Housing Wire

OCTOBER 17, 2023

Whether you’re a seasoned real estate agent looking to expand your reach or a newcomer eager to establish your digital footprint, ahead we delve into the best real estate lead generation websites for 2023. The goal: to stay in touch with any and all visitors to your website.

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Housing Wire

JANUARY 10, 2024

Between leveraging your personal network, filming YouTube videos and even the unpleasant task of cold prospecting, real estate professionals today wear all the hats. Yet, in a competitive real estate market, agents don’t always have the luxury of investing months into long-term brand-building.

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Cleveland Appraisal Blog

MAY 26, 2023

In recent years, on several occasions, I have been hired to appraise a property after a valuation service was provided for my client by another real estate professional. They had hired the former real estate professional to value their property for the purpose of a divorce. That’s right! Let’s talk about the differences.

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Housing Wire

OCTOBER 20, 2023

The world of real estate is constantly in flux, yet one thing remains true: Lead generation is one of the most important requirements for maintaining a successful real estate business. Particularly in the 2023 economy, with interest rates on mortgage rates stubbornly perched around 7.5% By being true to yourself.

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Housing Wire

AUGUST 3, 2023

Too many real estate agents are watching artificial intelligence (AI) from the sidelines, assuming technology will never replace them. They repeat the mantra “Home buyers and sellers will always need a real estate agent.” So how can real estate agents be so cavalier about their job?

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Housing Wire

OCTOBER 22, 2023

Texas residents interested in becoming a real estate agent must first complete 180 hours of approved coursework to be eligible to sit the state licensure exam. We estimate that it’ll take three to six months to get up and running as a licensed real estate agent in the Lone Star State.

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Cleveland Appraisal Blog

NOVEMBER 3, 2022

Appraisals are often required for divorce and marriage dissolutions, probate work, and estate and financial planning. Investors who need a value of a home before and after the proposed repairs are made, sometimes use appraisers. Real estate agents also need appraisals for properties that may be more difficult to price.

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Housing Wire

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

One of the passions that has spanned my career in its entirety is creating exceptional experiences — for agents and their clients, our brokerage staff and anyone who interacts with our brand. Get clear on your core competencies What do you do best? How do those core competencies affect your customers and audiences?

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Cleveland Appraisal Blog

JUNE 30, 2023

I’m playing catch-up on blogs with the help of my guest bloggers. I welcome back guest blogger June Duncan who wrote this article for the Cleveland Appraisal Blog. Here are some tips to help you transition to a new city and begin a new chapter in your life, shared below by Cleveland Appraisal Blog. Hello friends!

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Cleveland Appraisal Blog

MARCH 19, 2022

The spring selling season is upon us. If you’re planning on selling your home, you’re probably going to have open houses so that you can let buyers see for themselves the wonderful features of your home. You can get your home ready for an open house with a little prep.

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Cleveland Appraisal Blog

AUGUST 11, 2022

Do you fix your home up or sell it as-is? This week I welcome back guest blogger Betty White who shares some pros and cons of selling a home in its as-is condition. Before you decide to sell your home, it pays to weigh out the pros and cons of selling your home as-is.

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Housing Wire

OCTOBER 17, 2023

Selling pre-foreclosure is often the best option for distressed homeowners who don’t qualify for any loss mitigation programs, but those homeowners are understandably hesitant to choose that option and often end up choosing it when time is running out. Those dangers can be found in recent headlines from the New York Times and ProPublica.

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Housing Wire

DECEMBER 23, 2020

The impact of COVID on the real estate market is significant and has forever changed the way our industry operates. This change, while disruptive and uncomfortable for some, has provoked the rapid adoption of real estate technology, the likes of which we haven’t seen before.

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Cleveland Appraisal Blog

AUGUST 20, 2021

If you’re not an appraiser, if you are trying to figure out the value of a home, chances are good that you use a price per square foot metric. That way of measuring the market can lead to an opinion of value that is in the ballpark of a home’s market value. Last year, I appraised a home for a homeowner.

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Cleveland Appraisal Blog

DECEMBER 31, 2021

Homes are still selling in record time. While that is the case, there are things that we can do to help increase our home’s market appeal, and potentially sell our home more quickly. Even if you have no plans to do serious home renovations, there should be a few essential projects on your to-do list.

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Cleveland Appraisal Blog

JUNE 7, 2022

This week, she tackles the topic of creating a home office on a budget. If you work from home, a designated workspace is essential to your productivity. Check out the following ideas from Cleveland Appraisal Blog to design your home office on a budget! Optimize Your Use of Space. Photo via Pexels.

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Cleveland Appraisal Blog

APRIL 21, 2022

It’s tax appeal season and I’ve had several homeowners say that they feel their neighbors are negatively impacting the value of their home for different reasons. Could being located next to a property that is an eye-sore cause a loss in market value to your home? Our home is where we hope to have a measure of peace and quiet.

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Cleveland Appraisal Blog

MAY 22, 2021

Kelsey Luvisa from HomeLight wrote a cool article for the Cleveland Appraisal Blog on a hot topic in real estate, namely, backyard entertaining. An Entertainer’s Dream: Top Backyard Upgrades Your Summer Guests Will Eat Up. The more comfortable your guests are, the more likely you’ll keep the party going.

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Cleveland Appraisal Blog

AUGUST 20, 2021

If you’re not an appraiser, if you are trying to figure out the value of a home, chances are good that you use a price per square foot metric. That way of measuring the market can lead to an opinion of value that is in the ballpark of a home’s market value. Last year, I appraised a home for a homeowner.

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Cleveland Appraisal Blog

JUNE 10, 2021

Have you ever noticed that sometimes you will get a rogue onion ring in your order of fries at Burger King? As usual, I’ve started yet another post talking about a random thing that has nothing to do with real estate. For instance, I may have appraised their home for a bank. Just kidding agents!

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Cleveland Appraisal Blog

MAY 13, 2021

Perhaps they put a smile on your face as well. But how do rainbows relate to real estate transactions? In a real estate transaction, everyone has a different view. There is the owner of the home, who has a view of what they feel their home is worth. That’s a lot of emotion attached with a home.

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Cleveland Appraisal Blog

MARCH 30, 2021

TODAY’S HOME BUYERS ARE LIKE THE CARP. As soon as homes hit the market, they often sell in days, with numerous offers that usually bid the list price up. It is notable that in all these cases, I did find comparable sales that clearly supported a much lower price than some of the prices these homes have been bid up to.

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Birmingham Appraisal

JANUARY 24, 2024

Mastering the Game: Why Housing Statistics Are Your Secret Weapon in Real Estate Hey there, fellow real estate pros! As someone knee-deep in residential real estate appraisal, I’ve got a nugget of wisdom to share: housing statistics are your not-so-secret weapon for leveling up in the real estate hustle.

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Raleigh Realty

FEBRUARY 19, 2022

and in order to answer that question, you need to understand how Real Estate Agents make money. How much commissions you make in your first year as a Realtor will be entirely dependent on you and how much business you're able to generate. What is the average price of sold homes in your area?

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Birmingham Appraisal

DECEMBER 5, 2023

Can A Pre-Listing Appraisal Help Sell An Expired Listing? In the dynamic world of real estate, one of the most challenging situations you may encounter is dealing with an expired listing that just won’t sell. Transparent Communication: Transparency is key in real estate transactions.

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Birmingham Appraisal

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

Appraiser and Agent Collaboration is a Good Thing The importance of collaboration between real estate agents and appraisers can be a touchy subject. On one hand, the real estate agent’s main goal is to advocate for their client while the appraiser must be an impartial and non-biased third party.

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Cleveland Appraisal Blog

MAY 12, 2022

In the meantime, I want to visit with you about an awesome software and service that is changing the way real estate professionals measure homes and provide floor plans. And I’ve been measuring homes using a laser for many years now. Click here for a link to Fannie Mae’s Selling Guide that discusses this).

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Birmingham Appraisal

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

Unlocking the Basics: Part 2 of Housing Statistics for Beginners In my last blog post, which was the first installment in this multi-part series, I discussed why it is important for agents to be aware of local housing statistics. We all know that the three most important factors in real estate are location, location, and location.

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DW Slater Company

FEBRUARY 23, 2023

It’s hard to believe that it has been 2 years since we experienced the great Texas Winter Storm when the Texas power grid failed and we went several days without power in our Texas homes that are not built to keep heat. We are now entering the time of year when one day you need shorts and the next day you have to bring out your jacket.

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Appraisal Today

APRIL 26, 2024

What Does Arm’s Length Mean in Real Estate? The 7 Sale Types Explained Excerpts: An arm’s length sale – a sale in which the buyers and sellers act independently and in their own self-interest is the most common type of real estate transaction. I have done a lot of estate appraisals.

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Birmingham Appraisal

DECEMBER 19, 2023

Tips To Make An Agent’s Life Easier The job of a real estate agent is extensive. There was a popular post that many agents were sharing on Facebook recently that listed all of the hats that an agent must wear. This will help the appraiser understand your rationale for pricing the home where you did.

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Birmingham Appraisal

AUGUST 8, 2023

If you’re thinking about selling your house, you might be wondering how to get the best possible price for your property. Well, here’s a secret tip that can give you a competitive edge in the real estate market: Consider getting a pre-listing appraisal before putting your home up for sale.

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Berkshire Hathaway

APRIL 28, 2022

As a homeowner, you know your home best. So, when it comes to selling, who could do it better than you, right? While we agree with you on the first statement, the selling of a home is always best left to a professional real estate agent, for so many reasons! Reason #3: Advertising your home.

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McKissock

MAY 31, 2021

The importance of a clean, easy-to-navigate, responsive real estate website cannot be overstated. If clients see your sign, they’ll Google you first and call you second— maybe. Think about your website as your digital hub. But to enjoy a successful real estate career, you’ll need to build yourself as a brand.

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Listing Spark

NOVEMBER 10, 2023

Real estate investing can be a profitable industry. But seeing that high ROI is completely dependent on having the right strategies for securing properties, fixing them up, and selling them to buyers. The MLS, or Multiple Listing Services , is a network of databases that house real-time and historical data about properties.

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McKissock

MAY 18, 2022

The first thing anyone involved in the home selling process should think about is the curb appeal of a property. It’s what catches someone’s eye and invites them to tour the house, so it can make or break how long a home is on the market. Read on to learn about the importance of curb appeal in selling a house.

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Listing Spark

MARCH 18, 2024

The conventional pathway to selling your home is hiring a listing agent who represents you in the transaction and manages the marketing that requires a real estate license—namely, listing your property on the MLS. In Texas, the norm is to pay your listing agent 3% of your home’s sales price.

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