Housing Wire

JANUARY 27, 2025

The real estate industry is already in a whirlwind and the year has barely kicked off. To put it simply, the industry appears to be in its rapid evolution era. An industry-wide focus on lead generation has left many professionals with vast, often un-tapped lead databases. Have a seat and buckle in. What does this look like?

Technology

Housing Wire

NOVEMBER 21, 2024

Tim Nelson, a longtime reverse mortgage industry professional and reverse department manager at VIP Mortgage in Scottsdale, Arizona , spent 20 years in the home lending arena before shifting his focus entirely to reverse. Nelson is now a reverse mortgage borrower in addition to being an industry professional.

Mortgages

Housing Wire

MARCH 25, 2025

It’s more interesting – and accurate – to review the loan officer population in terms of who is closing loans. This graphic shows the number of producing loan officers by year in three categories: Total number of NMLS licensees who closed at least one loan, five to nine loans, and ten loans or more.

Loan Officer

Housing Wire

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

Whether you’re looking to start a career in real estate, already have one or are involved in real estate transactions, you may find yourself wondering about industry terminology and job titles. The industry acronyms alone look like alphabet soup. So, let’s start with the basics: What is a real estate broker vs. an agent?

Agents

Housing Wire

MARCH 17, 2025

To avoid a job loss recession, closely monitoring the homebuilding industry is essential. Todays builder survey gives us more clues about what stage they’re in, and it isnt good. If mortgage rates don’t drop, we may see this sector facing supply issues and shrinking profit margins. Why is this important?

Mortgages

Housing Wire

MARCH 24, 2025

Inside, staging can make a huge difference. Related articles Sell more homes: 17 home staging tips for real estate agents 30 inspiring curb appeal ideas to make a lasting first impression How to write creative real estate listing descriptions + examples 2.

Staging

Housing Wire

DECEMBER 20, 2024

If you can attract someone right out of college or early in their career to stay or come to New Hampshire, apartment living is a great option for people at that stage in their life, said Rob Dapice, the executive director and CEO ofNew Hampshire Housing. Housing industry experts attribute this to the states restrictive zoning laws.

Construction

Housing Wire

JUNE 10, 2025

2 industry player in reverse-backed securities issuance and one of the top two providers of proprietary reverse mortgage loans, is expanding its product suite beyond government-backed and proprietary reverse mortgages while remaining focused on older customers. Closings can occur as quickly as one week “in most cases,” they added.

Equity

Housing Wire

JANUARY 21, 2025

It also helps include them in solution-building, setting the stage for a negotiation that everyone leaves satisfied with. This shows you care and sets the stage for the other party to do the same. All these extra negotiation efforts will not only help you close more deals, theyll also help you earn more money using the next technique.

Staging

Housing Wire

JULY 29, 2025

Guzzo has more than 20 years of prior experience in leading technology initiatives in the mortgage lending, automotive finance, health care and software industries. I’m honored to join Longbridge Financial at a pivotal moment for the company and this industry,” Guzzo said. “I

Technology

Housing Wire

MARCH 17, 2025

It helps industry professionals by providing detailed local information about challenges and success. ” For many Black Americans who tried to buy a home, issues arose before they reached the closing stage. According to the report, the Black homeownership rose to 44.7%

Staging

BAM Media

APRIL 15, 2025

Most real estate agents are obsessed with closings. There are 10 distinct stages that every client moves through in your CRM. Winning in Q2 (and beyond) means mastering each stage of the pipeline , not just celebrating the contract. But every single client lives in one of these 10 stages. Instead, celebrate every stage.

Staging

Housing Wire

MAY 19, 2025

As the driving force behind the company, Gregory brings a deep understanding of the mortgage industrys complexities and recognized early on the need for a more stable and scalable solution to provide to this underserved market segment. HW: How closely are the Non-QM and traditional QM mortgage markets connected?

Lending

Housing Wire

FEBRUARY 24, 2025

Example LinkedIn profile (Source: LinkedIn ) Use a professional headshot for your profile picture, one thats close enough to allow others to see your face. Lead magnets: These are tangible takeaways for your audience, like a homebuying checklist or how to stage your home guide. Dont forget to use hashtags.

Agents

BAM Media

MARCH 12, 2025

The real estate industry is going through a massive transformation right now, and there is no better time for me to step up and serve as the agents voice on our Board in advising how we shape our strategy and vision as we build the platform of the future. But Srivatsaas influence on the industry extends far beyond Real.

Brokerage

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 Does Home Staging Work and What is The Cost? Does Home Staging Work & What Is The Cost? Staging a home helps you get the price you want by making it as appealing as possible.

Staging

BAM Media

OCTOBER 22, 2024

Last Friday, October 18, Real President Sharran Srivatsaa gave the closing presentation at our own in-person event, BAM Mania. Four days later, he was on the Real RISE stage in Vegas to launch Real Wallet and to announce enhancements to Leo, Real’s AI-powered 24/7 concierge, and the 2025 launch of Leo for Clients. and Canada.

Brokerage

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. Through eighteen years and several thousand blog posts, I have lamented all that is wrong or required a little tinkering, in our industry. What about virtual staging ?

MLS

BAM Media

NOVEMBER 25, 2024

Let your followers see what goes on behind the scenes when you’re not busy closing deals. These could include things like home staging advice, mortgage basics, credit-boosting tips, or common mistakes to avoid during the buying or selling process! For industry news, edutainment and humor, sign up for the BAM newsletter.

Branding

Redfin

JULY 16, 2025

When you’re selling your home, presentation matters, and the benefits of home staging are hard to ignore. Simply put, staging can help homes sell faster and often for more money. Staging offers a strong return on investment 4. Staging minimizes distractions 6. FAQs: Benefits of home staging 1. In this article: 1.

Staging

Keller Williams

JUNE 12, 2025

The Unseen Process Behind Panelist Selection and the Impact of Sharing Models for Real Estate Success In 2024, more than 70 KW®-affiliated agents took the main stage at Keller Williams’ annual Mega Agent Camp (MAC). KW® agent Will Van Wickler is one of the youngest panelists to have appeared on the MAC stage.

Agents

HomeLight

MARCH 17, 2025

Receive your offer in 24 hours and close in as few as 10 days. Their team handles it all from staging and pricing to advertising and post-sale clean-up while offering free consultations and expert guidance. With a dedicated team of industry experts, they handle everything from staging and pricing to sale execution.

Sales

Housing Wire

MARCH 14, 2025

Before we give you the real estate industry statistics, we want to provide a little more food for thought about what you can do with them. The industrial sector has seen a decline in absorption in the past year to 35%, reaching 115.4 Why are real estate statistics important for agents? and the vacancy rate has stayed steady at 4.1%.

Marketing

Redfin

MARCH 18, 2025

Listing on the MLS and pricing accurately are a few ways to close quickly and sell for more The U.S. A skilled agent will leverage their market knowledge to price your home competitively, recommend effective staging and marketing tactics, and negotiate on your behalf to secure favorable terms.

MLS

The Close

APRIL 8, 2025

Tools powered by artificial intelligence (AI) continue to become more popular in the real estate industry, and its easy to see why! AI will never replace the human component, as personal connections can be incredibly important in the real estate industry. Alex chats with new leads and sorts them into three groups: new, active, and old.

Staging

The Close

DECEMBER 18, 2024

Without further ado, check out these fabulous courses for every stage of your real estate investing career. Participants will adeptly construct comprehensive, industry-standard models for multifamily, office, retail, and industrial properties by the program’s conclusion. out of 5 Pricing & Structure: Cost: $124.99

Commercial

BAM Media

DECEMBER 4, 2024

The traditional real estate journey often ends with a handshake, a closing photo, and a tag in your CRM: “past client.” Your clients don’t disappear after closing; they simply re-enter the pipeline as potential leads. These are the things consumers are getting from other industries, both simple and complex. Success!

Agents

Rochester Real Estate

NOVEMBER 5, 2015

If you are looking to begin a career in this industry, you’ll need to know the difference between a real estate broker vs. real estate agent. What a Real Estate Broker Does One of the more popular questions in the industry is what is a real estate broker. It is one of the reasons so many people are flocking to this industry.

Agents

The Residential Specialist

JULY 21, 2025

By Michelle Huffman Artificial intelligence is impacting nearly every industry—and real estate is no different. From Click to Close: Where AI Fits In AI tools can support nearly every stage of a real estate agent’s workflow. That includes 17% who use them weekly and 9% who rely on them daily. “The in Fredericksburg, Virginia.

Staging

The Close

JUNE 30, 2025

The Close’s top picks for best real estate software Software Best for Starting monthly price Learn more Marketing templates $74 for agents; $54 per user for teams Visit Coffee and Contracts Social media posting on the go $39 Visit Agent Crate DIY design and free templates Free; Subscription starts at $9.99 Use virtual staging.

Agents

BAM Media

APRIL 8, 2025

Dropping the Ball Before the Appointment Even Starts The best agents dont just confirm the appointment ; they set the stage for success well in advance. Leaving Without a Clear Next Step The listing presentation isnt just a conversationits a strategic lead-up to a close. Use assumptive closes : Are you ready to get started?

Agents

Redfin

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

While these two cities may be close in geography, they are worlds apart in personality. Minneapolis vs Saint Paul in size and population The Twin Cities of Minneapolis and Saint Paul are closely tied but offer different experiences based on their size and population. Thomas teams.

Banks

BAM Media

MAY 14, 2025

Showcase your accomplishments Have you ever sat in an audience eagerly awaiting a speaker, only to hear a long list of their achievements before they even step on stage? When a speakers accomplishments are highlighted, it gives the audience a reason to listen closely. Theres a reason for this: people trust authority.

Sales

Rochester Real Estate

NOVEMBER 5, 2015

Let’s take a look at how to rent an apartment and the stages you have to go through. Will it be close enough to your friends and family? While you might have looked closely at the photographs of apartments for rent, it won’t tell you the whole story. Is it considered a healthy neighborhood to live in?

Staging

Redfin

JULY 16, 2025

Understanding the contract process Knowing the stages of a real estate transaction helps clarify what a seller can legally do when other offers come in. Primary offer stage: Offers can be accepted or rejected until the contract is fully executed. This stage offers reassurance to the seller and a potential second chance for the buyer.

Backup offer

Marco Santarelli

MARCH 20, 2025

As someone who has been watching the real estate market closely for years, I can tell you that spring is typically a busy season. The tech industry drives a lot of demand here, and people with high-paying jobs are eager to invest in real estate. Make sure your home is clean, well-maintained, and attractively staged.

Pre-approval

Redfin

MARCH 3, 2025

Textured, natural materialslinen, clay, and reclaimed woodtake center stage, while fast furniture fades out in favor of timeless, high-quality pieces that support a serene and intentional home. Designing your home to reflect what you truly love is my favorite way to navigate the industry’s shifts with originality and style.

Design