Housing Wire

OCTOBER 9, 2023

If you’re interested in becoming a real estate agent in Illinois, you’ll be happy to hear that the path to getting your real estate license in the Prairie State doesn’t require as much of a time commitment as other states. 1] As a real estate broker in Illinois, it is not legal for you to work independently.

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Housing Wire

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

The tool requires real estate agents to upload a minimum of 10 photos of the property. CEO and Co-Founder at Revive, Michael Alladawi, emphasized that while “Revive Vision AI” provides comprehensive information, it should complement and not replace expert advice.

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Housing Wire

JANUARY 18, 2021

That’s what real estate agents are here for. Almost 90% of buyers recently used a real estate agent or broker to purchase their home, according to the National Association of Realtors. A real estate agent is a licensed professional who can guide you through the homebuying process.

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Housing Wire

NOVEMBER 21, 2023

You might have heard about AI in sci-fi movies or tech conferences, but do you know that it’s a game-changer for real estate agents too? Artificial Intelligence (AI) is your secret sauce to becoming the ultimate authority in the real estate world. That’s right! Who said writing had to be a headache?

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Housing Wire

JULY 28, 2023

Real estate agents and business leaders play a pivotal role in improving the cities in which they operate, making community service an essential value to their professions. When client-facing, agents can point to online ratings and further sources of information for their clients to conduct their own due diligence.

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Housing Wire

JANUARY 19, 2021

I saw a social media post recently by our local ‘mega-agent’ entitled: “Breaking News: Individual Real Estate agents added to Endangered Professions List!”. This post compares the individual real estate agent to “a tennis player using a wooden racket” or “a football player with a leather helmet.”

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Real Estate Agent Real Estate Agents Clients 450

Housing Wire

AUGUST 14, 2023

A ransomware attack has crippled Rapattoni, a Southern California data host for property listing information. Santa Rosa-based Bay Area Real Estate Information Service (BAREIS) and other MLSes, who are clients of Rapattoni, fell victim of the cyberattack. The attack affected approximately 8,200 users of BAREIS.

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Housing Wire

AUGUST 9, 2023

This piece will explore some of the key domains where AI is having the greatest impact for real estate agents, brokers and the innovative companies leading the charge. The vast majority of real estate agents do not make it past the first touchpoint before they drop off, leaving an immense amount of opportunity on the table.”

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Real Estate Agent Real Estate Agents Clients 370

Housing Wire

JANUARY 19, 2022

The Financial Crimes Enforcement Network , or FinCEN, is floating a proposed anti-money laundering rule that could impose reporting mandates on a broad swath of professionals in the residential real estate market, including real estate agents, brokers, attorneys, title insurance companies and settlement agents.

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Housing Wire

SEPTEMBER 18, 2020

No matter how experienced a real estate agent is, he or she relies on leads for business growth. But industry professionals report that there’s a misconception among agents about conversion rates. The post What conversion rate should real estate agents expect when they purchase leads?

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Housing Wire

JUNE 30, 2021

The ideal real estate agent-lender relationship is symbiotic: the agent earns trust with their borrowers by connecting them with a great lending resource, while the lender receives a steady stream of business from the agent. Still, lenders are wise to cultivate rapport with real estate agents.

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Housing Wire

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023

While tax planning is a year-round task, real estate agents can take some specific actions before the New Year to significantly cut their taxable income. Check out Publication 463, Travel, Entertainment, Gift, and Car Expenses , for more information on vehicle deductions.

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Housing Wire

APRIL 26, 2024

We curated a shortlist of the top real estate podcasts that provide useful information for agents at every stage of their careers. Whether you’re new to selling real estate or have decades of experience, everyone can learn valuable lessons and gain motivation from this podcast’s discussions with guests.

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Housing Wire

JULY 27, 2023

Production of teams vs. individual agents RealTrends has provided verified ranking information since 2007 for individual agents and teams in the United States. While most brokerage firms have embraced teams, some have not. This report can serve as guidance when choosing teams for your brokerage.

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Housing Wire

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

These services are highly important to both our agents and their clients — and they translate into more homes sold for the best prices possible. 3. Set clear standards of excellence Don’t assume agents and staff are clear on what excellent service means and requires — it’s your job to provide them with that information as a leader.

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Housing Wire

FEBRUARY 23, 2024

However, recent data breaches involving major players like loanDepot , First American Financial , and others have shed light on the vulnerability of sensitive information within the industry. Many personal dreams and aspirations take shape in our industry, so safeguarding information is essential.

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Housing Wire

FEBRUARY 24, 2021

The end result has created a far more educated and informed consumer while also breaking down what we consider traditional B2B and B2C channels. Consumers today expect access to instant information and don’t want to spend lots of time making calls to coordinate showings or filling out paperwork to get a mortgage.

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Appraisal Buzz

NOVEMBER 8, 2021

SimpleNexus , a homeownership platform designed for loan officers, borrowers, real estate agents and settlement agents, now allows users to gather initial loan information in Spanish.

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Birmingham Appraisal

DECEMBER 19, 2023

Tips To Make An Agent’s Life Easier The job of a real estate agent is extensive. There was a popular post that many agents were sharing on Facebook recently that listed all of the hats that an agent must wear. This can cost the borrower more and possibly delay the closing.

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Housing Wire

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

Below are a few ways originators can best present themselves to real estate agents and stand out in a saturated market. Right now, people are craving face time, so why not offer real estate agents and networking peers that opportunity?

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Inman

APRIL 9, 2024

DataTrace, which now operates more than 1,800 U.S. title plants, says the remarkable granularity of its data can help identify renters who are getting ready to buy, empty nesters and fix-and-flip investors.

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Housing Wire

APRIL 9, 2024

It’s imperative for real estate agents to inform homebuyers about DPA opportunities so more people can qualify for a mortgage and begin building generational wealth through homeownership,” Rob Chrane, founder and CEO of DPR, said in a statement.

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McKissock

JANUARY 31, 2023

As part of our Question of the Month survey series, we asked members of our appraisal community, “What’s one thing you wish real estate agents knew about the appraisal process?” ” “Their assistance is instrumental in obtaining accurate information. .” ” “We need their input.

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Housing Wire

OCTOBER 3, 2023

HousingWire recently spoke with Ashley Terrell, chief revenue officer at Milestones , about the value of real estate agents and why it is critical for the industry to start helping buyers’ agents justify their value not only during the 30-60 day transaction period but through the 7-10 year period of homeownership.

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Housing Wire

JANUARY 12, 2024

Home buyers and sellers rely on the expertise and guidance of real estate agents, especially when making a long-distance move,” Gene Millman, the president and CEO of REcolorado, said in a statement. “We

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Birmingham Appraisal

JUNE 13, 2023

Appraisal Tips For Real Estate Agents As a real estate appraiser with over 30 years of experience, I have seen many changes and challenges in the appraisal profession and the real estate market. I believe that appraisers and agents have a common goal: to help their clients buy or sell a home.

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Housing Wire

OCTOBER 27, 2023

These virtual marketplaces provide efficiency, transparency and accurate information to facilitate home transactions. That requires real estate professionals to cooperate with each other by sharing pertinent information with competitors regarding the home and about the terms of a potential transaction.

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Housing Wire

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

RealReports is a real estate platform that gathers property data , ranging from climate risk to valuation, in one place. It pulls information from more than 30 data providers and also features an AI-powered assistant, Aiden, which can answer questions about a property.

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Housing Wire

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

Your real estate website should serve multiple functions, almost like a digital business card with an MLS listing storefront, a booking platform, a home valuation page, and even your background story and biography. Remember — your prospective clients are glancing through dozens of agents’ websites.

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Birmingham Appraisal

JUNE 21, 2023

Real estate agents, as trusted guides for their clients, must possess a good understanding of the factors that influence property appraisals. In this blog post, I’ll discuss key appraisal factors, and common challenges, and offer valuable insights for real estate agents to navigate the appraisal process effectively.

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Housing Wire

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

With the two biggest meme accounts in real estate now under one roof, BAM is continuing its mission to empower real estate agents with the tools, knowledge and information needed to excel. This feels like a watershed moment for our brands, and I can’t wait to see where this takes us.

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Housing Wire

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

Your path to real estate licensure begins with 120 hours of classes in an approved Ohio real estate license education program. From completing your required coursework to taking the licensing exam, keep reading to learn how to become a real estate agent in Ohio. Ready to find a real estate brokerage?

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Housing Wire

APRIL 26, 2024

FHA will move forward with its proposal that permits contributions by the property seller, real estate agent, builder, or developer to HECM for Purchase borrowers’ closing costs,” the update said. We look forward to continuing to share information with the agency as it bolsters this crucial loan program.”

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Birmingham Appraisal

JULY 12, 2023

In this blog post, we will delve into the concept of the Law of Diminishing Returns and explore how real estate agents can utilize this knowledge to effectively price their listings. Pricing a property correctly from the outset is crucial for attracting potential buyers and maximizing the seller’s return on investment.

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Housing Wire

OCTOBER 25, 2023

Through this collaboration, all Keyes agents will benefit from RealReports, BHR’s flagship product. To do so, RealReports is pulling information from over 30 data providers. For example, when a consumer is looking at an agent’s RealReport, they typically give out their contact information.

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McKissock

JULY 26, 2021

Ever wondered what it takes to work in real estate with celebrities? Being a celebrity real estate agent isn’t too different from working with clients who aren’t famous — but there are a few notable takeaways to focus on each time you have a celebrity client. Privacy is always the best policy.

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McKissock

APRIL 25, 2022

Want your real estate career to make an impact on your local community? There are ways real estate agents can give back and serve people in need. Through real estate charities and some creative thinking you can use your career to help others—you might meet some like-minded real estate agents while doing it, too.

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