Real Trends

JULY 10, 2023

Below are 10 steps you can take to win the listing! Step 6: During the home tour, take notes and ask questions. Step 7: Discuss pricing strategies with the seller. Provide them with three pricing strategies. Then ask them which strategy they prefer and where in the price range you give them they want to begin.

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The Close

JANUARY 9, 2024

As any experienced agent will tell you, the hardest real estate objections to overcome happen when your seller is the most emotional. In this article, I’ll share some of my best strategies for handling objections in real estate. They may say things like, “Is there any negotiating your commission?”

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Realtor.com

DECEMBER 10, 2020

fstop123/Getty Images Whether you’re buying your first home or your 11th, there’s one thing we all think about when it comes time to negotiate the deal: wiggling that pesky price down as much as possible. But it’s not the only negotiable part of the sale—there are plenty of other ways to haggle aside from list price. “In

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RIS Media

JULY 8, 2021

When navigating highly complex, multiple-offer negotiations in the current real estate market, it’s important for agents representing buyers to be prepared, proactive, and provide the best chance to win a bid for their dream home. Over-prepare on pricing strategies in advance.

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Real Trends

OCTOBER 16, 2023

Here are the following strategies agents can use to guide first-time homebuyers toward achieving this monumental step. Strategies may include creating a credit repair plan, paying down outstanding debts, and managing credit responsibly. The win, essentially, is the strategy. I’ll explain later.)

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Realty Biz

MARCH 29, 2021

House flipping indicates that buyers strongly believe they can earn without prior information in the real estate sector. Though the media has been at the forefront to spread real estate information, the bottom line is you need the right personality and resources to make money without engaging in long-term rental property.

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The Close

FEBRUARY 9, 2024

You may have read online that many real estate agents fail. So the questions are, “Why do real estate agents fail?” I will explain the seven main reasons why real estate agents fail and provide tips on how to avoid these mistakes. Key takeaways in this article: Have a winning mindset.

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The Close

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

Real estate has universal truths (the lockbox will not work), but agents have to be diplomatic despite these truths. All that you learn—all of these little details—are part of your pricing strategy but not part of the Zestimate. You will win them over with correct data and a persuasive point of view.

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Realty Biz

MARCH 29, 2021

House flipping indicates that buyers strongly believe they can earn without prior information in the real estate sector. Though the media has been at the forefront to spread real estate information, the bottom line is you need the right personality and resources to make money without engaging in long-term rental property.

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The Close

APRIL 28, 2022

After getting punched in the face a few times, you have to decide to either quit or come up with another strategy. We’ll share our strategies to improve your offer by reducing the negative aspects of financing while creatively solving some of the other concerns a seller may have. A true WIN-WIN! Use a Cash Lender.

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The Close

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

Real estate has universal truths (the lockbox will not work), but agents have to be diplomatic despite these truths. All that you learn—all of these little details—are part of your pricing strategy but not part of the Zestimate. You will win them over with correct data and a persuasive point of view.

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The Close

JULY 25, 2023

Trying to capture hard numbers on an average real estate agent salary is like trying to nail Jell-O to a wall: messy and imprecise. But here at The Close, we developed a salary database tool that gives unique insight into real estate agent salaries in each state—and we bet the results will surprise you.

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HomeLight

JANUARY 29, 2021

While the life of a real estate agent may seem like a series of champagne-laden lavish open houses, the daily grind of a real estate agent is no walk in the park. Many think of real estate agents who have a license because they like to go look at houses and have helped one or two friends.”. Remember that 5.8%

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Kyle Handy

MAY 4, 2023

The real estate industry can be a rewarding profession, offering numerous opportunities for growth and success. However, despite the potential for lucrative careers, many real estate agents don’t make it past their first few years in the business.

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Broke Agent Media

MARCH 1, 2023

Having said that, March is a FANTASTIC month for real estate content. So, how can you incorporate this into your real estate content? This is perhaps the most important day in the history of real estate. Now, I am writing blogs for real estate agents about how to trendjack Spring Training.

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Housing Wire

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

Real estate farming, otherwise known as geo-farming, is a dependable lead generation method that can help to create a steady pipeline of real estate leads and clients in your area. If you want to add effective real estate farming tips, tools and tactics to your marketing arsenal, our guide will show you how it’s done.

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The Close

OCTOBER 4, 2022

Through research and interviews, we evaluated dozens of real estate companies based on the criteria that matter most to you. Best Real Estate Companies of 2022. If this is you, check out The Close’s #1 pick for Real Estate Lead Generation in 2022: Market Leader. Brokerage Best For. Visit Market Leader.

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HomeLight

OCTOBER 25, 2021

In the right scenario, yes,” it may make sense to sell to your renter, says AJ Petterson with The Advisory Realty Group , a high performance real estate team in Minneapolis that also specializes in Townhome sales. As is advisable in any home sale, work with a top real estate agent to evaluate the strength of your renter’s offer.

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Louisville Homes

OCTOBER 9, 2020

Of course, this article doesn’t cover everything you might encounter in a real estate transaction. Should I hire a Real Estate Agent or Not? Yes, hiring a real estate agent will cost you some money. Even experienced sellers may not be up-to-date on the latest laws that affect real estate transactions.

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HomeLight

FEBRUARY 26, 2021

According to leading real estate analytics company Black Knight, home values have appreciated at a 25-year average of 3.9% In fact, there’s a lot you can do to refine your home-selling strategy toward maximizing value. Our data shows that the top 5% of real estate agents across the U.S. annually up through 2019.

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The Close

MARCH 1, 2022

Consistently generating real estate buyer leads is what sets successful agents apart, especially early in their careers. If you want to climb the success ladder in the real estate industry, you’ve got to deploy strategies that will create a steady stream of buyer clients. Check out our best real estate CRMs guide.

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HomeLight

SEPTEMBER 15, 2022

And do you still need a real estate agent if you decide to take your home to auction? Eyal Pasternak, owner of Liberty House Buying Group in Miami, Florida, says the main reason homeowners sell their properties at auctions is that they can get deals done quicker rather than relying on a real estate agent.

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HomeLight

JANUARY 29, 2021

We consulted two real estate attorneys and a top agent for insight on how sellers pull off an agent-free home sale. Hire a real estate attorney to facilitate a sale to a known buyer. The cash buyer’s strategy is to use a seller’s desire for convenience to leverage a lower price. Money and blood don’t mix.

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The Close

JANUARY 24, 2024

Barbara Corcoran Is there a better place to start than with the grande dame of real estate? What You’ll Learn From Barbara Corcoran When it comes to real estate, she encourages agents to shed their fear, to be convinced that they can and will succeed because, well, they have to.

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HomeLight

DECEMBER 22, 2022

The real estate industry landscape has changed dramatically in the last few years, with lots of hills and valleys to navigate. But maybe a roadmap would be helpful, especially one from the top coach in real estate. Regardless of how hard it’s gonna be, they’re still gonna win. Prospect however you can.

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The Close

DECEMBER 9, 2022

Real estate negotiation sounds easy on paper, but in practice even small mistakes can sink deals. You need to understand psychology, strategy, and a shifting market to get the best outcome for your clients. That’s why we decided to update this guide to real estate negotiation.

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Dwell Real Estate

MARCH 4, 2021

These are crazy times for our local real estate market. We came across a great article in Forbes discussing how to navigate through a multiple offer situation and ways to put you in a better scenario to win the bidding war. Work with a Realtor Your Realtor, or real estate agent, is your most important ally in a bidding war.

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Dwell Real Estate

MARCH 4, 2021

These are crazy times for our local real estate market. We came across a great article in Forbes discussing how to navigate through a multiple offer situation and ways to put you in a better scenario to win the bidding war. In a hot housing market, it’s often not enough to quickly make an offer on a house you just discovered.

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Redfin

APRIL 7, 2023

To help you navigate the real estate landscape in Dallas, we’ve compiled a list of 11 essential tips from local real estate agents. From understanding the local market conditions to negotiating with sellers, our expert advice will help you make informed decisions and secure your dream home in Dallas.

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The Close

APRIL 26, 2022

Our persistence and strategy led to more than $1 billion in sales in 2021 and we’re on track to hit our goal of closing a thousand buyers in 2022. The good news is that homeowners of older expired listings aren’t receiving the 20 calls a day from desperate real estate agents that are typical for newly expired listings.

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Toronto Realty Blog

APRIL 28, 2021

Welcome to life as a real estate agent, folks! A crowd of real estate ghosts probably would have started betting on how long it would take for the first call to come in after that email went out. Many agents, both novice and veteran, simply freeze in this situation and don’t act with any purpose or strategy.

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HomeLight

APRIL 15, 2022

After some email back-and-forth, they get their final iBuyer offer: Offer details: 98% of what a real estate agent estimated they could earn, minus a 5% service fee, a $2,000 repair credit, and 1% in closing costs. . Let’s take a closer look at the iBuyer real estate trend and common questions about how iBuyers work.

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Redfin

MAY 31, 2023

In this Redfin article, we dive deep into the world of vacation rentals, revealing powerful strategies to make your property shine and leave guests in awe. Discover your secret formula to winning a rave review “We’ve found that rave reviews are the secret to creating successful, five-star rental properties,” says ALL IN.

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Lab Coat Agents

MARCH 2, 2021

Great real estate agents know an objection is little more than an opportunity hidden in plain sight. In fact, handling real estate objections with empathy and expertise might just be the quickest way to turn uninterested prospects into engaged and loyal customers. Two words: you don’t.

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Toronto Realty Blog

APRIL 19, 2023

So unlike many buyers who have a real impetus for a move, such as being pregnant with twins and living in a one-bedroom condo, or wanting to get out of the rental market and into the housing market, Georgia and Zach don’t need to move. An absolute eternity in real estate time, but the clients didn’t see it that way.

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HomeLight

AUGUST 31, 2021

In short: a rent-to-own deal makes the most sense when it’s going to be a win-win for both parties. The real risks of rent-to-own contracts for buyers. While the amount is negotiable, it’s typically between 2.5% With a lease-purchase or rent-to-own agreement, you do have an obligation to buy the home.

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The Close

MAY 14, 2024

Every top-producing listing agent I know agrees that there are only three things agents need to do to win every listing appointment: 1. So, for you to have the best chances of getting new listing clients, I’ve gathered all the best tips and strategies to prepare for your listing appointment. How do you handle real estate negotiations

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