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Pros and cons of buying out-of-state rental property in 2022

Housing Wire

You found a property you love and may want to retire to one day but will rent in the meantime. Before we get into how you invest in real estate outside your state, let’s look closely at the benefits so you can see why it’s a good idea for many investors. You may have to buy a property without seeing it.

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The 12 Best Real Estate Side Hustles for 2024

The Close

Freelance Real Estate Writer Starting this freelance contributor position for The Close has been the best decision, and I wish I had started it sooner! Property Manager A property manager’s duties can vary drastically according to your business plan. Check Out Kiavi 3.

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How to Make Money as a Real Estate Agent: 9 Strategies to Earn More

The Close

Chances are these people will buy or sell again, so keeping in close contact with them is key to making more money as a real estate pro. A great customer relationship management (CRM) tool will allow you to schedule regular email communication (and even texts), and remind you periodically when a phone call is in order.

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7 Critical Parts of Every Real Estate Investment Business Plan

The Close

Therefore, your business plan should reflect how you plan to identify, vet, and acquire properties. Many novice investors think they can just contact a local agent and select from the properties that are available in the MLS. The cold truth is that the best deals are found off-market or outside of the MLS.

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How Property Listing Portal Can Elevate Brokerage Business

Realty Biz

At Ascendix we have witnessed the migration from offline to online in real estate and, to a large extent, propelled this change by helping real estate agencies create state-of-the-art property marketplaces. The ultimate goal behind such websites is to generate an agent commission upon closing a deal. What is a Real Estate Portal?

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Selling a House without a Realtor

CT Homes

The price of an agent includes marketing, showings, negotiating, paperwork, and managing the closing process. Those who may own multiple properties or make a living in property investment typically prefer a realtor to expedite the real estate process as they handle other components of property management.

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Global Spotlight: Island Life Awaits in the Caribbean

RIS Media

What is your average price point, and how would you describe a typical property in your market? Prices have stayed reasonable, even though new-build condos are close to being sold-out, and villas are getting scarcer in desirable neighborhoods. Jan Falcone: Our average price point is around $350,000.