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2024 is not the year to cut corners on staging — here’s why

Housing Wire

I pay for the first month of staging for my clients. After the 30-day mark it’s up to the sellers if they want to keep paying for the staging but typically if the home is priced correctly, it will sell in the first 30 days in most markets. As a listing agent , I pay for both a staging consultation and staging items as needed.

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10 easy ways to make your next listing sell ASAP

Housing Wire

You’re excited to get your next listing on the market, but now you’re feeling the pressure to do an amazing job for your sellers, who have put their trust in you and are excited about making a move. It can net your seller thousands or tens of thousands more when you do this right! Make sure both places shine.

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

Housing Wire

With its potential to reach new clients and gain tremendous ROI, social media has become one of the most effective marketing tools for businesses big and small. Just sold stories If your clients are willing to be featured on your socials, celebrate their sale. Readers are more likely to remember stories that evoke emotions.

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The art of gift-giving in real estate: A personal touch

Housing Wire

As we come out of the holidays, we’re cleaning up, throwing out tired-looking decorations and looking for a place for presents in the closets or cabinets. Rethinking branded gifts One common practice in the real estate industry is gifting branded items like Cutco knives to home buyers and sellers.

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9 Things Clients Expect from Their Real Estate Agent

McKissock

Without accounting for your real estate clients’ common needs and expectations , you might be underperforming and risk losing their business. Here are nine things your real estate clients are expecting from you as their real estate professional: 1. So, take the appropriate steps to ensure your clients don’t feel ignored.

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29 Cutting-Edge Real Estate Marketing Ideas for 2024

Housing Wire

Demonstrating you have a keen understanding of the whole client journey — from staging and listing to settling into a brand-new home — will give you a competitive advantage. Create interactive polls on platforms like Instagram stories and posts to boost engagement and better understand your client’s preferences.

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5 Tips to Prepare Your Sellers for Today’s Hot Market

McKissock

The market remains strong for sellers at this time, but there are several things that you should go over with your client to prepare them and ensure that your clients are ready to market their home as effectively as possible. 3: Prepare Your Client for the “What If” Scenarios. 2: Share the Local Market Trends.

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