Appraisal Buzz

MARCH 10, 2025

They are being marketed via four pools: three Standard Pool Offerings (SPO) and one Extended Timeline Pool Offering (EXPO), which targets participation by smaller investors, including non-profits and Minority, Women, Disabled, LGBTQ+, Veteran or Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Businesses (MWDOBs).

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Housing Wire

APRIL 14, 2022

What happens when the Federal Reserve begins pulling back in a serious way from the mortgage-backed securities (MBS) market that it has helped to prop up through billions of dollars in bond purchases since the start of the pandemic in 2020 — to the point where it now holds a $2.7 You don’t know what investor demand is going to be.

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Housing Wire

OCTOBER 9, 2024

We’re excited to bring this technology to real estate professionals as part of Zillow’s broad suite of software and advertising solutions,” Zillow wrote in a blog post on its investor site. However, according to the company’s blog post, Zillow is also working to integrate the technology into Zillow Listing Showcase.

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Housing Wire

JANUARY 24, 2024

Government-sponsored enterprises (GSEs) Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac announced this week the release of their “Mission Index,” updating or expanding their single-family social bond framework to better communicate the goals of the index to stakeholders and investors. The GSEs issued separate announcements and a joint statement.

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Housing Wire

MARCH 1, 2023

Issuance of agency mortgage-backed securities (MBS) is projected to contract significantly over the next two years in the face of a housing-market contraction, but the actual supply of MBS available for purchase in the private market is expected to swell to record levels over that period. to 4.75% range, up from 0.25% a year ago.

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Housing Wire

NOVEMBER 22, 2021

As I wrote in my blog in 2020: “The rule of thumb I am using for 2021 is that existing home sales if they’re doing good, should be trending between 5,840,000-6,200,000. Then when you add move-up, move-down, cash, and investor buyers together, we should be able to always have total home sales — both new and existing — at 6.2

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Cleveland Appraisal Blog

NOVEMBER 3, 2022

Most appraisers are experiencing a significant slowdown in mortgage lending work due to rapidly increasing mortgage rates which are slowing down the housing market. Investors who need a value of a home before and after the proposed repairs are made, sometimes use appraisers. START A BLOG. Starting a blog is not difficult.

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The Robert Weiler Company

OCTOBER 13, 2021

Every year, new commercial real estate investment blogs and podcasts are started and books published. Whether you are a seasoned commercial real estate investor or just entering the game, it’s important to have “go-to” resources to support – or strengthen – your growth in the industry. The Robert Weiler Company Blog.

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Housing Wire

JUNE 7, 2024

Creating a real estate marketing plan can be harder than it sounds. If your marketing isn’t aligned with your niche, personal brand, and skills, you’ll waste time, money and effort pursuing it. Finally, I’ll wrap up with the three marketing tools every agent needs to hit the ground running in 2024.

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Housing Wire

APRIL 8, 2022

In time, markets always find balance and balance is a good thing. One of the reasons that I moved into the “team higher mortgage rate” camp is that what I saw in January, February, and March of this year was so unhealthy that I labeled the housing market savagely unhealthy. No, it can’t. We had a credit boom.

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Sacramento Appraisal Blog

JANUARY 4, 2024

What’s the housing market going to do in 2024? UPCOMING (PUBLIC) SPEAKING GIGS: 01/12/24 Prime Real Estate (private event (I think)) 01/17/24 Gateway Event (private) 01/30/24 Joel Wright & Mike Gobbi Event 9am (on Zoom here) 2/09/24 […] The post Real estate trends to watch in 2024 first appeared on Sacramento Appraisal Blog.

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Housing Wire

DECEMBER 8, 2022

HW Media , publisher of HousingWire , RealTrends and Reverse Mortgage Daily , announced today that it has closed on the strategic acquisition of Altos Research , the premier resource for real-time real estate data, providing weekly market statistics, analysis and reporting for 99% of the zip codes in the U.S.

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Housing Wire

OCTOBER 25, 2023

Long known for its salaried compensation for agents, Redfin is trying a new pay model in two of the nation’s largest housing markets to help boost its market share. The firm had hinted at some possible changes during its second quarter 2023 earnings call with investors in early August. “We

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Housing Wire

DECEMBER 13, 2024

The Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA) this week published a proposal for Ginnie Mae to develop a new mortgage securitization product that could boost the availability of private capital liquidity sources into the market, particularly in periods of stress for the U.S. could serve as a logistical template for such a product.

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Cleveland Appraisal Blog

NOVEMBER 11, 2021

One big one is their Zestimate’s inaccuracy at predicting market value, and more specifically, they were relying on their own Zestimates to make important decisions like buying & selling homes. They are excellent at marketing. Just think how much more difficult it would have been to flip in a declining market.”

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Genworth MI Blog

MARCH 20, 2025

This article, from our own David Foster , Enacts Senior Real Estate Appraiser, will examine how these environmental changes could impact real estate markets and appraisals, particularly in coastal and mountainous regions. Coastal concerns: the Florida and Outer Banks experience In Florida, rising sea levels may affect coastal markets.

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Cleveland Appraisal Blog

NOVEMBER 14, 2022

Cleveland Appraisal Blog shares some tips. Networking with potential investors will help you establish valuable relationships. Invest in marketing. You’ll need to market your development once it is complete. And thank you for reading another article from the Cleveland Appraisal Blog! Hire the right team.

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Housing Wire

APRIL 22, 2024

I can also provide expert advice about renovations and the potential return on investment — where to get the biggest bang for your buck — or simply answer any questions you have about the market. You’ll want to include the list price, sale price, and days on market. Call or text me with any real estate questions!

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Housing Wire

MARCH 21, 2024

(FICO), the company that retains the rights to the mortgage market’s adopted methodology to measure consumer credit risk. ” Hawley said that credit report “cost increases will be borne by homebuyers who are already facing the worst housing market in the country’s history.” ”

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Appraisal Today

DECEMBER 6, 2024

Newz: GSE New Market Conditions Policy, State Board Complaints, Waivers December 6, 2024 Whats in This Newsletter (In Order, Scroll Down) LIA ad– Navigating Value Revisions in Appraisals Market Trends and Market Conditions Adjustments. I am so glad I have not done any GSE appraisals since 2008! I comply with USPAP.

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Miller Samuel

FEBRUARY 12, 2019

Over the years, I have bantered with the Espinal Adler Team (Marie Espinal and Jeff Adler) at Douglas Elliman Real Estate about the market which has been invaluable for on the ground intel. I hope you find that this apple was fully peeled: Jonathan Miller’s Market Outlook. And, in-turn, when the market falls, it will fall forever.

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Appraisal Buzz

JULY 25, 2024

BLOG VIEW: To help provide needed liquidity, many lenders sell mortgage loans to government sponsored enterprises (GSEs) or other investors to boost capital and balance portfolio risk. Lenders can retain the servicing of loans sold on the secondary market to enhance revenue.

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Chicagoland Appraisal Blog

NOVEMBER 8, 2021

It’s a common question that comes up and with the real estate market skyrocketing, thought I’d answer the question once and for all. It’s difficult to disagree with this characterization based on the data in this blog post. From my earlier blog on how accurate is a Zestimate vs a Home Appraisal?

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Housing Wire

JUNE 12, 2024

These organizations advocate for state-level policies that directly impact your market , offer resources and educational opportunities, and organize local learning and networking events. ALTA awards it to title insurance agents, real estate settlement professionals and attorneys who’ve demonstrated a career-long commitment to excellence.

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Cleveland Appraisal Blog

JUNE 25, 2021

What is the primary reason a newly built home has a higher market value than the same home that is older? Another functional issue might be a home that utilizes a heating system that is not adequate to properly heat a home, or a heat source that the market views as being adequate or desirable, and therefore will pay less for.

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The Robert Weiler Company

NOVEMBER 9, 2021

And, if you have a real estate investor in your life, the gift-finding pursuit can be quite a challenge. Investors are often adventurous, organized, go-getters, and have an entrepreneurial spirit. Give the mundane gift basket to your favorite corner shop, and instead, find gifts best-suited for property investors. Holding a 4.4

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Housing Wire

JANUARY 27, 2022

And it’s not likely to reverse course any time soon, predict market observers, such Brian Lan dy , managing director of Amherst Pierpont Securities. You just need to find a particular investor that agrees with that and is willing to pay a little bit extra,” Landy said. “So, That cap was set at $1.5

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DW Slater Company

JUNE 16, 2022

Well, the market in North Texas is still very hot. Not braking just easing off the pedal as there are some current issues that are impacting the markets. What’s Been Driving Our Markets? In our markets, very low supply has been coupled with very high demand which has been the catalyst for the home price appreciation.

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Cleveland Appraisal Blog

AUGUST 11, 2022

In addition, selling as-is is the norm in some real estate markets. Real estate investors also prefer homes that require repairs because they can renovate the property themselves and flip it afterward. Although you probably won’t be able to sell your home at its actual market value, you will also save a lot of time and money.

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The Robert Weiler Company

NOVEMBER 4, 2021

And, if you have a real estate investor in your life, the gift-finding pursuit can be quite a challenge. Luckily, your serendipitous muses at The Robert Weiler Company are here to offer some awesome, functional, and fun gift ideas for your favorite real estate investor – whether they’re into homes, buildings, or anything in between!

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Cleveland Appraisal Blog

FEBRUARY 17, 2021

If a home needs major repairs, clearly this can have a negative impact on market value. Therefore, if a home is in need of some major repairs, it may be worth having an appraisal completed to see if the market value of the home is lower than the assessed value. Interestingly, it is back on the market. www.anchor.fm/cash-appraiserstats.com.

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Housing Wire

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

In the ever-competitive real estate market, creating a consistent flow of real estate buyer leads is strategy for success. But beyond first-timers, we’ll show you how to attract real estate buyers of all kinds through a multi-tiered marketing approach that boosts both your visibility and credibility with potential buyers.

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Cleveland Appraisal Blog

MARCH 18, 2021

This area has suffered economically for many years, though market conditions are improving. By the way, I did apply market adjustments in my report to reflect this. The property had been purchased for a price in the mid 50’s by an investor, two months prior to my appraisal. The driveway was still in poor condition.

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The Robert Weiler Company

MARCH 28, 2021

First, as a prospective investor interested in the mixed-use real estate development concept, you must understand the requirements of these unique community environments and the people inhabiting these structures. Mixed-use real estate investors and developers incur far less risk due to the high demand and diversity of space.

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Housing Wire

OCTOBER 20, 2023

From upgrading your real estate website with eye-catching and functional marketing tools, to harnessing AI and a few other unconventional tactics, this guide explains the best lead generation ideas for real estate agents. Ahead, we’ll go over some traditional and more innovative marketing tactics.

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Appraisal Buzz

AUGUST 19, 2024

Central, was developed for those dealing with distressed assets, and will dissect the current landscape of the market. The Five Star Conference is pleased to welcome Daren Blomquist , VP of Market Economics for Auction.com; and Molly Boesel , Principal Economist for CoreLogic as speakers for this discussion.

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The Robert Weiler Company

JULY 18, 2021

With the warmth of the summer season on everybody’s mind, it’s natural for investors, especially those in commercial real estate, to divert their attention to new opportunities. Spring brings tax season, a time when investors assess their current holdings and plan for the future. Doing so will help you become more knowledgeable.

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