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How to become a luxury real estate agent

Housing Wire

Develop in-depth knowledge, showcase your expertise, and position yourself as the go-to authority in that property or market niche. Use this tool: Coffee & Contracts Thoughtfully designed by former real estate agent Haley Ingram, Coffee & Contracts offers a suite of upscale social media templates for every social platform.

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Staying Relevant in the Appraisal Industry

Appraisal Buzz

Lamar: I have over 30 years of real estate valuation experience and hold the Appraisal Institute designations of MAI and SRA. I remember using a 35 mm camera and having to get my pictures developed. We sat down with a few of our hosts, Lamar Ellis and Matt Simmons, to get the inside scoop on this upcoming webinar.

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Appraisal Education: What to Expect

McKissock

Appraisal education falls into several different buckets: qualifying education, continuing education, license upgrade education, and professional development. What role will appraisal education play in your career? Qualifying education: The courses you need to take to become a licensed appraiser.

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7 best real estate schools in Massachusetts for 2024

Housing Wire

Exam Prep: The Basic Prelicensing package features three e-books and a course manual designed to help you retain essential real estate concepts and prepare for the state exam. And Exam Prep Plus includes 40 hours a month of Live Q&A with local instructors for a personal, guided approach.

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Q&A: Is It Time to Take On an Appraisal Trainee?

McKissock

They tend to assume that the trainee, once she earns the Certified Appraiser designation , will set up shop as a competitor. A: The standard model for taking on a trainee is on-the-job training, developing individuals by letting them learn by doing. On the other hand, the appraisal industry needs fresh blood.

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The ultimate guide to real estate lead generation ideas for  2023

Housing Wire

Learn more Use this tool: Market Leader Market Leader is a comprehensive software solution designed to generate and nurture real estate leads. To maximize their potential, develop a well-thought-out strategy. Effective marketing can attract a substantial number of visitors. Make sure the quiz aligns with your personal brand.

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How To Appraise Rural Properties

Appraisal Today

There may be seminars available. Despite its roots in a methodology designed to support appraisers, Value Acceptance appears to divorce itself from appraiser standards and oversight, leading to legitimate concerns regarding its reliability and accuracy. You may have some similar rural experience now! Another reason for upgrading!