Understanding OverlaysAn overlay is an additional qualifying requirement that enhances mortgage loan guidelines set forth by Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac. They're frequently used to provide stability for mortgage programs. Overlays also give lenders the ability to...
Real Estate Industry Language is Changing to Be More InclusiveAs times change, the language we use must change as well. The real estate industry is eliminating outdated phrases and replacing them with more inclusive and sensitive words. Here are a few terms to include...
Understanding OverlaysAn overlay is an additional qualifying requirement that enhances mortgage loan guidelines set forth by Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac. They're frequently used to provide stability for mortgage programs. Overlays also give lenders the ability to...
Four Tips for Taking Great Real Estate PhotosPhotos are a must-have for getting your listings noticed by potential buyers. Make your properties look the best they can with these tips:1Stage your photos properly.Stand next to a window and shoot into the room instead of...
Today's Market News:Federal Housing Finance Agency Sets Higher Conforming Loan LimitsConforming loan limits for mortgages backed by Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac will increase in most markets to $647,200 in 2022, up from $548,250 in 2021. The hike is in response to...
Today's Market News:Retirees Seeking a Change of SceneryAn increasing number of retired Americans are selling their homes and relocating to a different state. According to a new study, almost half of the people who moved after retiring in 2021 took up residence across...
Today's Market News:Housing Market Looks Promising in 2022Will the red-hot housing market cool in the coming year? Probably not, according to National Association of Realtors Chief Economist Lawrence Yun. Yun shared four reasons why he thinks another solid year lies...
Today's Market News:Generate More Listings in 2022Growing your real estate business is easier when you focus on listings, not buyers. Here are four strategies to grab more listings in the coming year:1 Cultivate your listFill your database with homeowners in your...
Today's Market News:Using Content to Connect on Social MediaSocial media marketing is a cost-effective way to build your network and reach more prospects -- but creating valuable content can be time-consuming. So how do you remain consistently engaged across your...
Today's Market News and Real Estate Agent Marketing: Use Video to Get More Eyes on Your ListingsTwo types of videos are most effective for boosting real estate sales: open house videos and listings videos. Why? Because both show buyers exactly what's available,...
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