Housing Wire

OCTOBER 19, 2023

Event marketing can be key to success in building relationships and meeting new potential buyers and sellers. You can use these for door-knocking, lead follow-up, open house giveaways, and at the closing table. Door-knock your neighborhood prior to your open houses with red, white, and blue candy and flags.

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Housing Wire

OCTOBER 13, 2023

It’s a weird time to be a real estate agent , and I see it all around me here in the Denver metro. But what happens to real estate agents when the market shifts and goes down? In fact, some of the most successful real estate agents have thrived even more when times are tough. I think that’s the thing most missed with agents.

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Housing Wire

JULY 25, 2023

There is no greater problem for a motivated seller than figuring out why their home didn’t sell! Let’s break down the numbers: When you have 10 conversations per week with expired sellers, two to three will relist the property immediately. The agent you would have competed against has failed to sell the home.

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Housing Wire

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

The real estate industry as agents and brokers know it has been turned upside down. It remains to be seen exactly what the guilty verdict in the Sitzer/Burnett commission lawsuit means for agents and brokers, as the industry waits for Judge Stephen Bough’s injunction. Can we ask if the buyer is represented now?

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Housing Wire

JANUARY 29, 2024

When it comes to home staging, there are two homeowner camps: those who think it’s a waste of money and don’t want to pay more to make their home more attractive to buyers and those who realize the worth and are willing to make the investment needed. As a listing agent , I pay for both a staging consultation and staging items as needed.

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Housing Wire

MARCH 2, 2023

And just like the bears who are starting to wake up from their long winter naps, homebuyers and sellers are coming out of hibernation… or at least they normally do. The pandemic definitely changed the real estate market ,” Todd Alperin, a Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate The Masiello Group agent based in Southern New Hampshire, said.

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Housing Wire

AUGUST 9, 2023

This piece will explore some of the key domains where AI is having the greatest impact for real estate agents, brokers and the innovative companies leading the charge. Their all-in-one platform allows agents to send out mailers to leads at scale, with personalized copy developed by AI and hand-written notes produced by robots.

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Housing Wire

SEPTEMBER 24, 2020

On Wednesday, real estate tech company Zigzy launched beta testing of Townify, a solution that enables real estate agents to host virtual open houses , which has become a necessity in a time when we are told to remain socially distant, the company said in a release. Additionally, 75% of U.S.

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Appraisal Buzz

MAY 3, 2024

The Home Report provides automatically generated, unique property data details from a scan of a property to help give home buyers and sellers a comprehensive understanding of the home’s layout. The feature also simplifies MLS data entry with easy-to-copy room measurements and important property details.

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Housing Wire

JANUARY 21, 2022

When the restaurant Tom Hunt worked at as a server temporarily shut down during the spring of 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic, he decided it was the right time to pursue his longtime desire of becoming a real estate agent. Hunt is just one among thousands of agents who has ventured into the field of real estate during the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Housing Wire

DECEMBER 20, 2023

Real estate agents and brokers , are you relying solely on that buyer drip you set up for your motivated and qualified clients? Today we’ll show you how to deploy 6 creative ways to get more from your searches so you can get those buyers in contract faster. Are your buyers being more proactive than you are?

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Housing Wire

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

Real estate agents are always looking for vetted, high-quality leads — and especially so during 2023 market conditions. These providers offer a rapid and cost-effective means for real estate agents to gather a list of potential clients and ultimately boost sales.

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Housing Wire

APRIL 12, 2023

Other challenges selected by mortgage professionals were relationships with real estate agents at 8.4%; competitiveness of rate sheet and underwriting problems at 5.8%; lender stability at 3.9%; competitiveness of product offerings at 1.9%. Lead generation ranked as the third biggest hurdle at 15.5%

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Eppraisal

APRIL 5, 2022

Historically, open houses have been a marketing staple for listing agents. Open houses can be an effective tool in a buyer's real estate market. However, we are in a sizzling hot seller's market right now. " The Covid-19 pandemic also changed the concept of open houses.

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Eppraisal

JANUARY 13, 2023

When it comes time to sell your home, patience is key in finding a qualified and experienced real estate agent to represent you in listing your home for sale. Find an agent who knows your neighborhood and who has experience working there. Many sellers are only concerned with the price they are going to sell their home for.

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Housing Wire

JANUARY 6, 2021

Since COVID-19 has enforced more restrictions on open houses, Redfin allows buyers to unlock the door of most RedfinNow listings via the Redfin app and self-tour seven days a week from 8 a.m. We let sellers choose their closing date, so they have the money to complete their purchase and only have to move once.”

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Eppraisal

JULY 22, 2022

Even in today's age of fast selling homes and rising values, agents are hosting open houses. Real estate open houses can be a prime opportunity for criminals. It is important to keep your home safe during an open house. Your real estate agent's safety is also extremely important.

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Listing Spark

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

Sellers can expect to spend up to 8.7% A hefty 69% of that is for real estate commission fees alone, as the seller is traditionally responsible for paying the buyer’s agent (3%) and your agent (3%). Then you have an important question to answer: how do you sell a home on your own without an agent ?

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San Jose Real Estate

MAY 2, 2023

Some Silicon Valley home buyers do not want to have their own buyers agent, but instead expect that they can find properties in the San Jose area that they want to see and request that the listing agent show it to them in a private appointment.

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Housing Wire

JANUARY 10, 2024

Rethinking branded gifts One common practice in the real estate industry is gifting branded items like Cutco knives to home buyers and sellers. Did your buyer ask you where the best wine shop in the neighborhood is located? Don’t limit yourself to gifting at the closing table. Troy Palmquist is co-founder of Doora Properties.

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Raleigh Realty

FEBRUARY 4, 2022

What is Dual Agency in Real Estate and Should you Avoid it Most buyers and sellers are familiar with how listing agents and buyer’s agents work which leads us to the question of what is dual agency in real estate? That real estate agent has a second client, named Rob, who is in the market to buy a home.

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McKissock

JUNE 26, 2022

Part of knowing your audience as a real estate agent is anticipating what they need and expect from your services. Schedule Multiple Open House Appointments and Follow-Up Meetings. If you’re not frequently getting your clients into open houses, how do you expect them to purchase one anytime soon?

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Housing Wire

APRIL 25, 2024

In 2024, agents have two choices; learn how to run your entire business from the apps on your phone or tablet, or find a new career. It’s simple enough for most agents to learn quickly, but has enough features to keep team leaders and managing brokers happy. When you buy through our links, we may earn a commission.

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Cleveland Appraisal Blog

AUGUST 11, 2022

However, sometimes properties may have specific problems that are too serious and can’t go unnoticed at an open house. Talking to your real estate agent or appraiser is also helpful to get a professional’s point of view. Moreover, buyers sometimes prefer to renovate the home according to their taste.

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Lamacchia Realty

JANUARY 4, 2022

BUYERS, DON'T MAKE THESE HOUSE HUNTING MISTAKES! Not Hiring a Buyer’s Agent Some home buyers believe it’s better to work with the listing agent directly hoping they’ll get a better deal than if they hire a buyer’s agent. A buyer’s agent looks out for your best interests.

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Housing Wire

JANUARY 25, 2024

The data are sobering: The Agent Movement Index , the number of experienced Realtors switching brokerages each month, was at its lowest level since 2016. The number of agents switching brokerages is ticking upward and markets are stabilizing across the country. If you want to learn how to recruit agents, now is the time.

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Housing Wire

FEBRUARY 13, 2024

A question I love to ask potential sellers is “By when would you like your home sold to the right buyer?” Commit to two open houses per week Maximize the return on those open houses. Call other agents that you have a relationship with that may not want to or can’t hold their own open houses.

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McKissock

APRIL 5, 2022

As a real estate agent, safety isn’t something that’s discussed nearly enough. However, from every open house showing to every meeting you have, safety should be an important factor. Although this is one of the easiest precautions to take as an agent, it’s also one of the most commonly overlooked.

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Housing Wire

AUGUST 28, 2020

So the products I’ve put into this category are really focused on either helping agents win listings or helping them convert lookers into buyers. The first is listing tools – the products designed for you to convert potential sellers into listing contracts. Seller tools / Buyer conversion tools.

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McKissock

MAY 18, 2022

A few hours spent mowing the lawn, edging, and ripping out weeds could make a significant difference in how many potential buyers contact the owners. Choose a color that isn’t similar to the houses around you and complements your home’s siding. The post Is Your Home’s Curb Appeal Turning Buyers Away? Beauty Beats Location.

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Raleigh Realty

MARCH 23, 2021

How to Sell a House By Owner (FSBO) Before selling your home for sale by owner, it's important to understand the pros and cons, what's involved, and what to expect throughout the process. This is buyers, let's take a look at sellers: In order to understand the pros and cons of selling by owner let's start with a quick story.

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Lamacchia Realty

MARCH 17, 2022

ARE YOU A "WANT-TO-BE" SELLER IN 2022? Now two years later , 2022 started with the lowest inventory EVER recorded and while inventory has grown slightly, This means NOW is a still a great time to list and take advantage of motivated buyers before other sellers really start to saturate the market. Sell by Accepting a Cash Offer.

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Listing Spark

APRIL 17, 2024

With the current NAR settlement shaking up commission processes and costs for buyers and sellers, investors have even more reason to operate without an agent holding up their processes. Instead of losing a significant chunk of your profits to agent commissions, you pay a transparent one-time fee.

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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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Housing Wire

NOVEMBER 9, 2023

Real estate agents: You can turn the next quarter into your best one yet by following this profitable and proactive plan. When you list two homes per month, you will automatically attract buyer business as well, so focus on listings. Don’t get mad when another agent lists your past client if you’re not making the effort.

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Listing Spark

DECEMBER 14, 2023

In Texas, anyone can sell their home without a real estate agent or an attorney, so many people do so: former realtors, property investors, and people wanting to explore the market on their own. An agent will recommend a strategy, create an MLS listing for the property, and coordinate with buyers and their agents on your behalf.

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Miller Samuel

MARCH 18, 2020

However, all of these housing-related workers such as appraisers and agents, are starting to see that market conditions do not include the gift that it will be "business as usual." Cherry-picking stat solutions will breed distrust between agents and consumers. The outbreak is clearly expanding.

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