Keeping Current Matters

JULY 28, 2020

In June, the number of first-time homebuyers accounted for 35% of the existing homes sold, a trend that’s been building steadily throughout the year. According to the National Association of Realtors ( NAR ): “The share of first-time buyers increased in March through June—right into the heart of the pandemic period and the surge in unemployment—and is now trending higher than the 29% to 32% average in past years since 2012.

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Lighter Side of Real Estate

JULY 27, 2020

Backyard pubs have been popping up left and right, but not everyone is into drinking alcohol. Some people prefer their coffee… One man’s love for java compelled him to build a coffee shop right in his own backyard. His proud daughter, Julianna, shared his amazing project on social media. The charming coffeehouse has been garnering rave reviews and it’s no wonder why.

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American Lifestyle

JULY 27, 2020

The post Backyard Structures: The New Necessity appeared first on American Lifestyle Magazine.

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Marco Santarelli

JULY 26, 2020

There is no short cut to make money in real estate or to get rich quickly, but you can slowly and steadily build wealth through successful real estate investing. Investing in real estate stands out as a tried and tested approach to make money but like every other business, it has some risks associated with it. If done the right way, real estate can be a great source to build wealth.

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The modern hotel room is no longer just a place to stay—it’s an experience to remember. Today’s guests expect seamless 5G connectivity, personalized comfort, and high-tech convenience. From AI-powered smart room controls to in-room entertainment and app-based services, technology is redefining hospitality from the inside out. In this new session featuring industry pros Jady West and Chris Bennett, we’ll explore how high-speed, high-bandwidth connectivity powers the innovations that are enabling

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Keeping Current Matters

JULY 31, 2020

Some Highlights: The housing market is forecasted to finish the year with growing strength. Historically low mortgage rates are creating great potential for homebuyers, and home sales are on the rise. If you’re thinking of buying or selling a home this year, reach out to a local real estate professional to maximize your opportunity today. The post Where Is the Housing Market Headed for the Rest of 2020?

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Eye on Housing

JULY 31, 2020

An earlier post revealed that 59% of buyers who were actively engaged in the process of finding a home in the second quarter of 2020 have spent upwards of 3 months searching for a home without success. Although the top reason long-time searchers haven’t pulled the trigger continues to be the inability to find an affordable home (39%), that share.

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Marco Santarelli

JULY 30, 2020

We will discuss the latest Los Angeles housing market trends & news and find out how they can affect the investors and homebuyers. The shutdown due to coronavirus pandemic had an impact on the California economy and the real estate sector well. Home sales dropped over the past couple of months but prices remain high. In June, we saw a rebound in home sales.

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Keeping Current Matters

JULY 27, 2020

The residential real estate market is remaining resilient as the country still struggles to beat the COVID-19 pandemic. Three separate reports recently revealed how the housing market is still showing growth. Here’s a look at each one. 1. Ivy Zelman’s Real Estate Broker Survey. The survey explains that purchaser demand remains strong: “This month’s overall homebuyer demand rating…was easily the strongest sequential gain in our survey history …Strength continues to be led by the entry-level…While

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Better Dwelling

JULY 28, 2020

Canada’s central bank is desperately trying to prop up real estate markets with liquidity. Bank of Canada (BoC) has been injecting billions into Canada Mortgage Bonds (CMBs). The central bank began purchasing a few million worth of bonds during last year’s real estate slow down. As the pandemic hit, the BoC began buying hundreds of […].

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Eye on Housing

JULY 30, 2020

Housing will lead the economic recovery. Due to low mortgage interest rates, a renewed focus on the importance of home, and a lack of for-sale inventory, housing data has been a relative bright spot as the overall economy struggles to establish a rebound. Due to this broader weakness (GDP declined at a -32.9% rate for the second quarter) and gains.

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Mandrona Group

JULY 27, 2020

People often think that the difference between a condo vs house is whether there is a yardThe average price of. Read More.

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Keeping Current Matters

JULY 29, 2020

So far, it’s been quite a ride this year, and our nation has truly seen its fair share of hurdles. From COVID-19 to record unemployment and then the resulting recession, just to name a few, the second quarter of 2020 has had more than a few challenges. Amidst the many roadblocks, however, the U.S. homeownership rate rose again, signaling great strength in the recovery of the housing market and an indication that even in a time of crisis, Americans still feel confident about buying a home.

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The American Genius for Real Estate

JULY 31, 2020

(REAL ESTATE BIG DATA) Real estate is a finicky field, but the most popular myths surrounding the effects of COVID-19 on the market are purely unfounded. The post Real estate myths created during the pandemic appeared first on The American Genius Real Estate.

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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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Marco Santarelli

JULY 29, 2020

Let’s take a look at the current state of the Portland real estate market amid the coronavirus pandemic. Then we’ll discuss the investment opportunities in Portland for real estate investors. When COVID19 hit Oregon hard in March of 2020 the homebuyer turnout decreased massively. In April, things improved a bit. Portland buyer traffic increased about 40% from March but it was still down about 30% from April of the previous year.

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The Close

JULY 28, 2020

Over the years, we’ve seen tons of agents, teams, and brokerages that took our advice and built great brands. Of course, when it came time to show off their new brands online, most dropped the ball. They didn’t take the time to find the real estate marketing tools that would help them look professional online. That’s why we decided to put together this comprehensive list of the best real estate marketing tools available for agents, teams, and brokerages in 2020.

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Toronto Realty Blog

JULY 27, 2020

TorontoRealtyBlog. Famous last words, right? I said, “Assuming that we can acknowledge that problem-tenants exist…” But I don’t think we’re anywhere close to agreeing there. After reading the comments on Friday’s blog, I’m amazed. I just had no idea that some of my own readers would feel that a landlord doesn’t have the right to expect a tenant to pay their rent on time, or at all.

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The American Genius for Real Estate

JULY 30, 2020

(REAL ESTATE MARKETING) No-reply emails may serve a company well, but the customers can become frustrated with the loss of a quick and easy way to get help. The post Why you should quit using ‘no-reply’ emails immediately appeared first on The American Genius Real Estate.

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Marco Santarelli

JULY 27, 2020

Let's get an overview of the Sacramento real estate market. This article has been updated to reflect recent changes in the housing market of Sacramento due to the coronavirus pandemic. The Sacramento housing market remains healthy and strongly skewed to sellers. In May, the median sales price decreased by 1.3% for the month from $400,000 to $395,000.

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American Lifestyle

JULY 30, 2020

The post Sell Faster with These Small Projects appeared first on American Lifestyle Magazine.

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Easy Agent Pro

JULY 30, 2020

The easiest real estate sales calls are warm calls. The second easiest? Circle prospecting around a new listing. Instead of a stale script, you actually have news to share with nearby homeowners, so although the contact is cold, that news warms it up a bit. The perception is that you aren’t soliciting their business – you’re sharing news and looking for a buyer for your listing.

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HomeLight

JULY 31, 2020

Equity, broker, escrow, convey — with all the unusual terms in real estate, sometimes it can feel like homebuyers are required to learn a foreign language! Whether you’ve purchased a home before or you’re a first-time homebuyer , “mortgage broker” is probably one of those terms that you don’t think about on a daily basis. So what is a mortgage broker?

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BubbleInfo

JULY 31, 2020

Our new listing of a 2005-built home on a culdesac for only $739,000! The Zillow history shows that the house was rented the first of April, and as soon as the new tenant moved in, she told the landlord that she was not going to pay rent because of the eviction moratorium. The owner decides […]. The post Value Buy! appeared first on bubbleinfo.com.

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App Folio

JULY 28, 2020

You hear it all the time, “The customer is always right,” but what many often don’t take away from that statement is just how important it really is to make sure you’re delivering great customer service to your residents. More than just giving residents what they want, it’s creating a customer experience they will remember and want to come back to. It’s fairly easy to attract customers, but much more difficult to keep them for the long-run and earn their loyalty.

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The Mortgage Report

JULY 31, 2020

A seller concession is an agreement where the home seller pays the buyer's closing costs. Learn how seller concessions work here.

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Jason Fox

JULY 29, 2020

Create Real Estate Community Pages that Convert – The Ultimate Edition. Building a successful real estate website isn’t just about adding listings and contact information, it’s about marketing your brand and being found. One of the best ways to do this is through real estate community pages. A community page can help establish your brand as the local market expert and set you apart from.

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Better Dwelling

JULY 31, 2020

Canadian real estate buyers pay steep premiums to own, compared to their global peers. IMF research shows Canada’s house price-to-rent ratio, the difference between renting and buying, is one of the highest in the world. Owning a home in Canada more closely resembles ratios in countries like Latvia and Slovak Republic, than countries like the […].

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App Folio

JULY 30, 2020

In today’s digital world, online listings are your primary way to make a good first impression. Outdated photography, inaccurate information, and a poor user experience will all cause your prospects to look elsewhere, which is why it’s essential to make sure your listings are compelling. When you remove as much friction as possible from the online experience, you can get your listings in front of the right candidates and convert them into residents more quickly.

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The Mortgage Report

JULY 28, 2020

You have extra cash — should you pay off your mortgage early or invest? Here's how to decide.

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