Some novel ideas to generate leads include integrating QR codes and chatbots into social media to provide potential buyers and sellers with immediate responses.
Fannie Mae said a $2,500 credit will help very low-income borrowers with down payment and closing costs.
Florida is outperforming U.S. in job and income growth and population migration, two economic experts said.
Sales on new construction single-family homes increased 8% in December and 4.4% year over year across the U.S. In the South, new home sales increased by 5.2%.
Proptech (real estate technology and innovation) investments and business opportunities will grow in 2024, and there’s plenty of room for entrepreneurs to take part.
New mortgage applications increased by 3.7% from the previous week, the Mortgage Bankers Association said.
New residents continue to flock to southwest Florida, as Lee County prepares to hit the one million mark by 2030. Local leaders are looking for solutions.
The number of U.S. homeowners in forbearance plans dropped in December to 115,000 from 130,000 the previous month, the Mortgage Bankers Association said.
2024 RE Trends panel: Helping new retirees and relocating workers find affordable housing while feeling a sense of belonging and community is vital to Fla.’s future.
“Overall, we expect 2024 to be a better year than 2023 for homebuyer affordability and the mortgage industry,” Fannie Mae’s chief economist said.
