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
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Handy Dandy Marketing Reminders for Realtors®
In today's market, you, like many other Realtors®, may find yourself at a loss when it comes to ways to drum up new business. At the moment, inventory is scarce, buyers are priced out, and interest rates are high. Overall, business volume is down which means your bank account probably is too. That being said, it's more important than ever to reposition yourself for the inevitable rebound that is likely to happen in 2024. Since marketing often takes months before you see results, there is no better time than now to recommit to a solid, consistent marketing plan. Following are handy-dandy marketing reminders for Realtors® that will help get you on the right track: … [Read more...] about Handy Dandy Marketing Reminders for Realtors®
Smart Ways to Market Your Real Estate Business
As a real estate professional working strictly on commission, you are a small business. Which means you are in charge of your paycheck and no one else. As such, you are probably more aware than ever of the need to market your business for maximum visibility to potential clients. Following are smart ways to market your real estate business. … [Read more...] about Smart Ways to Market Your Real Estate Business
Why 13 is Your Lucky Number
By now you probably know that adding a sellers' home warranty to your listing helps sell your home faster and for more money. But here's something you may not know: The 13-Month CRES Advantage Home Warranty Plan, underwritten, issued and administered by Fidelity National Home Warranty, provides extra protection to all sides of the real estate transaction and can be used as a great listing tool. And this is why 13 is your lucky number. … [Read more...] about Why 13 is Your Lucky Number
Generate More Leads for Free
A thriving real estate business is all about continually attracting new leads. Consistency over the long haul is key when practicing the art of lead generation. Following are 10 simple steps you can take to generate more leads for free: … [Read more...] about Generate More Leads for Free