By NICOLE MURRAY They’re cute and lovable, but having pets or children means additional wear and tear on a property. And that can impact its resale value. As far as which is worse, the answer is pretty consistent across the board with multiple industry professionals. “I find pets have a bigger impact on everything,” said…
By NICOLE MURRAY Renovations may be timely and expensive, but the right project can increase the value of a home immensely. While do-it-yourself projects can be beneficial, this piece will solely focus on renovations large enough that they typically require the homeowner to take out a loan to complete. The Mortgage Note spoke with various…
By NICOLE MURRAY The $418 million settlement that has rocked the real estate industry since the National Association of Realtors announced it will remain a hot topic as the impact of the agreement plays out. NAR’s Chief Economist Lawrence Yun even went so far as to predict the effects of the settlement will continue to…
The $418 million settlement that has rocked the real estate industry since it was announced by the National Association of Realtors continues to be a hot topic, and as the dust begins to settle, industry professionals are creating a strategy for what to do once the changes go into effect. Writer Nicole Murray sat down…
By NICOLE MURRAY The National Association of Realtors agreed to a settlement in March that is expected to permanently shift the real estate industry. Buyers will be expected to enter into written compensation agreements with their real estate agents and it will be optional for sellers to pay for the buyer’s agent commission. In addition,…
By NICOLE MURRAY People who make their living helping homebuyers and sellers have spent the last two weeks figuring out what the $418 million settlement deal announced by the National Association of Realtors means for them and their clients. If approved by a judge, under the settlement buyers will be expected to enter into written…
By NICOLE MURRAY A number of real estate industry professionals experienced a painfully slow 2023 and it is predicted this trend will continue in 2024. With high interest rates and low inventory expected, people are encouraged to use this year to prepare for an explosive 2025. The Mortgage Note spoke with industry professionals to see…
By NICOLE MURRAY The holiday season can be a tricky time of year in the real estate industry. For many agents, business slows down because people generally don’t want to sell, buy, or move during peak celebrations. But whether it be a new job or a life update, buying and selling during the holiday…
By NICOLE MURRAY The goal with any holiday marketing plan is to create connections and remain top of mind with the hopes of gaining future business, but how can professionals do that during one of the most chaotic times of the year? Industry leaders say it’s important to start by realizing that one of the…
By NICOLE MURRAY The joy and satisfaction of buying a home has been diminished because of remorse for many Americans. Experts say it doesn’t have to be this way. Due to bidding wars, rising interest rates, and a scarcity of options, in recent years homebuyers put themselves under pressure to make quick decisions about the…
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