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Kristen Sieffert leads the reverse mortgage presence at The Gathering

Housing Wire

The acquisition of AAG also presents a unique marketing opportunity for FAR to make use of a ubiquitous spokesperson. It feels hard, but we do feel confident that we will win, ultimately, and we’ll do that by providing the best value to everybody that we serve.”

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RE/MAX settles buyer broker commission lawsuits for $55 million

Housing Wire

While RE/MAX, LLC steadfastly refutes the allegations presented in the lawsuits, this forward-looking decision was made in the best interest of RE/MAX, LLC, its agents and its franchisees, after carefully considering the significant risks and costs associated with continued litigation. In fact, the U.S.

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The “Science” Behind Residential vs. Commercial Real Estate Appraisal

The Robert Weiler Company

With fewer factors to consider than a commercial property value, even the difference in the presentation of a report will appear obvious. A residential appraisal is often delivered in a standard set of forms (several pages), whereas a professional can present a commercial real estate appraisal in a 60 to 200-page narrative report.

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Best real estate apps for agents in 2024

Housing Wire

It’s perfect for virtual tours, video calls, listing presentations, and more. It’s also the best value on the market. As if that wasn’t enough, Pivo’s AI-powered video motion tracking is like having your own personal videographer.

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How to Level Up as an Appraiser

McKissock

I did no market analysis; I guessed the land value and effective age and adjusted GLA at the infamous $25/SF. I checked off all the right boxes on the form and then picked my best value. Pro-Series webinars: Invest in your professional development with one-hour, non-credit webinars presented by experts.

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How to write a lead-winning, memorable real estate agent bio (+ examples)

Housing Wire

A first-time homebuyer class, for instance, should present a welcoming environment. Keep most of the information the same, but change the tone and move up important details you know will speak most to every audience’s pain points. Create a short bio and a longer bio to share depending on how much space you get.

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How to Get Your House Appraised

AmeriMac

Read on to find out more, and ensure you get the best value for your home. One common mistake is allowing clutter to obscure the home’s features, which can detract from its value. Hence, it is best to declutter your home before the appraisal. What is a Home Appraisal?