With multiple offers being the order of the day, buyers are overbidding to outgun their competitors. What happens if an appraisal comes back low? Here are a few important steps to take before writing an over-asking offer
by Carl Medford Mar 23
This week, our readers share some of the biggest financing challenges clients are facing in today's market. From saving for a down payment to competing with cash offers, here's what prospective buyers are struggling with most
by Inman Mar 23
In the early 2000s, Trump made a short-lived foray into the world of residential and commercial lending. The housing bubble ultimately doomed the venture, and its legacy was a long-running lawsuit
by Jim Dalrymple II Mar 22
Homeward provides the buying power of a cash purchase to noncash homebuyers, allowing for more competitive offers and a better chance at winning in a multiple-offer situation
by Christy Murdock Mar 22
Just like the rest of real estate, the title industry is embracing technology and its many benefits. When partnering with a title company, be sure to understand how it deploys technology in its systems — and how that tech can be used to help create the best service for you and your clients
by Tom Huddleston Mar 18
This week, we want to ask our readers about the common obstacles — complications, misunderstandings and mistakes — that clients often face as they navigate the mortgage process? How did you help overcome them?
by Inman Mar 17
Mortgage experts Ann Thompson and Christian Wallace share how the pandemic changed the mortgage market and what it means for today's consumers at Connect Now
by Marian McPherson Mar 16
This week, our readers share how they're educating their clients about one of the most important facets of the homebuying process — financing the biggest purchase of their lives
by Inman Mar 16
This new multiparty solution represents a significant step toward the total digital deal
by Craig C. Rowe Mar 15
Customers of Landing appreciate the ability to move as desired, to try on new cities and forge ahead as fully entrenched members of America's remote work generation
by Craig C. Rowe Mar 15
To stand out, create fresh, creative and engaging content on social media. This will help you grow your following and gain your clients' trust. Here are some ideas
by Jimmy Burgess Mar 14
Digital mortgage startup Better.com has pledged to hire Google Career Certificate graduates by 2024 as part of the company's aggressive growth strategy
by Marian McPherson Mar 12
Opinion
By joining a team, new agents can fast-track their success with established models, systems, coaching, training, lead opportunities, a supportive culture, and growth potential
by Adam Hergenrother Mar 11
Opendoor’s record-low selling costs dropped from 3% to 2.1%, which is likely the result of Opendoor continuing to push down buyer's agent commissions offered on its houses
by Mike DelPrete Mar 10
Climbing mortgage rates have slowed demand for refinance applications, while purchase applications remain strong moving into spring, according to Mortgage Bankers Association
by Lillian Dickerson Mar 10
When it comes to working with buyers, objections are buying signs. Your role is to uncover their concerns, address them and move your clients forward in making the purchase. Here are a few important scripts to keep handy
by Bernice Ross Mar 10