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‘Silver tsunami’ could have a bigger impact on 2024’s housing market: analyst

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The “ silver tsunami ” — a colloquialism referring to aging Americans changing their housing arrangements to accommodate aging — could have more of an impact on the housing market this year, according to analyst Meredith Whitney in a conversation with Yahoo Finance. “[T]he

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Joint ventures between title firms and real estate companies are under the microscope

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In 1983 Jim Campbell launched what is believed to be the first joint venture experiment between a real estate brokerage and a title and settlement firm. Campbell is now something of a JV guru, having completed over 80 joint ventures with real estate or lending firms. Image was created using MidJourney.

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6 steps to add to your real estate communication plan

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To get started, here are six steps to incorporate into your real estate communication plan. Send specific videos to your email database The videos can range from housing market reports to just-listed, just-sold or listings wanted for your motivated buyers. Tim and Julie Harris host a podcast for real estate professionals.

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Strategies for securing listings in today’s housing market

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In the competitive world of real estate, effectively and consistently securing listings is the key to success. Satisfied past clients become valuable advocates, referring you to their family, friends and neighbors when it’s time to sell. Networking Networking is a powerful strategy for gaining real estate listings.

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An inside look at local housing markets across the country

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Local markets spotlights 5 different areas across the country, showcasing what is uniquely happening in those housing markets. Local real estate agents, loan officers and appraisers share what characteristics are currently defining their housing markets. Louisville, Kentucky. It blows my mind.”

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How to get a real estate license in Texas

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Texas residents interested in becoming a real estate agent must first complete 180 hours of approved coursework to be eligible to sit the state licensure exam. We estimate that it’ll take three to six months to get up and running as a licensed real estate agent in the Lone Star State.

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Is housing market demand starting to weaken?

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Nearly 50% of homes sold for more than their list price during the four weeks ending May 16, but there are signs that housing market demand may be reaching its peak, according to a recent study from Redfin. 2019 is being used as a reference point since 2020 data is skewed by the pandemic.). .” from a year ago.