Initiative to boost homeownership among Native Americans debuts
CBC Mortgage Agency, a tribally owned housing finance agency, and the National Urban Indian Family Coalition (NUIFC) are teaming up to offer homebuyer workshops
by Andrea V. Brambila Jan 14
Don't ignore renter leads! 6 steps for turning them into homebuyers
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
by Bernice Ross Nov 11
These 5 marketing campaigns are tailored for today's market
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
by Bernice Ross Sep 30
New federal legislation aims to help buyers save for down payments
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
by Marian McPherson Aug 27
NAR releases 5-point plan to bolster homeownership amid pandemic
The National Association of Realtors' plan calls for expanding down payment assistance programs, improving FHA loans and alternative credit scoring models
by Marian McPherson Jun 18
Helping first-time buyers? Learn about down payment assistance
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
by Bernice Ross Jun 10
3 tips for avoiding surprises during the homebuying process
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
by Troy Palmquist Apr 23
32% of first-time buyers get financial help from a relative or friend: NAR
Limited income was the most cited factor holding back non-homeowners from saving, according to a new survey released Thursday by the National Association of Realtors
by Andrea V. Brambila Apr 17
Down payment assistance tool offers buyer leads to loan officers
Subscribers can use an eligibility lookup feature to match clients with programs and compare up to 4 programs at once
by Andrea V. Brambila Feb 19
5 apps that will help agents avoid becoming obsolete
Drew Uher, CEO of agent matching company HomeLight, suggests 5 must-have 'apps' agents should offer consumers in their 'app store'
by Andrea V. Brambila Jan 31
Economic uncertainty pushing millennials toward renting
Stagnant wage growth, rising home prices and memories of the last recession are keeping millennials on the sidelines
by Marian McPherson Nov 19
46% of homeowners say rising home prices have made life worse
A survey by Redfin found that Americans are stressed about home affordability and want the government to step in
by Marian McPherson Oct 22
How millennials can achieve their homeownership dreams in 4 steps
It's not all about giving up coffee and avocado toast -- three experts share how millennials need to tackle down payments
by Marian McPherson Aug 24
17% of millennials expect Mom and Dad's help on a down payment
A third of millennials expect to receive $1,000 or less in assistance from their parents — a small dent considering rapidly rising costs
by Marian McPherson Mar 15
Down Payment Resource bolsters agent lead gen tool
Merging Down Payment Connect with Facebook ads can give agents an edge with first-time homebuyers