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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. Overall, in 2024, cutting corners on staging is a risk that sellers cannot afford to take.

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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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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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Are Virtual Tours Still Popular After the Pandemic?

McKissock

It is a seller’s market right now, and homes are moving more quickly than before. Many buyers find themselves in bidding wars for homes and losing out on houses that went up the same day. When it’s time to capture the home for its virtual tour, have homeowners put away extra decorations and clutter. Prep the Home.

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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. Ideal for realtors looking for functionality without a big price tag.