Housing Wire

OCTOBER 3, 2023

It seems a small share of the agent population even knows about this issue, and even fewer can loosely tell you what the potential outcomes are. Most importantly, how to prepare for them. Meaning, they were counting on buyer agent compensation to pay their bills. It’s perceived as negative drama, so many have tuned it out.

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Housing Wire

NOVEMBER 9, 2022

But I need to explain why this level has more in common with 2014 housing data than the credit stress markets of 2005-2008, and why you should care. Understanding this data line and what it is trying to tell you will be more valuable than erroneously thinking the market is crashing and we’ll see a wave of foreclosures.

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Housing Wire

AUGUST 3, 2022

The question is, can lower mortgage rates save the housing market from its recent downtrend? To understand this, we need to look back into the past to realize how different this period is from what we had to deal with in the previous expansion when rates rose and then fell. We saw this in 2013-2014 and 2018-2019. million to 5.12

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The Close

APRIL 30, 2024

When it’s time for a price reduction, real estate agents must conduct market research and rely on the data. We also need to know how to have a price reduction conversation with our clients since pricing for homeowners can be emotionally driven. Buyers may question why the price dropped and think something is wrong with the home.

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Real Trends

OCTOBER 11, 2022

To real estate agents, it feels like the market shifted overnight, so imagine what prospective sellers are thinking! So, how do you handle these situations at the listing presentation? RealTrends spoke with some experts to discuss what they’re doing to set seller expectations. Naturally, they want the same, right?

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The Close

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

I’ll dive into the signs of recognizing a potential lie and how to deal with a lying client. Cultural differences could also come across as guarded or closed off. That baseline is essential to knowing how someone acts when they’re being truthful. Nobody wants to believe their clients are lying to them. And often, they aren’t.

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Toronto Realty Blog

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

I can’t tell you how many times I was asked “Did you hear” in the last 72 hours. How did this happen? We all know that “under-listing” is an age-old technique in the Toronto real estate market, but every so often, a property is extremely under-listed, and a situation like this occurs.

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Hank Miller Team

MARCH 6, 2024

The Fed slammed the brakes on low rates, and despite the initial wobble, the Atlanta real estate market found stability and firm ground. There was pain of course, many buyers were eliminated and the withdrawals from those low rates is still being felt. Those sellers that adjust find success, the others.not so much. Closings -44.6

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Realty Biz

JANUARY 13, 2024

Many articles are written about how to interview a Realtor when selling a home. We will examine the key questions to ask a buyer's agent and the benefits of working with one. We will examine the key questions to ask a buyer's agent and the benefits of working with one. Understanding the role of a buyer's agent is crucial.

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HomeLight

JUNE 28, 2023

In this post, we’ll help you get a full understanding of that first step, and how to avoid a misstep that could mean the difference between getting the home you want or having your offer rejected by the seller. Tell us a little bit about your plans, and we’ll connect you with trusted agents in your selected market.

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The Close

DECEMBER 14, 2023

Gross commission income (GCI) is the full amount of money a real estate agent may receive in exchange for representing a buyer, seller, or both in a real estate transaction. We’ll explain the difference between GCI and the more complicated net commission income (NCI). What Is Gross Commission Income?

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Realty Biz

JANUARY 9, 2024

As a first-time home seller, you'll want to navigate the process smoothly, maximize your profit, and minimize stress. There are specific things all sellers should know. There are specific things all sellers should know. Let's examine what it takes to be a successful seller. It is no longer a robust seller's market.

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Realty Biz

DECEMBER 5, 2022

Home inspections over the last few years were few and far between. The crazy hot seller's market forced many home buyers into forgoing their inspection. With bidding wars being the norm and not the exception, many buyers were waiving their inspection to strengthen their offer.

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The Close

JANUARY 9, 2024

As any experienced agent will tell you, the hardest real estate objections to overcome happen when your seller is the most emotional. I’ll discuss how to ask probing questions to anticipate the most common emotional seller objections before they arise. They may say things like, “Is there any negotiating your commission?”

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Windemere Selling

MAY 17, 2023

You’ll learn how to work with your real estate agent to find a buyer and sell at the right price. Home Value Calculators Are 100% Accurate Online Automated Valuation Models (AVMs) are a great starting point for understanding how much your home could be worth. Selling your home is a crash course in real estate education.

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HomeLight

JUNE 9, 2023

A property listed as “contingent” in real estate means the seller has accepted an offer, but the deal isn’t fully closed yet. A property listed as “contingent” in real estate means the seller has accepted an offer, but the deal isn’t fully closed yet. ” Step one: Talk to a few buyer's agents!

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Marco Santarelli

FEBRUARY 2, 2023

Real estate market analysis involves evaluating the current market conditions and trends in a particular geographic area to determine the demand and supply of properties, as well as the overall economic conditions that may impact the real estate market. How to Do Real Estate Market Analysis in 2023?

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The Close

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

Bidding wars can be tricky to navigate, especially if it’s your first time representing a buyer in a competitive situation. I’ve compiled a list of my top tips on how to win a bidding war on a house to help you outsmart your competition and get your clients into their dream homes. that same day, and she already had 40 offers— forty !

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Toronto Realty Blog

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

” We use this sarcastically to describe a genius idea that isn’t so genius, or a foolish endeavour, but the origin is rooted in the fact that a rabbit (or hare) has a brain so small that if you told somebody their idea was “harebrained,” you’d be telling them it was a poor one. This dates back to the year 1534.

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The Close

AUGUST 11, 2023

So instead of telling you where Zillow economists think interest rates will be six months from now, I decided to answer the burning questions I know you have about the challenges and opportunities of AI and how you can pivot your business to meet them with confidence. This isn’t in some hazy future world, either.

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Real Trends

NOVEMBER 22, 2022

Your sellers want to ‘take a break’ and your buyers are constantly rescheduling. How can you take a breath, enjoy the merrymaking and still keep your momentum ? Just the type of buyers you’re looking for, right? Homes on the market during the holidays are likely to look their best. Fewer but better showings.

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Toronto Realty Blog

SEPTEMBER 26, 2022

Last week, I took a buyer client to see two condo townhouses for sale in the same complex. Were they completely different offerings, given they were priced over $300,000 apart? Just different listing and pricing strategies. ” So how much did it sell for? .” ” So how much did it sell for?

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Toronto Realty Blog

NOVEMBER 28, 2022

We’ve had listings that have received multiple offers and we’ve had listings that have sat on the market. We’ve had buyers successfully purchase homes amid competition in multiple offers and we’ve had buyers purchase properties with upwards of ten sign-backs on the price and terms. since they bought?

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HomeLight

AUGUST 20, 2021

By working with a cash buyer such as an iBuyer (or “instant buyer”), you could sell your home within days, not months. By working with a cash buyer such as an iBuyer (or “instant buyer”), you could sell your home within days, not months. How do instant offers in real estate work? It turns out you can.

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Broke Agent Media

JANUARY 25, 2023

BAM Key Details In a recent BAM Webinar, KCM President David Childers joined Byron Lazine to unpack the 2023 real estate market. The two shared data and talking points surrounding mortgage rates, expert predictions and opportunities in the current market. How’s the market? It’s a question you get asked daily.

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HomeLight

SEPTEMBER 27, 2021

Although the answer depends on the situation, including whether the home was priced correctly and how fast values are rising in their area, figures from the broader market do offer some general context. The odds of your appraisal coming in low depends on many factors, including your market’s current conditions. Key takeaways.

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Toronto Realty Blog

MARCH 7, 2024

In lieu of Ken Burns or David Attenborough, I don’t know how you might narrate a voice in your head, but personally, Morgan Freeman is my go-to. Of course, the narration you hear in your head might differ depending on the subject matter, the scene, or the cast of characters involved. TorontoRealtyBlog Was it Morgan Freeman?

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Realty Biz

NOVEMBER 1, 2022

But how much? Sellers want to know where they stand and the value they are getting for paying so much money. How Much is a Real Estate Agents Commission? When you sell a home and meet with a real estate agent, you will likely ask how much they will charge. The buyer's and seller's agents will then split the 2.5

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HomeLight

AUGUST 31, 2021

In 2021, 88% of buyers purchased their homes through an agent , so choosing the right agent is a critical step to ensuring your homebuying success. To make sure you’re working with the best agent for your needs, here are 26 questions every buyer should ask real estate agents for both vetting before and while working together.

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HomeLight

OCTOBER 24, 2023

Follow these seven expert tips for a quick sale in the capital of Silicon Valley with a savvy online marketing strategy, curb appeal that shines, and a real estate pro who can navigate such a high-stakes market. Need to sell your home fast in San Jose, California? million in 2021 , pushed even higher by pandemic-driven home purchases.

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The Close

SEPTEMBER 10, 2020

A strong seller’s market is a lot like dealing with the craziness of this pandemic. But, of course, buyer’s agents are always frustrated with the amount of work they are putting in, only to get shot down and have to repeat the process over and over again. How many showings have you had and are you expecting other offers?

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Realty Biz

OCTOBER 13, 2020

The licensed appraiser will check the property to work out the fair market value. This can make both buyers and sellers very nervous. These are the kinds of questions that can keep sellers and buyers from sleeping soundly at night. Home Appraisal Tips for Buyers. What to Know About House Appraisals.

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Notorious ROB

APRIL 5, 2023

Let me tell you about Decentre Property Exchange. Anytime you buy or sell something, there are three processes that have to happen: Execution : the buyer agrees to buy and the seller agrees to sell. In our view, a marketplace must at the very least match the buyer and the seller. What Makes DPX Unique?

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RIS Media

FEBRUARY 22, 2022

You are going to see a significant change—now can I tell you exactly when it’s going to be? But I’ll tell you what I think. But Lamacchia and Banosian took a step further to say that a market shift will not happen all at once, and those who will be best prepared for it are already modifying their business practices and expectations. “It

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RIS Media

APRIL 25, 2021

As a real estate professional, you should know how to tailor your approaches and strategies to suit your client’s wishes. First-time homebuyers are usually younger, more inexperienced buyers. First-time homebuyers are usually younger, more inexperienced buyers. Buyers Looking to Upgrade. First-Time Homebuyers.

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Real Trends

OCTOBER 3, 2022

Today’s real estate industry may seem like it’s all about market analysis, advanced data analytics, and 3D virtual home tours , but underneath all the bells and whistles, real estate is still a people business. So how do you improve your communication skills, so you can optimize your performance as a real estate agent?

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Toronto Realty Blog

JUNE 22, 2023

TorontoRealtyBlog “Hello, my name is David, and I have an addition to Microsoft Excel.” ” (Hi, David). It’s partially that. It’s partially finding something to do when I need to occupy my mind. I sprained my ankle, again , and this time it was really, really unfair. Physically and mentally. ” like it was 1988.

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