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

Housing Wire

And with millennials emerging as the largest generation of homebuyers in today’s market, comprising 28% of all homebuyers, real estate agents need to master social media or they might miss out. Sixty percent of agents surveyed believe that social media provides higher quality leads than the MLS.

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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. As a listing agent, I believe so strongly in staging homes that it is part of the value of working with a Realtor.

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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. It’s founded by real estate agent Haley Ingram, who gets the struggles of agents with social media.

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

Cleveland Appraisal Blog

Your real estate agent is trying her best to get your home sold quickly and for the most money. Your home should look like nobody actually lives there, except for the furniture and generic decor. It’s better for your real estate agent and safer for your animals. Photo via Pexels.

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Unexpected HOA Rules New Homeowners Should Know

Eppraisal

Holiday Decorations Although they might not directly impact home value, leaving holiday decorations up months after the day may violate HOA rules. Be aware of any conditions addressing outside decor, as you might also be limited in what types of displays you can use.

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Checklist to Sell a House in BC

D Fritz Appraisals

This might include neutralizing the decor to appeal to a broader audience, rearranging furniture to optimize each room’s flow and functionality, and adding small touches such as fresh flowers or ambient lighting to enhance the home’s appeal.