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5 activities real estate agents should do every morning

Housing Wire

Invest in continuing education: Get up to date on the latest trends, regulations, and technologies in the real estate industry by investing in ongoing education and training. Attend training workshops, webinars, and conferences to acquire new skills and knowledge that can help you stay ahead of the competition.

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Agents might be more tempted to switch brokerages in 2024

Housing Wire

Real estate agents appear to be more open to changing brokerages in 2024 compared to last year, according to a recent Coldwell Banker survey. The report found that 61% of agents plan to stick with their current company this year, down from 75% of agents in 2023.

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10 ways to use virtual reality technology in your real estate business

Housing Wire

According to Matterport, 360 interactive virtual tour integration in real estate listings increases the likelihood of homebuyers reaching out to agents by a significant 95%. Moreover, properties featuring 3D tours spend less time on the market — typically around one-third less time — and agents can secure higher selling prices.

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Why It’s Important to Hire a Real Estate Agent

McKissock

Maybe you don’t want to work with a real estate agent to try and save some money, or you just think it won’t make much of a difference. If you’re trying to sell your home you really do need to consider all your options to make your sale a success and that includes using a real estate agent.

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Why regular check-ins are the unsung heroes of agent retention

Housing Wire

However, the tactical approach of regular check-ins and focusing on retention as a cornerstone of fortifying your real estate agent ranks is often underestimated or overlooked. Agents are not monolithic entities; they differ in career stage, client demographics and sensitivity to market fluctuations.

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7 money moves to make now for a prosperous 2024

Housing Wire

Here’s a financial checklist that real estate agents and mortgage professionals should complete before the end of the year for more success and financial security in 2024. Think carefully about what goals you want to achieve in the coming year, such as prospecting targets, advertising, closings and taking time off.

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Reverse purchase financing: The financing option no one is talking about

Housing Wire

And after years of advertisements and TV commercials promoting the benefits of better-known reverse mortgage loan uses like continuing to live in your current home while tapping your home equity, 4 who could blame them? “The But the fact is, most people simply don’t know that a new home can be purchased with a reverse mortgage.

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