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Sifting through the never ending sea of real estate tech offerings can be exhausting, not to mention overwhelming. Consider this your go-to guide for cutting through the noise and choosing the platforms and tools that will serve you best in 2022 and beyond
Zillow’s move into the down payment assistance space will be a boon to buyers struggling to save for a house. The benefits assistance can bring to homeowners are huge. The question is whether you will you seize this opportunity to grow your business
The Seattle-based home portal has added a new listing feature that connects a buyer with details about down-payment programs in their area
At the National Association of Realtors' national conference on Friday, NAR Chief Economist Lawrence Yun shared promising insights about 2022
Hundreds of millions of dollars in down payment assistance is available nationwide, according to CRMLS and DPR
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What we really need is more housing — especially affordable housing. Prices are still going up, and soon, there won’t be any houses priced low enough to be affordable for people who are within the income limits that qualify them for financial help
Hispanic and Black Americans who buy lower-priced homes than white Americans can also lead to further wealth gaps, according to a study by the National Association of Realtors
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For some homebuyers, down payment assistance can prove to be a game-changer. Here's why, at the very least, real estate agents should familiarize themselves with affordable financing options for purchasing a home
CBC Mortgage Agency, a tribally owned housing finance agency, and the National Urban Indian Family Coalition (NUIFC) are teaming up to offer homebuyer workshops
Helping renters become homeowners is about mindset — both yours and your clients'. Here's how to evaluate the renter leads you receive and convert them into homeowners when their lease expires
With the last quarter approaching, agents should strive to finish 2020 strong and step into the next year on the right foot. In other words, now's a great time to implement these marketing campaigns and generate new income streams for your business
Similar to a 529 Plan, the American Dream Down Payment Act would help homebuyers save 20% for a down payment in a state-managed savings account
The National Association of Realtors' plan calls for expanding down payment assistance programs, improving FHA loans and alternative credit scoring models
Don't let the lack of a down payment hold your first-time buyers back. As an agent, you can help them overcome this hurdle by utilizing down payment assistance programs
During these unprecedented times, it's important for agents to do everything they can to protect themselves and their buyers from unwanted surprises. Here are a few things you can do