Housing Wire

APRIL 18, 2025

Third-party inspections Although city and county inspectors verify code compliance, hiring an independent home inspector can provide additional peace of mind. To help you make informed decisions and avoid costly missteps, heres what you need to know before diving into a new build: 1. Red flags Choosing a reputable builder is crucial.

Purchase and sale agreement

Housing Wire

JUNE 9, 2025

Most agents we work with have, but usually to write listing descriptions packed to the gills with fluffy language and way too many em dashes. Here are twelve mind-blowing ideas and prompts smart agents are using to close more deals with ChatGPT in 2025. Sound familiar? Oh, and it’s also getting smarter and faster every day.

Branding

Housing Wire

DECEMBER 6, 2024

Real estate agents often make the mistake of believing their clients will remember them forever but they dont. Its up to us as agents to stay engaged and stay in contact with our clients. Content: Agents can include any combination of data and information. When you buy through our links, we may earn a commission. Lets dive in!

Pre-approval

Housing Wire

MAY 14, 2025

Since its inception, the program has supported more than 300 companies, with expansion into commercial real estate and six global markets since 2019.

Commercial

Housing Wire

MAY 14, 2025

A real estate agent is an obvious and common choice; however, that is only one of the many options that could be a perfect fit for your personality and career goals. Skills to thrive: Successful agents are honest communicators, detail-oriented and organized, which makes transactions seamless for their clients.

Property Management

Housing Wire

JANUARY 29, 2025

The use of artificial intelligence (AI) is becoming the new norm for many real estate agents and brokerages. Most brokerages had between 101 and 500 agents, and most closed $1 billion to $5 billion in total transaction volume. Additionally, younger real estate agents are no longer leading mainstream AI usage.

Brokerage

Keeping Current Matters

JUNE 26, 2025

Lean on your local agent. Flexibility Wins Negotiations Gone are the days of buyers waiving inspections and appraisals just to get a deal done. Learn more! For Sellers , Home Prices , Selling Tips What Every Homeowner Needs To Know In Today’s Shifting Market Facebook Twitter Pinterest LinkedIn Here’s something you need to know.

Marketing

Housing Wire

AUGUST 5, 2025

Plus, while other agents are chasing FSBOs and expired listings, foreclosure leads are often overlooked. 10 proven ways to find foreclosure leads There’s no single place to find every foreclosure lead which is why successful agents and investors use a mix of strategies. What makes these leads so valuable is motivation.

Banks

BAM Media

DECEMBER 2, 2024

” It’s the time when some agents ease off the gas, while others push full throttle, setting themselves up for a strong finish to 2024 and a head start in 2025. Your Nice List can include agents who leave out water bottles at opens, friends who refer you to clients, and clients who actually know what they are looking for.

Agents

Redfin

JULY 25, 2025

Some buyers waive the right to a home inspection to speed up the closing process or stand out in a competitive market, but in most cases, it’s best to include an inspection contingency in your offer. Home inspection checklist for buyers If your offer has been accepted, the next step for the buyer is likely the home inspection.

Inspection

Lighter Side of Real Estate

JUNE 3, 2025

Waiving contingencies like inspections or appraisals became a common tactic, not necessarily because buyers wanted tobut because it sometimes felt like the only way to be seen on equal footing. The idea is to prevent buyers from feeling pressured into waiving their right to an inspection. If youve felt that pressure, youre not alone.

Inspection

Redfin

JUNE 18, 2025

Yes, a condo inspection is a crucial step in protecting yourself from unexpected repairs and hidden liabilities inside your home. That’s why a condo inspection is a crucial step in protecting yourself before you buy. In this article: Why is a condo inspection important? What does a full condo inspection include?

Inspection

The Living Room

JUNE 27, 2025

Buying a home is exciting, but inspections can be nerve-wracking. To make sure your investment is sound, understanding the inspection process is essential. This guide breaks down what an inspector does, how to read inspection reports, and how to tell major issues from minor ones. It can accumulate, especially in basements.

Inspection

HomeLight

MAY 14, 2025

But I think the real goal behind it, is that it’s generally a time-saving mechanism for the seller because, as you know, selling a home is a full-time job, says Mikail Stein , a top-selling Vermont real estate agent with over a decade of experience. Looking to sell a house as is” in Vermont? Real estate transfer taxes?

As-is

HomeLight

MAY 15, 2025

Younger people want to get out of apartments and into a house dramatically, they want to get into a house, says Patsy Whitney , an expert real estate agent with 40 years of experience. Whitney is known for completing transactions 42% faster than the average agent in their market. Looking to sell a house as is in Plymouth?

As-is

Lighter Side of Real Estate

MARCH 11, 2025

If you wait until the market is already in full swing, you may struggle to secure the right real estate agent, miss out on great homes, or find yourself caught in a frenzy of competing buyers. Thats why its a good idea to get the ball rolling with your real estate agent before the spring market kicks off.

Pre-approval

HomeLight

JULY 29, 2025

As-is sales are most often seen in inherited homes, rental properties, or situations involving relocation or foreclosure,” says Jason Huerkamp , a top-performing Minneapolis agent who sells homes 75% faster than the average agent in his market. “As-is Looking into selling a house “as is” in Minneapolis?

As-is

HomeLight

JULY 23, 2025

The most common reason is that the home needs repairs or updating that the seller doesn’t want to do,” says Peter Derry , a leading South Carolina agent who works with over 67% more single-family homes than the average local agent. “The Looking to sell a house “as is” in South Carolina? Yes Is a real estate attorney required?

As-is

Rochester Real Estate

NOVEMBER 5, 2015

What To Expect From Your Listing Agent Why For Sale By Owners (FSBOs) Fail Blog Featured Articles Home Buying Home Selling LOCAL Rochester NY Articles Should I Waive My Home Inspection When Buying A House? Should I Have A Home Inspection When Buying A House Buying a home is a significant investment and one you want to be happy with.

Inspection

Redfin

JUNE 25, 2025

Buying a home is an exciting adventure but it often comes with surprises during the property inspection. From sneaky leaks to electrical quirks, the most common home inspection problems include structural damage, roof and plumbing issues, outdated electrical panels, HVAC concerns, water damage, termites, safety hazards, and drainage problems.

Inspection

Lighter Side of Real Estate

DECEMBER 23, 2024

From inspections and appraisals to paperwork and deadlines, youll need to work (and play nice!) But once they do the home inspection, they sometimes conveniently forget thats what they agreed to and send along a long list of things for the seller to fix. is a perfectly reasonable question.

Inspection

Redfin

JULY 28, 2025

You can sell a house as-is without an inspection, and a lot of sellers do when they’re hoping for a quicker sale. While encouraging buyers to waive an inspection contingency can save time and money upfront, it could come with some trade-offs: like fewer offers or legal repercussions if you’re not honest with buyers.

Inspection

BAM Media

DECEMBER 19, 2024

If you ask buyers, sellers, and agents what 2025 holds for the housing market, youll get one clear answer: Its complicated. A new report from Clever Real Estate reveals insights into buyer and seller expectations, challenges, and the ongoing role of real estate agents in navigating the market. Now, lets get into what consumers think.

Marketing

Rochester Real Estate

NOVEMBER 5, 2015

The Top 5 Types Of Home Inspections Buyers Should Consider If you are considering buying a home, it is essential for buyers to understand the importance of a home inspection. A property inspection is conducted by a licensed professional home inspector. (585) 704-7095 Contact Now Search Homes Home Fair Housing S.O.P.

Inspection

HomeLight

OCTOBER 11, 2024

A Top Agent Can Help You Find A House You Can Afford We analyze millions of home sales to find buyer’s agents who will show you the right home at the right price. Agents don’t pay us to be listed, so you get the best match. Agents don’t pay us to be listed, so you get the best match.

MLS

Rochester Real Estate

NOVEMBER 5, 2015

What To Expect From Your Listing Agent Why For Sale By Owners (FSBOs) Fail Blog Featured Articles Home Buying Home Selling LOCAL Rochester NY Articles What Should a Buyer Look For at a Home Inspection? There are numerous reasons to have an inspection. (585) 704-7095 Contact Now Search Homes Home Fair Housing S.O.P.

Inspection

The Close

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

Build a network of reliable professionals like real estate agents, contractors, and property managers. Investing in real estate may seem as simple as buying a property and collecting money, but it is far more complicated than that. Don’t stop reading, though. I said it was complicated, not impossible!

Hard money loan

Redfin

JULY 15, 2025

The reality check of the home inspection can be a decisive point in the homebuying process—it’s when hidden issues come to light that can make or break whether or not a home is still the right choice. If you’re wondering how long buyers have to respond after the inspection report comes in, you’re not alone.

Inspection

HomeLight

NOVEMBER 8, 2024

We’ll explore the pros and cons of accepting an immediate cash offer and compare it to the benefits of working with a seasoned real estate agent. You’ll also find insider tips from top-rated agent Mari Slobounov tailored to Madison’s unique market, helping to guide you toward a smooth and successful home sale.

Inspection

HomeLight

DECEMBER 26, 2024

Typically as you go through the process of selling your house , the agent you partner up with assists you and only you throughout the course of the transaction. This single agent has whats called a fiduciary responsibility to uphold your best interests in good faith and trust. Agents can act as a dual agent.

Closing costs

Redfin

AUGUST 6, 2025

In simple terms, if your agent says “we’re in escrow,” it means the transaction is formal and underway, with funds and paperwork safely held while both buyers and sellers complete their responsibilities, such as inspections , appraisals , and final loan approvals. What does it mean to be in escrow? When does escrow start?

Earnest money deposit

Lighter Side of Real Estate

APRIL 9, 2025

Some agents do shop homes around privately before they hit the market. So instead of settling in with a single agent, some buyers try to keep their options open. Some buyers believe that not committing to one buyers agent gives them more flexibility or a better shot at certain homesespecially those rumored to be off-market.

MLS

Windemere Selling

MARCH 3, 2025

Look to your real estate agent for advice and keep the following guidelines in mind. 3 Know What You Want You and your real estate agent should both be clear about the house you want to buy. 5 Get a Home Inspection Buying a home is emotionally chargedwhich can make it difficult for buyers to see the house for what it truly is.

Pre-approval

HomeLight

OCTOBER 31, 2024

This guide is designed to help you navigate the Syracuse real estate market when you’re on a time crunch, exploring options from receiving an immediate cash offer to partnering with a top local real estate agent. Receive your offer in 24 hours and close in as few as 10 days. No showings, no repairs, no open houses.

Inspection

Toronto Realty Blog

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

Theoretically, it’s present in every industry, in every business, and in the lives of every worker-bee in their pursuit of professional glory. But in reality, there are many times when we feel “stuck in the mud,” and real estate is no exception. Do you see where this is going? Do you see the implications?

MLS

HomeLight

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

We’ll present the pros and cons of requesting an immediate cash offer and demonstrate how that might compare to working with a seasoned real estate agent. Additionally, we’ll share exclusive tips from top-rated agent Nikki Fanizzi that are tailored to Akron’s market to help you achieve a fast and successful home sale.

Sales

Rochester Real Estate

NOVEMBER 5, 2015

(585) 704-7095 Contact Now Search Homes Home Fair Housing S.O.P. What To Know About Selling A Home AS IS For Cash Selling a house as is for cash can offer a quick and convenient option for homeowners in the US. This process involves transferring the property to a buyer with available funds, eliminating the need for mortgage financing.

As-is