Freddie and Fannie’s appraisal-free mortgages to slash closing times
Mortgage Guarantor's use of AVMs will be Boon to Buyers, Gut-punch to Appraisers When real estate broker Hank Miller explains the mortgage process to buyers, he gives it to them straight. “It’s going to be the biggest pain in the ...
6 Trends that will ‘Reshape’ the Homeownership Journey
Research from a financial services company digs into the factors shaping the future Key Takeaways Millennials are typically marrying and having kids later in life -- after securing a college degree. Stagnant income growth and lingering concerns from the recession ...
Real Estate Referral Fees: The Good, the Bad and the Ugly
The Common Business Arrangement could be Improved with Transparency Key Takeaways Helping a homeseller find the perfect agent adds value to the transaction. Consumers have a right to know if their agent is paying a referral fee and whether a ...
Making an Offer: 5 Mistakes to Avoid
In competitive housing markets across the country, making an offer that sticks has become increasingly difficult. Ensure your client doesn’t make the process even tougher by succumbing to one of these common mistakes. Click here to find out what ...
Is Trump’s tax plan good for homeowners? Nope, says NAR
The country's largest trade association released a statement that said the tax plan would hurt homeownership Key Takeaways "By doubling the standard deduction and repealing the state and local tax deduction the plan would effectively nullify the current tax benefits ...
The real estate transaction in 181 steps: What Your REALTOR does for you
Article Date: March 24, 2017 By Marilyn Lusher Sponsored by: Eastern Connecticut Association of REALTORS Surveys show that many homeowners and homebuyers are not aware of the true value a REALTOR® provides during the course of a real estate transaction. The list ...
Real Estate This Spring: The Early Bird Wins
Entering real estate’s traditionally busiest time of year, the housing market is being buoyed by a stronger economy and consumer confidence. Job creation is 30 percent stronger this year compared to a year ago, unemployment is near a 9-year low, ...
When it comes to a wall-mounted television…does it stay or does it go?
The process of buying a home is a case study in the art of negotiation. Everything — from the purchase price to occupancy dates to the inclusion of appliances to “repairs” of issues raised during an inspection — are subjected ...
How Trump’s Presidency Could Impact Real Estate
How will the real estate market be impacted by Donald Trump’s victory and Republicans controlling both chambers of Congress? Though Mr. Trump is a real estate man, his policy platform has been largely vague on real estate proposals. Read more... ...