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13 ways to find a home for your buyers in this tight market

Jan 31, 2024

If you currently have buyers but cannot land an escrow, writes team leader Carl Medford, consider stepping up your game to provide the highest level of service possible. It's time to start thinking outside the box.

Pocket listing suit against NAR ‘paused’ for settlement talks

Jan 30, 2024

NAR was dismissed without paying any money or making any rule changes, but The PLS says it can re-open the case if they don't come to a deal.

Shares in Mr. Cooper at all-time high as servicing portfolio hits $1T

Jan 30, 2024

Moody's upgrades credit rating of "powerhouse in mortgage servicing" as it restructures the debt it uses to fund growth by issuing $1 billion in unsecured notes at 7.125 percent.

Ylopo’s Raiya uses emerging voice mimicry to warm up your leads

Jan 30, 2024

Ylopo's use of AI to mimic human voices in multiple dialects and languages is being used to capture new business for real estate.

ICE signs Raymond James Bank to use Encompass mortgage platform

Jan 30, 2024

In announcing the second Encompass deal this month, ICE cites investments in mortgage technology and data that automate and accelerate the lending process from start to finish.

Sale-leaseback model is key to saving US homeownership: Study

Jan 30, 2024

Volatile interest rates have trapped over 9 million homeowners from accessing their home equity, with limited refinancing or loan options. The white paper proposes sale-leaseback, highlighting EasyKnock's Sell & Stay program as a flexible solution, while fintech leaders explore broader alternatives for equitable housing finance.

Does your ‘date-the-rate’ advice constitute deceptive advertising?

Jan 30, 2024

CEO and new Inman Contributor Jillayne Schlicke explains how common phrases around financing and interest rates can land you and your business in hot water.

Dave Umphress’ Flourish Real Estate Network leaves KW for Real

Jan 30, 2024

The $1 billion in career sales network, which Umphress first launched in 2012, operates in most major Colorado markets and Austin, but has goals of ultimately expanding nationwide. When Umphress first created the group, it was part of a Colorado Keller Williams franchise that he also owned.

Home price growth accelerated in November alongside high rates

Jan 30, 2024

Home prices increased 5.1 percent between November 2022 and November 2023, despite falling 0.2 percent from October.

Generation Jones is most likely to downsize next. Are you ready?

Jan 30, 2024

Senior clients are looking for the best service possible, writes Rachael Hite. The more personal and authentic you are, the more they will appreciate you.

Stopping fraud in its tracks: A wake-up call for agents

Jan 30, 2024

Every agent and brokerage nationwide needs to strengthen their defenses against fraudulent transactions, new Inman contributor Michelle Dubé writes. Enhance the scrutiny in your processes, familiarize yourself with potential warning signs, and tap into available support.

How Zvi Band is adding humanity to real estate technology

Jan 30, 2024

In his latest Snapshot profile, Brandon Doyle talks to Zvi Band about his startup journey and his latest CRM, Relatable.