Posted by Me on Facebook on April 30, 2015 at 08:23PM:
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Despite a slight drop in the fourth quarter, the Zillow Mortgage Access Index (ZMAI) ended 2014 up 18.3 points from the end of 2013. At 69.4 points, ZMAI closed 2014 at its highest year-end value since Q4 2007, when it was at 97.8 points (and in the beginning stages of a years-long freefall).
Thursday, April 30, 2015
Fit Kids For Life: Taking to horseback to stay fit
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Being fit for life means that you are constantly healthy during your life. You would never be overweight, always have a good blood pressure, and you would have good eating habits. Fitness is not just based on the way you look. It is also the way you f
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Being fit for life means that you are constantly healthy during your life. You would never be overweight, always have a good blood pressure, and you would have good eating habits. Fitness is not just based on the way you look. It is also the way you f
Foreign Exchange: The Impacts of a Stronger U.S. Dollar on International Buyers ‹ Zillow Real...
Posted by Me on Facebook on April 30, 2015 at 05:12PM:
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Foreign buyers of U.S. homes represent a double-edged sword. And as the dollar continues to strengthen against a basket of foreign currencies, that sword will increasingly cut buyers from abroad.
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Foreign buyers of U.S. homes represent a double-edged sword. And as the dollar continues to strengthen against a basket of foreign currencies, that sword will increasingly cut buyers from abroad.
Paying agents salaries, equity does the trick for Winklevoss-backed broker | Inman
Posted by Me on Facebook on April 30, 2015 at 07:31AM:
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Brokerages almost always pay their agents based solely on commissions. But TripleMint is one of a rare few that also pays its agents salaries and benefits -- a compensation model pioneered by Redfin. On top of that, the brokerage hands equity to agents who stick around for a year.
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Brokerages almost always pay their agents based solely on commissions. But TripleMint is one of a rare few that also pays its agents salaries and benefits -- a compensation model pioneered by Redfin. On top of that, the brokerage hands equity to agents who stick around for a year.
Wednesday, April 29, 2015
With $170M pending acquisition of Apartment Finder, CoStar Group makes another massive rental...
Posted by Me on Facebook on April 29, 2015 at 07:00PM:
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CoStar Group, which entered the rental game last March with its acquisition of Apartments.com, is looking to snag another large rental portal, Apartment Finder, with a $170 million agreement to acquire Network Communications Inc.
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CoStar Group, which entered the rental game last March with its acquisition of Apartments.com, is looking to snag another large rental portal, Apartment Finder, with a $170 million agreement to acquire Network Communications Inc.
OJR, teachers agree on new contract a year early
Posted by Me on Facebook on April 29, 2015 at 05:48PM:
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SOUTH COVENTRY >> The Owen J. Roberts School Board has unanimously approved an early-bird contract with the teachers’ union that agrees to an average net increase in salaries and benefits of 2.6 percent over the two-year contract period.
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SOUTH COVENTRY >> The Owen J. Roberts School Board has unanimously approved an early-bird contract with the teachers’ union that agrees to an average net increase in salaries and benefits of 2.6 percent over the two-year contract period.
TIAA-CREF Pumps Up Asset Management Business With £80 million Deal
Posted by Me on Facebook on April 29, 2015 at 12:59PM:
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Financial-services giant TIAA-CREF is buying the 40% stake in asset manager TIAA Henderson Real Estate it doesn’t already own for £80 million ($122.7 million) as part of its broader move into managing money for sovereign-wealth funds, pension funds and other institutions.
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Financial-services giant TIAA-CREF is buying the 40% stake in asset manager TIAA Henderson Real Estate it doesn’t already own for £80 million ($122.7 million) as part of its broader move into managing money for sovereign-wealth funds, pension funds and other institutions.
Free ebook of real estate tech reviews now available for Select members | Inman
Posted by Me on Facebook on April 29, 2015 at 05:30AM:
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Leveraging technology -- and leveraging it appropriately and intelligently -- is one of the biggest challenges facing real estate agents today. It's also one of the biggest differentiators that dictates whether agents will build successful, thriving business or barely scrape by.
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Leveraging technology -- and leveraging it appropriately and intelligently -- is one of the biggest challenges facing real estate agents today. It's also one of the biggest differentiators that dictates whether agents will build successful, thriving business or barely scrape by.
Tuesday, April 28, 2015
March Case-Shiller Forecast: 20-City Index to Show Annual Growth Above 5% Once Again ‹ Zillow...
Posted by Me on Facebook on April 28, 2015 at 06:52PM:
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The February S&P/Case-Shiller (SPCS) data published today showed a slight uptick in home value appreciation for the 10- and 20-City indices, compared to the prior month. However, appreciation in the national index fell slightly in February, to an annual pace of 4.2 percent, from 4.4 percent in Janua…
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The February S&P/Case-Shiller (SPCS) data published today showed a slight uptick in home value appreciation for the 10- and 20-City indices, compared to the prior month. However, appreciation in the national index fell slightly in February, to an annual pace of 4.2 percent, from 4.4 percent in Janua…
College athletes shouldn’t be paid
Posted by Me on Facebook on April 28, 2015 at 05:37PM:
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The debate as to whether or not college athletes should be paid has really heated up in recent years. It seems to arise every March when the NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournament arrives, and once again when the college football season begins. While
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The debate as to whether or not college athletes should be paid has really heated up in recent years. It seems to arise every March when the NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournament arrives, and once again when the college football season begins. While
Which real estate brand's TV spot does it best? | Inman
Posted by Me on Facebook on April 28, 2015 at 05:21PM:
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The spring homebuying season is in full bloom, and most of the nation's major real estate franchisors are airing national TV ads designed to burn their brands in consumers' brains. Coldwell Banker Real Estate, Century 21 Real Estate, Re/Max and newcomer Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices all have spots…
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The spring homebuying season is in full bloom, and most of the nation's major real estate franchisors are airing national TV ads designed to burn their brands in consumers' brains. Coldwell Banker Real Estate, Century 21 Real Estate, Re/Max and newcomer Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices all have spots…
Feb. Case Shiller: Stable Home Value Growth Means Persistent Negative Equity ‹ Zillow Real...
Posted by Me on Facebook on April 28, 2015 at 03:10PM:
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Today, the S&P/Case-Shiller Home Price Indices showed that the non-seasonally adjusted (NSA) February 10- and 20-City Composites rose 4.8 and 5 percent, respectively, on a year-over-year basis. The U.S. National Index rose 4.2 percent year-over-year. Today’s data were in line with Zillow’s forecasts…
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Today, the S&P/Case-Shiller Home Price Indices showed that the non-seasonally adjusted (NSA) February 10- and 20-City Composites rose 4.8 and 5 percent, respectively, on a year-over-year basis. The U.S. National Index rose 4.2 percent year-over-year. Today’s data were in line with Zillow’s forecasts…
Is The Government Suing Banks Out Of The Mortgage Market?
Posted by Me on Facebook on April 28, 2015 at 02:35PM:
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Last Thursday, the Department of Justice brought its latest high-profile mortgage-related lawsuit--this time against Quicken Loans Inc., a Detroit-based nonbank that's risen to become one of the largest mortgage originators in the country.Quicken Loans had brought its own lawsuit against the governm…
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Last Thursday, the Department of Justice brought its latest high-profile mortgage-related lawsuit--this time against Quicken Loans Inc., a Detroit-based nonbank that's risen to become one of the largest mortgage originators in the country.Quicken Loans had brought its own lawsuit against the governm…
Karla Saladino on why real estate firms waste money paying for leads | Inman
Posted by Me on Facebook on April 28, 2015 at 04:30AM:
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"When I do ad investment case studies, or look at companies to take over, I care about what converts to closed deals only," says Saladino. "Anything that will allow the same property to be listed eight different times, by eight different agents, with eight different prices, can take a hike. The cons…
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"When I do ad investment case studies, or look at companies to take over, I care about what converts to closed deals only," says Saladino. "Anything that will allow the same property to be listed eight different times, by eight different agents, with eight different prices, can take a hike. The cons…
Monday, April 27, 2015
Man hospitalized after West Chester assault
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A 31-year-old Coatesville man is in critical condition at Paoli Hospital after being assaulted in West Chester early Saturday morning, borough police said.
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A 31-year-old Coatesville man is in critical condition at Paoli Hospital after being assaulted in West Chester early Saturday morning, borough police said.
Silicon Valley’s Office Crunch, in Three Charts
Posted by Me on Facebook on April 27, 2015 at 04:40PM:
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Silicon Valley has an office problem: Demand is soaring while supply is only growing slowly, and stands grow slower still.
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Silicon Valley has an office problem: Demand is soaring while supply is only growing slowly, and stands grow slower still.
2 startups charge flat fees for listings, reshaping the real estate brokerage model | Inman
Posted by Me on Facebook on April 27, 2015 at 04:27PM:
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Toward the end of his time as a team leader with Keller Williams Realty in 2011, Jordan Connett realized that listing agents' jobs were much easier than they used to be. Agents can easily place their listings in front of millions of homebuyers on powerhouse, cutting-edge portals like Zillow, Trulia…
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Toward the end of his time as a team leader with Keller Williams Realty in 2011, Jordan Connett realized that listing agents' jobs were much easier than they used to be. Agents can easily place their listings in front of millions of homebuyers on powerhouse, cutting-edge portals like Zillow, Trulia…
Rental owners' top 5 mistakes | Inman
Posted by Me on Facebook on April 27, 2015 at 04:00AM:
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Purchasing a rental property is a significant investment and can be the start of a scary but rewarding adventure for many of us. We purchased our first vacation rental over 15 years ago in Colorado, and we needed the rental income to afford the property.
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Purchasing a rental property is a significant investment and can be the start of a scary but rewarding adventure for many of us. We purchased our first vacation rental over 15 years ago in Colorado, and we needed the rental income to afford the property.
Sunday, April 26, 2015
Chadds Ford couple battles township over rehabilitation center
Posted by Me on Facebook on April 26, 2015 at 05:07PM:
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PHILADELPHIA >> A Chadd’s Ford couple who claims to have been stymied by the township in their efforts to establish a rehabilitation center at a Webb Road residence is now seeking an order from a federal judge to push their application th
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PHILADELPHIA >> A Chadd’s Ford couple who claims to have been stymied by the township in their efforts to establish a rehabilitation center at a Webb Road residence is now seeking an order from a federal judge to push their application th
Why do agents and brokers choose to syndicate listings? | Inman
Posted by Me on Facebook on April 26, 2015 at 08:01AM:
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Despite all the controversy around syndication, every day brokers and agents choose to send their listings to Zillow, Trulia, realtor.com and other third-party portals for two main reasons: to satisfy sellers and to generate leads. That's according to the 93 brokers, 169 agents and 11 other industry…
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Despite all the controversy around syndication, every day brokers and agents choose to send their listings to Zillow, Trulia, realtor.com and other third-party portals for two main reasons: to satisfy sellers and to generate leads. That's according to the 93 brokers, 169 agents and 11 other industry…
Saturday, April 25, 2015
The week in industry hires: April 20-24 | Inman
Posted by Me on Facebook on April 25, 2015 at 08:00AM:
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Who got hired or promoted this week? Here's our weekly rundown, in chronological order.
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Who got hired or promoted this week? Here's our weekly rundown, in chronological order.
Friday, April 24, 2015
The Renters Next Door: America’s New Generation of Single-Family Residence Renters ‹ Zillow Real...
Posted by Me on Facebook on April 24, 2015 at 07:52PM:
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Over the past decade, almost all of the growth in America’s households has been driven by renters, especially renters of single-family residences (SFRs).
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Over the past decade, almost all of the growth in America’s households has been driven by renters, especially renters of single-family residences (SFRs).
Senator Grassley Questions Appointment Of New FHA Head
Posted by Me on Facebook on April 24, 2015 at 07:33PM:
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Senator Charles Grassley is challenging the method by which the HUD Secretary installed a new head of the Federal Housing Administration
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Senator Charles Grassley is challenging the method by which the HUD Secretary installed a new head of the Federal Housing Administration
Associations not allowed to display listings under .realtor domain | Inman
Posted by Me on Facebook on April 24, 2015 at 05:01PM:
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Come May 7, U.S. and Canadian brokerages and associations who want to make sure their home on the Web reflects their Realtor affiliation will be able to claim their own .realtor URL. But associations won't be able to link to or display property listings at that URL -- something many, if not most, cu…
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Come May 7, U.S. and Canadian brokerages and associations who want to make sure their home on the Web reflects their Realtor affiliation will be able to claim their own .realtor URL. But associations won't be able to link to or display property listings at that URL -- something many, if not most, cu…
Armed robbery spree gets man long prison term
Posted by Me on Facebook on April 24, 2015 at 04:58PM:
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PHILADELPHIA >> A Wayne County man was sentenced Thursday to a long prison term for his role in a string of armed robberies including one at a Phoenixville bank.
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PHILADELPHIA >> A Wayne County man was sentenced Thursday to a long prison term for his role in a string of armed robberies including one at a Phoenixville bank.
New Rallying Cry Among Investors in Europe: “Go East”
Posted by Me on Facebook on April 24, 2015 at 04:05PM:
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With competition heating up in European real estate markets, it’s time for investors to look to the region’s central and eastern fringes, according to a new report from adviser Cushman & Wakefield.Economies in countries like Czech Republic, Poland, and Hungary are improving, and the relative sho…
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With competition heating up in European real estate markets, it’s time for investors to look to the region’s central and eastern fringes, according to a new report from adviser Cushman & Wakefield.Economies in countries like Czech Republic, Poland, and Hungary are improving, and the relative sho…
HomeKeepr keeps agents in touch with clients after the close. But for how long? | Inman
Posted by Me on Facebook on April 24, 2015 at 04:45AM:
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I never recommend restaurants to people. I tell them about places I've enjoyed, but I never say, "You must go." You just never know if that's the night a server was served with divorce papers, or if the line cook forgot his hairnet. Experiences vary. Service is up and down. Even the best chefs have…
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I never recommend restaurants to people. I tell them about places I've enjoyed, but I never say, "You must go." You just never know if that's the night a server was served with divorce papers, or if the line cook forgot his hairnet. Experiences vary. Service is up and down. Even the best chefs have…
Thursday, April 23, 2015
Key Takeaways from the March New Home Sales Report ‹ Zillow Real Estate Research
Posted by Me on Facebook on April 23, 2015 at 07:32PM:
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Sales of newly built homes had been rising fairly steadily over the past six months. But new home sales in March put a dent in that streak, falling 11.4 percent from February to 481,000 units at a seasonally adjusted annual rate (SAAR), according to the U.S. Census Bureau.
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Sales of newly built homes had been rising fairly steadily over the past six months. But new home sales in March put a dent in that streak, falling 11.4 percent from February to 481,000 units at a seasonally adjusted annual rate (SAAR), according to the U.S. Census Bureau.
Lt. Gov. Stack visits students at WCU
Posted by Me on Facebook on April 23, 2015 at 04:50PM:
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WEST CHESTER >> Students at West Chester University got the chance to pick the brain of the second-highest elected official in Pennsylvania when Lt. Gov. Michael Stack stopped by Wednesday.
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WEST CHESTER >> Students at West Chester University got the chance to pick the brain of the second-highest elected official in Pennsylvania when Lt. Gov. Michael Stack stopped by Wednesday.
Lone brokerage 'Webby' honoree shares its secrets | Inman
Posted by Me on Facebook on April 23, 2015 at 04:42PM:
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Houlihan Lawrence, the large real estate brokerage based in New York, overhauled its website last May with a focus on bringing images front-and-center and offering consumers a streamlined search experience. The tweaks helped it become the sole brokerage site of the 13 websites recognized by the Inte…
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Houlihan Lawrence, the large real estate brokerage based in New York, overhauled its website last May with a focus on bringing images front-and-center and offering consumers a streamlined search experience. The tweaks helped it become the sole brokerage site of the 13 websites recognized by the Inte…
Make multitasking the exception, not the rule | Inman
Posted by Me on Facebook on April 23, 2015 at 04:00AM:
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For real estate professionals, multitasking is a way of life. Do you pride yourself on being a capable multitasker? Despite the perceived usefulness of your multitasking, it's a habit you should reserve only for times of total necessity. Otherwise, you risk operating at a far lower efficiency.
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For real estate professionals, multitasking is a way of life. Do you pride yourself on being a capable multitasker? Despite the perceived usefulness of your multitasking, it's a habit you should reserve only for times of total necessity. Otherwise, you risk operating at a far lower efficiency.
Wednesday, April 22, 2015
Key Takeaways from the March Existing Home Sales Report ‹ Zillow Real Estate Research
Posted by Me on Facebook on April 22, 2015 at 08:17PM:
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Existing home sales rose 6.1 percent in March from February, to 5.1 million units at a seasonally adjusted annual rate (SAAR) according to the National Association of Realtors (NAR), rebounding strongly after a weak start to the year (figure 1).
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Existing home sales rose 6.1 percent in March from February, to 5.1 million units at a seasonally adjusted annual rate (SAAR) according to the National Association of Realtors (NAR), rebounding strongly after a weak start to the year (figure 1).
Spring, the greatest time for a sports fan
Posted by Me on Facebook on April 22, 2015 at 04:39PM:
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One of the greatest things about sports is that it never stops. One season ends, and another one begins. If one of your favorite teams is struggling - - which seems to be a trend around Philadelphia - - there usually is some hope for another team a f
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One of the greatest things about sports is that it never stops. One season ends, and another one begins. If one of your favorite teams is struggling - - which seems to be a trend around Philadelphia - - there usually is some hope for another team a f
Are Entry-Level Homebuyers Really This Gung-Ho Yet?
Posted by Me on Facebook on April 22, 2015 at 04:29PM:
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D.R. Horton sold roughly 2,000 of its entry-level Express brand homes in the first three months of 2015, or 18% of its total sales, according to the company’s second quarter fiscal results released Wednesday. That’s big, considering that D.R. Horton is the largest U.S. builder by unit sales.
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D.R. Horton sold roughly 2,000 of its entry-level Express brand homes in the first three months of 2015, or 18% of its total sales, according to the company’s second quarter fiscal results released Wednesday. That’s big, considering that D.R. Horton is the largest U.S. builder by unit sales.
Homeownership Really Is All About the Money ‹ Zillow Real Estate Research
Posted by Me on Facebook on April 22, 2015 at 03:53PM:
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Homeownership is a critical part of the American Dream for millions of Americans, regardless of how much money they make. But the reality is, the less you earn, the less likely you are to own a home.
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Homeownership is a critical part of the American Dream for millions of Americans, regardless of how much money they make. But the reality is, the less you earn, the less likely you are to own a home.
NAR chooses 7 startups for its tech accelerator class of 2015 | Inman
Posted by Me on Facebook on April 22, 2015 at 08:47AM:
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The National Association of Realtors has announced the seven startups that will make up the 2015 class of its tech accelerator program, REach. This class, REach’s third, was chosen from a pool of hundreds of applicants -- more than double the number of firms who applied to the program last year, acc…
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The National Association of Realtors has announced the seven startups that will make up the 2015 class of its tech accelerator program, REach. This class, REach’s third, was chosen from a pool of hundreds of applicants -- more than double the number of firms who applied to the program last year, acc…
Tuesday, April 21, 2015
Q1 Market Reports: Did Anyone Tell Landlords That Slow & Steady Wins the Race? ‹ Zillow Real...
Posted by Me on Facebook on April 22, 2015 at 12:52AM:
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At the end of 2014, Zillow predicted that by the end of this year, annual growth in rents would outpace annual growth in home values. As it turns out, we were wrong – not because we no longer expect that to happen (we do), but because it could happen long before we thought.
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At the end of 2014, Zillow predicted that by the end of this year, annual growth in rents would outpace annual growth in home values. As it turns out, we were wrong – not because we no longer expect that to happen (we do), but because it could happen long before we thought.
Syndication tool takes off as more MLSs send listings directly to portals | Inman
Posted by Me on Facebook on April 21, 2015 at 06:10PM:
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Even as more and more multiple listing services (MLSs) have signed up to send listings directly to major portals Zillow and Trulia, many have chosen to offer their brokers a syndication tool that allows them to opt into and manage listings that go to those portals as well as Homes.com.
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Even as more and more multiple listing services (MLSs) have signed up to send listings directly to major portals Zillow and Trulia, many have chosen to offer their brokers a syndication tool that allows them to opt into and manage listings that go to those portals as well as Homes.com.
Treasury Department: Fannie, Freddie Bailout Wasn’t A Loan
Posted by Me on Facebook on April 21, 2015 at 05:04PM:
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Treasury Department for the first time clearly laid out its view on the bailout of Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac: The bailout wasn't a loan, but an investment on which taxpayers are now being compensated.
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Treasury Department for the first time clearly laid out its view on the bailout of Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac: The bailout wasn't a loan, but an investment on which taxpayers are now being compensated.
“Hungry Girl” author and cooking show host Lisa Lillien appearing at Montgomery Mall Wegmans
Posted by Me on Facebook on April 21, 2015 at 04:25PM:
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They don’t have Wegmans in L.A.
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They don’t have Wegmans in L.A.
Free yourself from lead gen by focusing on 'offer generation' | Inman
Posted by Me on Facebook on April 21, 2015 at 06:01AM:
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Last year, in a given month, close to 100 million unique users visited the top three national portals (as reported by Inman). This is the massive number of consumers eligible to become online leads every month -- and yet, what was the number of homes actually sold? Just shy of 5 million in all 12 mo…
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Last year, in a given month, close to 100 million unique users visited the top three national portals (as reported by Inman). This is the massive number of consumers eligible to become online leads every month -- and yet, what was the number of homes actually sold? Just shy of 5 million in all 12 mo…
Monday, April 20, 2015
Partnering with volunteer organization has heartwarming payoff for real estate brokerage | Inman
Posted by Me on Facebook on April 20, 2015 at 05:24PM:
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Agents in New York City volunteered their efforts to combat the bitter cold this winter by gathering gently-worn coats for those less fortunate. The results? Incredible! Halstead Property’s team of agents stood out amongst other corporate donors by donating more than 5,000 coats to this year’s New Y…
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Agents in New York City volunteered their efforts to combat the bitter cold this winter by gathering gently-worn coats for those less fortunate. The results? Incredible! Halstead Property’s team of agents stood out amongst other corporate donors by donating more than 5,000 coats to this year’s New Y…
Happenings
Posted by Me on Facebook on April 20, 2015 at 04:06PM:
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OngoingLongwood Gardens: Spring Blooms, through May 31. Featuring more than 240,000 tulips. Admission is $20 for adults; $17 for seniors (age 62+); $10 for students (ages 5–18) or with valid student ID) and free ages 4 and under. For tic
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OngoingLongwood Gardens: Spring Blooms, through May 31. Featuring more than 240,000 tulips. Admission is $20 for adults; $17 for seniors (age 62+); $10 for students (ages 5–18) or with valid student ID) and free ages 4 and under. For tic
What Fannie Mae’s and Freddie Mac’s Fee Changes Mean To You
Posted by Me on Facebook on April 20, 2015 at 01:26PM:
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Here's what you need to know about Fannie Mae's and Freddie Mac's changes to the fees they charge to back mortgages.
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Here's what you need to know about Fannie Mae's and Freddie Mac's changes to the fees they charge to back mortgages.
Is Google about to bury your real estate website? | Inman
Posted by Me on Facebook on April 20, 2015 at 04:01AM:
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Realtors spend millions of dollars every year for their websites and online marketing. On April 21, 2015, Google will begin using "mobile friendliness" as part of their algorithm for determining search results. If your website is not mobile friendly, you need to take immediate steps to make it so no…
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Realtors spend millions of dollars every year for their websites and online marketing. On April 21, 2015, Google will begin using "mobile friendliness" as part of their algorithm for determining search results. If your website is not mobile friendly, you need to take immediate steps to make it so no…
Sunday, April 19, 2015
How to get real estate consumers to spend up to 90 percent more time on your website | Inman
Posted by Me on Facebook on April 19, 2015 at 08:17AM:
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As real estate, mortgage and title company professionals we are seeing marketing shifting to video more and more. Why? Video is one the most powerful and fastest ways to convey a message to your target audience.
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As real estate, mortgage and title company professionals we are seeing marketing shifting to video more and more. Why? Video is one the most powerful and fastest ways to convey a message to your target audience.
Saturday, April 18, 2015
Concussions: One family’s struggle
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Motivational quotes are scattered around Kristin Reed’s home in Littlestown.
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Motivational quotes are scattered around Kristin Reed’s home in Littlestown.
Come August, there will be a new roadblock to closing a deal on a house | Inman
Posted by Me on Facebook on April 18, 2015 at 08:00AM:
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Everyone agrees that increasing consumer protection is a desirable goal. Nevertheless, the unforeseen ripple effects from these changes could seriously disrupt how the closing process is conducted.
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Everyone agrees that increasing consumer protection is a desirable goal. Nevertheless, the unforeseen ripple effects from these changes could seriously disrupt how the closing process is conducted.
Friday, April 17, 2015
March New Home Sales Expected to Fall 0.7 percent ‹ Zillow Real Estate Research
Posted by Me on Facebook on April 17, 2015 at 08:03PM:
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Zillow expects Thursday’s March new home sales data from the U.S. Census Bureau to show a decrease of about 0.5 percent, to a seasonally adjusted annual rate (SAAR) of 536,000 units, down from 539,000 units (SAAR) in February.
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Zillow expects Thursday’s March new home sales data from the U.S. Census Bureau to show a decrease of about 0.5 percent, to a seasonally adjusted annual rate (SAAR) of 536,000 units, down from 539,000 units (SAAR) in February.
A June Fed hike is off the table, and everyone knows it | Inman
Posted by Me on Facebook on April 17, 2015 at 06:04PM:
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Nothing is more disturbing in markets than a freeze while a lot is going in the real world. The implication: tension is building for a substantial move, but in the absence of movement nobody can tell which way, which drives us all nuts.
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Nothing is more disturbing in markets than a freeze while a lot is going in the real world. The implication: tension is building for a substantial move, but in the absence of movement nobody can tell which way, which drives us all nuts.
Dosen on Real Estate: 3 tips for buying in a seller’s market
Posted by Me on Facebook on April 17, 2015 at 03:27PM:
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Homes remain in short supply and buyers are starting to get frustrated. Many areas are seeing legitimate seller’s market conditions, and unprepared buyers are finding themselves swinging and missing, or sometimes not even getting a chanc
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Homes remain in short supply and buyers are starting to get frustrated. Many areas are seeing legitimate seller’s market conditions, and unprepared buyers are finding themselves swinging and missing, or sometimes not even getting a chanc
Why click-to-purchase real estate could be the future of the industry | Inman
Posted by Me on Facebook on April 17, 2015 at 06:01AM:
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Over $2 billion in real estate sales; 100 auction events; 15,000 homes sold. Those stats show the reality that HomeSearch.com is here to shake up real estate.
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Over $2 billion in real estate sales; 100 auction events; 15,000 homes sold. Those stats show the reality that HomeSearch.com is here to shake up real estate.
Thursday, April 16, 2015
Take A Broader View to Better Understand the New-Home Market
Posted by Me on Facebook on April 16, 2015 at 07:48PM:
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The Commerce Department’s monthly figures on the new-home market typically come with a lot of noise. Its latest report Thursday on March home starts was no exception.
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The Commerce Department’s monthly figures on the new-home market typically come with a lot of noise. Its latest report Thursday on March home starts was no exception.
Zillow Mortgages now on Trulia | Inman
Posted by Me on Facebook on April 16, 2015 at 05:49PM:
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Zillow Group announced today that it is making Zillow Mortgages available on Trulia as part of its ongoing effort to consolidate operations with the former rival it acquired last year.
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Zillow Group announced today that it is making Zillow Mortgages available on Trulia as part of its ongoing effort to consolidate operations with the former rival it acquired last year.
Coming attraction: Movie Tavern to open in Exton area
Posted by Me on Facebook on April 16, 2015 at 01:19PM:
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WEST WHITELAND >> Movie Tavern has chosen Exton as the site for its third Philadelphia-area theater where customers can recline in their seats and enjoy food and drink from a casual menu while watching their flicks.
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WEST WHITELAND >> Movie Tavern has chosen Exton as the site for its third Philadelphia-area theater where customers can recline in their seats and enjoy food and drink from a casual menu while watching their flicks.
6 factors that impact the value of a home | Inman
Posted by Me on Facebook on April 16, 2015 at 04:01AM:
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We all know that highly rated schools are a bonus for nearby housing, but did you know that good schools have a lot in common with Wal-Mart and public transportation, for example?
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We all know that highly rated schools are a bonus for nearby housing, but did you know that good schools have a lot in common with Wal-Mart and public transportation, for example?
Wednesday, April 15, 2015
Berwyn dentist, wife arrested on drug charges
Posted by Me on Facebook on April 15, 2015 at 12:45PM:
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WEST CHESTER >> A Berwyn dentist and his wife are under arrest after allegedly distributing narcotics including fentanyl and hydrocodone at his practice.
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WEST CHESTER >> A Berwyn dentist and his wife are under arrest after allegedly distributing narcotics including fentanyl and hydrocodone at his practice.
Kaspar Helfrich: The first rule to building a business is to ask clients what they want | Inman
Posted by Me on Facebook on April 15, 2015 at 04:31AM:
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"I guess the first rule is 'ask,'" says the Archilogic CEO. "From day one at Archilogic, we went out to every single potential client to ask them what they wanted. We could imagine a million things we wanted to develop, but you can only build a business on actual needs."
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"I guess the first rule is 'ask,'" says the Archilogic CEO. "From day one at Archilogic, we went out to every single potential client to ask them what they wanted. We could imagine a million things we wanted to develop, but you can only build a business on actual needs."
Tuesday, April 14, 2015
New $2.1 Billion Skyscraper to Rise as Skadden Arps Signs Up to Move West
Posted by Me on Facebook on April 14, 2015 at 08:01PM:
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Brookfield Property Partners is moving ahead with a $2.1 billion tower west of Pennsylvania Station, as law firm Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP signed a 550,000 square foot lease to move from Times Square to the 2.1 million square foot building, Brookfield announced Tuesday.
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Brookfield Property Partners is moving ahead with a $2.1 billion tower west of Pennsylvania Station, as law firm Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP signed a 550,000 square foot lease to move from Times Square to the 2.1 million square foot building, Brookfield announced Tuesday.
Brokerage trumpets real estate agents' 'fashionable style' | Inman
Posted by Me on Facebook on April 14, 2015 at 11:51AM:
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One advantage small brokerages enjoy over their larger competitors is the ability to craft highly distinct and local brands. A new brokerage in New York City is milking that opportunity for all its worth.
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One advantage small brokerages enjoy over their larger competitors is the ability to craft highly distinct and local brands. A new brokerage in New York City is milking that opportunity for all its worth.
Phoenixville woman faces state prison for DUI
Posted by Me on Facebook on April 14, 2015 at 11:23AM:
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WEST CHESTER >> A Phoenixville woman with two drunk driving convictions in her past pleaded guilty Monday to her 5th overall driving under the influence offense, setting the stage for a sentencing hearing at which she could receive a possible mi
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WEST CHESTER >> A Phoenixville woman with two drunk driving convictions in her past pleaded guilty Monday to her 5th overall driving under the influence offense, setting the stage for a sentencing hearing at which she could receive a possible mi
Monday, April 13, 2015
Vet your marketing service agreements with a new list of NAR 'dos and don'ts' | Inman
Posted by Me on Facebook on April 13, 2015 at 07:31PM:
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Confused about the term “marketing service agreements” (MSAs) that regulators keep tossing out? The National Association of Realtors has published a list of “do's” and “don’ts” for Realtors who may be contemplating entering into MSAs with lender partners.
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Confused about the term “marketing service agreements” (MSAs) that regulators keep tossing out? The National Association of Realtors has published a list of “do's” and “don’ts” for Realtors who may be contemplating entering into MSAs with lender partners.
Clinton running for president
Posted by Me on Facebook on April 13, 2015 at 09:55AM:
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WASHINGTON >> Hillary Rodham Clinton jumped back into presidential politics on Sunday, making a much-awaited announcement she will again seek the White House with a promise to serve as the “champion” of everyday Americans.
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WASHINGTON >> Hillary Rodham Clinton jumped back into presidential politics on Sunday, making a much-awaited announcement she will again seek the White House with a promise to serve as the “champion” of everyday Americans.
'Selling Value' lists the top 3 reasons why salespeople fail | Inman
Posted by Me on Facebook on April 13, 2015 at 06:00AM:
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New York Times best-selling author Don Hutson’s new book, "Selling Value: Key Principles of Value-Based Selling," identifies what hampers salespeople from achieving stellar real estate sales success. If you’re ready to generate more leads, convert more clients and close more deals, "Selling Value" p…
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New York Times best-selling author Don Hutson’s new book, "Selling Value: Key Principles of Value-Based Selling," identifies what hampers salespeople from achieving stellar real estate sales success. If you’re ready to generate more leads, convert more clients and close more deals, "Selling Value" p…
Sunday, April 12, 2015
Pricing a home to sell the right way by using preappraisals | Inman
Posted by Me on Facebook on April 12, 2015 at 05:31PM:
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Most of us wish we could, but a smarter way to avoid pitfalls is to use the available tools designed to price a home accurately from the start. The National Association of Realtors reports that over 15 percent of home sales are delayed, renegotiated or canceled due to home appraisals falling short o…
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Most of us wish we could, but a smarter way to avoid pitfalls is to use the available tools designed to price a home accurately from the start. The National Association of Realtors reports that over 15 percent of home sales are delayed, renegotiated or canceled due to home appraisals falling short o…
Almost-lost photos of the Kennedys on view at the Constitution Center in Philadelphia
Posted by Me on Facebook on April 12, 2015 at 08:54AM:
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Don’t let it be forgot/that once there was a spot.
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Don’t let it be forgot/that once there was a spot.
Friday, April 10, 2015
Six-Shooter: Why Rent Affordability is Suffering in These Six Markets ‹ Zillow Real Estate Research
Posted by Me on Facebook on April 10, 2015 at 07:20PM:
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Nowhere is rent affordability more of an issue than in the New York, Los Angeles, Miami, San Francisco, San Jose, and San Diego metropolitan areas. And a big reason why is because of the kinds of apartments that are – and aren’t – getting built in these areas.
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Nowhere is rent affordability more of an issue than in the New York, Los Angeles, Miami, San Francisco, San Jose, and San Diego metropolitan areas. And a big reason why is because of the kinds of apartments that are – and aren’t – getting built in these areas.
More Cities Post March Homes-Sales Gains
Posted by Me on Facebook on April 10, 2015 at 06:21PM:
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On Friday, the Atlanta Board of Realtors reported 3,993 finalized home sales in March, up 13.8% from a year earlier. The San Antonio Board of Realtors reported a 17% sales gain in that span, and the Realtor association in Washington, D.C., disclosed a 5.7% gain in sales of single-family homes.
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On Friday, the Atlanta Board of Realtors reported 3,993 finalized home sales in March, up 13.8% from a year earlier. The San Antonio Board of Realtors reported a 17% sales gain in that span, and the Realtor association in Washington, D.C., disclosed a 5.7% gain in sales of single-family homes.
Save big on new construction: secrets your buyers should know | Inman
Posted by Me on Facebook on April 10, 2015 at 12:06PM:
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Purchasing a new-construction home is different from buying a resale home. Here are some tips and items to keep in mind if you have a client interested in purchasing new construction.
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Purchasing a new-construction home is different from buying a resale home. Here are some tips and items to keep in mind if you have a client interested in purchasing new construction.
Ben Stiller adds zest to his life in new film ‘While We’re Young’
Posted by Me on Facebook on April 10, 2015 at 07:03AM:
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Ben Stiller used to pride himself on his cutting-edge taste in music. But then he got married and had two kids and found himself with less time to stay tuned to what was hip and hot.
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Ben Stiller used to pride himself on his cutting-edge taste in music. But then he got married and had two kids and found himself with less time to stay tuned to what was hip and hot.
Thursday, April 9, 2015
Tune into the live debate on Select Live this Friday at 10 a.m. PDT at Inman.com | Inman
Posted by Me on Facebook on April 09, 2015 at 07:48PM:
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Challenged by a new generation of supersonic agents and powerful consumer portals, many real estate brokers are scrambling to re-think, tweak and modify their business models.
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Challenged by a new generation of supersonic agents and powerful consumer portals, many real estate brokers are scrambling to re-think, tweak and modify their business models.
Brisk Spring Season in Jacksonville Tests Home Buyers
Posted by Me on Facebook on April 09, 2015 at 05:46PM:
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Home buyers in Jacksonville, Fla., and others across the U.S. are finding a different market this spring than in past years. Resurgent job growth, low interest rates and robust consumer confidence has expanded the ranks of would-be buyers.
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Home buyers in Jacksonville, Fla., and others across the U.S. are finding a different market this spring than in past years. Resurgent job growth, low interest rates and robust consumer confidence has expanded the ranks of would-be buyers.
Papelbon comments upstage Francoeur’s heroics in Phillies win
Posted by Me on Facebook on April 09, 2015 at 06:10AM:
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PHILADELPHIA >> Three-plus years into his time in Philadelphia, Jonathan Papelbon still isn’t sure what, exactly, a Phillie is.
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PHILADELPHIA >> Three-plus years into his time in Philadelphia, Jonathan Papelbon still isn’t sure what, exactly, a Phillie is.
Why data accuracy is critical to the future of real estate | Inman
Posted by Me on Facebook on April 09, 2015 at 06:00AM:
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I fear for our industry's future. Now, to clarify, I do not fear a world without real estate agents. No, my greatest fear is this -- in the interest of speed and under great pressure to provide free information, we are losing our respect for the value of accuracy.
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I fear for our industry's future. Now, to clarify, I do not fear a world without real estate agents. No, my greatest fear is this -- in the interest of speed and under great pressure to provide free information, we are losing our respect for the value of accuracy.
Wednesday, April 8, 2015
New appraisal software eases risk assessment challenges | Inman
Posted by Me on Facebook on April 08, 2015 at 05:21PM:
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A new software package released by Bradford Technologies Inc. helps appraisers quickly analyze property and market data and produce a stronger, more transparent appraisal addendum.
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A new software package released by Bradford Technologies Inc. helps appraisers quickly analyze property and market data and produce a stronger, more transparent appraisal addendum.
Why Not to Ask College-Aged Residents To Predict Home Value Growth ‹ Zillow Real Estate Research
Posted by Me on Facebook on April 08, 2015 at 04:54PM:
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When asked about their expectations for home value growth, Americans tend to anchor their responses in recent history rather than a more realistic assessment of the future. However, some groups are better forecasters than others (sadly for former Dallas Federal Reserve Bank President, Richard Fisher…
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When asked about their expectations for home value growth, Americans tend to anchor their responses in recent history rather than a more realistic assessment of the future. However, some groups are better forecasters than others (sadly for former Dallas Federal Reserve Bank President, Richard Fisher…
Fannie Mae Uncorks First Sale of Delinquent Loans
Posted by Me on Facebook on April 08, 2015 at 04:42PM:
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Mortgage-finance company Fannie Mae on Wednesday gave details of its first-ever large sale of non-performing mortgages, a step that could make it easier for some of the borrowers behind the loans to stay in their homes.
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Mortgage-finance company Fannie Mae on Wednesday gave details of its first-ever large sale of non-performing mortgages, a step that could make it easier for some of the borrowers behind the loans to stay in their homes.
How Small Tyrants are Having a Big Impact on Rental Affordability in America ‹ Zillow Real...
Posted by Me on Facebook on April 08, 2015 at 02:40PM:
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Tyranny is alive and well in America. And it’s preventing us from solving a growing rental housing affordability crisis in this country.
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Tyranny is alive and well in America. And it’s preventing us from solving a growing rental housing affordability crisis in this country.
Commercial Property Lending Reached $400 Billion in 2014: MBA
Posted by Me on Facebook on April 08, 2015 at 01:17PM:
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Loans made for office buildings, hotels, malls and other U.S. commercial property grew to $400 billion in 2014 from $358 billion the prior year, the third-highest mark on record, according to a survey by the Mortgage Bankers Association.
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Loans made for office buildings, hotels, malls and other U.S. commercial property grew to $400 billion in 2014 from $358 billion the prior year, the third-highest mark on record, according to a survey by the Mortgage Bankers Association.
Boys Lacrosse: Beren makes two huge saves late as Warriors hold on against W.C. East
Posted by Me on Facebook on April 08, 2015 at 05:34AM:
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WEST CHESTER >> Eric Beren didn’t feel any pressure with West Chester Henderson hanging on for dear life in the final minutes.
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WEST CHESTER >> Eric Beren didn’t feel any pressure with West Chester Henderson hanging on for dear life in the final minutes.
Karen Bigos on the collaborative suite and paperless office program that's changed her world | Inman
Posted by Me on Facebook on April 08, 2015 at 05:15AM:
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The Towne Realty Group broker talks about technology that's helping her business thrive and why meditation and cocktails are best served together.
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The Towne Realty Group broker talks about technology that's helping her business thrive and why meditation and cocktails are best served together.
Tuesday, April 7, 2015
What Determines Your Personal Breakeven Horizon? ‹ Zillow Real Estate Research
Posted by Me on Facebook on April 08, 2015 at 01:37AM:
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The decision to buy or rent a home is really a choice between buying a home that you hope will appreciate in value; or renting a home, spending less on housing – at least in the early years – and potentially investing the difference in stocks or bonds instead.
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The decision to buy or rent a home is really a choice between buying a home that you hope will appreciate in value; or renting a home, spending less on housing – at least in the early years – and potentially investing the difference in stocks or bonds instead.
Real estate social network nets funding, launching in November | Inman
Posted by Me on Facebook on April 07, 2015 at 05:13PM:
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Relola, a new real estate-specific social network, has raised $320,000 to get its platform off the ground. The network aims to reach $750,000 in fundraising dollars by June 1.
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Relola, a new real estate-specific social network, has raised $320,000 to get its platform off the ground. The network aims to reach $750,000 in fundraising dollars by June 1.
Vacation home sales exploded last year
Posted by Me on Facebook on April 07, 2015 at 05:05PM:
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Vacation home sales surged in 2014, up 57% from the year before, according to the National Association of Realtors.
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Vacation home sales surged in 2014, up 57% from the year before, according to the National Association of Realtors.
Commercial Property Values Now 14% Above 2007 Peak: Report
Posted by Me on Facebook on April 07, 2015 at 03:46PM:
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Real estate research firm Green Street Advisors reported Tuesday that commercial property values in March were 11% above March 2014 and up 87% since they bottomed out in 2009.
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Real estate research firm Green Street Advisors reported Tuesday that commercial property values in March were 11% above March 2014 and up 87% since they bottomed out in 2009.
Duke wins 5th title for ‘Coach K’
Posted by Me on Facebook on April 07, 2015 at 05:00AM:
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INDIANAPOLIS >> With two of Duke’s star freshmen in foul trouble in the biggest game of the season, the Blue Devils found a championship-saving jolt from an unlikely source.
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INDIANAPOLIS >> With two of Duke’s star freshmen in foul trouble in the biggest game of the season, the Blue Devils found a championship-saving jolt from an unlikely source.
How America's No. 1 homeowner is changing the real estate industry | Inman
Posted by Me on Facebook on April 07, 2015 at 04:00AM:
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America's No. 1 homeowner is not an owner-occupant, but one of the world's largest and most successful private equity companies -- Blackstone Group. In the past couple of years, as the pace of Blackstone's acquisitions has slowed, some have speculated that the trend is winding down, but it's not. It…
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America's No. 1 homeowner is not an owner-occupant, but one of the world's largest and most successful private equity companies -- Blackstone Group. In the past couple of years, as the pace of Blackstone's acquisitions has slowed, some have speculated that the trend is winding down, but it's not. It…
Monday, April 6, 2015
Moving Beyond Student Housing
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A private equity firm that’s been a leading investor in student housing is expanding into developing mixed use projects adjacent to campuses.
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A private equity firm that’s been a leading investor in student housing is expanding into developing mixed use projects adjacent to campuses.
Trade talk may overshadow Phillies’ season
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PHILADELPHIA >> Even if it is reality, even if it is a couple of years overdue, the fact that the Phillies are entering the 2015 season in the middle of a dismantling project does bring an odd feeling to this Opening Day.
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PHILADELPHIA >> Even if it is reality, even if it is a couple of years overdue, the fact that the Phillies are entering the 2015 season in the middle of a dismantling project does bring an odd feeling to this Opening Day.
Is your website ready for Google's algorithm update? | Inman
Posted by Me on Facebook on April 06, 2015 at 04:01AM:
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Mobile-geddon. Mobile-pocalypse. The biggest update in years. Call it what you want: On April 21 Google will be releasing an update to its algorithm that could have a big impact on your search engine rankings if you and your website aren't prepared.
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Mobile-geddon. Mobile-pocalypse. The biggest update in years. Call it what you want: On April 21 Google will be releasing an update to its algorithm that could have a big impact on your search engine rankings if you and your website aren't prepared.
Sunday, April 5, 2015
3 things you need to know about Chinese homebuyers | Inman
Posted by Me on Facebook on April 05, 2015 at 08:00AM:
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Peggy Fong Chen is a California real estate agent who sold 80 homes last year, mostly to Chinese buyers, who mostly paid cash -- her current listings range in value from about $500,000 to $7.1 million -- and if you also want to sell more to Chinese buyers, there are three facts you need to know.
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Peggy Fong Chen is a California real estate agent who sold 80 homes last year, mostly to Chinese buyers, who mostly paid cash -- her current listings range in value from about $500,000 to $7.1 million -- and if you also want to sell more to Chinese buyers, there are three facts you need to know.
38-1: Wisconsin ends Kentucky dream of perfect season
Posted by Me on Facebook on April 05, 2015 at 04:00AM:
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INDIANAPOLIS >> Nobody ever said they were perfect. Now, the Kentucky Wildcats aren’t undefeated, either.
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INDIANAPOLIS >> Nobody ever said they were perfect. Now, the Kentucky Wildcats aren’t undefeated, either.
Saturday, April 4, 2015
It will take a village to close a mortgage in 2015 | Inman
Posted by Me on Facebook on April 04, 2015 at 08:01AM:
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The amount of time and effort it takes to close a mortgage is incredible. Many participants in the process work overtime, sometimes for over a month, or several months, per closing to make sure the customer is happy. Unfortunately, the mortgage process itself often undermines all this hard work.
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The amount of time and effort it takes to close a mortgage is incredible. Many participants in the process work overtime, sometimes for over a month, or several months, per closing to make sure the customer is happy. Unfortunately, the mortgage process itself often undermines all this hard work.
Roulhac returns to coach Cheyney
Posted by Me on Facebook on April 04, 2015 at 03:38AM:
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THORNBURY >> Conventional wisdom is that the last thing Cheyney’s struggling football program needs is yet another interim head football coach. But the discussion takes a whole new turn when you find out that Chris Roulhac is the man taki
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THORNBURY >> Conventional wisdom is that the last thing Cheyney’s struggling football program needs is yet another interim head football coach. But the discussion takes a whole new turn when you find out that Chris Roulhac is the man taki
Friday, April 3, 2015
For Many Renters, Crushing Rents are Intolerable ‹ Zillow Real Estate Research
Posted by Me on Facebook on April 03, 2015 at 08:07PM:
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Deteriorating rental affordability is a pressing national issue, as rents rapidly rise beyond the means of many at the same time as many young adults choose to rent for longer – a combination of preferences and a seeming inability to gain a foothold in the purchase market.
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Deteriorating rental affordability is a pressing national issue, as rents rapidly rise beyond the means of many at the same time as many young adults choose to rent for longer – a combination of preferences and a seeming inability to gain a foothold in the purchase market.
A step-by-step guide to launching your own brokerage - part 1 | Inman
Posted by Me on Facebook on April 03, 2015 at 04:00AM:
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Despite all its benefits, what discourages top-performing real estate brokers from owning their own real estate brokerage? In the same way that business ownership is not for everyone, brokerage ownership is not for every real estate agent.
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Despite all its benefits, what discourages top-performing real estate brokers from owning their own real estate brokerage? In the same way that business ownership is not for everyone, brokerage ownership is not for every real estate agent.
Al Pacino plays an aging pop star in ‘Danny Collins’
Posted by Me on Facebook on April 03, 2015 at 03:18AM:
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Back in the mid-1970s, Al Pacino happened to run into John Lennon in Central Park. The actor was flying high thanks to movies like “The Godfather,” “Dog Day Afternoon” and “Serpico” and the singer was laying
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Back in the mid-1970s, Al Pacino happened to run into John Lennon in Central Park. The actor was flying high thanks to movies like “The Godfather,” “Dog Day Afternoon” and “Serpico” and the singer was laying
Thursday, April 2, 2015
Why is housing inventory so low? | Inman
Posted by Me on Facebook on April 02, 2015 at 05:01AM:
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There has been a great deal of discussion regarding the consistently low housing inventory levels throughout the nation. Very little, however, has been written about the reasons why inventory levels are so low, especially following the economic disruption of 2008-2011.
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There has been a great deal of discussion regarding the consistently low housing inventory levels throughout the nation. Very little, however, has been written about the reasons why inventory levels are so low, especially following the economic disruption of 2008-2011.
Wednesday, April 1, 2015
Fundraiser fosters next generation of artists in Phoenixville
Posted by Me on Facebook on April 02, 2015 at 02:55AM:
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Phoenixville >> Artists of all ages got together in the borough Sunday afternoon to foster artists of the next generation.
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Phoenixville >> Artists of all ages got together in the borough Sunday afternoon to foster artists of the next generation.
Beasts of Burden: Characteristics of High-Burden and Low-Burden Renting Households ‹ Zillow Real...
Posted by Me on Facebook on April 01, 2015 at 08:17PM:
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America’s cities are experiencing a rental affordability crisis, as the share of income renters should expect to pay on rent each month continues to rise. A number of economic and societal forces have converged to push rent burdens toward historic levels in many of America’s urban areas, including:
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America’s cities are experiencing a rental affordability crisis, as the share of income renters should expect to pay on rent each month continues to rise. A number of economic and societal forces have converged to push rent burdens toward historic levels in many of America’s urban areas, including:
For US’s oldest brokerage, success is about ‘always looking forward’ | Inman
Posted by Me on Facebook on April 01, 2015 at 04:51PM:
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Stephen Baird, president and CEO of Baird & Warner Real Estate, which claims to be the oldest real estate brokerage in the U.S., hopes he can pass the firm on to the sixth Baird generation.
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Stephen Baird, president and CEO of Baird & Warner Real Estate, which claims to be the oldest real estate brokerage in the U.S., hopes he can pass the firm on to the sixth Baird generation.
Expect More of the Same From Case-Shiller in Feb. ‹ Zillow Real Estate Research
Posted by Me on Facebook on April 01, 2015 at 12:45PM:
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The January S&P/Case-Shiller (SPCS) data published yesterday showed healthy home price appreciation largely in line with prior months, with 4.5 percent annual growth in the U.S. National Index in January, down slightly from 4.6 percent annual growth in December.
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The January S&P/Case-Shiller (SPCS) data published yesterday showed healthy home price appreciation largely in line with prior months, with 4.5 percent annual growth in the U.S. National Index in January, down slightly from 4.6 percent annual growth in December.
MailChimp is an easy, fun way to build brand and sales with email | Inman
Posted by Me on Facebook on April 01, 2015 at 04:46AM:
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If you do any marketing at all, email needs to be a part of it. Despite what you may have heard or think you heard, email marketing is far from dead. In fact, it's become a must for consumer brands.
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If you do any marketing at all, email needs to be a part of it. Despite what you may have heard or think you heard, email marketing is far from dead. In fact, it's become a must for consumer brands.
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