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Sharing a bit of good news for our industry:

✅ Mortgage rates tumbled to a 15-month low this week

✅ Average interest rate on a 30-year, fixed-rate mortgage fell to 6.47%, down from 6.96% this time last year

✅ Refinancing applications jumped 16% last week
Three-quarters of all current mortgage-holders have interest rates below 5%, and more than half are paying less than 4%

We have our next Coffee with the Underwriter scheduled for Wednesday, August 14th at 9:30am EST/ 8:30am CST. This webinar has been approved for 1 CE/CLE (General) credit.

I hope you can join us for this informative webinar on “Putting together the foreclosure puzzle for title insurance”.

Let’s talk listing agreements! Join Juana Watkins and the Florida Realtors legal team on Monday, August 5th at 2:00 p.m. for a discussion on the amended Exclusive Right of Sale Listing Agreement. This FREE webinar will prepare you to do business in a post-NAR settlement world.

Economic Forecast Series featuring Odeta Kushi webinar recording

First American Financial Corp.’s Odeta Kushi provides her expert insights on data related to the housing industry. She shares her analysis of the latest economic trends and what this could mean for your business.

Watch today to learn more about:

National macroeconomic trends
Housing inventory
Affordable and multi-family housing
The Federal Reserve and the trajectory of interest rates
Homebuyer demographics
And more...
Don’t miss this opportunity to hear the latest insights on the housing market.

Thank you to SoftPro for sponsoring this complimentary webinar series.

Real Estate Coaching Radio by Tim and Julie Harris

Why you should listen: Tim and Julie Harris, experienced real estate coaches, provide practical advice, coaching, and training for real estate agents. Tune in for actionable tips on lead generation, marketing, negotiation, and more to help you achieve success in the industry.

Join us for a one-hour webinar!

Tuesday, July 16, 2024 | 12:00 p.m. or 2:00 p.m. (ET)

For CE/CLE Credit

Understanding the Foreign Investment in Real Property Tax Act of 1980 (FIRPTA) is crucial for every real estate professional. FIRPTA imposes tax withholding obligations on buyers and sellers of U.S. Real Property interests, and non-compliance can lead to severe consequences. This webinar will simplify FIRPTA for you and help you avoid its pitfalls.

In this webinar, you will learn:

- Calculating the required tax withholding
- Exemptions and exceptions to FIRPTA withholding
- Consequences of FIRPTA non-compliance
- Proper record-keeping for FIRPTA transactions
- Calculating the required tax withholding

Please send us a DM to get a registration link 🔗

I am excited to announce our next webinar, which has been approved for 1 CE/CLE (Ethics and General) credit. To register, please send us a message and we would be happy to see you there!

Cyber-crime is at an all-time high, and real estate wire fraud is a fast-growing threat. In FL Title and Escrow Co we use Safe Validation Service for all outbound wires so we can safely:

- Authenticate payee wire instructions against bank records.
- Validate lender payoff instructions against extensive proprietary database.
- Safeguard against funds being sent to a fraudulent bank account.

Contact us to learn more about the SAFEvalidation service and join us for the webinar to see how we combat wire fraud, protect our clients’ funds and our agency against reputational harm and financial liability. Please send a message to register for a class today!

Join First American Title for an exclusive webinar, “Sun, Sand and Reels: Your Summer Social Media Success,” where we’ll dive into the art and science of creating captivating Instagram Reels. In this dynamic webinar, our expert panelist, Jaime Blanke from Aquagem Media Group will guide you through the essentials of crafting Instagram Reels that stand out, attract followers, and drive meaningful interactions. Whether you’re a seasoned content creator or just dipping your toes into the world of social media marketing, this webinar promises invaluable insights to help you make a splash this summer. Key topics to be covered include: Understanding the Power of Instagram Reels: Unlock the potential of this dynamic format to enhance your brand’s visibility and engagement. Crafting Compelling Content: Learn the art of storytelling and visual creativity to capture your audience’s attention from the very first frame. Mastering Reel Features and Tools: Explore the latest features, effects, and editing tools to add flair and personality to your Reels. Maximizing Reach and Engagement: Discover strategies for optimizing your Reels to reach a wider audience and spark meaningful interactions. Don’t miss this opportunity to elevate your social media game and make this summer your most successful yet! Thursday, June 27th 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM EDT 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM CDT 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM MDT 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM PDT

A Step-by-Step Video Marketing Plan to Build Brand Identity and Beat Your Competition- Tom Ferry – DM for a link!

Why you should watch: In this episode of the Tom Ferry Podcast Experience, Tom Ferry discusses the importance of video marketing for real estate agents. He emphasizes that video marketing is the easiest and fastest way to stand out in the competitive real estate industry. Tom shares a game-changing video strategy that will help real estate agents outperform their competitors, disruptors, and discounters. By adopting this strategy, agents can position themselves better in the market and effectively communicate their value to potential clients.

What’s happening with housing costs in Miami and Broward? Here’s a look at the numbers:

Housing costs are rising in South Florida. Here’s a breakdown of costs and sales in South Florida:

MEDIAN SALES PRICE OF A SINGLE-FAMILY HOME: Miami-Dade County: $654,000 Broward County: $635,000

MEDIAN SALES PRICE OF A CONDO: Miami-Dade: $444,000 Broward: $282,500

TOTAL HOME SALES IN MAY: Miami-Dade: 2,342 home sales, up 5.4% from a year ago. Broward: 2,538 home sales, up 6.1 from a year ago.

CASH DEALS IN SOUTH FLORIDA: Miami-Dade: 40.3% of closed deals Broward: 41.5% of closed deals National average: 28%

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Tomorrow: How to Fortify Your Business with People, Processes, and Technology

The large amounts of money and nonpublic information (NPI) exchanged during the average real estate transaction make them a prime target for cyber attacks. As advancements in technology make bad actors all the more effective in committing cybercrime, title & escrow companies must implement robust security protocols to fortify their defenses.

Join Alex Hamlin, Qualia’s Head of Information Security, William Gordon, Spire Abstract’s CFOO, and Mellissa Mesina-Rowe, Westcor’s CISO, as they discuss the latest cyber threats and key steps title & escrow companies can take to safeguard their organization.

Congrats! Statistics shows gradual growth in home sales in 2024 🥳

Join us for the webinar - please dm for a link 🔗

Recently attended a very informative webinar on May 9th. Join us again for webinar, next time! Please dm for links👌