Real Estate Market Update Dec 19, 2023: RATE CUTS, Texas Lawsuit, RFK Housing Fix & 5 Marketing Tips
The Texas Real Estate & Finance Podcast with Mike Mills · Mike Mills
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Show Notes
In this episode of the Texas Real Estate and Finance Podcast, host Mike Mills discusses the current state of the Texas housing market, including predictions for 2024 and the impact of a recent lawsuit against the National Association of Realtors. He also shares insights from economist Lawrence Yun and independent Robert F. Kennedy's plans for affordable housing. Mills provides marketing tips for real estate agents, emphasizing the importance of local YouTube content, hosting open houses, and networking with retiring agents. He concludes by encouraging listeners to take action and tune in next week for more updates.
- Real estate market update for Texas in December 2023
- Federal Reserve's decision on rates and its impact on the real estate industry
- Predictions for top real estate markets in Texas in 2024
- Lawsuit filed against NAR and MLS in Texas
- Insights on fixing housing affordability from Robert F. Kennedy
- Top five real estate marketing ideas for 2024
- Housing inventory and home sales volume predictions for the upcoming year
- Lawsuits filed against realtors and their potential impact
- Addition of Robert F. Kennedy as an independent candidate and his affordable housing plans
- Tips for real estate agents to succeed in marketing efforts
The Fed's Rate Announcement (00:00:08)
The Federal Reserve announces that they will not raise rates and plan to start cutting rates in 2024.
Housing Forecast for 2024 (00:01:04)
The National Association of Realtors predicts that Austin and Dallas-Fort Worth will be the top two markets for real estate demand in 2024.
Jeff Bezos' Investment in Fractionalized Real Estate Rentals (00:03:42)
Jeff Bezos invests in a company that sells fractionalized single-family real estate rentals to investors, starting at $100 a share.
Housing Predictions for Next Year (00:07:20)
Discussion of housing inventory, home sales volume, and median home prices predictions for the next year.
Lawsuits Filed Against Realtors (00:08:15)
Overview of a copycat commission lawsuit filed against real estate industry defendants and the potential impact on the industry.
Robert F. Kennedy's Stance on Affordable Housing (00:09:59)
Explanation of Robert F. Kennedy's platform on affordable housing and his proposed solutions to address the issue.
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Timestamp 1 (00:13:29) - Making searchable YouTube videos
The speaker advises creating area-specific videos to attract potential clients, emphasizing the importance of using buzzwords and focusing on the top reasons or considerations for living in a specific area.
Timestamp 2 (00:14:19) - Hosting open houses
The speaker discusses the benefits of hosting open houses, including the opportunity to connect with potential buyers, provide market information, and gather leads for future marketing efforts.
Timestamp 3 (00:15:57) - Taking advantage of agents leaving the business
The speaker suggests reaching out to agents who are leaving the real estate business to acquire their past clients' databases, allowing for warm introductions and potential new leads.