News this week of interest to homebuyers, home sellers, and the home-curious: Appraisals are being blamed for holding back home sales. Meanwhile, the shadow inventory of homes is shrinking and the number of foreclosures continues to fall.
News this week of interest to homebuyers, home sellers, and the home-curious: Foreclosures are down 24 percent, home prices are up 4.6 percent, and real estate portal Redfin takes a swipe at rivals Trulia and Zillow. Also: Luxury properties find a home in The Wall Street Journal, and Inman News explains the current mortage situation.
News this week for homebuyers, home sellers, and the home-curious include a variety of announcements from Fannie Mae: The housing recovery continues to pick up steam, short-sale rules will be streamlined, and mortgage qualification standards will be tightened. Elsewhere: further proof that it pays to have a real estate professional on your side, and advice for real estate investors.
Memo to the 1,400 real estate professionals attending Inman News’ Real Estate Connect: Welcome to San Francisco! Along with your busy conference schedule, you’ll want to get out and enjoy our City by the Bay. We can help!
A lot has been written in recent years on brand building. Beyond the ad campaigns, blogs and news headlines, there have been some great examples recently proving how authenticity—in saying what you will do, and doing what you said—can build market strength and client loyalty. Apple is a prime example. So is the Four Seasons. …
