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Is It Real? The Exorcist House, Fact vs Fiction

Fancy Pants Homes

If you’re a horror fan like us, then you’ve already watched (and rewatched) all the major classics, which include The Shining , Halloween , The Thing , and last but not least, The Exorcist. Now, there are a lot (and we mean A LOT) of movies out there related to exorcisms, but William Friedkin’s 1973 epic is undoubtedly the best. The movie marked various firsts: it was the first horror movie to be nominated for a Best Picture Academy Award, and the first movie to elicit some very disturbing react

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South Florida SilverSneakers Fitness

Waterfront Properties

SilverSneakers classes are unique fitness classes led by supportive instructors who are trained in senior fitness. COVID-19 has kept South Floridians out of the gym, and it has become too easy to slip away from pre-COVID exercise routines. Just because the candles on the cake “allege” a certain age, many seniors feel younger. Keep that youthful appeal.

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4 Steps to Establishing Your Real Estate Brand

RIS Media

You are in the people business and now, more than ever, people crave authenticity. Realness is what bolsters clients’ trust in you and makes them hire you. Fakeness often sends them running. When it comes to personal branding, your goal is not to create an image; it’s about building a brand that represents the real you. Here’s how to do that. 1.

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Tyler McLay’s experience as a young buyer helps clients get into the market

REM Online

The following content may have been republished here without the author's permission. The original post can be found at the following URL: Tyler McLay’s experience as a young buyer helps clients get into the market. Please visit REMonline.com for more content like this, and contact web@remonline.com to inform us of any unauthorized reproduction.

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3 Real Estate Office Hacks to Help Kickstart the Busy Season

Ready to better your Back Office? Dive into the secrets to a powerhouse back office with Brokermint expert, Jessica Souza. In this free download, she shares her 3 transformative hacks designed to clean house, get everyone on the same page, and set yourself up for success. From optimizing agent profiles to ensuring flawless transactions and boosting agent retention, these strategies are your ticket to a seamless operation.

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5 Ways to Save on Title Insurance

RIS Media

(TNS)—Title insurance gives you financial protection in case someone claims to have partial ownership of your home after you purchase and close on the property. Part of the lender’s title insurance requirements is to have a title agency check to see if there are any open claims against the home you are buying. If an issue appears before closing, the seller needs to take care of it, either with their own money or their own title insurance policy.

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RPR: Reimagined, Redesigned and Rebuilt—Just for REALTORS®

RIS Media

Since 2010, REALTORS® have relied on RPR®—Realtors Property Resource®—to give them on-the-go access to comprehensive data, powerful analytics and client-friendly reports. A refreshed version goes live in late February. It offers the same excellent features REALTORS® have come to expect but with many new elements and enhancements created with one user in mind—the REALTOR®.

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This Week’s Top Stories: Canadians See Their Homes Make More Than Them, But It Still Underperformed Other Investments

Better Dwelling

Time for your cheat sheet on this week’s top stories. Canadian Real Estate Everything’s A Bubble, And Canadian Real Estate Was One Of The Worst Returns Canadian real estate printed huge price gains this year, but how does it compare to other assets? Comparing returns for other investments that have been popular with Millennials, it […]. The post This Week’s Top Stories: Canadians See Their Homes Make More Than Them, But It Still Underperformed Other Investments appeared first on Better Dwe

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Moving Faster in 2021

RIS Media

I think I speak for most when I say that it’s a relief to have 2020 behind us. While the real estate industry had one of its best years yet, the trials of the pandemic and the associated economic carnage have left our country with a long road to recovery. Despite the steady stream of bleak news, I am bullish on 2021. Vaccines are being deployed, interest rates remain historically low and the Fed has signaled no immediate changes.

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Retire to Florida?

BubbleInfo

Hat tip to DB for sending in this article/trailer: New documentary, ‘Some Kind of Heaven’ explores the dark underside of America’s largest retirement community known as ‘The Villages’ in central Florida with a notorious swingers scene. The community was designed to be a manicured fantasy land for seniors aged 55+ ; grandchildren and visitors under […].

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Need Curated Pre-foreclosure Lists to Generate New Real Estate Leads? Trellis Has the Data!

Trellis is a state trial court research and analytics platform that provides Real Estate Professionals (Buyers, Foreclosure, Loan Modification, etc.) with LEADS on Pre-Foreclosures, Lis Pendes, Distressed Assets and more — to help uncover **new** opportunities and grow their business. The process is quick and easy — and all in real time. Trellis will supply you with a link to the relevant dockets, a Leads sheet and access to its UI where applicable.

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Top 10 Brooklyn Real Estate Listings: A Wood Frame in Prospect Heights, a Limestone in Bed Stuy

Brownstoner

The most popular listings on Brownstoner include a rental in Park Slope, a co-op in Brooklyn Heights and a row house in Windsor Terrace. Popular listings are scattered across the borough this week. The least expensive is the Park Slope rental at $4,750 a month and the most expensive is a… Read More > The post Top 10 Brooklyn Real Estate Listings: A Wood Frame in Prospect Heights, a Limestone in Bed Stuy appeared first on Brownstoner.

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Insane Seller’s Market Calls for… Auctions?

Notorious ROB

Since this is earnings week in real estate, with Realogy, Redfin and RE/MAX all reporting… I figured any non-VIP stuff I want to write, I should get in today. And as it happens, there is something I wanted to discuss and explore. In a crazy seller’s market like the one we have today, why aren’t. Read more. The post Insane Seller’s Market Calls for… Auctions?

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A Common Guide For Property Managers Charge? Fees, Costs & What To Expect

Rent, Buy & Sell

If you are a first-time investor or not aware of valuable services provided by Property Management Company then property management fees might seem intimidating to you. But when you got to know about the different services offered by a property management team you will automatically realize that fees are reasonable. Now, you must be wondering, What are the services they cover and what property management fees to expect?

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Freddie Mac: Mortgage Rates Moved Up in February

RIS Media

Freddie Mac recently released the results of its Primary Mortgage Market Survey® (PMMS®), showing that the 30-year fixed-rate mortgage (FRM) averaged 2.81%. “Reaching its highest point since mid-November, the 30-year fixed-rate mortgage averaged 2.81% this week,” said Sam Khater, Freddie Mac’s chief economist. “Economic spending has improved, due to the most recent stimulus, but supply chain shortages are causing downstream inflation, leading to higher mortgage rates.

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Accelerating Real Estate Sales Pipelines to Streamline Buyer Journeys

Navigated 360° tours, like YourVRTours, advance pipelines by engaging clients further along the sales funnel. These immersive experiences provide comprehensive property insights, increasing buyer intent and readiness. By embracing navigated tours, agents can optimize property exposure, better qualify leads, and streamline the sales process. Stay ahead in the ever-evolving real estate landscape with innovative technology that elevates buyer journeys and progresses pipelines more effectively.

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What to Do If You Inherit A Home

McKissock

Inheriting a house is likely to be one of the greatest gifts you can ever receive from a loved one or family member. However, receiving such a gift can sometimes come with its fair share of expenses and other headaches. Specifically referring to things like the time and cost to maintain the property, as well as any taxes and levies that might come with it.

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Want a Backyard Firepit? Try This Easy DIY Tutorial!

Homes.com

Warmer weather will be here before you know it! What better way to usher it in than by building a DIY backyard fire pit? This step-by-step tutorial video takes out all the guesswork of installing this popular backyard amenity. The post Want a Backyard Firepit? Try This Easy DIY Tutorial! appeared first on Homes.com.

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HUD Applauds U.S Formal Return to Paris Climate Agreement

RIS Media

The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) issued the following statement on the U.S. formal return to the Paris Climate Agreement: The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) applauds President Biden for officially rejoining the Paris Climate Agreement. Climate change is an urgent and growing threat, and HUD will play a vital role in U.S. efforts to advance programs and policies essential to tackling the climate crisis and to promoting energy efficiency and clean

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Osoyoos Realtor Allan Taylor moves to eXp Realty

REM Online

The following content may have been republished here without the author's permission. The original post can be found at the following URL: Osoyoos Realtor Allan Taylor moves to eXp Realty. Please visit REMonline.com for more content like this, and contact web@remonline.com to inform us of any unauthorized reproduction. While some professionals might be looking at hanging up their spurs and easing into retirement after four decades in the real estate industry, Allan Taylor of Osoyoos, B.C. decide

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Maximizing Your Online Presence: Tips for Real Estate Agents on Social Media

Speaker: Sarah Santa Ana, Real Estate Coach, Move4Free Realty

Networking is one of the crucial elements in every real estate organization's success. Both agents and real estate companies need to maintain robust networking links. This is why social media is essential for any real estate professional! Social media enables you to stay in touch with your present clients, maintain connections with your past clients, and engage potential customers and investors.

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How to Clean Your Gutters in 5 Steps

Louisville Homes

The gutters attached to the side of your house or edge of your roofing structure provide a way to ensure rainwater flows down to the drains. However, they also catch various debris such as leaves, twigs, and other items along the way that can create blockages and other issues. This piece gives you five steps on how clean your gutters. If need further information, Advantage Construction has a handy guide on maintaining your gutters.

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South Florida COVID-19 Update New Vaccine Sites

Waterfront Properties

Governor Ron DeSantis announced additional COVID-19 vaccine sites. The latest statistics for South Florida are as follows. There are 1,868,772 confirmed COVID-19 cases in Florida. 30,434 people have died. There are 117,559 confirmed COVID-19 cases in Palm Beach County. 2,394 people have died. Demand for the COVID-19 vaccine is far more than the supply the state has received so far.

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Existing-Home Sales Ticked Up Slightly in January

RIS Media

Existing-home sales ticked up slightly in January and increased 23.7% from a year ago, according to the latest data from the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR). January reported a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 6.69 million existing-home sales. Single-family home sales increased at a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 5.93 million in January, rising 0.2% from 5.92 million in December.

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Miami-Dade Total Home Sales Continue Surging in January 2021

Realty Biz

Miami-Dade County total home sales posted a double-digit increase for the fifth consecutive month in January 2021 as pent-up demand and record-low mortgage rates continue fueling transactions, according to the MIAMI Association of Realtors (MIAMI) and the Multiple Listing Service (MLS) system. Miami-Dade County total home sales jumped 19.1% year-over-year in January 2021, from 1,857 to 2,211.

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Rise of The Apps: Building Your Dream Tech Stack For Real Estate Success

Speaker: Trey Willard, Realtor/Team Leader at Keller Williams Realty, Inc.

In order to create continued success in today’s real estate market, realtors need to utilize an arsenal of technology that will increase their efficiency and presence on social media. Using technology to manage your prospects and tap into their needs through websites, social media, and other channels is critical for real estate success in 2022 and beyond.

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Fannie Mae: U.S. Economy Expected to Expand at 6.7% Clip in 2021

RIS Media

The U.S. economy is expected to grow 6.7%in 2021, an improvement not only from last year’s 2.5% contraction but up, too, compared to last month’s forecast of 5.3%, according to the February 2021 commentary from the Fannie Mae Economic and Strategic Research (ESR) Group. The latest forecast upgrade of full-year 2021 real GDP growth reflects greater-than-expected consumer spending in the winter months, slowing COVID-19 case rates and hospitalizations, and the likelihood of an impend

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Regional Spotlight: California Housing Market Momentum Continues

RIS Media

California’s housing market kicked off the year on a positive note, following up on December’s strong showing with double-digit price and sales growth on a yearly basis in January, according to the California Association of REALTORS® (C.A.R.). Closed escrow sales of existing, single-family detached homes in California totaled a seasonally adjusted annualized rate of 484,730 in January, according to information collected by C.A.R. from more than 90 local REALTOR® associations and ML

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Regional Spotlight: Florida’s Housing Market Going Strong

RIS Media

Florida’s housing market continued to show momentum in January even with the ongoing pandemic, with more closed sales, rising median prices, more new pending sales and increased pending inventory compared to a year ago, according to Florida REALTORS® latest housing data. Single-family existing home sales rose 18% compared to a year ago. “2021 began with the same market conditions we saw over the previous months, such as very low mortgage rates, high buyer demand and a lack of invento

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Projecting Safety Still Matters

RIS Media

Once the pandemic hit nearly one year ago, keeping a home safe from germs quickly became part of a REALTOR®’ s day-to-day. Everyone was talking about being more cautious and having controlled showings when allowing buyers into a prospective seller’s home. We immediately worked with our REALTORS® to create protocols so that they were truly doing everything they could to keep homes and home sellers safe.

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5 Data Proven Ways Agents Can Do 18% More Business

Curious as to how you could do 18% more business? How about 14 more transaction sides per year? Check out this infographic with data from a RealTrends study to learn more.