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Mortgage fraud grows as home prices and demand increase

Instances of mortgage fraud risk grew 12.4 percent since last year, according to CoreLogic’s Mortgage Application Fraud Risk Index. Approximately one in 109 applications, or 0.92 percent, of all mortgage applications contained indications of fraud. This is up from

The real estate sign — now redesigned with modern tech

Traditionally, “for sale” signs have been the most visible indicator that a home is on the market. But as the real estate industry continues to use technology to improve productivity in the digital age, some view the “for sale”

Smart home technology is the new standard

In today’s digital age, novel inventions that once seemed like an unrealistic dream such as self-driving cars and virtual reality have become an integral part of everyday life. Just as Tesla is revolutionizing the automobile industry, smart homes are

Survey: Agents talk real estate technology

Read more from our Tech Issue Cover story: Starting a tech revolution in real estate Smart home technology is the new standard Wire transfer fraud: What agents can do to prevent it The real estate sign: Now redesigned with

The dos and don’ts of staging a luxury home

No matter what price range your home is in, vacant homes should be properly staged in order to cater to the price point, target market and style of the home. Krisztina Bell, a professional home stager with No Vacancy

How the luxury market is shifting across the country

Millennials have begun to monopolize the home-owning population, and as a result, cities across the country are transforming into some of the hottest luxury markets for the first time. The Institute for Luxury Home Marketing just released their latest

Survey: Agents share their experiences with housing discrimination

Read more from our Fair Housing Issue Cover story: The Fair Housing Act at 50 Analysis of mortgage denials reveals racial ‘continued disparities’ What might be threatening the Fair Housing Act? 5 tips for Realtors working with senior homeowners

Analysis of mortgage denials reveals racial ‘continued disparities’

As the United States marks the 50th anniversary this month of the passage of the Fair Housing Act, reports reveal that racial inequalities still nag the real estate industry. A recent Zillow analysis of data made available by the

Survey: Agents share their experience in selling luxury homes
3 misconceptions about jumbo loans for luxury homes

Luxury homes may have high-end finishes, exclusive addresses and big price tags, but obtaining a loan to buy one isn’t much different than for that of a standard home. In fact, Maryruth Ryan, senior mortgage sales manager of TD

Survey: Agents sound off on new construction
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6 new residential developments rising in Boston area

Boulevard. From developer New Boston Ventures, Boulevard, on the Rose Kennedy Greenway in downtown Boston, was topped off on Feb. 13. The 36-unit condo development is set to be delivered in August. Boston Mayor Martin J. Walsh was in attendance

Residents find a balance at cohousing developments

Imagine a world in which your next-door neighbor not only is your best friend but de facto babysitter, your go-to source for borrowing eggs or cups of sugar and dinner companion when you’re home alone. Seems like a fantasy

It’s all about the connection: How top producers use social media to connect with clients

Social media is a great tool for professionals: it’s not just for your Uncle Don to share his quiz results or your college roommate to post pictures of her fancy dinners. Top producers use these tools to engage with

Survey: What does it mean to be a top producer?
Agents share their goals for 2018

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