Housing Wire

JUNE 3, 2024

For specific questions such as ‘What’s the difference between pre-approval and a prequalification?’ “For For specific questions such as ‘What’s the difference between pre-approval and a prequalification?’, We chose Roof AI for its seamless integration with the MLS. They don’t need to do that anymore.”

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Housing Wire

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

In Florida, getting licensed as a real estate agent begins with the completion of an approved 63-hour Sales Associate prelicensing course. Self-paced online Gold Coast School $263 Classroom, livestream, or online MLS Campus Real Estate School $83.88 Ready to begin a flexible, fulfilling career in real estate in the Sunshine state?

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Housing Wire

NOVEMBER 8, 2021

Agents listing older or more rundown homes will frequently leave notes in the MLS saying that the home will not pass VA appraisal and therefore they are not accepting any VA offers. First, he has his clients lender call the listing agent. Somebody has a problem once and then that story just spread.

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Housing Wire

OCTOBER 22, 2023

Texas residents interested in becoming a real estate agent must first complete 180 hours of approved coursework to be eligible to sit the state licensure exam. That’s a longer program than in most states. We estimate that it’ll take three to six months to get up and running as a licensed real estate agent in the Lone Star State.

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Toronto Realty Blog

FEBRUARY 20, 2025

In order to build a condominium in Ontario, the developer will pre-sell units, that don’t yet exist, and when a certain threshold is met (ie. I always love getting different perspectives on our real estate market, the Canadian economy, the world’s economy, or just chatting about business in general. A condominium is a corporation.

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Housing Wire

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

Your path to real estate licensure begins with 120 hours of classes in an approved Ohio real estate license education program. Step 1: Complete the prelicensing education requirements Applying for an Ohio real estate agent license starts with fulfilling the 120-hour sales associate pre-licensing education requirement.

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Redfin

APRIL 4, 2025

Whether you’re selling a home in Denver, CO or a condo in Phoenix, AZ , a pre-listing appraisal can provide an accurate estimate of your homes value before it hits the market. What is a pre-listing appraisal? A pre-listing appraisal is a professional estimate of your homes value, completed before you put it on the market.

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HomeLight

MAY 19, 2022

MLS has field to mark a listing “as is”? Looking to sell a house “as is” in Maryland? Whether you’ve got a fixer-upper or recently inherited a relative’s home, sometimes the goal is to skip repairs, get a fair offer, and move on. There are some misconceptions about what “as is” means, says top-rated Maryland real estate agent Juan Umanzor. “I

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HomeLight

MAY 23, 2022

MLS has field to mark a listing “as is”? Looking to sell a house “as is” in Massachusetts? Whether you’ve got a fixer-upper or recently inherited a relative’s home, sometimes the goal is to skip repairs, get a fair offer, and move on. This includes houses that may require a bit of TLC. “If Sell 'As Is' With a Cash Offer. Request Cash Offer.

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Lab Coat Agents

MAY 15, 2025

home listings are well below where they were pre-pandemic. Instead of relying on the MLS alone, explore off-market opportunities. probate attorneys, divorce lawyers, and financial advisors), and scouring public records for owners of pre-foreclosure and tax-delinquent properties. However, active U.S.

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RIS Media

OCTOBER 22, 2020

– Coming Soon: Homes that are listed as coming soon in your MLS are technically not allowed to be shown but can accept offers prior to showing. If the listing agent is allowed to disclose the other offers, make sure to obtain written approval from the seller before discussing this. Finding Homes for Your Clients.

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Realty Biz

MARCH 17, 2021

You aren’t just there to search the MLS. Explain the difference between pre-qualified and pre-approved. Too many people get a pre-qualification letter from their bank and think that this means they can close on the property. Help them get pre-approved for a mortgage.

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Realty Biz

FEBRUARY 21, 2023

Listing Alert ( [link] ), a real estate mobile solution for agents that communicates pre-market listings within a brokerage, today announced the company has joined the RE/MAX Approved Supplier program. The RE/MAX Approved Supplier Program provides a list of vetted organizations providing business services to agents.

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RIS Media

SEPTEMBER 25, 2020

” It’s also a free lead because it’s in your MLS. Real Estate Express is the nation’s premier online real estate school, providing pre- and post-licensing courses, continuing education courses, and professional development to hundreds of thousands of real estate agents across the country. Contact your sphere.

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HomeLight

OCTOBER 20, 2022

Many FSBO sellers will purchase a pre-listing appraisal. The buyer’s lender will probably require their own appraisal as part of their loan approval process. Pre-inspection. Getting a pre-listing inspection can facilitate a quicker sale because it eliminates surprises – and gives the seller time to fix major flaws.

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The Close

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

After all, a new listing on the MLS gets the most attention in the first week. So, let’s turn up the brightness and shed some light on the real estate industry. It’s often the strongest in terms of price and conditions. However, I’ve seen it time and again: Sellers want to “hold out for a better offer.” Then interest starts to taper off.

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Realty Biz

JANUARY 1, 2021

Today the process for finding foreclosed homes is nearly the same as searching traditional MLS home listings online. . Pre- Foreclosures . A property goes into pre-foreclosure when a mortgage company notifies the borrower that they are in default on their loan. They will also be listed in the county and city courthouses. .

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Easy Agent Pro

SEPTEMBER 3, 2020

Provide urgency by reminding them that their homes are far more attractive now, in summer, than fall so their photos will stand out in the MLS, should they decide to sell in the fall real estate market. Getting pre-approved for a mortgage before shopping for a home is even more important when someone chooses autumn to shop for a home.

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Toronto Realty Blog

JULY 11, 2024

Not so much in terms of my memories and experiences, but rather conversations and explanations that we had many, many years ago about the utterly ridiculous system of “occupancy” that occurs in the pre-construction world. Let’s say that there’s a 66-storey building in Toronto and all the units have been pre-sold.

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HomeLight

OCTOBER 5, 2020

” She adds, “You need a strong pre-qualification letter from a legitimate lender, and there’s no getting around that. You go out of your way sometimes to drive past a certain house you’re in love with. It has everything you’ve ever wanted. Short sales are rarer in the housing market nowadays. What’s a short sale?

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HomeLight

JANUARY 3, 2024

Oriana Shea , a top-rated agent in California who has been helping homebuyers for 26 years, says that, depending on local multiple list service (MLS) rules and where the property is located, a listing might actually be tagged as “contingent” rather than under contract. Get Started What does ‘under contract’ mean?

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Windemere Buying

FEBRUARY 15, 2023

Mortgage Pre-Approval Another way you can supercharge your home search efforts is to get pre-approved for a mortgage. Pre-approval has several benefits for prospective home buyers. They have access to the Multiple Listing Service (MLS) , the largest network of homes on the market.

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HomeLight

OCTOBER 11, 2022

When the time comes to move, some tenacious homeowners in Iowa are eager to take over the reins of their home sale and figure out how to sell a house by owner. In recent years, the hot Iowa real estate market and a steep rise in equity added extra incentive to maximize profits. While the method can work for Iowans, it does come with some risks.

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HomeLight

MAY 25, 2023

or if they can put their house on the multiple listing service (MLS). While you don’t need a real estate agent to do this in North Carolina, you also can’t do it yourself — you would need to hire a flat-fee MLS listing service to do it for you, and you’d still have to provide your own listing information and photos.

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BAM Media

AUGUST 7, 2024

When it comes to the NAR settlement —based on a survey that was done with BAM and 1000watt—77% of sellers are willing to offer buyer agent compensation outside of the MLS. Also, these buyers are typically pre-approved. They’re willing to adapt to new rules. And we want to engage all the agents.

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Realty Biz

NOVEMBER 11, 2020

Even if the buyer has pre-approval for a mortgage, things can still go wrong when they apply for the loan. When you begin an online search for a home, you may find some sale statuses you don’t fully understand. For example, if a home sale is contingent or pending, can you still make an offer? What does Contingent Mean?

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Toronto Realty Blog

FEBRUARY 22, 2021

As I wrote last week, bully offers are quite prevalent in our market right now, and you’d almost have to expect that any decent house is going to attract a pre-emptive bid. It’s only two-million dollars! Will that house or condo actually sell before offer night? But I don’t. I can’t. I simply do not have the time.

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Rochester Real Estate

NOVEMBER 5, 2015

Delayed showings involve listing a property on MLS but postponing visits for a certain period. Instead of immediately allowing showings after listing a property on the Multiple Listing Service (MLS), the listing or seller’s agent strategically delays visits for a predetermined period, typically 3 to 7 days.

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Realty Biz

APRIL 17, 2021

The power of a good marketing plan and a strong MLS listing is at the core of getting a bidding war started. Expect it to take several weeks before your house is ready to be listed on the MLS. The house is newly listed on the MLS but you’re not going to allow it to be shown for about a week. What is a Bidding War?

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HomeLight

SEPTEMBER 20, 2022

And if you’re a would-be short sale buyer, you’ll also need to arm yourself with the knowledge of how to find short sales near you. If you’re considering this type of home purchase, here’s our expert-backed explainer on what is a short sale home, what are the potential pros and cons of buying one, and how to find short sale listings in your area.

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HomeLight

OCTOBER 1, 2022

When the time comes to move, some tenacious homeowners in Ohio are eager to take over the reins of their home sale and figure out how to sell a house by owner. In recent years, the hot Ohio real estate market and a steep rise in equity added extra incentive to maximize profits. While the method can work for Ohioans, it does come with some risks.

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HomeLight

SEPTEMBER 30, 2020

Buyers with lower credit scores or lower down payments can sometimes get an FHA loan even if they can’t get approved for a conventional loan. The HUD Home Store site is updated more frequently, while you may still see HUD properties on the MLS that are no longer available. How does bidding work? Source: (Flipboard / Unsplash).

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HomeLight

FEBRUARY 27, 2021

Plug in your basic property details, and we’ll connect you with the highest offer from our network of pre-approved cash buyers. If you plan to go the traditional route and list your home on the MLS with the help of an agent, you’ll be in the large majority of sellers. Source: (Lauren Mancke / Unsplash).

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HomeLight

NOVEMBER 9, 2021

The days a home is on market, also called time on the market, means the length of time between the day the home is listed on the local multiple listing services (MLS) and the day the seller accepts an offer and it goes under contract. If you need to sell your home pronto, now is a great time. Just how fast can you sell your home? 18 days.

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Realty Biz

JANUARY 19, 2024

This documentation will be necessary when applying for a mortgage pre-approval. This documentation will be necessary when applying for a mortgage pre-approval. It's advisable to reach out to multiple lenders and obtain pre-approval. By following these steps, you can easily navigate the real estate market.

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Kyle Handy

MAY 10, 2023

Drop Off the Pre-Listing Package Once you have completed your comparative market analysis, now’s a good time to go drop off a real estate pre-listing package (for occupied homes) A pre-listing package is a “surprise” bonus and sets the stage for your appointment. How much do you believe your home is worth?

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HomeLight

OCTOBER 4, 2021

If you have bad credit or circumstances that are preventing you from mortgage approval, a rent-to-own agreement can give you time to iron out the issues while living in the home that you plan to purchase. The offer is accepted; then, you sign the loan, grab the keys, and move in. But what if that sequence of events doesn’t work for everyone?

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