Housing Wire

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

Your path to real estate licensure begins with 120 hours of classes in an approved Ohio real estate license education program. From completing your required coursework to taking the licensing exam, keep reading to learn how to become a real estate agent in Ohio. Ready to find a real estate brokerage?

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CA Realty Training

JULY 19, 2021

That’s how successful real estate agents create successful careers. This method is a set of ethical rules that agents follow to build a trustworthy relationship with clients. So, let’s explore the fiduciary duties of a real estate agent are so you can start building trust. What does fiduciary mean?

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Housing Wire

NOVEMBER 3, 2023

Real estate commissions are under the microscope. With the scrutiny of The Department of Justice and the Federal Trade Commission and multiple lawsuits concerning how buyers’ brokers get paid, many brokers say it feels like an all-out war on the real estate industry. Judge Stephen R. Bough of U.S.

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Lamacchia Realty

MAY 6, 2024

WHY YOU NEED A REAL ESTATE ATTORNEY WHEN BUYING A HOME When buying a home, you might wonder, “Do I need a real estate attorney, or is my real estate agent enough?” Before we dive into the details, let’s talk about what services a real estate attorney can provide.

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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. You sell the lot and list the spec home, often bringing the buyer as well.

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Raleigh Realty

AUGUST 17, 2021

Understanding Due Diligence and Earnest Money in North Carolina Real Estate When you go under contract on a home in North Carolina you are going to encounter terms like Due Diligence and Earnest Money. It's important to note that real estate contracts and laws change depending on what state you are in.

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Housing Wire

DECEMBER 29, 2021

Each year RealTrends releases its list of the highest performing real estate agents in the country, and, like clockwork, Ben Caballero of Dallas-based HomesUSA tops the list. And are these numbers for real? So that those agents will bring their buyer to the builder. I never talk to a buyer.

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Raleigh Realty

MARCH 23, 2021

We would imagine it's the same in most real estate markets around the country as we have found the same to be true of homes for sale in Charlotte as well. Buyers want to work with the best local Realtors® to help them when buying a home because it is such a large financial purchase with so many different components involved.

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Eppraisal

DECEMBER 20, 2022

Whether you are a home buyer or seller, the real estate transaction can sometimes be tricky to navigate. Part 1 of our next two posts will dissect the real estate transaction from the buyer's perspective. Often times, agents will specialize in working with those looking to either buy or sell.

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Hank Miller Team

NOVEMBER 4, 2022

Seems that just over 70 of recent homebuyers have buyer’s remorse. In Feb '21 we noted that 44 of homebuyers had buyer's remorse, these new stats are bonkers. This number is a bit of a surprise and the reasons have to do with price but also with just about every other aspect of the buyer's transactions. Most of them.

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Eppraisal

SEPTEMBER 22, 2023

A good real estate agent can make a significant difference in how smoothly and profitably the sale proceeds. Choosing the right agent involves careful consideration and a methodical approach. Here are the steps you should take to find a good real estate agent to help you sell your house.

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McKissock

JULY 19, 2022

In terms of real estate, the internet has made it easier for affluent buyers to invest in real estate overseas. Hasty changes to terms and conditions of the housing contract. Free Guide : Access real estate agent income insights and trends to help you earn more in your career!

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Birmingham Appraisal

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

The market area that the property is located in can definatley support the price but does the price truely reflect the market value of that specific property or does it reflect what a super motivated buyer with available funds is willing to pay? For buyers, it could mean a potential bargain. There is a difference.

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Housing Wire

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

If you’re looking for the best real estate schools in Illinois to complete the required 75 hours of class time you’ll need to get a broker’s license, we’re here to help. In Illinois, real estate agents are called brokers. Self-paced. 15 of required 75 hrs.

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Eppraisal

FEBRUARY 17, 2023

The average consumer may not know the difference between the two, however, home buyers and sellers need to know. Comparable Market Analysis Real estate agents and brokers can prepare a professional, written comparable market analysis (CMA) for you if you are selling your home. These are often referred to as "comps."

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Padove Appraisal Service

FEBRUARY 27, 2023

There are several ways to find a real estate appraiser in the Philadelphia, PA area. You can ask for referrals from real estate agents, attorneys, and other professionals that have worked with appraisers in the past and can provide recommendations based on their experience.

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Lamacchia Realty

FEBRUARY 21, 2023

An error rate refers to the frequency or proportion of errors in a set of data. Rascoff replies, “It’s a starting point, but if you want to get a more accurate opinion of your home’s value, you should talk to a real estate agent or an appraiser.” Zillow’s accuracy has a median error rate of 7.49%.

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McKissock

JULY 26, 2022

As a buyer agent , it is your job to be the voice of reason, the buffer, and sometimes the peacemaker. Here are some tips on how to make the real estate transaction process as smooth as possible for you and your buyer clients. Constructing a real estate offer is an art. Competing with other buyers.

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Eppraisal

JULY 12, 2022

Earnest money is the money a buyer offers to have deposited at contract time to show he is earnest or serious about purchasing the home. Earnest money is sometimes referred to as a "good-faith" deposit. How Earnest Money Works When you submit an offer to purchase a home, part of the contract deals with earnest money.

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McKissock

JULY 28, 2020

The relationship between a builder and a real estate agent can be a complicated one. In fact, there are several myths and misconceptions that builders, real estate agents, and even buyers hold that affect this relationship. Benefits of a Partnership Between Home Builders and Real Estate Agents.

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Housing Wire

JANUARY 10, 2024

To generate real estate leads, SmartZip employs predictive analytics that sifts through consumer data from sources like credit card companies, market data from MLS and other demographic data. Real estate agents using SmartZip gain immediate access to its CRM populated with the data.

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Listing Spark

OCTOBER 9, 2023

Are you considering selling your home without the assistance of a real estate agent? For Sale By Owner refers to the process of selling a home without the involvement of a real estate agent or broker. You set the price, decide how to market your home, and negotiate directly with buyers.

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Raleigh Realty

FEBRUARY 19, 2022

and in order to answer that question, you need to understand how Real Estate Agents make money. If you could go back to your first year as a Real Estate Agent, what advice would you give yourself? One of the first questions new Realtors have for me is always 'how much money will I make in my first year?'

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McKissock

SEPTEMBER 5, 2022

As a real estate agent, you want to understand what this increase in commercial real estate purchases means and how it might impact your business practices. In this article, we will explore the significance of this trend and the opportunities it can present for you as a real estate agent. .

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Housing Wire

AUGUST 18, 2023

How would it compare in the eyes of the buyer? When you know why they want to or have to move, you can use this to stay on task during the appointment, referring to their needs and making it more about them than about you. Are they already in contract on something? What is motivating the sale? What happens if it doesn’t sell?

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Raleigh Realty

AUGUST 27, 2021

Here's everything you need to know about buying a home Whether you are a first-time home buyer or a seasoned veteran of the housing market, buying a house is no small undertaking. There is nothing worse for a buyer than starting to look at homes online, falling in love with a few, then realizing that they are not in your budget.

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Eppraisal

DECEMBER 23, 2022

Earlier this week we explored the real estate transaction from the perspective of the Buyer. We'll now dissect the entire real estate transaction from the perspective of the seller. If a buyer calls you directly or knocks on your door, refer them to your listing agent.

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Housing Wire

OCTOBER 22, 2023

Texas residents interested in becoming a real estate agent must first complete 180 hours of approved coursework to be eligible to sit the state licensure exam. We estimate that it’ll take three to six months to get up and running as a licensed real estate agent in the Lone Star State.

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Birmingham Appraisal

APRIL 11, 2023

In today’s market where so much information is available online, it’s important to put in the research upfront when pricing a home because we know buyers do and they will know when a listing is overpriced. Today I’m going to share my top tips for choosing comps from an appraiser’s perspective.

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Appraisal Today

SEPTEMBER 22, 2023

They included appraisers, real estate agents, and someone with a week, a month, or online video training. Using MLS photos is a joke, as real estate agents don’t take photos of defects. A buyer gets a seller’s disclosure statement for that information. I see very different levels of inspectors.

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Eppraisal

JANUARY 23, 2024

However, first-time buyers tend to be more vulnerable to scams, from financing to maintenance and remodeling.  It's     Phishing Scams Real estate phishing scams are becoming more common, putting agents and buyers on high alert. Homeownership is an exciting chapter of anyone's life.

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Eppraisal

JULY 8, 2022

With home values rising and buyers paying high prices for homes, title companies' roles are more important than ever. Buyers paying these high prices for homes deserve protection. As a buyer, you don't want to purchase a home that has what the industry refers to as "clouds on the title."

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Quicken Loans

JULY 6, 2021

Hiring a real estate agent assistant might make you feel like a big shot – finally, someone to offload the detail work to! But the reality is that hiring a real estate assistant is more about growing your business than your ego. How To Hire A Real Estate Agent Assistant.

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Movoto

JANUARY 31, 2022

You’ve worked with a real estate agent , toured an endless number of properties, got an offer accepted , navigated the mortgage process , and now you’re in the final stretch. The closing process typically involves a number of different parties: You: The buyer. Get excited! It’s time to close on your home.

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Appraisal Today

MARCH 8, 2024

The present bill also refers to requirements for data collectors established by the Appraiser Qualifications Board, which do not exist. This outlook implies that 30-year mortgage rates will climb further to around 6.8% – exacerbating affordability headwinds for the housing market, especially for prospective first-time home buyers.

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Appraisal Today

MAY 17, 2024

Geographic “Data” Competency refers to an appraiser’s ability to effectively understand, interpret, and utilize geographic data in the appraisal process. In the context of real estate appraisers, it is essential for accurately valuing properties and providing credible appraisal reports. percent from 7.18 percent from 7.31

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Listing Spark

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

How the Job of ‘Realtor’ Is Changing in 2024 and What Property Investment Software Can Do For You The nature of being a real estate agent is unchanging. With sites like Zillow routing inquiries through agents paying for leads, you might even lose clients. Otherwise, they may look elsewhere for insights.

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