Mortgage rates for a 30-year fixed are at an all-time high according to Mortgage News Daily, rates not seen since 2009. Meanwhile, the rate for an ARM loan is a percent or more lower. Today, knowing when an ARM loan is a good idea is more important than ever. As an agent navigating your clients through uncertain financial times, you need to understand Adjustable Rate Mortgages and how they will affect buyers. When considering an Adjustable Rate Mortgage, keep the following three factors in mind: … [Read more...] about Knowing when an ARM Loan is a Good Idea
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How to Protect Yourself in a Low Inventory Housing Market
As a real estate agent, you already know a home warranty can be a thoughtful closing gift for a client. But did you also know it adds protection to your real estate business? Indeed, a home warranty offers extra protection to you and your business, particularly in a low inventory housing market. … [Read more...] about How to Protect Yourself in a Low Inventory Housing Market
Maximize Team Productivity with Emotional Intelligence
Emotional Intelligence was coined in 1990 by researchers Peter Salavoy and John Mayer. Today you will recognize it as a key element of success in team productivity. In fact, we now know you can maximize team productivity with Emotional Intelligence. We also know that E.I. trumps IQ in the arenas of professional and personal life. Most importantly, when you have both working together, your team is much more likely to reach its goals. … [Read more...] about Maximize Team Productivity with Emotional Intelligence
Make the Most of the Spring 2022 Market
Spring is typically the time when the lion’s share of listings come to market, and this spring should be no different. Make the most of the Spring 2022 market by hitting the ground running. With that said, great agents also need to prepare for a number of market transitions that are unique to Spring 2022. … [Read more...] about Make the Most of the Spring 2022 Market
How Great Real Estate Agents Create “No Regrets”
There's a big difference between an “ordinary” real estate agent and a "great” real estate agent. Great real estate agents go the extra mile with their clients. They do a deep dive into what really motivates a buyer to close a deal. A great real estate agent brings many talents to the table: market knowledge, area expertise, transaction experience, an open schedule, and a bit of psychology. One sign of a great agent is that a great agent often knows more about what a buyer needs than the buyer does. A great real estate agent adds a home warranty at closing. This helps buyers have no regrets after a home purchase. … [Read more...] about How Great Real Estate Agents Create “No Regrets”