December, 2019

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How to Leverage Low Winter Inventory to Promote Your Stale Listings

Boom Town

Feeling the business lull of the winter season? Often in real estate things slow down around the holidays and we tend to focus our efforts on business planning and goal-setting. However, with low winter inventory there is actually a big gap of opportunity that you should be taking advantage of! Most sellers are under the impression that spring is the best time to list their home.

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Find Out What Really Happens When You Waive Contingencies to Score a Home

Realtor.com

Monopoly: Hasbro Concept: Greg Chow In a white-hot market, you may feel pressure to make some concessions to win over a seller—and, no, we’re not talking about sending a basket of banana-nut muffins. When you make an offer on a home, it’s standard to throw in some contingencies —telling the seller that if the home isn’t up to snuff for a variety of reasons, you have the right to walk away from the deal—with all of your cash in hand.

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How Will Rent Control Impact Property Management Companies in 2020?

App Folio

Rent control is a controversial topic in the real estate world, since market changes in this area can have a dramatic impact on both investment and property management businesses. . With recent changes in California and Oregon law, several states now have state-wide rent control regulations. Some states, such as New York, have new jurisdictions with rent control rules in place, while others follow the Dillon rule, which means that cities or districts may implement rent control measures, but they

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Top tips for financing an investment property

Dwell Real Estate

The Sarasota area is a wonderful place to call home and a special place to vacation throughout the year. Along with helping customers find their forever homes, we work with a plethora of people looking to buy investment properties. Everything from flips, long/short term lease opportunities and vacation rentals. Earlier this week, I came across this article from Inman.com providing readers with some great, mindful tips for taking on an investment property, but specifically giving advice on how to

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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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Bloomberg TV 12-3-19: Super Luxury Oversupply

Miller Samuel INC

I got to speak with Lisa Abramowicz on her Bloomberg TV show " Money Undercover " yesterday. She is a great follow on Twitter. Best of all, I sat in a comfy chair. Lisa mentioned the topic of "inventory loans" that developers are relying heavily on to limp to the next upcycle with lots of unsold inventory. Hedge funds have dived headfirst into this space, even developers who are in good financial state are lending money on unsold condo inventory.

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What You Need to Qualify for a Home Mortgage

REX Homes

Finding the perfect house is only a small part of the homebuying process.

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What Does an Appraiser Do?

Realtor.com

ftwitty/iStock When you’re considering buying a house, there are two sides to the story: the seller’s asking price and the actual value of the property. This is where an appraiser steps in. Is the new home you’re looking at priced too high? A real estate appraisal can let you know whether the amount being asked is a fair purchase price. Here’s more on the home appraisal process, so you can learn the true value of your future home.

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Closing the Gap: 3 Simple Ways to Enhance the Customer Experience

App Folio

Delivering outstanding customer experiences and instant service to renters is essential in today’s on-demand economy. Rapid innovations in the tech space with mobile apps, automation, and artificial intelligence are changing the way consumers interact with businesses. The world’s economy is shifting, along with the needs of the consumer. As a result, there’s a new, growing demand for instant service and information. .

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Manhattan Annual Price Records By Property Type Since 1982

Miller Samuel INC

LOL, I had to move our company logo to the "left" to accommodate the 2019 condo record. Click on the chart to expand.

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What Property Managers Should Know About the Low Income Housing Tax Credit Program

App Folio

With a national shortage of more than 7 million affordable rental homes for low-income families, there is a significant need for investors and property managers to focus their attention on new affordable housing projects that will serve those who need it most. According to the NLIHC , 71% of extremely low income households in the U.S. are severely cost-burdened, which means that more than half of their income is spent on housing.

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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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The Benefits of Switching to Top-Ranking Property Management Software

App Folio

If you’re thinking about making the transition to new property management software, there couldn’t be a better time. More and more businesses are shifting to modern tools to drive efficiency and success. In a recent study conducted by AppFolio in partnership with John Burns Real Estate Consulting, 77.7% of property managers reported that they are open to adopting new technology in their business. .

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AppFolio Recognized by Glassdoor as a Best Place to Work in 2020

App Folio

Which comes first — happy employees, or happy customers? Of course, when your employees are passionate, enthusiastic, and driven, it’s no surprise that they can provide excellent service that will make a difference for your customers. . But in order to motivate the talented people on your team to provide that service each and every day, happy customers are also part of the equation.

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The Ultimate Guide for Buying a Home in San Diego

REX Homes

With its pristine beaches, amazing weather, and an abundance of fun activities, it’s no…

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Leaders in Tech – Panee Segal, VP Sales & Business Operations

REX Homes

“Leaders in Tech…” is a Q&A series that highlights the dynamic REX executive team, leading…

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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.