Beth McGuire

Connecticut

Online Managing Editor at RISMedia

High school mom and wife of ER nurse. VP of Online Editorial for RISMedia, the leading national source for residential real estate trade news, media and events.

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Articles

Mortgage Applications, Refis Down Again After Rates Hit 2-Week High Point

1 day ago | rismedia.com | Beth McGuire

Two weeks after the average 30-year mortgage rate hit its lowest level since October and home purchase applications surged 20%, mortgage applications are now seeing their second week of significant declines after rates have since bounced up 30 basis points hitting 6.9% this past week.
Joy vs. Value: Remodeling Decisions Vary, Affordability Not a Factor

2 days ago | rismedia.com | Beth McGuire

Consumers have different reasons for completing remodeling projects in their homes, be it for more enjoyment, increased home value or both, but one thing is for certain–there’s a lot more of it happening and surprisingly, housing affordability isn’t the primary reason.
Why Real Estate Agents Leave Team Leaders

3 days ago | rismedia.com | Beth McGuire

Real estate teams can offer structure, support and resources that benefit agents at various stages of their careers. However, many agents eventually decide to leave their team leaders for various reasons. Understanding these reasons can help team leaders foster better relationships and create a more supportive environment that retains top talent. Lack of support and training. Many agents join a team expecting mentorship, training and guidance.
As Mortgage Rates Climb, Buyers Should ‘Stress-Test Their Budgets’ as Competing Economic Forces Leave Rate Future Unknown

1 week ago | rismedia.com | Beth McGuire

Following the sharp sell-off in government bonds last week that pushed the 10-year treasury yield up to 4.5%, as is usually the case, mortgage rates followed suit, this week rising to their highest point in two months. The latest Primary Mortgage Market Survey® (PMMS®) released by Freddie Mac Thursday shows the 30-year fixed-rate mortgage (FRM) averaging 6.83%, up from last week’s average of 6.62%.
On the Frontlines for Fair Housing

1 week ago | rismedia.com | Beth McGuire

Above, from left, Teresa Palacios Smith, Cliff Long, Jamie Tian and Christina TranApril commemorates Fair Housing Month, honoring the idea that anyone can live in the community in which they desire without fear of being met with discrimination.
Forbes Global Properties Expands in Northwestern Italy

1 week ago | rismedia.com | Beth McGuire

Forbes Global Properties has announced the addition of Immobiliare ZB to its invitation-only network of more than 600 luxury real estate firms across 26 countries. With more than 30 years of market knowledge, Immobiliare ZB is located in Italy’s Northwestern region of Liguria, where it will officially represent the Forbes brand. According to Forbes Global Properties, Immobiliare ZB specializes in the search for homes and elegant villas that capture the essence of Italy’s beauty and lifestyle.
Hold the Phone: These Cold-Calling Mistakes Could Cost You a Client

1 week ago | rismedia.com | Beth McGuire

Cold calling continues to be one of the most effective ways for real estate agents to generate leads and build meaningful client relationships. However, it’s also one of the easiest methods to mess up. Small missteps—like using a bad script or calling without context—can instantly turn off a potential seller or buyer. Let’s explore how agents can avoid these mistakes and turn leads into clients.
Homebuilder Confidence Sees Bump Following Rate Dip, but Tariff Worries Remain

1 week ago | rismedia.com | Beth McGuire

The latest Housing Market Index (HMI) from the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) and Wells Fargo shows economic uncertainty from tariff concerns and elevated building material costs kept builder sentiment in negative territory in April, despite a modest bump in confidence happened, likely due to a slight retreat in mortgage interest rates in recent weeks.
Recruiting Insight and BoldTrail Release Agent Migration and Brokerage Model Performance Report

1 week ago | rismedia.com | Beth McGuire

A new study released this week by Recruiting Insight, in collaboration with BoldTrail shows 13% of active business operators representing just over 129,000 transactions changed brokerages in 2024, a clear signal, say report authors, that recruiting and retention strategies are more crucial than ever as the industry evolves.The Agent Migration and Brokerage Model Performance Report provides an analysis of agent movement across four major multiple listing services (MLS)–representing 31% of all...
Home Price Increases Slowed for the Third Consecutive Month in March

1 week ago | rismedia.com | Beth McGuire

Home prices are still on an upward trajectory, but the speed at which they’re rising has slowed for the third-straight month, according to a new report released this past week by Homes.com. The report analyzed home prices in March (based on the data collected to date), price trends across major cities, and what the latest developments in the housing market mean for homebuyers.