People often spend decades making their home a visual showcase of their life, family, interests and more. They enjoy having friends and relatives over to see what they’ve collected and displayed in rooms and on walls. But when it comes time to finally sell the house, asking the owners to remove a lot of those… Continue reading A Seller-Agent Action Plan for Prepping a House for Market
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The Art of the Deal
Our decades of experience have enjoyed hundreds of successful brokerage, lender and technology firm mergers and acquisitions. That said, we can’t remember two that were exactly the same. We celebrate the wins and we learn lessons along the way. The most important advice we can share is a reminder that we are in the people… Continue reading The Art of the Deal
5 Tips for Working With Experienced Buyers
First-time homebuyers currently make up 45% of the market but that leaves a big slice of the pie being more-experienced buyers. Maybe these buyers are moving; maybe they’re looking for a secondary home; maybe they’re house-flipping. Experienced homebuyers will be more formidable than first timers in knowledge and available resources alike, so agents should have… Continue reading 5 Tips for Working With Experienced Buyers
Never Pay Brokerage Fees Again
Have you ever thought about what it would be like never to have to pay monthly fees, E&O fees, or commission splits to your broker? You’re not alone! In the current market, where sales have declined across the country, many agents are beginning to feel the strain and likely ponder that very thought. To address… Continue reading Never Pay Brokerage Fees Again
Enhancing the Real Estate Process
When it comes to utilizing state-of-the-art blockchain technology to ensure the security and integrity of the documents associated with a real estate transaction, Mir Ali Asgary, the CEO and broker of record of Ontario’s Creiland Consultants Realty, didn’t hesitate before turning to ShelterZoom. At the same time, Asgary realized that he was helping both his… Continue reading Enhancing the Real Estate Process
Why a Seller Needs a Marketing Agent
Fierce competition is a reality in today’s housing industry. Showing your value and setting yourself apart to potential clients who are considering several other listing agents is not a should do—it’s a must do. It can be tempting to reduce your commission (which I don’t recommend) or work for free (which I also don’t recommend),… Continue reading Why a Seller Needs a Marketing Agent
The New Rules of Profitability
With the Fed increasing interest rates for the fifth time this year, the residential real estate market is starting to look different. It is increasingly challenging for home shoppers to obtain mortgages, which are harder to come by now than they’ve been in years. As fewer lenders approve mortgages, it’s important to remember that house… Continue reading The New Rules of Profitability
3 Ways You Can Supercharge Your Personal Time With a Real Estate Team
Most professionals I know who join a real estate team do so for one of three reasons: they’re looking to increase their profitability, decrease their busy schedule and workload, or a mix of both. Every agent I know is looking for higher profits and better balance in their life. The question is this: does a… Continue reading 3 Ways You Can Supercharge Your Personal Time With a Real Estate Team
SOCIAL SKILLS: Social Media Boos That Will Scare Your Followers Away
For real estate agents, brokers and experts everywhere, social media can be a driving force for your business. From generating new leads and reaching new potential clients, to promoting your business and providing valuable content to your sphere of influence, this is a marketing tool you simply cannot live without in today’s modern market. As… Continue reading SOCIAL SKILLS: Social Media Boos That Will Scare Your Followers Away
How to Thrive in a Potential Recession
As the real estate market rapidly changes, it’s natural to feel uncertain about how to proceed. The best advice? Stop, take a deep breath and return to the basics that have helped you achieve success so far. Strengthening the fundamentals of your business will allow you to feel in control and ready to handle whatever… Continue reading How to Thrive in a Potential Recession