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Top 10 ways to get homebuyers to work with you

Housing Wire

There are other ways to find inventory rather than just using your MLS. You cah also be more creative in your MLS searches in ways that net you more inventory to choose from for your clients. To do that, you need to use more than just Realtor.com , Homes.com and Zillow. Online and offline resources are at your fingertips.

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Contingent vs. Pending: Real Estate Lingo Explained

RIS Media

” There are other statuses in the MLS listings like “Pending,” “Contingent,” “Coming Soon” and “Expired.” One of the most confusing things for buyers and sellers to understand is what contingent means vs. pending. Contingent vs. Pending?

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What Does ‘Under Contract’ Mean on a Home Listing?

HomeLight

What contingencies might be attached to ‘under contract’ listings? Oriana Shea , a top-rated agent in California who has been helping homebuyers for 26 years, says that, depending on local multiple list service (MLS) rules and where the property is located, a listing might actually be tagged as “contingent” rather than under contract.

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How to Sell a House by Owner in Texas

HomeLight

Since you won’t be able to access MLS data without a real estate license, you’ll need to look at major home search sites to collect your data. Listing on the multiple listing service (MLS) will get your property more visibility. Conduct your own comps analysis Compare your home’s features against the nearby comps you collected.

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What is a Contingent House Listing?

Point2Homes

Contingent Statuses. Homes for sale may be subject to different contingent statuses, which may also be referred to differently, according to the individual multiple listing service (MLS). Nonetheless, whether you’re buying or selling a home, it’s essential to have an intimate understanding of contingencies.

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How to Sell a House by Owner in Colorado

HomeLight

Since you won’t be able to access MLS data without a real estate license, you’ll need to look at major home search sites to collect your data. Listing on the multiple listing service (MLS) will get your property more visibility. Conduct your own comps analysis. Compare your home’s features against the nearby comps you collected.

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Real Estate Pending Vs. Contingent: MLS Lingo Explained for Sellers

HomeLight

That’s why it’s important for your real estate agent to keep your property’s status up to date, both in the multiple listing service (MLS) that agents cooperatively use, as well as in online marketplaces, which pull data from the MLS. Buyers also can use the findings of an inspection to negotiate for repairs or credits.

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