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2024 is not the year to cut corners on staging — here’s why

Housing Wire

I pay for the first month of staging for my clients. Additionally, an open house and the majority of showings will be in the first 30 days. Even vacant homes need staging: stage the living, dining, primary and exterior space as needed and add in some art and decor.

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The art of gift-giving in real estate: A personal touch

Housing Wire

As we come out of the holidays, we’re cleaning up, throwing out tired-looking decorations and looking for a place for presents in the closets or cabinets. Rethinking branded gifts One common practice in the real estate industry is gifting branded items like Cutco knives to home buyers and sellers.

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9 Things Clients Expect from Their Real Estate Agent

McKissock

Without accounting for your real estate clients’ common needs and expectations , you might be underperforming and risk losing their business. Here are nine things your real estate clients are expecting from you as their real estate professional: 1. So, take the appropriate steps to ensure your clients don’t feel ignored.

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30 real estate social media post ideas (+ popular agents to follow)

Housing Wire

With its potential to reach new clients and gain tremendous ROI, social media has become one of the most effective marketing tools for businesses big and small. Advertise open houses Post about open houses to both your grid and stories multiple times leading up to the event, as this ensures that it will reach the most people.

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Are Virtual Tours Still Popular After the Pandemic?

McKissock

It is a seller’s market right now, and homes are moving more quickly than before. Many buyers find themselves in bidding wars for homes and losing out on houses that went up the same day. When it’s time to capture the home for its virtual tour, have homeowners put away extra decorations and clutter. Prep the Home.

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29 Cutting-Edge Real Estate Marketing Ideas for 2024

Housing Wire

Demonstrating you have a keen understanding of the whole client journey — from staging and listing to settling into a brand-new home — will give you a competitive advantage. Create interactive polls on platforms like Instagram stories and posts to boost engagement and better understand your client’s preferences.

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Weird Real Estate Agent Photos for Appraisers

Appraisal Today

From horror movie-esque semi-abandoned homes for rent to home decor that overshot “unique”, the owners and agents behind these funny ads thought things were perfect just as they were for their photos and open houses. We’ve seen a massive change in housing inventory. Four things about Today’s Housing Market.