan officers dread having to email an appraisal firm for the report they’re waiting on. But most understand that there are a lot of phone calls, emails and texts exchanged.

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PennyMac

OCTOBER 13, 2021

Here's why he thinks video marketing is essential for all real estate sales. Using videos is the fastest way a real estate agent can stand above their competitors. Here's the deal — real estate relies heavily on visuals and humans are [visually curious] by nature.

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PennyMac

DECEMBER 22, 2020

REO properties are attractive to homebuyers or real estate investors for several reasons. In many cases, lenders are motivated sellers who do not want to sit on their REO inventory, and (depending on the bank’s history with the property) these homes may be priced at a discount. Step 9: Finalize Your Loan.

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Housing Wire

JULY 9, 2021

Still, the residential real estate ecosystem is complex, even opaque to many. So too does trust — usually manifested in the relationship between a buyer/seller and a real estate agent. In real estate, data is king. Technology plays a big role. Does your CRM hurt or help the customer experience?

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Housing Wire

MARCH 25, 2021

real estate agents, who are independent contractors. Benefits are available for all RE/MAX agents starting April 1, a company spokesperson confirmed, except those in Hawaii, where “coverage is forthcoming.”. Real estate agents and LOs: the great collaboration. The latest change?

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Appraisal Today

SEPTEMBER 15, 2023

Appraisers are less likely this year to cite expanding regulations/interpretations of regulations, lender requirements, pressure from real estate agents/brokers, and liability concerns. From Dave Towne: Over the years, many appraisers have reported being blacklisted by real estate agents and even mortgage brokers.

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Assurance Financial

DECEMBER 20, 2021

If you have a good real estate agent and time your home sale optimally, you could get up to full or more than the asking price for your home. This seller’s market means you will have more power in selling your current home. Less Debt and More Savings. Linked sources: [link].

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Cornerstone

MARCH 3, 2021

Though we’re currently in a seller’s market, it’s still vital to set the right price for your home if you want it to sell profitably — and fast. The good news about housing inventory recently hitting an all-time low is that this puts sellers in the driver’s seat. Here’s a local loan officer who can help.

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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. Get started as a luxury real estate appraiser. Advice topics include: Familiarize yourself with the luxury home market. Redfin Survey October 07, 2022.

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Appraisal Today

AUGUST 13, 2023

ChatGPT: Valuable Tool or a Replacement for Real Estate Appraisers? Dear Sellers, the housing market misses you It’s tough to value properties today! As I talk with appraiser colleagues and real estate agents, I’m hearing this sentiment quite a bit. I had never looked at appraisal downturns this way.

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Clear Capital

SEPTEMBER 29, 2021

I think this is a very significant analysis and research that they released, because it’s really the first one that is based on real appraisal data and a lot of appraisal data, they looked at 12 million appraisals that have been been submitted to Freddie Mac. So there’s this real estate agent — are you with me?

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