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Liam Neeson Starring in an Australian Real Estate Listing Video
The Oscar-nominated actor spoofed his iconic role in the thriller “Taken.” Continue Reading Liam Neeson Starring in an Australian Real Estate Listing Video
Texas-Based MLS to Enable Non-Realtor Access
NAR did not immediately comment on Unlock MLS’ announcement. Continue Reading Texas-Based MLS to Enable Non-Realtor Access
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Kaplan Launches Buyer Agency Professional Designation
The BAP designation requires an eight-hour live online course. Continue Reading Kaplan Launches Buyer Agency Professional Designation
RESAAS’ Coming Soon Listings to be Published on Zillow’s Site
“Coming Soon listings represent the most recent and sought-after listings in the real estate industry,” said Tom Rossiter, CEO of RESAAS. Continue Reading RESAAS’ Coming Soon Listings to be Published on Zillow’s Site
NAREB Seeks to Prepare Members for Changes to Real Estate Commissions
“NAREB recognizes that this settlement, if approved by the judge, will bring dramatic changes to our industry,” said Dr. Courtney Johnson Rose, the organization’s president. Continue Reading NAREB Seeks to Prepare Members for Changes to Real Estate Commissions
What Real Estate Investors Need to Know About the 2% Rule
Source: Yahoo! --- There are several metrics you can use to evaluate whether a rental property investment has potential, including the 2% rule. The 2% rule in real estate dictates that a property’s rental income should be at least 2% of the purchase price....
The Difference Between a 3% and 7% Mortgage Rate: $1,000 Per Month
Source: NAHB --- As the Federal Reserve continues to fight inflation, mortgage rates increased rapidly in 2022, starting the year at 3% and rising above 7% before dropping back to roughly 6.5% at the end of the year. How do rapidly rising mortgage rates affect housing...
Questions to ask a Realtor before selling
Source: Bankrate --- The red-hot housing market is starting to cool, with sales volume — and list prices — following suit. Still, with the help of an experienced Realtor, there may be time to cash in on your home. But with so many real estate agents to choose from,...
What Are Real Estate Comps?
Source: Forbes --- Buying a home is an all-encompassing process. It’s like a part-time job that requires hours of research, work and money. The last thing you want to do is pay more than you need to for a home. And that’s where real estate comps come up. You can use...
What are mortgage origination fees?
Source: Fortune --- For most prospective home buyers, obtaining a mortgage is an essential part of the home buying process. And getting quotes from multiple lenders in order to ensure you secure the most competitive and affordable mortgage possible is nearly as...
Divvy Homes review
Source: Bankrate --- If you dream of owning your own home but aren’t quite ready for a mortgage, Divvy could be an ideal option. The company’s rent-to-own business model aims to make homeownership more accessible to individuals with past financial challenges or...
LandOnEarth Uses ATTOM to Help Buyers Define the Criteria for Their Dream Homes
Source: ATTOM --- For most buyers, finding properties that satisfy both their wants and needs is no small feat. Luckily a new real estate platform, LandOnEarth, promises to make the home-search process much easier, bringing personalized home matches to buyers rather...
Succession planning for multifamily property owners
Source: JP Morgan --- Transitioning ownership of a commercial real estate organization can be a complex process. If you want to build a sustainable business that runs smoothly after you step down, it’s imperative you put time and effort into planning and executing...
Can The Grounds Real Estate Development AG’s (ETR:AMMN) ROE Continue To Surpass The Industry Average?
Source: Yahoo! --- While some investors are already well versed in financial metrics (hat tip), this article is for those who would like to learn about Return On Equity (ROE) and why it is important. To keep the lesson grounded in practicality, we'll use ROE to better...
Meta updates property listing policy, riling agents
Source: The Real Deal --- Facebook Marketplace is becoming a less friendly hunting ground for real estate agents selling properties via social media. Facebook’s parent company, Meta, announced late last month a policy change to the social media site’s virtual selling...
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