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2023 Newsletters
September 2023
- West Virginia Tops as Most Affordable State for Homeownership
- Navigating Housing Market Highs and Hopes for Fall
- Homebuyers Are Still More Active Than Normal
- Why Finance’s Expanding Role Is Good News For Growth-Focused Businesses
- Here’s What the Future of the American House Looks Like
- Opportunity Zones Rebound Nationwide in Q2
- With The Right Tools, Construction Loan Opportunities Can Blossom
- Home Purchase Mortgage Applications Remained Resilient in July
- A Simple Playbook to Improve Your Leadership
- What Vacation? The Challenge of Finding a Work-Life Balance in the Industry
- How to Build Unstoppable Collaboration in Your Team
- New Market High: Home Values Rose in 68 of Top 100 Cities
- Housing Market Forecast for the Rest of 2023
- Experience the Beauty of Fall in West Virginia: Cozy Cabin Getaways Await
August 2023
- Two West Virginia Metros Named Housing ‘Hidden Gems
- F.A.S.T. – Fast Action Stops Theft
- Make Your Office More Eco-Friendly—and Save Money
- Here’s What the Future of the American House Looks Like
- Navigating the Wild, Wild West of Digital Closing Providers
- Economist: Mortgage Rates Matter Less Than You Think
- FHA and VA Purchase Apps on the Rise
- ‘Take One Risk a Day’: 3 CEOs on How to Succeed at Work
- How Streamlining Meetings Boosts Employees’ Strength and Productivity
- How to Deal With Frustrating Coworkers When Working Remotely
- Eastern and Midwestern Growth Spurs Q2 Migration Trends
- Contract Signings Slow, But Buyer Demand Is Still High
- Measuring the Resiliency of the U.S. Housing Market
- Get a True Taste of ‘Almost Heaven’ Along This Memorable Route
July 2023
- New Study Reveals West Virginia as One of the Cheapest States to Buy a House
- Why the Median Home Price is Meaningless in Today’s Market
- Home Builder Confidence Shifts Into Positive Territory
- Building in the Same Old Ways Won’t End the Housing Crisis. We Need Innovation to Boost Productivity
- Building the Office of the Future
- Innovation in Real Estate: Focusing on Real-Life Solutions
- Measuring the Success of Borrower Assistance Programs
- Federal Reserve: No Rise in Interest Rates This Month
- How Pet-Friendly Pros Are Targeting Animal Lovers
- Brush Up on Mortgage Products That Help Buyers Save
- 7 Surefire Ways to Find a Work-Life Balance This Summer
- Homebuyers Remain Motivated Despite Challenging Market Conditions
- Existing-Home Sales Edged Higher by 0.2% in May
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The Fed’s Inflation-Fighting Tactic Was Effective in Cooling the Housing Market. What Now?
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15 Best Airbnbs in West Virginia
June 2023
- Success Stories – People Who Bought a House After Years of Renting
- ALTA, More Than 100 Groups Send Letter of Support for SECURE to Senators
- A Mountain Biking Movement: West Virginia’s Best Trails
- The Mortgage That Will Pay to Make Your Home More Climate Friendly
- How Common is Common Sense in AI, and Why Should We Care?
- Integrated Channels: The Next Frontier Beyond Omnichannel Distribution
- MLOs Will Add Value by Coaching the Borrower
- Homebuyers Feel More Confident in Their Ability to Purchase Homes
- How to Become a Trusted Advisor to Clients and Drive Faster Decision-Making
- Create an Inspiring Mission, Vision & Values Statement for Your Business
- How to Evolve Your Organization’s Culture Without Losing Its Essence
- ‘Glass Half-Full, Half-Empty’: Examining April Existing-Home Sales
- Millennial Homeowners Tapping Into Home Equity
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Younger House-Hunters Remain Confident in a Predominantly Seller’s Market
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Getting the Most Out of Your Email Marketing
May 2023
- Spring Adventure in Almost Heaven
- Strategies Available For First-Time Homebuyers
- Seller Imposter Fraud is S.I.M.P.L.E. (Seller’s Identity Must Precede Literally Everything)
- 7 Innovative Ways to Invest in Real Estate in 2023
- Green Buildings: 18 Examples of Sustainable Architecture Around the World
- Top 5 Tech Trends Transforming Real Estate In 2023
- Millennials: Getting Into Houses Earlier Than Their Parents
- Industry Response to CFPB/DOJ Statement on Appraisal Bias
- 22 Must-Read Real Estate Blogs That Will Make You a Better Agent
- How Leaders and Their Teams Flourish Through Continuing Education
- How to Become a Successful Real Estate Agent (6 Simple Strategies)
- 2 West Virginia Metros Named Housing ‘Hidden Gems’
- Bidding Wars Heating Up For Starter Homes
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Nearly Half of Home Sellers Are Making Concessions to Woo Buyers
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Where to Post Your Videos on Social For Maximum Exposure
April 2023
- Governor Signs Largest Tax Cut in West Virginia History Into Law
- Celebrate Earth Day in West Virginia
- White House to Make Significant Investment in Nation’s Housing
- Digital Marketing Opportunities for Real Estate Professionals Continue to Evolve
- They Never Used to Cook. Now Wealthy Homeowners Want Two Kitchens
- In WV, a Push to Rebuild Economy from the ‘Ground Up’
- Is This Spring the Make-or-Break Moment for 2023’s Housing Market?
- Tips for Success With Self-Employed Borrowers
- Single-Family Permits Up Over 7% From January
- 13 Key Components of Fantastic Team Communication
- 10 Easy Ways to Be a Better Networker
- Essential Work-Life Balance Tips For Overworked Real Estate Agents
- US Housing Market Gains Momentum as Loan Applications Jump Amid First Drop in Mortgage Rates in 5 Weeks
- The Best Time to Sell in 2023
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Housing Market Predictions and Strategies
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The Return to Handwritten Notes in Real Estate
March 2023
- Trailblazing West Virginia Women
- First-Time Homebuyer Programs in West Virginia
- 2023 Real Estate Trends: What You Need to Know
- Federal Panel Says Agencies Need to Focus on Harmonizing Cyber Regulations
- Equifax Endorses Expanded Mortgage Credit Reports
- Federal Measures to End the Homeless Crisis
- Lock-In Effect Keeping Homeowners in Place
- Average Monthly Mortgage Payments Near $2,000
- Mortgage Lending Slumps Again in Q4
- The Importance of Supporting Mental Health in the Workplace
- 17 Best Time Management Tools you Need to Check Out
- Artificial Intelligence – What Every Real Estate Broker and Agent Should Know
- What the Housing Market Will Look Like by the End of Summer, According to Experts
- Zillow: Experts Say Home Prices Will Grow Steadily Starting in ‘24
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Study: Some Home Sellers Regret Pricing Homes Too Low
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Adding Facebook Ads to Your Social Media Advertising
February 2023
- Celebrating Influential Black West Virginians
- Home Sellers are Making Big Profits
- Additional Resources for Abuse Victims
- New Generations of Home Tech Combine Style and Substance
- Wire Fraud Advisory: Vacant Property Fraud
- HUD Announces Communities Will Receive Grants to Address Homelessness
- Average Mortgage Rate Moves Closer to 6%
- Mortgage Applications Make Big Move
- Americans are Moving Less, and it’s a Long-Term Trend
- ALTA Best Practices: Review of Changes and Impact on Your Operation
- 5 Mortgage Bank Marketing Strategies
- This is How Managers Can Create High-Performing Teams
- US Housing Market Shows Early Signs of Recovery as Demand Rises
- Home Sellers Coming Off the Sidelines
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21 Real Estate Wins in Government Spending Package
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February Social Media Trends and Tips
January 2023
- All Cash Buyers Reappear After Pandemic
- 2023 First-Time Homebuyer Programs and Grants
- Returning to a More Balanced Market?
- How the Cloud Accelerates Mortgage Innovation
- Home Title Theft: How Homeowners Can Protect Themselves
- How Cryptocurrency Will Impact Real Estate Financing
- Rate Drops Fuel Uptick in House Hunting
- Mortgage Rates End Slightly Lower After Starting Out Slightly Higher
- Straight Talk on Sales Success
- 39 Winning Quotes to Shift Your Mindset & Grow Your Business in 2023
- 2022 Recap: Buzzwords That Sell Homes Faster
- Redfin: Homes Linger on Market as Buyers Take Their Time
- Backyards the Most Sought-After Home Feature
- Price Drops Bringing Buyers Back to the Market