Housing Wire

OCTOBER 13, 2023

Share your insights about it on your stories or your statuses, offer tips for buyers and sellers and showcase your expertise. We’ve got to attend industry conferences, take courses and read books and articles related to real estate. Even in a slow market, there are still buyers and sellers out there.

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Housing Wire

MAY 6, 2024

That question would be answered succinctly when the Dodd Frank Act retooled the entire consumer regulatory structure, redrafting lending and closing documents, stiffening enforcement of laws long on the books and creating new ones, and sending participants in the real estate process into a panic trying to figure out to make it all work.

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Housing Wire

MARCH 24, 2021

Reports that the GSEs may be implementing limits on a per-lender basis rather than across their aggregate books of business, which “represents an overly conservative method of achieving compliance,” according to the MBA. The revised PSPAs require that beginning Jan. The MBA letter seeks clarification on how the $1.5

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Housing Wire

MARCH 3, 2021

The answers to these questions will be supplied to the test taker, but they will have to figure out where those answers can be found within the book on standards, called the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP). 31, 2022. .”

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Housing Wire

APRIL 20, 2022

Gone are the days of weekly listing books and print advertisements with grainy black-and-white photos. Thebe Warren, a Houston-based Compass agent, feels the same way about the suite of digital tools Compass provides agents with. The Compass tools are just incredible,” Warren said. That was in 1980.”.

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Housing Wire

JANUARY 26, 2024

They will try to woo you with promises of free marketing materials, high commission splits, and fancy tech tools. Marketing and Technology: The marketing strategies and technology tools provided for agents. Additionally, they have budgeted nearly $1B in the next 10 years to continue improving tools and support for their agents.

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Housing Wire

MARCH 7, 2022

Absolutely, I will offer an NFT option to sellers within the next year,” said Richard Hopen, a Compass agent in Short Hills, New Jersey. It’s a great marketing tool for the right type of listing. The Gulfport seller, Heckler explained, created a limited liability company that held ownership of the home.

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Eppraisal

JANUARY 16, 2024

 Making the most of storage is a big deal for sellers and buyers alike. Sellers want their homes to look neat and inviting, attracting buyers. Floating shelves can hold books or decorative items, while wall-mounted organizers can store mail, keys or small accessories, making your walls functional and fashionable.  

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Housing Wire

MARCH 21, 2022

Know thy buyer (or seller). Similarly, if you’re making the acquisition, your seller’s motivation should also inform your strategy. The seller who’s simply looking for a payday and who indicates little motivation to help you transition is also signaling to you that the transition may be a little bumpier. Know thyself.

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Houston Properties

APRIL 6, 2020

Houston Home Sellers Series Guide #1: Insider Tips On Decluttering To Sell Your Home. In this article from our Home Seller Series, we have an expert step-by-step guide (with a printable checklist) on one of the most essential but tedious home selling tips: decluttering. HOUSTON HOME SELLERS GUIDE SERIES. more and for 4.3%

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Housing Wire

DECEMBER 26, 2023

Final Exam: After you complete Level 19 of the prelicensing course, you will be prompted to take your closed-book course final exam. Includes 3 courses (30 credit hrs each), book, exam/scantron & unlimited retakes Online: Required 90 hrs of coursework. out of 5 stars Rating: 4.5 Choose from designated dates / times and locations.

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Housing Wire

DECEMBER 7, 2023

Exam Prep: The Basic Prelicensing package features three e-books and a course manual designed to help you retain essential real estate concepts and prepare for the state exam. Audio book, eBook, 1100+ practice questions, 24/7 on demand classes & Livestream online classes. 25 hrs livestream access. 40 hrs livestream access.

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Housing Wire

DECEMBER 6, 2021

Over half of Realtors said that social media was their top lead-generating technology tool, according to an October survey report from the National Association of Realtors. Social media is just a new tool for us to use to socialize and connect. Building a book of business one ‘like’ at a time. And in real estate, time is money.

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Listing Spark

OCTOBER 9, 2023

In this blog post, we’ll explore the typical experience of a For Sale By Owner seller and provide insights into what you can expect when listing your property. By eliminating these costs, sellers can potentially save thousands of dollars. Buyers appreciate proactive and attentive sellers. What is For Sale By Owner?

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Housing Wire

JANUARY 22, 2021

When smaller lenders and nonbank lenders look back to that time, assuming they were active sellers to the GSEs at the time, they all know where the root of the unleveled playing field came from. The sheer dominance of the largest banks was not the result of skill, capital and scale alone — it was the favor given by the respective GSEs.

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Lamacchia Realty

OCTOBER 25, 2023

Furthermore, potential sellers with covid-era mortgage rates of around 3% aren’t actually listing because it means they’d have to give up that historic rate and trade it in for one that is two to three times higher. Fewer sellers need to adjust their price because, again, it’s a seller’s market. It means they’re down.

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The Robert Weiler Company

NOVEMBER 4, 2021

You can find almost anything on Amazon from cabinets, tiles, and wallpaper to power tools, smoke detectors, and so much more. The Book, The Millionaire Real Estate Investor by Gary Keller. Touted by fans as a steal rather than a bargain, this book offers essential advice for real estate investors at any stage of the game.

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McKissock

SEPTEMBER 6, 2021

It begins with the listing agent’s communication skills and accessibility to the seller. Keep reading to learn how you can better communicate with all parties involved in a real estate transaction, including sellers, buyers, other agents, lenders, and closing officers. Types of communication problems.

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Housing Wire

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

Online, self-paced package includes 3 Study e-Books & access to Buffini & Co’s career advice via coaching videos Pros + Cons Pros: Self-paced options for busy students Next-gen student dashboard for tracking progress Exam Prep packages with unlimited practice tests Cons: Online and livestream classes cannot be mixed and matched.

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Lamacchia Realty

JUNE 21, 2022

For the past few years, with inventory at historically low levels , sellers were coming pretty close to naming their price and buyers were paying. The low rates made it possible to offer more on a home as the cost of borrowing was lower and therefore, sellers weren’t the ones competing, buyers were. The same will be true for sellers.

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Housing Wire

JANUARY 2, 2024

You’ll get 20+ “how to” videos to help you understand the fundamentals of the job, buyer and seller checklists, action plans and other helpful resources. The school’s workshops, practice tests, and other study tools are designed to give those starting out in real estate a boost of confidence.

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The Robert Weiler Company

SEPTEMBER 30, 2020

A real estate appraisal review is an excellent tool for a recently conducted commercial appraisal, to check if market comps and other property valuations remain the same. Published by the Appraisal Institute, this book defines a real property valuation review process model as an organizing tool. Fannie Mae. Trust the experts!

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The Robert Weiler Company

NOVEMBER 9, 2021

You can find almost anything on Amazon from cabinets, tiles, and wallpaper to power tools, smoke detectors, and so much more. The Book, The Millionaire Real Estate Investor by Gary Keller. Touted by fans as a steal rather than a bargain, this book offers essential advice for real estate investors at any stage of the game.

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Lamacchia Realty

AUGUST 3, 2021

Buyers have had more money to work with due to the low mortgage rates , and sellers who actually listed their properties were given the pick of the litter in multiple offer situations where most of the time, the homes were selling for over asking. It comes with a negative stigma for sellers to hear that a price adjustment is recommended.

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Housing Wire

AUGUST 9, 2022

The platforms are all changing right now – our main audience is Millennial homebuyers, and to connect with them you really have to use these tools to elevate your business and brand. So, for us this means making sure that the closing set up is elegant and that the homebuyers and sellers feel relaxed and a little spoiled.

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Lamacchia Realty

SEPTEMBER 1, 2021

Pack a small box of tools (screwdriver, hammer, etc.) Packing the Box Itself Spread packing peanuts on the bottom of the box (unless you are packing books). Large furniture gets packed first, then smaller furnishings, and then heavy boxes (such as books or electronic equipment) and light items and clothing last. Happy Moving!

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Housing Wire

JANUARY 2, 2024

All Features of Exam Prep Plus + Career Booster Pack, including over 20 how-to videos, new agent job aids, customizable action plan templates, buyer and seller checklists & printed textbook Required 60 hrs of coursework. You must complete all the course chapters, quizzes, before you can take the closed book final exam.

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Lamacchia Realty

MARCH 18, 2024

It’s important to consider the costs associated with acquiring new organizational tools or furniture to enhance your home’s functionality. Strategies for Sorting Through Belongings: Categorize Items : Start by dividing your possessions into categories (clothes, books, kitchenware, etc.).

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PennyMac

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

When preparing a home for sale , many sellers hire professional home stagers to create a warm, inviting place that buyers will want to call home. Determine which books, loose mail and magazines can be stored elsewhere to create a more spacious look. On the dresser or bedside table, arrange a small vase of flowers with two books.

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Listing Spark

AUGUST 31, 2023

Then you can more objectively compare strategies and tools that support each approach. A real estate license is a valuable tool for prospective investors. Investors can learn through free books or courses, degree programs, and other channels. For example, sellers must always disclose known problems or concerns about a property.

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Housing Wire

MAY 17, 2022

An example of a program offered by the HUD that needs clarification is the department’s down payment assistance program, especially programs that allow seller funded down payment assistance. Industry stakeholders have some ideas for how to further that goal, starting with more clarification on some FHA lending programs. Twitter woes.

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Lamacchia Realty

MAY 6, 2021

As we begin to see the other side of the pandemic and throughout the past year, the home improvement and renovation industry is seeing an extremely high demand for tools, materials, and home improvement service providers. Many contractors are still seeing high levels of demand and are completely booked out for the next few months.

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Housing Wire

OCTOBER 9, 2023

How getting a real estate license in Illinois is different from other states While most states call the professional who represents a buyer or a seller of commercial or residential real estate a “real estate agent,” Illinois calls this individual a “real estate broker.”

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The Robert Weiler Company

APRIL 20, 2021

Keep your books up-to-date. Make sure your books are organized and detailed, showing all income and expenses for each year. The main goal with a “non-compete” provision is to prevent the seller from opening a new business to rival your company in the same geographical location.

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Listing Spark

DECEMBER 15, 2022

What tools and services investors should use if they want to get into owner financing. 00:12:05] What tools and services investors should use if they want to get into owner financing. Brandon sources his deals directly from sellers, using a combination of direct mail marketing, networking, and TV advertising.

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Housing Wire

FEBRUARY 14, 2022

Some agents, like ones at RE/MAX , even pay the brokerage fees for office space and marketing tools. Living on commissions often means getting paid more for convincing a buyer to increase their acceptable price range or coaxing a seller to hold out for a more lucrative deal. million members are independent contractors.

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PennyMac

DECEMBER 22, 2020

In many cases, lenders are motivated sellers who do not want to sit on their REO inventory, and (depending on the bank’s history with the property) these homes may be priced at a discount. Online services: Other online services, such as Zillow , offer tools to look up foreclosures by certain characteristics or in certain areas.

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