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TRB Guest Blog: “Alternative Brokerage Models: Are We Trying to Solve a Problem That Doesn’t Exist?”

Toronto Realty Blog

Chris had the idea to talk about “discount brokerages,” and I thought it was great. Alternative Brokerage Models: Are We Trying to Solve a Problem That Doesn’t Exist? And ironically, this acquisition only gave further credibility to the potential of the commission-free brokerage model in Canada.

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11 Homeselling Myths, Debunked

The Close

After all, a new listing on the MLS gets the most attention in the first week. Selling a home is the same—it’s not just a sign in the yard and a posting on the MLS. Investments & Improvements Myth #6: Major Renovations Guarantee a Return on Investment Home tastes and styles change. Then interest starts to taper off.

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Realtor Safety Month: Resources for Agents & Teams

The Close

Realtor member associations, brokerages, agents, and teams can access resources to promote safety awareness. These resources provide education for Realtor associations, brokerages, teams, and agents. In August 2023, MLS system provider Rapattoni was a victim of a cyberattack, causing outages across the US.

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Best real estate apps for agents in 2024

Housing Wire

While the quality might not be as high as what you’ll get from a professional Matterport camera, Zillow 3D Home is free, easy to use, and lets you post scroll-stopping virtual tours directly to your MLS, social media and Zillow. Think of it as another concierge service to offer your buyers to help you stand out.

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How to prepare a comparative market analysis (CMA) report

Housing Wire

However, it may be helpful to add short descriptions like “renovated” or “XL terrace” to show unique features of the properties you’ve included in a “Notes” section at the end of your CMA report. Your brokerage may also have a branded template available for use. They are more appropriate for an appraisal.

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Should Real Estate Investors Get Their Realtor’s License?

Realty Biz

That’s the price of a new kitchen renovation or the hand-scraped hardwood floors I want to put into the house!” Access to the MLS When you hold your own realtor’s license you do have access to the local MLS (Multiple Listing Service). There are some exclusive listings on the MLS still. would get the other 3%.

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Zillow vs. Family Owned Brokerages: 6 Ways First Team Real Estate Saves Southern California Homeowners Thousands When Selling A Home

First Team Real Estate

Here are the 6 ways we, as a local family-owned brokerage , help our clients save thousands of dollars on their home sale while providing our signature quality service that has secured us a 98% satisfaction rating among Southern California homeowners. MORE than family-owned brokerages like ours! Market Trends? Their Strategy.

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