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The opportunity cost of modern-day redlining

Housing Wire

Modern-day redlining persists, and it’s costing lenders millions in legal fees. By shifting to a modern mindset and making diversity central to all lending initiatives, lenders can build strategies that are inherently anti-redlining. Last October, Ameris Bank had to pay $9 million to settle a redlining case. Create internal alignment.

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14 Best Commercial Real Estate Investment Blogs, Books & Podcasts

The Robert Weiler Company

Every year, new commercial real estate investment blogs and podcasts are started and books published. As a top commercial real estate company in Columbus, Ohio , our expert CRE team frequently reviews various CRE blogs, books, and podcasts to ensure we stay at the top of our game. READ: 5 “Must Read” Books for CRE Investors.

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Geographic “Data” Competency?

Appraisal Buzz

I recall receiving MLS books once a month and being thrilled that a whole new population of sales were available to be considered within the pages of each book. By the time I got the new book, the sales were already a bit dated, and since they were only closed sales – they had actually sold a few weeks to months prior.

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Existing home sales data shows extent of housing inflation

Housing Wire

A traditional primary resident seller is also a buyer, which means if they don’t list, they’re not just taking a potential home to be bought off the table — they’re taking a future sale off the books as well. Total Inventory data fell in this report from 1.31 million to 1.28 million this year: Savage, man, purely savage.

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homegenius Real Estate’s geniusprice allows agents to conduct pricing estimates in as little as five minutes

Housing Wire

So much has evolved in the real estate process – agents and brokers no longer flip through the pages of MLS books, thumb through a Rolodex or fill out carbon copy contracts with their clients.

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Who Moved My Appraisal Cheese?

Appraisal Buzz

If you have ever read or heard about the book titled “Who Moved My Cheese,” you may know the story about the four characters in the book and what the cheese refers to. Two of the characters in the book, Scurry and Sniff, are willing to do whatever it takes to find the cheese. They are the most vocal amongst us appraisers.

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2024 Summer Reading List

Appraisal Buzz

Whether you’re running from one job to the next, taking a well-deserved break, or simply looking to expand your industry knowledge, a great book can be your perfect companion. This book addresses common challenges and provides over 400 creative prompts to inspire the most productive use of these tools.

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