Housing Wire

DECEMBER 12, 2024

Many in the real estate industry are looking at 2025 as a year to get back to the basics of the business, but Side is taking it one step further. And this focus just happened to coincide with everything going on at the National Association of Realtors and the lawsuits. We are really trying to enhance the experience of our partners.

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Housing Wire

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Nearly three quarters of recent American home sellers said in a Clever survey that using a traditional real estate agent is the best way to sell. Not only is this method popular, but it’s also well-regarded; 76% of sellers who worked with an agent felt their services were worth the cost.

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Housing Wire

DECEMBER 5, 2024

As Compass looks ahead to 2025, Golod said the housing industry should expect to see more M&A action out of the largest firm in the country by sales volume. While expansion and growth are clearly on the horizon for Compass in 2025, Golod said it will look different this time around than it did in Compass early days. Golod said.

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Housing Wire

OCTOBER 2, 2024

Top Agent Network (TAN) is not backing down in its antitrust lawsuit against the National Association of Realtors (NAR). NAR is the only defendant in the newest version after the plaintiff filed a voluntary dismissal of the San Francisco Association of Realtors , which was originally named as one of the defendants.

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Appraisal Buzz

DECEMBER 19, 2024

The National Association of Realtors reports that existing-home sales increased in November. Lisa Sturtevant, Chief Economist for Bright MLS, revealed her thoughts on the Existing Home Sales report: The National Association of Realtors reported this morning that existing home sales were at a seasonally-adjusted rate of 4.15

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Housing Wire

NOVEMBER 21, 2024

Held live from the National Association of Realtors ‘ (NAR) NXT Conference in Boston, the conversation covers broker leadership tips, the value of designations and certifications, and educational resources for real estate agents. We’re trying to say that buyers and sellers, in my opinion, are willing to pay you.

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Housing Wire

OCTOBER 1, 2024

The role and value of real estate agents has come under scrutiny since the National Association of Realtors (NAR) settled a bevy of antitrust lawsuits related to offers of agent compensation on Realtor-owned multiple listing services (MLSs). But Rayse also plans integration for seller agents sometime in 2025.

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Housing Wire

MAY 14, 2024

The respondents included 420 people who bought a home in 2023 or 2024, and another 500 who plan to do so in 2024 or 2025. “We People who are planning to buy a home by the end of 2025 expect to pay $483,490 on average, but 52% of those who have purchased since the start of 2023 have spent more than $500,000.

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Appraisal Buzz

OCTOBER 30, 2024

The National Association of REALTORS (NAR) reports that pending home sales increased in September. Jones explained that pending home sales, also known as contract signings, measure the first official stage of a home sale transaction—when a buyer and seller have reached an agreement on terms and price. September saw a 7.4%

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Housing Wire

DECEMBER 4, 2024

The past year may have been a turbulent one for HomeServices of America , but according to executive vice president Chris Kelly, this just means the company is in an even better position heading into 2025. We are not going not going to head into 2025 in a full market recovery. It makes working with our team so much better,” he said.

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Housing Wire

MARCH 8, 2024

The mailers are titled “Notice of Proposed Settlements” and they began hitting the mailboxes of home sellers in mid-February. million and that funds will be only distributed to “qualifying settlement class members who submit an approved claim form,” which much be submitted by May 9, 2025. What do the postcards say? she asked. “It

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Appraisal Buzz

DECEMBER 30, 2024

A new report from the National Association of Realtors (NAR) has found that pending home sales gained 2.2% Furthermore, buyers are in a better position to negotiate as the market shifts away from a sellers market. The South and West are leading the annual rebound in contract signings, aligning with our Top Market expectations for 2025.

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Housing Wire

SEPTEMBER 5, 2024

This dovetails with recent pending sales data from the National Association of Realtors. The widely anticipated Fed rate cut has already ushered in lower mortgage rates, but it seems that some buyers and sellers are waiting for additional declines,“ Realtor.com chief economist Danielle Hale said in a statement. “As

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Housing Wire

JULY 31, 2024

The brokerage claimed on its second-quarter 2024 earnings call that it’s experiencing virtually no changes in commissions despite the $418 million settlement agreed to by the National Association of Realtors (NAR) following a string of lawsuits related to buyer commission rules. “It

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Housing Wire

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

The National Association of Realtors (NAR) and the real estate industry at large have something to be thankful for this Thanksgiving. As of last week, nearly 500,000 people had submitted claims to be part of the settlement, but eligible home sellers have until May 2025 to file a claim. Judge Stephen Bough of the U.S.

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Housing Wire

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

The anticipation of lower mortgage rates has frozen many buyers who think they can get a better deal if they wait a few months, not to mention sellers who are loath to give up mortgages in the 3% range. New listings have stalled as a result of rising inventory. Property taxes are another factor that is slowing things down.

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Housing Wire

MAY 8, 2024

Lastly, Reffkin noted that since the Sitzer/Burnett jury verdict and the announcement of the National Association of Realtors’ nationwide commission lawsuit settlement agreement in March, the industry has not seen any rapid changes in consumer behavior. “We million to 5.6 million homes in 2026,” Reffkin said.

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Appraisal Buzz

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

District Court for the Western District of Missouri has granted final approval of the National Association of Realtors (NAR) proposed settlement agreement to resolve class action claims related to broker commissions. NAR membership dues for 2025 will remain unchanged from 2024.

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Appraisal Buzz

SEPTEMBER 19, 2024

While supply has inched up in some parts of the country, August experienced a decline in existing-home sales, according to the National Association of REALTORS (NAR). However, in areas where supply remains limited, like many markets in the Northeast, sellers still appear to hold the upper hand.” regions reported declines.

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Housing Wire

DECEMBER 20, 2023

” Lawrence Yun, chief economist for the National Association of Realtors High mortgage rates depress not only homebuyer demand but home sellers’ willingness to put their homes on the market: “High mortgage rates are the main reason for the low level of sales. by the end of the year. in the first half of next year.

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Housing Wire

APRIL 11, 2022

The National Association of Realtors provides a monthly snapshot of inventory with its existing home sales report. Yes, I know home sellers will pull back with higher rates, but you can see the issue with the existing home sales marketplace that doesn’t exist with the new home sales market. million to 1.93

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Housing Wire

DECEMBER 6, 2024

Building on existing relationships is the quickest and easiest way to keep your pipeline filled with active buyers and sellers, so you dont have to worry about dry spells. Your newsletter content should be a mix market updates, buyer and seller advice, community news and events, and storytelling.

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Housing Wire

OCTOBER 30, 2024

Reffkin believes the Make Me Sell program, which will fully launch in all markets in 2025, will help consumers by creating the potential for more inventory. While Reffkin’s vision for Compass may seem simple, there is one slight roadblock: the National Association of Realtors’ Clear Cooperation Policy (CCP).

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Lamacchia Realty

NOVEMBER 8, 2024

Kevin Sears Installed as 2025 President of The National Association of REALTORS® November 7, 2024 – At the annual National Association of REALTORS® Conference Governance Meeting , held at the Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, Kevin Sears was installed as the 2025 President of The National Association of REALTORS®.

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Housing Wire

MARCH 29, 2022

The National Association of Realtors provides a monthly snapshot of inventory with its existing home sales report. Yes, I know home sellers will pull back with higher rates, but you can see the issue with the existing home sales marketplace that doesn’t exist with the new home sales market. million to 1.93

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Lamacchia Realty

OCTOBER 18, 2024

Lisa Hayford Named the 2025 President-Elect of the Board of the North Shore REALTORS® Association October 18th, 2024 – Last night at the North Shore REALTORS® Association’s Annual Meeting, Awards, and Installation event, Lamacchia Realty’s own Lisa Hayford was named the President-Elect of the Board.

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Housing Wire

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

If an uptick in housing inventory and more favorable interest rates materialize in 2025, you’ll still need to find creative ways to generate buzz for your listings and expand your client network. The median dollar value spent using a staging service was $600, compared to $400 when the sellers’ agent personally staged the home.

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Housing Wire

JANUARY 21, 2025

After 29 years and thousands of listing presentations, I have found that sellers, more than ever, want an agent who has solid negotiation chops and who is willing to use them on their behalf. In most cases, a buyer wants to get a fair deal on a house that the seller wants to sell at a fair price. I calmly reply, I understand.

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Lamacchia Realty

JANUARY 10, 2025

Kevin Sears Ranks on the Swanepoel Power 200 for 2025 In recent news, Kevin Sears , 2025 NAR President and Associate Broker of Lamacchia Realty Springfield/Sears Real Estate, was ranked on the T3 Sixty Swanepoel Power 200 List for 2025. Lamacchia Realtys mission is to guide REALTORS, employees, and clients to their success.

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Housing Wire

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

HousingWire real estate reporter Jeff Andrews sat down with Serhant to talk about the show, how it changed his life and the brokerage, and what he sees coming in the industry following the commision settlement by the National Association of Realtors (NAR). My plan is to open 10 markets between now and the end of 2025.

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Lamacchia Realty

JANUARY 16, 2025

Lamacchia Realty Announces Top Producing REALTORS by Transactions for 2024 Lamacchia Realty, Inc. has released their Top Producing REALTORS, for all of 2024! This program recognizes the Top 10 REALTORS out of the over 700 agents in Lamacchia Realty with the highest transaction numbers for the year!

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Lamacchia Realty

DECEMBER 11, 2024

Lamacchia Realty's Top Producing REALTORS for November 2024! has released its Top Producing REALTORS, for November 2024! This program recognizes the Top 10 REALTORS company-wide and the Top 3 or 5 REALTORS by office with the highest transaction numbers or sales for the month! Lamacchia Realty, Inc.

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Lamacchia Realty

OCTOBER 29, 2024

Maribeth has long been one of the top REALTORS® in Shrewsbury so entering the market with her is so exciting. With over three decades of experience in the field, she is one of the region’s top-producing REALTORS® and is deeply entrenched in the communities she serves. I am happy that day is finally here.

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Lamacchia Realty

DECEMBER 23, 2024

As a Seniors Real Estate Specialist, she skillfully navigates the unique challenges faced by homebuyers, sellers, and renters over 50 years old. A lifelong resident of Cape Cod, Kerrys deep local knowledge and unwavering commitment to exceptional service make her a standout REALTOR in the area.

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Will Springer Realtor

OCTOBER 15, 2024

Consumers considering a change of address are holding out amid forecasts for lower mortgage interest rates in 2025. Further down the funnel are more engaged consumers applying for mortgages, followed by buyers and sellers reaching mutual agreement on a deal, and then happy homeowners moving in at the end of the funnel. The broad U.S.

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Will Springer Realtor

APRIL 9, 2024

However, we are missing the typical boost of sellers. Sellers are wisely taking advantage of a market with limited competition, as many households sit on low-interest mortgages from the thick of the pandemic. Mortgage rates continue to be the focus of both sellers and buyers, waiting for something to give. in Snohomish, 4.6%

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Will Springer Realtor

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

Take a look at this chart from Freddie Mac, courtesy of the National Association of Realtors®: It shows the average mortgage interest rate between 1971 and mid-2024 to be 7.74%. Experts believe we are finally there and borrowing costs will come down quite soon and continue through 2025. Consider what you wish for, however.

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