Time Management Strategies for Agents to Enhance Home Sales Efficiency
Majority of agents predict a strong 2025 housing market, with 85% optimistic and 70% expecting increased stability, according to a Clever Real Estate survey.
Tennessee Homeowners Affected by Hurricane Helene to Receive 130% Tax Refund
Discover how Tennessee homeowners impacted by Hurricane Helene may qualify for significant property tax refunds, enhancing financial recovery options.
Exploring Trump’s Real Intentions for the CFPB
Nominating McKernan to lead the CFPB indicates a continued commitment to consumer protection, challenging notions of regulatory rollback in the industry.
CHLA Calls for Reform in CFPB Oversight of Independent Mortgage Banks
Small and midsized nonbank mortgage lenders seek relief from the CFPB, citing concerns over its perceived duplicity and questioning its necessity in the industry.
White House Evaluates HUD Programs as Union Leaders Identify Efficiency Goals
HUD leaders express concern, but union representatives see potential for eliminating an inefficient program, signaling possible shifts in mortgage industry practices.
Typical Homebuyer Pays Approximately 2% Below the Listed Price
Home sales are slowing, with properties taking an average of 56 days to enter contract. Explore the implications for private lenders in the current market landscape.
Inflation Impacts Prospects for Future Interest Rate Reductions
Consumer price index data reveals a 3% year-over-year rise, complicating expectations for Federal Reserve rate cuts and impacting mortgage rates for private lenders.
Realtor-Owned MLSs: Implications of Opening Access to All Agents.
Realtor-owned MLSs have begun allowing non-Realtors access to their platforms, sparking significant discussions in Phoenix and Austin. Explore the implications.
Sibcy Cline reaches settlement in commission-related lawsuits.
Sibcy Cline settles commission lawsuits, marking a significant development in legal challenges facing independent brokerages in the Midwest real estate market.
Mortgage Rates Decline, Yet Homebuyers Encounter Additional Challenges
Prospective homebuyers, from Gen Z to investors, face similar challenges in today’s market as they navigate their purchasing decisions amidst changing conditions.