Monthly Archives: March 2021

RE/MAX exec on shifting market: ‘Have a savings account’

By Patrick Kearns | March 25, 2021 - 8:56 pm |March 25, 2021 Uncategorized

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Chief Customer Officer Nick Bailey also warned agents that there are no “get rich quick schemes” in real estate at the company’s R4 event. Continue reading →

BoomTown acquires Brokermint to create a full ‘lead-to-close solution’

By Lillian Dickerson | March 25, 2021 - 8:26 pm |March 25, 2021 Uncategorized

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BoomTown touted that the acquisition would allow it to become one of the only “integrated, end-to-end solutions addressing every aspect of the real estate transaction.” Continue reading →

A look inside the most expensive home for sale in Texas

By Veronika Bondarenko | March 25, 2021 - 8:20 pm |March 25, 2021 Uncategorized

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Living up to old adage of everything’s bigger in Texas, a $34.5 million, 17,405-square-foot mansion in Houston has become the most expensive single-family home for sale in the Lone Star State. Continue reading →

HomeServices of America once again tops Real Trends 500

By Jim Dalrymple II | March 25, 2021 - 6:47 pm |March 25, 2021 Uncategorized

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The Berkshire Hathaway company had the most transaction sides in 2020, though Realogy Brokerage Group did the most volume. Several newer, tech-focused companies also had good showings. Continue reading →

Up, up and away: Mortgage rates continue upward tick

By Patrick Kearns | March 25, 2021 - 4:33 pm |March 25, 2021 Uncategorized

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The average for a 30-year fixed rate mortgage hit 3.17 percent this week, the highest level since June, according to data released Thursday by Freddie Mac. Continue reading →

Notarize raises $130M after year of huge growth

By Patrick Kearns | March 25, 2021 - 2:29 pm |March 25, 2021 Uncategorized

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Over the past 12 months, revenue from the company’s remote online notarization platform has grown 600 percent. Continue reading →

What Can Florida Teach the Nation About Personal Finances?

By Colby Guy | March 25, 2021 - 12:00 pm |March 25, 2021 Uncategorized

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A new poll shows Floridians are confident about a COVID rebound – and they’re saving money now in anticipation. Continue reading →

Knock Home Swap moves into the Twin Cities and Nashville

By Lillian Dickerson | March 25, 2021 - 10:00 am |March 25, 2021 Uncategorized

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The expansion into the new markets will bring Knock’s total market count to 27. Continue reading →

8 trending amenities that luxury buyers want in 2021

By James Harris | March 25, 2021 - 9:00 am |March 25, 2021 Uncategorized

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The home has become the center of the universe for many of us during the pandemic. In 2021, buyers are seeking unique amenities that make living and working from home exciting and comfortable. Here are a few. Continue reading →

Expanding to new territory? 8 ways to maintain your brand

By Rainy Hake Austin | March 25, 2021 - 9:00 am |March 25, 2021 Uncategorized

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Having a clear plan and a strong voice are important aspects to expansion, but you also need to be responsive to the needs of your new target demographic. Continue reading →