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As recession looms, consumers see tide turning in favor of homebuyers

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Fannie Mae finds 81 percent of Americans think the economy is on the wrong track, but the share of consumers who think it’s a good time to buy ticked up in June. Continue reading →

June jobs report reveals impact of layoffs on real estate industry

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Fears of impending recession and a slew of prominent layoff announcements put only a moderate damper on real estate hiring last month, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Continue reading →

3 trends poised to disrupt the real estate landscape

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Emerging trends in real estate can sometimes be difficult to understand. Expert Sundance “Monty” Brennan explains why he thinks these 3 disruptors should be on your radar in the months to come as the market continues to shift Continue reading →

Sprout Mortgage is 2nd non-QM lender to implode in as many weeks

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Failures raise questions about the viability of a small but growing corner of the mortgage business that largely serves self-employed borrowers. Continue reading →

Homebuyers can start loan apps with Google or Facebook credentials

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Floify claims it’s the first first major mortgage point-of-sale software provider to offer Single Sign-On (SSO) capabilities. Continue reading →

Forget what you know about retirees. Here’s what they’re looking for now

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Do you think working with newly retired homebuyers is challenging? Expert Luke Babich offers some insights on how to practice patience when working with this generation to find their dream home. Continue reading →

Mortgage rates easing on recession fears, but homebuyers not biting

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Although fears of a recession are bringing mortgage rates down, would-be homebuyers aren’t rushing to apply for loans, according to a weekly survey of lenders. Continue reading →

How do you see the buyer’s agent lawsuits shaking out? Pulse

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This week, we’re asking for your views on the bombshell buyer’s agent lawsuits. Is it something to fear or much ado about nothing? Continue reading →

Frustrated with inventory? 5 tips for getting creative

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Working in a low inventory market can be frustrating for all parties involved. Broker Julie Bubsy offers advice on how to create inventory for your clients when there is seemingly nothing there. Continue reading →