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Selling your home? Make sure you’re aware of hidden costs

Housing Wire

While a real estate agent’s commission is one of the most expensive costs, it definitely isn’t the only one. From staging fees, home improvements, repairs and seller concessions, there are several hidden costs involved in the selling process. Real Estate Commission. Seller Concessions. Staging Costs.

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9 Things Clients Expect from Their Real Estate Agent

McKissock

Part of knowing your audience as a real estate agent is anticipating what they need and expect from your services. Without accounting for your real estate clients’ common needs and expectations , you might be underperforming and risk losing their business. Handle Negotiations and Close the Deal.

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

Housing Wire

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. Even vacant homes need staging: stage the living, dining, primary and exterior space as needed and add in some art and decor.

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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. 1: Conduct an Informative Listing Presentation. 3: Prepare Your Client for the “What If” Scenarios.

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How to Incorporate Virtual Staging Into Your Listings

McKissock

If the furniture is too small, however, the room can look too sparse and awkward, and you do a disservice to your sellers by not showing the property’s true potential. While some buyers prefer mid-century decor and others might lean toward a minimalistic look, you have to meet everyone in the middle. Keep things relatively modern.

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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.