Economic growth will accelerate home sales, but not just yet | Inman News

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The U.S. economy is likely to grow closer to 3 percent next year than 2.5 percent, much higher or lower not likely. Manufacturing will continue to do well, U.S. wages more competitive now, energy cheaper here than for any competitor. Housing will stay thin, this recovery the first in 80 years in whi…

Girls Basketball: Dew hits 1,000-point mark in fourth quarter of Downingtown West loss

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DOWNINGTOWN >> Maddie Dew had the ball on Downingtown West’s final possession with a chance to accomplish something special.

How to uncover and market to your niche | Inman News

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Andrew Molz discusses the best ways for real estate agents to find their niche and then market to that niche.

On Los Angeles’ West Side, Rob Maguire Plots a Comeback

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Half a decade after Los Angeles developer Rob Maguire became a high-profile casualty of the property bust, he is gearing up for a comeback.

Nov. 2014 Case-Shiller Forecast: Home Price Changes Slowing, But Still Growing ‹ Zillow Real...

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The October S&P/Case-Shiller (SPCS) data released this morning showed more slowing in the housing market, with annual growth in national home prices falling to 4.6 percent. Annual appreciation in home values has been below 5 percent for the past two months, and we anticipate this trend to continue i…

Case-Shiller Continues to ‘Come Back to Earth’ in October ‹ Zillow Real Estate Research

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Today, the S&P/Case-Shiller Home Price Indices showed that the non-seasonally adjusted (NSA) October 10- and 20-City Composites rose 4.4 and 4.5 percent, respectively, on a year-over-year basis. The U.S. National Index rose 4.6 percent year-over-year. Today’s data were in line with Zillow’s forecast…

Americans paid $441 billion in rent in 2014 ‹ Zillow Real Estate Research

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America’s 41 million renter households spent $441 billion on rent in 2014, up 4.9 percent from 2013 due to the combination of rising rents and a growing renter population. This makes America’s rental expenditures roughly similar in size to the total economic output of North Carolina and about double…

A Look at Case-Shiller by Metro Area

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Today’s S&P/Case-Shiller home price report shows prices nationally increased 4.6% in the 12 months ended in October, down from 4.8% in September. See how your metro area performed.

White House petition calls for the end of Fannie and Freddie's conservatorship | Inman News

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A petition posted on the Obama administration's "We the People" page in Dec. 20 calling for the federal government to end Fannie and Freddie’s conservatorship has garnered over 800 signatures.

Your listings will shine after these basic tweaks | Inman News

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Real estate expert Hank Bailey offers eight different improvements that sellers can make to help entice buyers to purchase a home.

Let’s at least have some peace here at home

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Six family members slaughtered by a Montgomery County man who then took his own life. One hundred forty-three, mostly children, killed in a Pakistani school by the Taliban. One hundred sixty-five children kidnapped in Nigeria by Boko Haram.

10 real estate tech predictions for the coming year | Inman News

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Will Caldwell, CEO of Dizzle, gives 10 real estate tech predictions for 2015.

Cuba relations with Catholic Church at high point

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HAVANA — Golden rays of tropical sunlight slant through the caved-in roof of Saint Thomas de Villanueva chapel, illuminating tiles graced by the faces of saints. Vandals shattered the stained-glass windows and scrawled their names on the thick

The commoditization of IDX will have a major impact | Inman News

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A real estate expert explains why commoditized IDX is a good thing for the industry.

CHRIS FREIND: Canceling ‘The Interview’ is a sad act of cowardice

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In one of the most cowardly acts in American business history, Sony (yes, technically it’s Japanese; but for all intents and purposes, it’s been thoroughly Americanized) canceled its comedy film “The Interview” about assass

The real estate portal-dominance game is far from over | Inman News

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A real estate expert talks about why the Zillow-Trulia merger might not be the endgame for real estate portal dominance.

Top 10 lessons from the CEO of a $360M platform | Inman News

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Robert Reffkin, the CEO of Urban Compass, shares the 10 most important lessons he's learned since founding the company.

From Lauren Hill to to Mo’ne Davis, plenty of inspiring stories this year

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BOSTON >> Meb Keflezighi strode alone down Boylston Street, past the patched-up sidewalks and re-opened restaurants that line the path to the Boston Marathon finish line. On his race bib he had the names of those killed there by a pair of homema

2014 provides plenty of eye candy for sports fans

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Some of them won the game, some of them saved the game and others made for some very impressive eye candy.

Big real estate data and MLS software provider going public -- again | Inman News

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Black Knight Financial Services, formerly LPS, files for IPO

Prices are Rising For Senior Living Properties

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The aging of the Baby Boom generation combined with the flood of capital into commercial real estate is driving up the costs of properties that cater to senior living.

Use tips from the magazine world when planning your year | Inman News

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Deidre Woollard discusses how real estate can take a page from magazine publishing when planning in advance.

Sixers erase big deficit to stun Miami

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MIAMI >> All the Miami Heat had to do to secure their first home winning streak in more than a month was hold onto a 23-point second-half lead against a team with the NBA’s worst record.

Construction Costs Rising as Economy Improves

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Building costs are rising at the fastest pace in six years, according to a new report by Rider Levett Bucknall, a property and construction consulting firm.

Arker Buys 18-Buildings in South Bronx; Plans to Keep Them Affordable

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An affordable housing developer founded by a holocaust survivor is investing $156 million in an 18-building portfolio in the South Bronx that will help New York Mayor Bill de Blasio meet his affordable housing goal.

Inman Select has exceeded 330,000 members in only its first month | Inman News

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Inman Select has exceeded 300,000 members in only its first month as everyone from individual practitioners and teams to the entire agent population of North America’s largest real estate brokerage, Keller Williams, have said “thumbs up” to an expanded menu of breaking news coverage, new analysis, b…

Temple stuns No. 10 Kansas

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PHILADELPHIA >> The No. 10 team in the country strolled into the Wells Fargo Center Monday night, ready to face an underwhelming Temple team that had done nothing to elicit any fear in the opposition.

Introducing Zillow’s New National Case-Shiller Forecast ‹ Zillow Real Estate Research

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For more than three years, Zillow has forecasted monthly and annual changes in the S&P Case-Shiller (SPCS) 10- and 20-City Indices a month before actual Case-Shiller data is released. Now, we’re pleased to increase our coverage by forecasting performance of the S&P/Case-Shiller National Home Price I…

Do buyers really care about 'coming soon' properties? | Inman News

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Hank Bailey discusses why he thinks "coming soon" listings in real estate aren't worthy of the debate they've caused in the industry.

Key Takeaways from the November Existing Home Sales Report ‹ Zillow Real Estate Research

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4 tips for achieving work-life balance | Inman News

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Josh Fellman gives four tips for real estate professionals that can help them achieve the work-life balance that's best for them.

Sixers get third win of season in Orlando

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ORLANDO, Fla. >> The limited success the Philadelphia 76ers have experienced this season has all been on the road.

Eagles’ playoff hopes nearly ended by Redskins

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LANDOVER, MD. >> The Eagles left too many boxes unchecked in a 27-24 loss Saturday to Washington eliminating them from wild-card contention.

Oxford Area School District considers budget increase

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OXFORD >> The Oxford Area School District is looking at a budget increase of 5.6 percent for the coming school year that could require a tax increase as well as drawing money from the fund balance to bridge a $5.1 million gap between expenses an

Renter and Owner Confidence in Fast-Growing Housing Markets ‹ Zillow Real Estate Research

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Research in behavioral economics has shown peoples’ expectations about the future are strongly anchored in recent experience. Rapid asset price growth can contribute to what has sometimes been labeled “irrational exuberance” – overly optimistic and self-perpetuating positive feedback in price trends…

Malaysian Developer Wins Big From NY’s Decision on Casino Locations

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One of Malaysia’s most prominent casino developers was a big behind-the-scenes winner this week when a New York board made its much-awaited recommendations of where three casinos should be located.

Nov. New Home Sales Expected to Fall 1 Percent ‹ Zillow Real Estate Research

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Zillow expects Tuesday’s November new home sales data from the U.S. Census Bureau to show a decline of about 1 percent, to a seasonally adjusted annual rate (SAAR) of 453,500 thousand units, down from 458,000 units in October.

The Next Challenge For Mortgage Lending?

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Regulators and lenders say that they've made major progress that should enable more Americans to get mortgages next year. But one major problem that could hold lending back has yet to be addressed, according to a research paper released by the Urban Institute this week.

Peter Hernandez on industry decay and 2015 predictions | Inman News

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Peter Hernandez, the founder of Teles Properties, discusses industry decay, global events and why he thinks there will be more business to go around in 2015.

Another losing shootout for Flyers

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PHILADELPHIA >> For the second time in less than a month, the Flyers are about to embark on a road trip into an uncertain future. The last time they did this, there was some rejuvenation in their play, which brought them up a notch where it matt

Total U.S. Housing Stock Adds $1.7T in Value, Recent Inventory Gains Show First Signs of...

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Median U.S. home values in November rose 0.3 percent from October, to a Zillow Home Value Index (ZHVI) of $177,600, and were up 6 percent from November 2013. U.S. home values have risen year-over-year for 28 straight months, and as they’ve grown, the total value of the nation’s overall housing stock…

Nov. Existing Home Sales Expected to Fall 1.7 Percent ‹ Zillow Real Estate Research

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Zillow expects Monday’s November existing home sales data from the National Association of Realtors (NAR) to show a decline of about 1.7 percent, to a seasonally adjusted annual rate (SAAR) of 5.17 million units, down from 5.26 million units in October.

Zillow gets creative in hunt for tech talent | Inman News

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Zillow has developed a paid internship program it's calling a "Returnship" to bring experienced engineers on board who have taken time off to raise a kid, travel or to pursue some other endeavor.

U.S. Hotel Companies Eager to Plant Flags In Cuba

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U.S. hospitality companies responded to President Obama’s announcement on Wednesday that the U.S. and Cuba are restoring full diplomatic relations with hope mixed with a bit of caution.

Video: Are brokers the unsung heroes of the industry? | Inman News

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Pam O'Connor, the Leading Real Estate Companies of the World CEO, says that brokers are the Rodney Dangerfields of the industry: They don't get any respect. She talks about why that needs to change in an opinionated video.

West Chester council approves budget

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WEST CHESTER >> Council formally approved the borough’s 2015 budget with no tax increase Wednesday night.

Can you answer these 7 client questions from the bidding war breeding grounds? | Inman News

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Rae Catanese explains what some common questions arise from clients during times of frequent bidding wars and discusses how she answers those questions.

New York Offices Cheaper Than London, And Nine Other Markets

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Offices in New York – and the rest of the U.S. – are a relative bargain, according to a new report out Wednesday from CBRE Group Inc.

Ka-Ching! Report Says NYC Apartment Market Set Records in 2014

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The Manhattan condominium and co-op apartment market is setting numerous new records in 2014 partly thanks to high sales of units costing more than $10 million, according to a new report.The average sales price for co-ops and condos will come in at about $1.8 million in 2014 compared with $1.5 milli…

Oil’s Plunge Is Pushing Mortgage Rates Down

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Low oil prices may offer a hidden gift to consumers beyond the gas pump: They could also indirectly support lower mortgage rates.

Race Randle: 'There's no substitute for the personal touch' | Inman News

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Race Randle of the Howard Hughes Corporation discusses why the biggest trend in real estate is information access -- and why there's no substitute for the personal touch.

Negative Equity Down By Almost Half Since 2012 Peak, But There’s Still a Ways to Go ‹ Zillow...

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• As of the end of the third quarter, 16.9 percent of U.S. homeowners with a mortgage are underwater, down from a peak of 31.4 percent in 2012 Q1. • The negative equity rate is less than half of its peak value in 23 of the largest 35 metro areas. • Negative equity is forecasted to fall further, proj…

Taking it to the Limit: The Impact of Lower FHA Loan Thresholds ‹ Zillow Real Estate Research

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It has been said that you can’t have your cake and eat it too, and the same is true over the ongoing debate over housing finance. How do you simultaneously reduce the federal government’s currently massive presence in the housing market, while also ensuring that credit remains widely available, part…

Help us figure out why independent brokerages are hot | Inman News

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Independent brokerages, those firms not affiliated with a national real estate brand, have a stronger presence now in real estate than they have in a decade and we're trying to figure out why. Help us.

Office Sharing Phenom WeWork Eyes Expansion into Apartments

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As office sharing phenom WeWork grows, it is eyeing an expansion into the residential sector

Simon, Other Developers Boost Supply of Outlet Centers

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Mall development in the U.S. is a virtually dead business because of oversupply and online competition. There's a whopping 1.25 billion square feet of mall space and it only increased 0.32% this year, according to the International Council of Shopping Centers.But the same can’t be said about the out…

Carrington's Steve Ozonian on agent success and why swiping is the way of the future | Inman News

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Steve Ozonian of Carrington Mortgage Holdings talks about his communication preferences, real estate trends and what successful agents need in today's market.

Manhunt on for Montco man who allegedly killed 6

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MONTGOMERY COUNTY >> A Pennsburg man who authorities said went on a killing spree early Monday morning, slaying his ex-wife and five of her family members in three Montgomery County communities, remained at large Monday night after SWAT teams su

New Jersey's Realtor association rebrands | Inman News

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Newly renamed New Jersey Realtors, NJ Realtors for short, rebranded its logo and website to enhance its member and consumer experience, according to the organization. It was previously known as the New Jersey Association of Realtors.

Early Glimpses at New-Home Sales Show Buyers Still Hesitant

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Early gauges of new-home sales in November point to a lackluster, if not disappointing, result as consumers remain hesitant despite the improving economy.

Home Builders Feeling Great in the West, Glum in the Northeast

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The National Association of Home Builder’s monthly gauge of builder confidence in the market for single-family homes ticked down in December.

Pam O'Connor discloses the best sources for leads in 2015 | Inman News

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Pam O'Connor shares her predictions for real estate in 2015.

Cowboys beat Eagles to take over first in NFC East

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PHILADELPHIA >> You could live with back-to-back losses for the first time this season.

Memphis sends Sixers to ‘cruel loss’

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PHILADELPHIA >> For 40 minutes Saturday night, the 76ers were not just beating the Memphis Grizzlies, they were on the verge of blowing them out of the Wells Fargo Center.

Downingtown students take part in ‘Hour of Code’

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DOWNINGTOWN >> East Ward Elementary students this week learned how to write computer codes while participating in an “Hour of Code” program.

Brokerages that don't train agents are setting them up for failure | Inman News

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Sunny Lake, real estate professional, explains why broker-sponsored training programs are vital to agent success

The Paperless Agent's Chris Scott discusses finding and keeping the right agents | Inman News

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A 2015 outlook with real estate's Chris Scott, president of The Paperless Agent, in which he shares his opinions about what's ahead in 2015.

Are you being financially naughty or nice?

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WASHINGTON, D.C. >> To help consumers remain financially level-headed as they enter the final two weeks of holiday shopping, the National Foundation for Credit Counseling created the Financially Naughty or Nice Checklist.

Fun With Data: What’s the Mission Status of Your Neighborhood? ‹ Zillow Real Estate Research

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It’s difficult to quantify the difference between a housing market that’s metaphorically “taking off” and a market that has (so far) “failed to get off the ground.” One approach is to compare home values in both dollar terms and their recent growth.

Realtor lies, Russian corruption and a big deal in the works | Inman News

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A big deal is cooking in real estate: I feel it in my bones, like I sensed it this summer when Zillow ate Trulia. Equity funds, venture capitalists and strategic investors (like News Corp.) are swirling around the real estate tech industry like bridge-and-tunnel gawkers outside a nightclub in Manhat…

Millennials in 2015: Today’s Renters, Tomorrow’s Buyers ‹ Zillow Real Estate Research

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Words that all could describe a dry documentary or experimental menu item, yes, but also apt descriptors of what to expect for housing in 2015, according to panelists at a recent housing outlook discussion sponsored by S&P Down Jones Indices.

Home-Builder Results Provide Muddled, Sober Outlook For 2015

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The latest quarterly results of home builders Toll Brothers Inc. and Hovnanian Enterprises Inc. provide minimal optimism for the new-home market going into 2015.

Updater software engineer Leon Hall takes Inman behind his desk | Inman News

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A real estate hacker profile with Updater software engineer Leon Hall.

Phillies send Rollins to Dodgers

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As expected, the Phillies’ offseason fire sale couldn’t get cranking until top free-agent pitcher Jon Lester signed with someone.

Renting on Minimum Wage? Better Ask for a Raise ‹ Zillow Real Estate Research

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There’s a common rule of thumb that says annual housing costs should not exceed 30 percent of one’s annual income. Unfortunately for single renters making the federal minimum wage of $7.25 per hour, it’s virtually impossible to find a property in the U.S. that won’t end up costing them significantly…

Golf Course Firm Hits Sand Trap in Hunt For Tax Savings

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A small golf course company isn't pursuing a plan to convert to a REIT, which would have meant tax savings.

The new way to search for real estate | Inman News

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Predictive search, made popular by Amazon and Netflix, is one way Trulia and rivals Redfin, Zillow and realtor.com are looking to improve on the real estate search process.

Where Will Aging Baby Boomers Buy Homes?

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Raleigh, N.C., Albuquerque, N.M. and Boise, Idaho are among the cities that the National Association of Realtors thinks are poised to get an influx of older baby boomers.

5 questions that rock-star agents can always answer | Inman News

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Get the answers to critical homebuyer questions that will prove you're a rock-star real estate agent.

Girls Basketball: Kennett defense stops Hager, W.C. East in fourth quarter rally

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KENNETT SQUARE >> For three quarters, no one on the Kennett girls basketball team could stop West Chester East star Holly Hager.

Homeownership Is Affordable for First-Time Buyers, If They Can Clear Hurdles ‹ Zillow Real...

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As rents continue to soar, buying a home looks like a downright bargain compared to renting. But not all home buyers are created equal, and younger, first-time buyers will face a few additional hurdles that more experienced buyers may not have to contend with.

Qatar Group in $530 Million Deal to Buy Times Square Hotel

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Qatar’s Al Rayyan Tourism and Investment Company is in a $530 million deal to buy 97% of The Manhattan at Times Square Hotel, say people familiar with the matter.

Next-gen home valuation: Opendoor will buy your house | Inman News

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Opendoor, the "big-data house-flipping startup" founded by former PayPal and Square exec Keith Rabois, has launched in Phoenix, Ariz. with plans to expand to Portland, Ore. and Dallas, Texas over the next few months.

Coatesville council opts for cuts instead of tax hikes

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Coatesville >> Administrators are going to struggle with cutting $1.6 million from spending after City Council on Monday approved a last minute option for the 2015 preliminary budget, according to city officials.

‘What’s Up? Nothin’ But the Rent.’ Rental Affordability Continues to Suffer in Q3 ‹ Zillow Real...

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Homebuyers and renters continued to face dramatically different affordability pictures in the third quarter, according to Zillow’s 2014 Q3 Affordability Index.

Jennifer Carstensen talks challenges and opportunities for 2015 | Inman News

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Agent Jennifer Carstensen gives her predictions for how the real estate market will unfold in 2015 and what she's doing to prepare for it.

Foreign Investors Scoop Up High-Profile U.S. Towers

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Bank of China has agreed to pay nearly $600 million for a Manhattan office tower, as foreign investors have dominated the landscape for top-quality U.S. commercial property sales

Making the most of your marketing budget in 5 steps | Inman News

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A marketing expert explains the five steps that real estate professionals should take to maximize their budget and build a consistent brand.

Offense stymied by Seahawks to snap home win streak

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Philadelphia >> You know the pain scale they quiz you with in the emergency room?

Flyers end skid behind Mason, Simmonds

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LOS ANGELES >> With their owner Ed Snider in attendance, the struggling Philadelphia Flyers pulled off a season sweep of the defending Stanley Cup champions.

Noel stands ground in Sixers’ loss

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Frankly, the regular season hasn’t been as much of a splash for the big man with the flat top and bony limbs. There were games where he couldn’t get a rebound, games where he would show flashes, but vanish. There were bumps and nicks tha

Small talk, big talk: bros, Buffett, Murdoch and Evans | Inman News

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Brad Inman, the publisher of Inman News, selects his picks of the top real estate stories of the week.

Private Equity Real Estate Funds Get Big in 2014

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These are good times for many private equity firms in the real estate business.

Attention to detail makes a great real estate agent, says Raj Qsar | Inman News

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Raj Qsar answers 3 questions from Inman about success in real estate, communication preferences and more.

Police looking for more video of missing WCU student

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WEST CHESTER >> The Philadelphia office of the FBI and the Philadelphia police are asking the public’s help to locate additional video of an area in Manayunk near where missing West Chester University student Shane Montgomery was last see

Treasury To Double Housing Assistance Payments By $5,000

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WASHINGTON – U.S. officials will double payments to homeowners who have been receiving help under a federal mortgage-assistance program, boosting the government’s ability to spend unused funds set aside under the 2008 financial rescue.

Redfin's 2014 expansion push rolls into Indianapolis | Inman News

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Redfin has expanded into Indianapolis, bringing the number of metros where the fast-growing, Seattle-based brokerage has a presence to 42.

Self-Employment: Mo’ Money, Mo’ Problems ‹ Zillow Real Estate Research

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Self-employment offers enormous potential rewards. Some of the nation’s most successful entrepreneurs were successful precisely because they were willing to take on risks and venture out on their own to start new businesses. But these self-made entrepreneurs also represent an enormous risk for lende…

Housing Forecasts for 2015: Resurgent Home Building and Restrained Optimism

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With the door closing on 2014, economists are starting to tout their housing forecasts for next year. Count Realtor.com chief economist Jonathan Smoke among the more conservative optimists.

Michele Chiu talks price ranges and gives her 2015 predictions | Inman News

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Realtor and consultant Michele Chiu talks about the economy, the housing market and what she thinks will make her successful in 2015.

IndCor Deal Highlights Jeffrey Schwartz’s Role in Building Global Logistic Properties

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Blackstone Group LP’s announcement earlier this week that it is selling its industrial property portfolio to a venture led by Singapore’s sovereign wealth fund for $8.1 billion was on the surface a routine—albeit very large—real estate deal.

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Fresno, Not San Francisco, Among Nation’s ‘Strong’ Housing Markets, Trulia Says

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The best housing markets in the country include Boston, Seattle…and Fresno, Calif.?

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In-depth coverage of news. articles, photos, videos and breaking news for Chester County and the US and more.

2015: A Big Year for Buyers ‹ Zillow Real Estate Research

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More inventory, rising rents and changing demographics will all contribute to more balance in the market between buyers and sellers next year, after years in which sellers were largely in the driver’s seat. Below are Zillow’s official predictions for real estate in 2015:

Discover what sets you apart in an era of real estate technology | Inman News

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A real estate expert explains how agents should differentiate themselves from their online and in-person competition by discovering and living their 'human factor.'

Henry Silverman Makes Bet On SBE Entertainment

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Veteran financier Henry Silverman is making his first big bet on a luxury boutique hotel company.

Madison Hildebrand lets us peek inside his social media accounts | Inman News

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A profile of real estate star Madison Hildebrand focusing on questions about his social media use.

Deer Season Under Way

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Deer hunters who headed afield Monday here in our neck of Pennsylvania were treated to unseasonably mild opening day weather and generally favorable hunting conditions.

Where Millennials are Making Homeownership Happen ‹ Zillow Real Estate Research

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The U.S. homeownership rate has declined to three-decade lows, driven down in part by steadily declining homeownership among young adults confronting a trifecta of housing headwinds: Historically tight credit conditions; a weak labor market; and the fact that job growth is generally strongest in the…

Realogy franchisor builds suggestion box for real estate tech | Inman News

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Ever had an idea for a cool real estate product or service that would make life easier or better but didn't know where or how to share it so that it had a chance of inspiring a product? Now there's a place.

Dane Ellison: Don't let technology interfere with relationships in 2015 | Inman News

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A 2015 real estate outlook from Dane Ellison includes thoughts about technology, relationships and their integration.