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How 2020 exposed a greater need for collaboration between real estate agents and LOs

Housing Wire

HousingWire: What role has the increase in technology played for both businesses and consumers in the real estate space? Vance Loiselle: In the 20th century, the primary technology innovations in real estate were the telephone and the MLS. HW: What steps in the real estate transaction could benefit from further digitalization?

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How chatbot technology can help real estate agents

Realty Biz

Chatbot technology offers numerous benefits to real estate agents, revolutionizing their operations and enhancing their interactions with clients. Here are several ways in which chatbots can assist real estate agents: Lead Generation: Chatbots can automate lead capture and qualification processes.

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How to Become a Real Estate Agent in Illinois (IL) in 5 Steps

Housing Wire

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. The actual professionals who many states call “brokers,” however, are called “managing brokers” in Illinois.

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Divvy Homes hits $2 billion valuation after latest funding round

Housing Wire

Existing investors and others including Andreessen Horowitz, Singapore’s GIC, GGV Capital and Moore Specialty Credit participated in the round, which pre-empted a capital raise that could have featured new investors, she said. We’re aiming to bring a legitimacy to alternative home financing options,” said Hefets.

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How to Become a Real Estate Agent in Texas: A Comprehensive Guide

Kyle Handy

Embarking on a career as a real estate agent in Texas can be both rewarding and challenging. This article will provide an informative guide on how to become a real estate agent in Texas and the potential benefits and challenges of pursuing this profession.

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The best online real estate school for every learning style & budget

Housing Wire

Price range: $105 to $1,795 Visit The CE Shop Budget pick Aceable Agent Affordable online, audio & mobile app courses Versatile learning options with hands-free audio recordings and a mobile app. Our favorite feature is Aceable Agent’s mobile app and narrated audio. Video content and excellent study tools.

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Is Buying Leads a Good Option for Agents?

The Residential Specialist

By Michelle Huffman With the decline in activity in some markets, agents are looking for new leads wherever they can find them. “In But many agents caution that these vendors offer poor-quality leads, low conversation rates and limited return on investment. Now she sees it as good training for agents underneath her.

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