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Westchester Area and Long Island Home Prices Up More Than 10%
The latest market report or March from OneKey MLS, covering the southern counties of New York state (from Long Island to the Hudson Valley), shows a year-over-year regional median sales price increase in single-family homes by 10.2%. ($650,000, compared to $590,000 in March 2023). Condominiums and co-ops experienced price increases as well: Condos: $475,000 to $495,000,…
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Keller Williams Blasts Lawsuit by Former CEO as ‘Public Relations’ Stunt
Lawyers for Keller Williams fired back at former CEO John Davis in a court filing this week, claiming he is using the judicial system as a vehicle for publicity—the latest volley in an acrimonious legal saga that has included a withdrawn sexual assault claim, accusations of wild self-dealing and high-level leadership shake-ups at the mega-franchisor.…
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With New Inflation Data Glum, Lower Mortgage Rates May Have to Wait
Hopes for lower mortgage rates soon were tempered Friday as inflation showed little signs of easing in March, with a key report the Federal Reserve eyes closely showing that price pressures remain elevated. The PCE Index, the Federal Reserve’s preferred measure of inflation, rose 2.8% from a year ago in March, the same as in…
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United Real Estate Unveils Financial Wellness Services Nationally
United® Real Estate has announced the official rollout of its Financial Wellness Program. The curated bundle of services bridges longstanding gaps for independent contractors. In addition to an ever-growing suite of marketing tools, lead generation tools, and unique commission structures that maximize an affiliate’s income, United’s agents and owners will now have access to a…
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MORTGAGE MIX: Top Loan Officers Indicted for Fraud; Fed Highlights Financial Concerns
Editor’s Note: The Mortgage Mix is RISMedia’s weekly highlight reel of need-to-know mortgage-industry happenings. Watch for it each Friday afternoon. –Rates continue to push above 7%, according to the latest data from Freddie Mac, as new inflation data and slower than expected economic growth have tempered hopes that the Federal Reserve will significantly slash rates…
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Anywhere Named for 5th Time as One of the Best Employers for Diversity
Anywhere Real Estate Inc. was named on the America’s Best Employers for Diversity 2024 list, presented by Forbes and Statista Inc. This is the fifth time Anywhere was recognized as a diversity leader by Forbes, reinforcing the company’s long-term commitment to inclusion in real estate. Anywhere ranks among the publication’s top 50 companies, jumping more…
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Women in Real Estate: Navigating the Industry’s Sea Change
Above, Vickey Barron The industry has undergone a seismic shift in the wake of the Burnett verdict, prompting a greater emphasis on transparency and consumer confidence. As we prepare for the changes that could inevitably be coming down the pike, some people have taken a more proactive approach. Amid this industry-wide transformation, the Real Estate…
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Homes101
Real Estate Outlook: Signs of Recovery
If you've been waiting for rock-solid statistical evidence that the housing market -- and the national economy -- are well along into recovery mode, you definitely got it last week.
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30-yr Fixed Mortgages Available at 4.875%, Rates Stable
FreeRateUpdate.com research of wholesale lenders' rate sheets shows conventional 30-yr fixed mortgages available today at 4.875% to well-qualified consumers paying a standard origination fee of .07 to 1 point.
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EPA Signs Sustainability Agreement With Major New Jersey Company
Hartz Mountain Industries, Inc., New Jersey's largest real estate development company, has signed an agreement with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to cut energy and water use and to take other steps to reduce the environmental impacts of its retail and commercial properties across the state. Buildings are responsible for close to half of the nation's greenhouse gas pollution. Under the agreement, signed on March 11, Hartz will take steps to promote sustainability in its operations.
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Elect the Select
Homeowner associations are designed to be representative democracies governed by a board of directors elected by the members. Electing directors to the board that can thoughtfully govern is extremely important. To accomplish this, elections must be carefully planned, not hatched at the last minute. Here are important components of a successful election process:
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Common Buyer Fears
Whether you are a first time home buyer or someone who is looking to move up or down, getting into the market can be a fearful time.
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Keeping Seniors Safe from Falls
It happens to all of us -- as we get older, our eyesight and hearing aren't as good as they once were, and our balance and reflexes start to let us down. We start taking medications to treat what ails us, but that may cause dizziness or lightheadedness. That can often lead to a fall, especially if there are tripping hazards in the home.
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Undisclosed Short Sale Payments May Lead to Trouble
A recent memorandum from the legal department of the California Association of Realtors® (CAR) warns CAR members as follows: "Undisclosed payments in short sale transactions, especially those paid outside of escrow, may violate the law, including RESPA, laws against loan fraud, and licensing laws."
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Inman News
In the wake of Matterport’s sale, digital twin options are plentiful
Matterport's sale to CoStar will ignite interest in the value of digital twins and tour marketing, and the options for creating them are many.
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Court movements, FAQ answers, ticking clocks: Inman Top 5
Looking for a quick catch-up on the buzziest stories of the week? Here’s Inman Top 5, the most essential stories, according to Inman readers.
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HomeServices of America agrees to pay $250M to settle lawsuits
HomeServices was potentially on the hook for the remaining $4.7 billion in damages from an Oct. 31 jury verdict in Sitzer | Burnett, which awarded plaintiffs $5.3 billion.
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A never-fail, step-by-step blueprint to consistently find listing leads
Change is coming, so it's time to make sure you're leaning into the potential of a listings-based business, Jimmy Burgess writes. Nothing helps do that better than geographic farming.
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Splitting up: Navigating the division of property for divorcing clients
Patience, collaboration and clear communication, Lindsey Harn writes, can help you help your divorcing clients navigate the rocky shoals of dividing their real estate holdings.
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EXp Realty taps Wendy Forsythe as new chief marketing officer
Four months after taking the helm at coaching firm Chirag Shah Coaching, Wendy Forsythe has re-entered the brokerage world as the chief marketing officer for eXp Realty. As CMO, Forsythe will spearhead eXp's marketing strategy, which includes brand management, advertising, digital marketing and public relations.
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Local Logic to make homegenius even smarter
Local Logic's specific location-based marketing smarts will elevate the search experience for partners of homegenius, a Radian company.
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