Housing Wire

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

As a real estate agent, you may think clients should care more about their next home than your life story. And while that may be true, well-crafted real estate agent bios can build trust and credibility and serve as a powerful tool in an agent’s marketing arsenal — giving prospective clients.

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McKissock

JULY 6, 2022

The reality, however, is many agents struggle to properly set and manage the client’s expectations of how the chaos is going to work and how the process is going to play out. Managing client expectations is critical, and sadly, often overlooked as part of the agent/client relationship. As agents, we know better.

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Housing Wire

OCTOBER 13, 2023

Your prospective clients need to know hat you’re a real estate agent and you’re still an active player in the field. Establishing and maintaining your visibility involves actively engaging with potential clients, networking and participating in the local real estate community. And the more potential clients will trust you.

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Housing Wire

MARCH 13, 2024

While ChatGPT has become a go-to tool for many of us, predictive analytics tools offer a more efficient, data-driven approach to generating new client leads. Need more examples? Since real estate tech changes by the hour these days, we did a deep dive into the most helpful AI tools for real estate agents on the market today.

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Housing Wire

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

First, we’ll make sure you’re set up correctly and understand how to maximize your database, then we’ll get into the 12-month plan in future articles. If you could choose who your next buyer or seller would be, wouldn’t you always choose someone you already know? Adopted clients are buyers who bought your listings.

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Housing Wire

SEPTEMBER 15, 2023

Our way of honoring first responders is by educating our podcast listeners, readers and coaching clients in the real estate industry about how to help those who helped all of us and are still being of service every day. Listen to all of these really great mortgage programs (most agents and buyers don’t know about these!)

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Housing Wire

JUNE 10, 2022

Below, Esser answers questions about the housing industry: HousingWire: What is your current favorite HW+ article and why? His articles are always my favorite. His recent article, “Purchase apps are at 2009 level: where’s the inventory?” However, it’s the sellers and buyers that we are working with whom really matter.

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Cleveland Appraisal Blog

APRIL 26, 2023

This week, I welcome back guest blogger, Ashley Rodriguez with bins4less , who wrote this article for the Cleveland Appraisal Blog. If you decide to use a realtor it can make the experience much smoother, much easier and ultimately far better for you as a buyer. This frees up time for buyers to focus on other aspects of their lives.

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McKissock

SEPTEMBER 20, 2021

Real estate agents are commonly sued for breaching their duty to act in the best interests of their client. To protect your clients’ interests, and reduce your own risk exposure, check out our highly-rated course, Know the Code: Your Guide to the Code of Ethics. Overview of NAR Code of Ethics: Articles 1–13.

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Cleveland Appraisal Blog

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

It’s been a while since I’ve written an article. So, first of all, thank you for being here to read articles from my blog! I think if a buyer was told that the home had 2,000 square feet, they would automatically assume that it was above-ground square footage. I miss writing and I miss you! home, would you expect the 2,000 sq.

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Housing Wire

MARCH 22, 2024

Visit Top Producer Related Articles The 9 top real estate lead generation companies for 2024 6 best real estate lead generation websites for 2024 The ultimate guide to real estate lead generation ideas for 2024 2. To convince clients to list with you, you’ll need a well-honed sales pitch explaining the benefits of working with you.

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Housing Wire

JUNE 22, 2021

Buyers are facing unprecedented challenges, they say, due to a confluence of housing market conditions: Pricing. Redfin also reported this month that seven in 10 buyers — 70.4% — faced bidding wars in May. If you’re an FHA or VA buyer, you don’t stand a chance. So, what does this mean for buyers? Lack of inventory.

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Housing Wire

OCTOBER 26, 2023

He testified that, in most cases, homebuyers would be unable to include buyer agent commission costs into their financing. “My concern is buyers who are cash-constrained,” Stevens said. ” But buyers are not the only ones who benefit from the current system, according to Stevens. The D.A.N.G.E.R.

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Housing Wire

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

Most importantly, your website should be designed with prospective clients in mind, giving them the exact information they need and steps to get in touch. Remember — your prospective clients are glancing through dozens of agents’ websites. When writing your copy, include relevant keywords that your ideal client might be looking for.

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Housing Wire

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

I recently read editorials and articles by such esteemed publications as The Economist , Entrepreneur Magazine , and The Wall Street Journal concerning the antitrust real estate commission lawsuits. by 1% to 2% just by cutting the commission paid to buyer’s agents.” Who is going to pay how much to whom?

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Housing Wire

JULY 20, 2023

For most agents, that’s the end of the conversation, ending the possibility of taking a new listing as well as facilitating the buyer side. Stop answering clients’ concerns by saying, “Yeah, there’s really nothing on the market, I mean everything in the MLS is already pending. It might be the best option for your client.

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Housing Wire

OCTOBER 1, 2022

Notably, the market has contracted as fewer buyers can afford to purchase in today’s market with the rise in interest rates and the continual rise in home prices. One way to understand the competitiveness of the market is to look at buyers who are waiving contingencies. All cash buyers now stand at 24%. Historically 2.5

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Housing Wire

OCTOBER 26, 2021

After 25 days on the market, there were no takers for the 1,400-square-foot home and Pellegrini counseled his client about potentially lowering the listing price. Pellegrini told his client to take the offer right away. Your HW+ Membership includes: Unlimited access to HW+ articles and analysis. Then Zillow came along.

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Housing Wire

DECEMBER 7, 2023

As the real estate market continues to grapple with high interest rates and low inventory, agents entering the market are looking for affordable client relationship management (CRM) tools that offer a cost-effective means to automate and manage client interactions.

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Housing Wire

OCTOBER 31, 2023

Buyer’s agent commissions won’t necessarily go away Two weeks ago, the Real Estate Board of New York (REBNY) and the Residential Listing Service modified their rules starting Jan. This means a listing agent can now present their listings to the public, offering $0 buyer agent compensation. So, what will be the outcome?

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Housing Wire

AUGUST 2, 2021

Real estate agent Alanna Strei’s client wanted to check out “Tesoro Vista Del Sur,” 134 newly built townhouses in the Ocean View Hills area of San Diego. Do you need an agent when you have 10 buyers for every home?” Your HW+ Membership includes: Unlimited access to HW+ articles and analysis. said Tim Costello, CEO of Bdx Inc.

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McKissock

MARCH 10, 2021

When a real estate client defects, it might not be something you are doing to drive away real estate clients. There could be any number of reasons why the client decides to look elsewhere. However, you must consider, at least a little, that something you did along the way caused the client to walk away.

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Appraisal Buzz

AUGUST 16, 2021

Trying to meet deadlines, keep my clients informed, and put out a quality product in this busy market is enough to make my head spin. I’ve been consuming more news articles, blogs, and podcasts than ever before, but there are always some questions that never seem to get answered. The motivation of the buyer is a different story.

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Housing Wire

OCTOBER 19, 2021

On these platforms, originators can lock down the best loan price from various buyers, typically asset managers and institutional investors. Roughly 60% of mortgages are packaged and sold to investors, while the remaining is held in clients’ portfolios. Your HW+ Membership includes: Unlimited access to HW+ articles and analysis.

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Housing Wire

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

These providers offer a rapid and cost-effective means for real estate agents to gather a list of potential clients and ultimately boost sales. Whether you’re looking for exclusive leads or simply aiming to boost your website traffic, this article will help any real estate agent or broker learn how and where to buy real estate leads in 2023.

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McKissock

FEBRUARY 16, 2021

Each of your clients will have their own set of likes and dislikes. As a real estate professional, you should know how to tailor your approaches and strategies to suit your client’s wishes. Categorizing your client based on their motivations for buying is one of the best ways to help them find their dream home.

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Housing Wire

APRIL 22, 2022

HousingWire : What is your current favorite HW+ article and why? Matthew Blanchard: Without question, it is Logan’s America’s Back Recovery Model article. Leveraging his insight from this article allowed me to understand what happened in the last two years and stay ahead of what was to come. Secondly, all eyes are on inventory.

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McKissock

JUNE 21, 2021

A buyer withdraws an offer. When those things happen, it will be up to you to deliver the bad news honestly and openly, without destroying your clients’ confidence in you or the whole process. Follow these tips to break bad news to real clients. Before you talk to clients, take a few deep breaths to calm yourself.

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Housing Wire

DECEMBER 22, 2021

Below, Banosian answers questions about the housing industry: HousingWire: To start off, what is your current favorite HW+ article? Specifically, I like to read the articles by Lead Analyst Logan Mohtashami. We use Shared Email Templates to quickly send formatted emails to clients and partners throughout the day.

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McKissock

JUNE 26, 2022

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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Housing Wire

AUGUST 3, 2023

They repeat the mantra “Home buyers and sellers will always need a real estate agent.” In this article, I will explain the history of AI, the projected financial impact on real estate and the cutting-edge tools available today for savvy agents. Building trust with prospects or clients takes time. Chatbots nurture leads.

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Cleveland Appraisal Blog

JANUARY 19, 2023

” Conversely, an underimproved property might be lacking in amenities that most buyers expect to see. ” Clearly, when valuing a property, appraisers must consider what the typical buyer expects a home to offer in terms of amenities and characteristics. That is not always a simple task.

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McKissock

OCTOBER 13, 2020

Between the complexities of the real estate market and the changeable landscape of financing and property value, your clients likely have an abundance of questions regarding the sale of their home. The dangers of overpricing are abundant, some of which include: Fewer buyers are attracted and fewer offers are received. Escrow fees.

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McKissock

APRIL 14, 2021

How many of your real estate clients have used you before in a home sale? A survey by the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR) said 91 percent of buyers would likely use the same real estate sales agent again or recommend them to a friend. Stay in touch with real estate clients. Send your real estate clients goodies.

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McKissock

MAY 11, 2022

Before you log too many hours chauffeuring buyers from property to property, make sure they’re truly motivated to navigate the challenges of a hot sellers’ market —from competing with other buyers to committing to contracts that favor the seller. Here are some good indications that your clients are truly ready to buy. #1:

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McKissock

JUNE 30, 2021

While good, old-fashioned customer service certainly goes a long way in impressing your real estate clients, the best agents in the business use several strategies to “wow” clients that set them apart from the rest of the competition. Follow these useful tips: What the best real estate agents know about wowing their clients.

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McKissock

MARCH 1, 2021

She approaches real estate the same way she approached her healthcare work: ensuring that, from start to finish, whether buying or selling, her clients have a smooth transaction and achieve their goal. Q: How do your Millennial real estate clients find their way to you? A: My Millennial clients often come to me as a referral.

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