Think about it: you're a buyer in today's competitive housing landscape, competing against a multitude of other buyers where there's tight inventory and high interest rates. There are less homes than ever to choose from and most are more expensive than the year before. Or, how about this: you're a seller with a critical sell timeline and you want top dollar for your life's biggest investment. But buyers are playing a waiting game, sidelined by high interest rates and high prices. The last thing you want is for your home to languish on the market for too long. Whether you're a seller, a buyer, or an agent, it is more challenging than ever for everyone to get what they need. This is a never-seen-before market with post-pandemic factors still at play. But believe it or not, a seller's home … [Read more...] about How to Close Your Listings Faster and for More
Best Trending Home Staging Tips in Real Estate for 2024
As a real estate professional you know the true significance of January: getting out ahead of the upcoming spring sale season. You are preparing CMAs for potential listings, sending marketing materials to your farm area, and staying in front of your sphere and leads. And with the expectation of new listings coming onboard, you must be ready to guide your sellers towards the latest interior design staging trends to maximize top dollar. Statistics show investing 1.3% in staging results in a 7.1% average over-list return or 5-15% over asking price (Architectural Digest). Make sure you are a step ahead so that your listings reflect what today's savvy buyers are looking for. Whether you work with a professional stager or perform that service in-house, following are the best trending home … [Read more...] about Best Trending Home Staging Tips in Real Estate for 2024
How to Choose the Perfect Exterior Door
According to the Department of Energy (energy.gov,) replacing older doors in your home might lower heating and cooling costs. Here are some tips on how to choose the perfect exterior door. … [Read more...] about How to Choose the Perfect Exterior Door
Yes, You Can Create Beautiful Winter Curb Appeal
by homewarranty.com From the driveway to the landscaping, the winter months can be tough on our houses. A property that looks too well-worn on the outside does not give a great first impression to prospective home buyers. Here are a few tips to encourage potential buyers to want to see past your front door. Yes, you can create beautiful winter curb appeal. … [Read more...] about Yes, You Can Create Beautiful Winter Curb Appeal
The Perfect Closing Gift in Real Estate to Make Lifelong Clients
So, after a lot of hard work and time, you've finally brought that hot lead into escrow and are about to close on their dream home. Savvy agents know that closing isn't the end of a relationship - rather, it's the beginning of a lifelong one. A closing brings numerous opportunities to cement your relationship and make your clients lifelong clients. And "Clients for Life" must be your mantra in order to maintain a successful real estate career that survives the test of time. Here's how you can choose the perfect closing gift in real estate to make lifelong clients: … [Read more...] about The Perfect Closing Gift in Real Estate to Make Lifelong Clients