Real Estate

What Are Seller Concessions in Real Estate?

Daily Real Estate News - Thu, 2024-01-04 15:47

When buying or selling a home, you must remember various financial considerations. One such aspect is seller credits, which can play a significant role in real estate transactions. Seller credits, or concessions, are essential for buyers and sellers to understand. They are financial incentives homesellers offer buyers as part of the closing process. We will…

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Happy Halloween? Mortgage Rates Average 6.66%

Nar Daily News Magazine - Thu, 2022-10-06 01:00

Home buyers have lost about $107,000 in buying power since the beginning of the year—and that’s what’s truly scary.

NAR’s 2022 Good Neighbors: A Passion for Giving That Outlasted a Pandemic

Nar Daily News Magazine - Thu, 2022-10-06 01:00

Meet the five REALTORS® who were named this year’s winners, and learn how they went above and beyond for their communities in a dark time.

New Wire Fraud Scheme Exploits Virtual Meetings

Nar Daily News Magazine - Wed, 2022-10-05 01:00

Hackers can infiltrate online meeting platforms, posing as a legitimate party to a real estate transaction, and give your clients fraudulent wire instructions. Learn how to spot them.

Renovation Startup Revive Wins iOi Pitch Battle

Nar Daily News Magazine - Fri, 2022-09-30 01:00

The company, which enables home sellers to update their property with no upfront costs, was crowned at NAR’s annual technology conference.

Mortgage Rates Inch Closer to 7%

Nar Daily News Magazine - Thu, 2022-09-29 01:00

Buyers would be smart to shop around: The large dispersion in rate offerings among lenders could amount to several hundreds of dollars, Freddie Mac says.

FHA Moves to Include On-Time Rental Payments for First-Time Buyers

Nar Daily News Magazine - Wed, 2022-09-28 01:00

“If you’re regularly paying your rent on time, that’s a good indication you will also pay your mortgage on time,” says the Federal Housing commissioner.

NAR: ‘Decade-High Rates Deeply Cut Into Contract Signings’

Nar Daily News Magazine - Wed, 2022-09-28 01:00

Pending home sales are posting annual losses in the double-digits as home buyers continue to back away from the market due to surging mortgage rates.

Mortgage Rates Jump Even Higher After Fed Hike

Nar Daily News Magazine - Thu, 2022-09-22 01:00

The monthly mortgage payment on a $400,000 loan is about $2,470 compared to $1,660 a year ago, according to NAR.

NAR Helps White House Brainstorm Inventory Solutions

Nar Daily News Magazine - Thu, 2022-09-22 01:00

Leslie Rouda Smith, the association’s president, joins administration officials and other housing leaders to discuss a comprehensive plan to address shortages.

Existing-Home Sales Slip Again, Yun Blames Mortgage Rates

Nar Daily News Magazine - Wed, 2022-09-21 01:00

Still, homeowners are faring well, with property prices surging despite a pullback in buyer demand, says NAR’s chief economist.

Housing Starts Rebound, Builders Aim to Win Buyers Back

Nar Daily News Magazine - Wed, 2022-09-21 01:00

Despite an unexpected jump in new construction in September, demand for new homes is falling due to high prices and mortgage rates. Builders are lowering their asks to boost buyer traffic.

NAR Mentorship Program Helps Agents Discover New Niches

Nar Daily News Magazine - Fri, 2022-09-16 01:00

NAR Spire pairs real estate pros in underserved areas with experienced practitioners to help them find new business opportunities.

Mortgage Rates Top 6% for First Time Since 2008

Nar Daily News Magazine - Fri, 2022-09-16 01:00

Monthly mortgage payments are 60% higher than a year ago, according to NAR. Buyers can save by shopping around for different types of loans.

REALTORS® Are Donating More Money, Time to Charity

Nar Daily News Magazine - Thu, 2022-09-15 01:00

Real estate professionals are deepening their involvement in giving back to the communities, according to a new NAR report.

12 Tech Startups Vying for Glory in the Real Estate Space

Nar Daily News Magazine - Wed, 2022-09-14 01:00

At NAR’s iOi Summit this month, the annual Pitch Battle will aim to identify the next great innovation to help your business flourish.

Experts: Buyers Should Shop Around for a Mortgage as Rates Rise

Nar Daily News Magazine - Thu, 2022-09-08 01:00

Borrowers stand to save thousands by gathering multiple quotes from lenders.

Background, Credit Checks Are Fertile Ground for Lawsuits

Nar Daily News Magazine - Wed, 2022-09-07 01:00

Property managers and other real estate professionals must follow these steps to stay in compliance with federal and state consumer data regulations.

Mortgage Rates Rise Again, Nearing Affordability Threshold

Nar Daily News Magazine - Thu, 2022-09-01 01:00

If borrowing costs get just a little higher, the average household may be blocked from homeownership, warns an NAR economist.

10 REALTORS® You Should Want to Emulate

Nar Daily News Magazine - Thu, 2022-09-01 01:00

How this year’s finalists for NAR’s Good Neighbor Awards have accomplished extraordinary feats to improve their communities through volunteerism.