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Planning an Open House? Don’t Forget These Key Preparations

Cleveland Appraisal Blog

If you’re planning on selling your home, you’re probably going to have open houses so that you can let buyers see for themselves the wonderful features of your home. How can you get the most impact from an open house? Now she wants to have an open house. The spring selling season is upon us.

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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. Additionally, an open house and the majority of showings will be in the first 30 days. As a listing agent , I pay for both a staging consultation and staging items as needed.

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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. I have a colleague who’s a creative, gift-giving Realtor. The National Retail Federation found that during the 2022 holiday season, retailers saw 17.9%

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

Cornerstone

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. Mortgage rates reached new lows multiple times, and buyers took advantage of this surge in affordability by snapping up available houses.

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7 Essential Steps to Sell your Home this Fall

Lamacchia Realty

Before any showings or open houses, be sure to rake the leaves and trim any trees or shrubs. Staging Your Home for Sale Now that you’ve gone through the house and made the necessary repairs, it’s time to prepare for listing photos, showings, and open houses.

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

Housing Wire

According to a 2022 tech survey conducted by the National Association of Realtors ® (NAR), a growing number of real estate agents attest to social media’s positive impact on their business. It’s also important to include the details of the open house in the photo in addition to your caption.

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Modern House Flipping Software: 8 Innovative Tools You Need

Listing Spark

One of the biggest perks of having a realtor is that they can list your property on the MLS, the large database where buyers and agents search for properties. Open House and Showings Management Software Selling homes to a wide market of prospective buyers requires a strong digital presence.

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