Sat.Aug 12, 2023

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Bridgemarq returns to profitability, but income down 90% from 2022

Real Estate News

The Canadian brokerage giant saw a much smaller drop in revenue, and agent count increased slightly.

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Understanding the sales funnel: A guide for new real estate agents

Inman

Whether you've just begun your career as a real estate agent or are exploring new strategies to boost sales, Jessi Healey explains how a sales funnel can be a great tool and strategy to grow your business.

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Are HOA Fees Tax Deductible?

Bigger Pockets

Claiming tax deductions on homeowners association fees allows property investors to reduce the amount they pay on taxes. Here's how to do it.

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Top 5 Stories on Brownstoner This Week: Flatbush Block Named Brooklyn’s Greenest

Brownstoner

Rich With Tropical Plants, Flatbush’s East 25th Street Named Greenest Block in Brooklyn Lined with lush front gardens, tropical flowers, manicured hedges, and leafy overhead trees, it’s clear why a block of Flatbush’s East 25th Street – between Clarendon Road and Avenue D – has been named this year’s Greenest Block… Read More > The post Top 5 Stories on Brownstoner This Week: Flatbush Block Named Brooklyn’s Greenest appeared first on Brownstoner.

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The 2025 Real Estate Roadmap to Success

Don’t just react to changes, plan for them, so you can approach the new year with confidence, direction, and a competitive edge for your business. Having a well-defined business plan helps you chart a clear course, navigate challenges, and set a foundation for growth. This workbook gives you the key steps to outline what matters and will ensure you’re moving ahead.

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5 Hobbies You Can Turn Into Business Builders

RIS Media

Who says business and pleasure have to be separate? These days, it’s common to have a “side hustle,” especially if you’re not in a salaried position. What these often boil down to is a person monetizing their hobbies. That said, your real estate career probably keeps you too busy—and hopefully too successful—to consider dividing your… The post 5 Hobbies You Can Turn Into Business Builders appeared first on RISMedia.

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UK Housing Market Predictions 2023: Will Prices Crash?

Marco Santarelli

The UK housing market is currently in a state of flux. After a period of rapid growth in 2022, house prices started to fall in 2023. This is due to a number of factors, including rising interest rates, the cost of living crisis, and a shortage of properties on the market. In May 2023, the average UK house price was £286,000, which is £6,000 higher than 12 months ago, but £7,000 below the recent peak in September 2022.

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Understanding Mortgage Terms for Home Buyers

Realty Biz

Buying a home is a significant decision, and understanding mortgage terms can make the process smoother. Here are some key terms and their definitions: Mortgage : A loan specifically used to purchase real estate. In a mortgage agreement, the buyer borrows money from the lender (usually a bank) and agrees to pay it back with interest over a specified period.

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Referrals Made Easy: Helping Agents Succeed in Any Market

RIS Media

The significance of referrals cannot be understated. Referrals are a powerful tool for real estate agents to propel business growth, ultimately establishing a robust network of satisfied clients. In the next RISMedia webinar, panelists will offer insights into the pivotal role that referrals play in their business development. Whether you are a seasoned agent seeking… The post Referrals Made Easy: Helping Agents Succeed in Any Market appeared first on RISMedia.

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What to Do TODAY to Instantly Find More Real Estate Deals

Bigger Pockets

Real estate investing isn’t what it used to be. Back in 2010, in a post-crash housing market, almost any property in any area could cash flow easily.

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Thoughts on Leadership: Lessons from Col. Nicole Malachowski

RIS Media

For this week’s post, I’d like to share some wisdom imparted by one of our keynote speakers from this year’s recent Stronger Together event, HomeServices’ annual conference for top-producing real estate professionals. Our speaker, Col. Nicole Malachowski, wowed the crowd with her thoughts on a “push-the-envelope” mindset. First, let’s talk about Col.

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Avoiding Lease Accounting Pitfalls in 2025: Lessons Learned from Spreadsheet Errors

Speaker: Abdi Ali, Sr. Lease Accounting Consultant

Join this insightful webinar with industry expert Abdi Ali, who will discuss the challenges that can arise from managing lease accounting with spreadsheets! He will share real-world examples of errors, compliance issues, and risks that may be present within your spreadsheets. Learn how these tools, while useful, can sometimes lead to inefficiencies that affect your time, resources, and peace of mind.

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Things Are Looking Up: 5 Homes with Dramatic Ceilings

Sotheby's International Real Estate

From an idyllic ranch in the expansive Texas countryside to a chic condominium perched on the verge of Central Park, these homes feature dramatic ceilings that create visual appeal or make room for glorious light. Sophisticated Sculptural Style on Central Park Matthew J Perceval, Nikki Field | Sotheby’s International Realty – East Side Manhattan Brokerage This singular 3,104-square-foot condominium presents a striking architectural style inspired by legendary Spanish architect Antoni Gaudí

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Moving To A New City

BubbleInfo

Here we go again – people don’t want to leave San Diego! It will be interesting to see if this hot summer throughout the country causes more of the affluent people to head our way.

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Lahaina residents worry a rebuilt Maui town could slip into the hands of affluent outsiders

Seattle Times Real Estate

The cost to live in Lahaina on the Hawaiian island of Maui keeps rising thanks to a chronic housing shortage and an influx of second-home buyers and wealthy transplants snatching up properties.

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How to Build a Real Estate Website That Converts

Ideal REI

Building a real estate website that generates good profits for your company every year may seem like one of those puzzle boxes – it seems easy when you look at it but then it seems impossible once you try it. Real estate websites are exactly like the puzzle box analogy because once you know the […] The post How to Build a Real Estate Website That Converts appeared first on Real Estate Investing.org.

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Driving Profit: 4 Pillars for Growing Your Real Estate Brokerage

In the rapidly changing real estate landscape, achieving profitability requires a strategic approach beyond traditional methods. Our guide, "The 4 Pillars to Brokerage Profitability," outlines four essential pillars for scaling your real estate business: a seamless lead-to-close technology ecosystem, tailored integrated solutions for teams and agents, value-added success services and community support, and consumer-centric operations throughout the full homeownership lifecycle.

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Squatter Services

BubbleInfo

Anyone named Flash is ok by me… A handyman who once removed squatters from his mother’s home is using his experience to offer squatter removal services for others. “If somebody needs help, I will go,” Flash Shelton, who founded the United Handyman Association, told Fox News.

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FirstService Residential New York Promotes Jennifer Santaniello to Vice President

Realty Biz

FirstService Residential New York promoted Jennifer Santaniello to Vice President in the Manhattan Condo/Co-op Division. In her new role, Santaniello will oversee a portfolio of luxury condominium and cooperative properties in Manhattan. She will also manage a team of property managers and assistant property managers who provide services to board members and residents.

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Industry moves quickly to support Maui relief efforts

Real Estate News

As the wildfire death toll rises, Keller Williams, eXp and others connect with agents, raise money and even turn an office into an emergency “command center.