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

Housing Wire

While most Realtors will die on the hill that staging should never be cut out of the home selling strategy, this year it’s even more important. Simply put, cutting corners on staging is a risky move that risks prolonged market presence. In fact, this year I’d argue we need to take it a step further.

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29 Cutting-Edge Real Estate Marketing Ideas for 2024

Housing Wire

New findings from the National Association of Realtors (NAR) show a fresh picture of who’s buying and selling homes, with more first-time buyers entering the market and families looking for homes that fit multiple generations. For real estate professionals, the changing landscape is a call to action.

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Selling this spring? 12 ways to use Easter decor to attract buyers

Cornerstone

Reading Time: 5 minutes Spring means one thing: Homebuyers are hitting the market. Spring also brings major holidays like Easter, giving sellers the chance to decorate for the season and set themselves apart. The past year has been unprecedented for the housing market. BYO bunnies. Crafty Morning/Facebook. Feature floral art.

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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. Market updates Future clients, whether buying or selling, want to feel assured that their real estate agent has a firm grasp on the happenings of the market.

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Is the appraisal process color-blind?

Housing Wire

First, they show homes where at least one African American person lives where the appraiser came back with a value that seemed unusually low for the home and the market. In some cases, the photos and decorations in the home that reflect a Black family member living there are removed and replaced with white people and decorations.

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Checklist to Sell a House in BC

D Fritz Appraisals

7 Steps to Ensure Your Home Sale Goes Smoothly The real estate market in British Columbia is dynamic and diverse, with bustling urban centers like Vancouver and Victoria alongside picturesque rural communities. Marketing Your Property Engaging with experienced realtors can help effectively market your property in British Columbia.

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Selling Your Home This Summer? Keep These Tips in Mind!

Lamacchia Realty

To gain a competitive edge in this market, be proactive and prepare to list your house for sale this summer. We will see the real estate market start to heat up as summer approaches, making it the perfect time for sellers to take advantage. In any market, a tidy and uncluttered home is necessary for a good showing.

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