In the past couple of years, we worked through a global pandemic and saw interest rates drop to historic lows. Today, housing prices have skyrocketed, inflation is the highest it’s been in 40 years and interest rates continue to trend upwards. To say the future is uncertain, at this point, is an understatement. During these […]
Read moreMarch 23, 2022
St. Patrick’s Day was mostly mask-free this year as things continue to normalize in the U.S. 🍀 It’s said that leprechaun’s pot of gold has a coin for each year of its life. Recent flight-to-safety trading and inflation in the markets values that pot-o-gold at ~$2 million. 🌈 This week’s edition has rate hike info, homebuilder feelings and […]
Read moreMarch 21, 2022
Behind every good business is a strong business model. And behind every strong business model is constant reviewing, revising, updating, testing and more revising. If you’re consistently revisiting your business plan and making small tweaks, you’re doing the right thing. If you haven’t reviewed it in quite some time, it’s time to plan for an […]
Read moreMarch 16, 2022
$2.1 trillion over one decade. … That’s not Aaron Rodgers’ new contract. That’s how much housing wealth middle-income households have gained in that time! This week’s edition includes insight into the new-construction purchase market, a big week in the economic calendar and consumer sentiment toward home prices. Fuel Up! 🚀 Biz Buzz Job openings remain […]
Read moreMarch 14, 2022
While much of the success of your business comes from getting clients through your door, it also hinges on recruiting top-tier talent, networking with other industry professionals and keeping your skills sharp and in tune with what’s happening in the market. Social media can help with all of that – but you need to be […]
Read moreMarch 09, 2022
NASCAR champion Tony Stewart listed his Indiana mansion for $30M this week. Race on over before someone else crosses the finish line – this property will go fast! This week’s edition includes younger home buyer demographic trends and how you can help buyers young and old save on their purchase loan. Fuel Up! 🚀 Biz […]
Read moreMarch 05, 2022
Today’s nonstop mortgage technology advancements have many loan officers wondering if they will soon be replaced by software. But that’s not going to happen. Although digital technology can take care of repetitive tasks like data entry, and clients are loving the idea of handling a lot of the mortgage process online, people have the most […]
Read moreMarch 02, 2022
This week’s edition has record home price growth, record cash-out interest and tips to scale your business. Fuel Up! 🚀 Biz Buzz Home prices post biggest calendar year of growth than in the 34 years of the Case-Shiller national home price index, at 18.8%. FHFA’s report showed similar growth and highlighted Arizona, Utah and Idaho […]
Read moreFebruary 26, 2022
Hard work pays off and we love rewarding partners who have achieved success due to a high level of performance. Among the many ways we celebrate partners, there’s the Pinnacle badge, an exclusive program available to all who, through hard work, meet certain criteria. How To Become A Pinnacle Partner To be in and stay […]
Read moreFebruary 23, 2022
The Rams got the job done last week, enjoyed a nice parade in LA, and now are back to work for the ’22 season. This week’s edition has cash-out, crosswords and purchase-market training. Fuel Up! 🚀 Redfin takes a tailspin down 17%, expecting Q1 losses bigger than 2021 losses. Their iBuying unit made $4 million […]
Read moreFebruary 19, 2022