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Owning a condo in Florida is becoming less attractive: Redfin

Housing Wire

On the demand side, buyers are wary of purchasing a condo since it has become less affordable. In Jacksonville, the median condo price declined roughly 7% year over year in January, sales declined 27% and new listings increased 32%. It’s causing buyers to rethink their plans.”

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Download these 9 real estate prospecting letter templates that actually work

Housing Wire

I can also provide expert advice about renovations and the potential return on investment β€” where to get the biggest bang for your buck β€” or simply answer any questions you have about the market. It was listed at (list price) and sold well above the asking price. There are still plenty of buyers interested in this area.

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Home Sellers Forced to Get Flexible With Asking Prices

Appraisal Buzz

Buyers have found some relief, however. more new listings hit the market than during the same period last year, listing growth has been losing momentum for the last few months, leaving buyers with fewer homes to choose from than there typically are in May. β€œThe For now, the median-home sale price is up 4.3%

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30 real estate social media post ideas (+ popular agents to follow)

Housing Wire

In this article, we’ll share ideas and tips, including the best way to present new listings and how to engage your followers with valuable educational content. Be sure to label on the photo or video that your post is a new listing, as people may miss the caption while scrolling.

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Fix-and-flip investors are filling in the gaps in some housing markets: report

Housing Wire

Roughly 80% of real estate investors surveyed are selling single-family homes at or above asking price after fully renovating the properties to make them habitable, according to a report from real estate marketplace New Western. is lacking about 320,000 listings valued at the affordable range for middle-income buyers.

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Success with Millennial Real Estate Clients: Q&A with Dara Alperen Cipollone

McKissock

A: The obstacles Millennial real estate buyers face for owning a home in the Boston market come down to low inventory. While they may be qualified for the purchase, many don’t have the additional capital for a renovation, nor do they have the time or know-how to accomplish a renovation.

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Best real estate apps for agents in 2024

Housing Wire

Think of it as another concierge service to offer your buyers to help you stand out. The Houzz app is an excellent tool to add to your suite of buyer services, helping you stand apart as a professional home consultant–not just an agent. Frequently asked questions What are the best real estate apps for buyers?