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Origins: When a reverse mortgage saved a client from bankruptcy

Housing Wire

But when a prospective client reached out directly to Rodriguez who at this point was in his late 20s he enlisted his companys help in forging a partnership with then-ubiquitous reverse mortgage lender Financial Freedom. You never forget your first At that time in the early 2000s, Rodriguezs company did not offer reverse mortgages.

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To sue or not to sue: How buyer’s agents should prepare for commission disputes with clients

Housing Wire

Although some buy-side agents are weary of discussing their compensation with clients, industry leaders say that negotiating compensation is no different than any of the other negotiations agents regularly engage in. That client is then never going to refer friends to them, and they might even end up with some ugly Google reviews.”

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Amy Stockberger explores her brokerage’s quest for ’lifetime home support’

Housing Wire

For the amount of clients we were serving, we weren’t getting that repeat and referral business. Stockberger: We borrow from the Amazon model and seek sponsors for our client events. What are they doing for their clients outside of the transaction? What are the levels of care for clients for their whole human journey?

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Mortgage rates plummet and everything has suddenly changed — for now

Housing Wire

” For refi clients, he’s preaching patience. Patel is in conversation with existing clients who can save between 50 to 75 basis points. Is it right for the client?” “I hope this is not the case, but I advised my clients that this is the reason why I locked three loans today.” ” .

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What’s Driving Relocation Trends? 

Appraisal Buzz

According to a new survey from the National Association of Realtors (NAR), in 2024, Realtors indicated that their recent clients choose to move to a certain area mostly to acquire more home for the money (21%), and to be closer to family and friends (30%). While the U.S.

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Addressing the lack of understanding around reverse for purchase

Housing Wire

Our latest research report , developed in partnership with Longbridge Financial , equips you with the knowledge to navigate this growing market and serve your clients effectively. Debunk myths: We tackle common misconceptions surrounding reverse mortgages, empowering you to address client concerns and promote Reverse for Purchase confidently.

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Real estate Instagram accounts: 21 agents & influencers to follow right now

Housing Wire

From client quirks to open-house mishaps, his posts are so relatable that youll swear hes been shadowing your day-to-day. A post shared by The Agency (@theagencyre) Actionable Insights High-quality visuals can elevate your brand and attract more clients Showcase aspirational properties to capture the attention of luxury buyers 2.