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Redfin reports a 70% increase in demand for second homes in October compared to pre-pandemic levels, surpassing August's 48% rise but falling below January's 91% peak. The ongoing demand is attributed to companies solidifying remote work policies, encouraging buyers to secure low mortgage rates. The removal of restrictions on second-home loans by the Treasury Department in September further fuels this trend. Approximately 80% of mortgage-rate locks lead to home purchases, indicating strong market activity.
In Q3 2021, real estate investors acquired a record 18.2% of U.S. homes, up from 16.1% in Q2 and 11.2% a year earlier, as reported by Redfin. Investor purchases reached 90,215 homes, valued at $63.6 billion. Cash purchases comprised 76.8% of these transactions. The average home price rose to $438,770, while monthly rents surged 10.7%. Notably, single-family homes constituted 74.4% of investor acquisitions. Atlanta and Phoenix saw the highest investor market shares at 32% and 31.7%, respectively.
Redfin (RDFN) has expanded its real estate services to Big Bear, CA, Ocean City, MD, and parts of Ulster County in Hudson Valley, NY. Customers can now engage local Redfin agents for home buying and selling, utilizing innovative tools on the Redfin platform. Redfin differentiates itself by offering lower commission fees—1% when buying and selling with Redfin agents, and 1.5% for standalone sellers. The company has saved clients over $1 billion in commissions since inception and now operates in over 100 U.S. and Canadian markets, catering to increasing demand for vacation homes post-pandemic.
Redfin Corporation (NASDAQ: RDFN) announced that Chief Financial Officer Chris Nielsen will participate in the 2021 RBC Capital Markets Global Technology, Internet, Media, and Telecom Virtual Conference on November 16, 2021. Redfin, a technology-driven real estate company, offers services including brokerage, iBuying, rentals, and renovations. It operates in over 100 markets across the U.S. and Canada, helping clients save over $1 billion in commissions since its inception in 2006. The company emphasizes customer-centric services, enhancing home-buying and selling experiences.
RedfinNow has launched in the Minneapolis-Saint Paul metro area, marking its entry into the 12th market this year and a total of 30 markets across 15 states and the District of Columbia. The service offers homeowners a hassle-free home-selling experience by providing cash offers without the need for traditional listings. Customers can select their closing dates and avoid open houses. This expansion aligns with Redfin's aim to provide diverse selling options and streamline the home-selling process for Minnesota homeowners.
Redfin Corporation (NASDAQ: RDFN) announced that CFO Chris Nielsen will present at the 1st Annual Needham Consumer Tech/E-Commerce Virtual Conference on November 22, 2021. Redfin is a tech-driven real estate company offering services like brokerage, iBuying, rentals, and more to enhance the home buying and selling experience. Since its inception in 2006, it has saved customers over $1 billion in commissions and operates in over 100 U.S. and Canadian markets with a workforce exceeding 6,000 employees.
Redfin Corporation (NASDAQ: RDFN) announced that Chief Financial Officer Chris Nielsen will participate in the 2021 Berenberg US CEO Conference on November 9, 2021.
Redfin is a technology-driven real estate company providing brokerage, iBuying, rentals, lending, and renovation services. They aim to sell homes for higher prices while charging lower fees, saving customers over $1 billion in commissions since 2006. With services across more than 100 markets in the U.S. and Canada, Redfin employs over 6,000 people.
Redfin's latest report reveals unseasonably high home prices and increased sales activity as of October 31. The national median sale price rose by 13% year-over-year, reaching $357,007, and 1.5% since October 10. Sales under one week surged to 33% and homes sold for 45% above listing prices. However, new listings fell by 7% compared to last year. Mortgage rates have slightly decreased to 3.09%, yet have risen overall since August, indicating a strong buyer urgency amid a constrained housing market.
Redfin Corporation (NASDAQ: RDFN) reported Q3 2021 financial results with revenues of $540 million, a 128% increase year-over-year. Gross profit grew 37% to $127 million, but operating expenses surged 163%$147 million, making up 27% of revenue. The net loss was $20.6 million, an improvement from $34.2 million last year. Despite a declining real estate services gross margin at 37%, Redfin achieved a 1.16% market share in U.S. existing home sales and saved customers over $83 million in fees.