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Download these 9 real estate prospecting letter templates that actually work

Housing Wire

Do you remember the last time you received a letter in the mail, in an envelope, that was hand-addressed to you? Emails are easily forgotten, end up in the spam folder, or are never opened at all — but a letter in the mail ensures you occupy your audience’s mindshare for much longer.

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Housing 2020 recap: Demographics popped the housing bubble boys

Housing Wire

9, in another article for my blog , I made the case that the economic conditions for the AB model had been met. After nine weeks of negative year-over-year data, the MBA purchase application data went positive, up 9% year over year. The forbearance plans might not have been given so willingly early on. But the 2020 U.S.

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FHA: Cosmetic vs. MPR Repairs

Appraisal Today

MPR Repairs: Guidance for FHA Appraisers By: McKissock Excerpts: If you are appraising a property that needs some cosmetic repairs but meets FHA minimum property requirements (MPR) in its current condition, you should make the appraisal “as-is.” Here is some guidance on cosmetic repairs vs. MPR repairs. Photos and lots of examples.

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Will Springer Realtor - Untitled Article

Will Springer Realtor

Government planners in our four-county region have until the end of this year to revise and then implement by mid-2025 their Comprehensive Plans for growth management to provide adequate space for housing, transportation and services (among many other aspects) to all its residents for the next 20 years. This is not one person’s alarmist view.

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100+ YEARS IN, ZONING LAWS INCH TOWARD HOUSING EQUITY

Will Springer Realtor

Since Veterans Day falls on a Saturday this year, you can expect far more people and far less available parking. are a bit like that one quirky relative at family gatherings – they have their benefits, they have their drawbacks, and sometimes, they just leave you scratching your head in bewilderment. Zoning laws in the U.S.

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Expectations for 2023 in Seattle/King County Real Estate

Will Springer Realtor

14 – after the publication of this blog post – when it will likely announce another rate rise.). My blog post on how mortgage rates are set is a good side topic.). The answer depends on who you ask but most experts believe a recession is almost unavoidable. Popping sounds can be heard from party balloons, one by one.

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HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATIONS AND FAIR HOUSING RISKS

Will Springer Realtor

In a colorful April 2023 segment , Oliver said: “When you introduce for-profit companies to find problems in your neighborhood, things can change fast. BENEFITS OF BUYING NEW Are you thinking of buying a home but can’t afford the high-interest payments? The figure was 70% only 10 years ago. New home builders have an answer.

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