Mortgage originations sink to 4-year low: New York Fed

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Mortgage originations sunk to a four-year low in 2018, according to the Federal Reserve Bank of New York’s quarterly household debt report released Tuesday. Continue reading →

Today’s Boomer Dress Code for Women: Subtle Style

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On the Lifetime reality show Married at First Sight, contestants trust Pepper Schwartz enough to allow her to choose a spouse for them. The noted sociologist, bestselling author and relationship expert has plenty of confidence about pairing strangers f… Continue reading →

The Social Security Fix That Could Help the Poorest Retirees

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Legislation wending its way through Congress and a recent Government Accountability Office report may lead the way to boosting Social Security benefits for America’s poorest retirees. The mechanism: adjusting the formula for Social Security’s annual Co… Continue reading →

Benefits of Pilates: Strength and Stability

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Tiza Riley’s client has spinal stenosis, severe osteoporosis and a rotator cuff injury that was never repaired. Still, at 82, her client has never felt better. She does Pilates (pronounced pih-LA-tays), the increasingly popular exercise system for wome… Continue reading →

The 5 V’s trending in 2019

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The rise and acceleration of artificial intelligence; real estate technology becoming faster, easier and more automated; and the strong emphasis on relationship-building are a few 2019 trends that were solidified at Inman Connect New York by a range of… Continue reading →

6 ICNY takeaways this KW broker took to heart

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Inman Connect New York 2019 left us with many lessons centered around the customer experience. From emotional intelligence and fiduciary responsibilities, to using tech in a way that enhances agent services instead of replacing them, here are six off-t… Continue reading →

The Real Word: Agents react to Gary Vaynerchuk’s comments

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Watch Byron Lazine and Nicole White give a real estate agent’s perspective on industry-related topics. This week, from Tom Ferry’s reaction to the Twittersphere’s, they talk out different perspectives on Gary Vaynerchuk’s interview.  Continue reading →

Redfin iBuyer offers usually rejected: Redfin chief executive

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Glenn Kelman said most who receive offers from his company’s iBuyer program reject those offers, but he argued that the program still helps sell houses. Continue reading →