Housing Wire

JANUARY 9, 2025

The likelihood of the listing agent selling a pocket listing to a direct buyer without their own agent increases greatly with pocket listings. A reason to call your buyer leads. An off-market listing is a great excuse to call all those buyer leads in your database. We will give you ideas of how to do this in a later section.

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Housing Wire

JULY 8, 2024

Knowing what you’ll say in advance on a call, at an open house, or just chatting with your sphere makes you more confident — and confidence is the key that opens the door to opportunity in real estate. We want to attract the most qualified buyers and create a sense of urgency to encourage them to make strong offers quickly.

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Housing Wire

MAY 10, 2023

For prospective home buyers and sellers, that could mean a gradual decline in mortgage rates , which would unlock inventory and—dare I say—sales activity. You may have seen a picture making the rounds on Housing Twitter and LinkedIn recently. It shows about 50 people waiting in line at an open house in Mount Laurel, New Jersey.

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Housing Wire

AUGUST 28, 2020

So the products I’ve put into this category are really focused on either helping agents win listings or helping them convert lookers into buyers. And the last area is seller tools or companies that help to convert lookers to buyers (I could probably have thought of a better name here). Seller tools / Buyer conversion tools.

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Housing Wire

MARCH 2, 2023

“Prior to the COVID-19 pandemic, it was normal for inventory to rise in February as the spring home sellers began listing their homes and buyers weren’t yet out in force,” Simonsen wrote in his February 13 housing market update. We are seeing some modest increases, but the pressure is still there for the buyers,” Redding said.

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Housing Wire

JANUARY 21, 2022

When the restaurant Tom Hunt worked at as a server temporarily shut down during the spring of 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic, he decided it was the right time to pursue his longtime desire of becoming a real estate agent. By the end of 2020 the organization’s membership had soared to 1.48 million members.

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Housing Wire

AUGUST 9, 2023

Maintaining a consistent pipeline of potential buyers and sellers ensures the business’s sustainability and growth, but it requires an immense amount of work and marketing expertise, which is often outside an agent’s core competencies. Since 2020, Addressable has facilitated nearly $2 Billion in home sales across 44 states.

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Miller Samuel

MARCH 18, 2020

Since the 2020 DJIA peak of February 12, 2020, of 29,551.42, the market has fallen 28.13% to 21,237.88 However, all of these housing-related workers such as appraisers and agents, are starting to see that market conditions do not include the gift that it will be "business as usual." The outbreak is clearly expanding.

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Housing Wire

JULY 22, 2024

Think about it: if you’re a super successful agent running a team , you’ll want your team members to be available to run out and cover showings and host open houses every weekend. Let everyone in your sphere of influence know that you got your real estate license and are excited to work with buyers and sellers.

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D Fritz Appraisals

JULY 15, 2020

Live-streamed open houses, virtual walkthroughs, masks and sanitizer waiting at listed homes became common as the first weeks wore on. As a result, in June the number of homes on the market was much closer to 2019 numbers and sales in June 2020 in the VREB region surpassed sales from June 2019. percent compared to April 2019.

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McKissock

APRIL 28, 2021

It makes sense, but it can make the real estate process even tougher for buyers. Here’s how to handle emotional buyers like the pro that you are. As of 2020, a whopping 88% of home buyers relied on the help of a real estate agent to get them through the process. Know Their Problems — and Solve Them.

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Lamacchia Realty

SEPTEMBER 7, 2021

In 2020, we put out a recommendation that speaks directly to REALTORS ®, with 10 Steps for Holding a Safe Showing or Open House. We clearly outlined the steps for REALTORS ® last year, but as time passed, we realized buyers and sellers too could use tips to follow in this market. Be Prepared with a Mask.

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Lamacchia Realty

APRIL 7, 2025

This creates a cycle that floods the market with homes for sale, shifting competition to sellers, unlike the post-COVID boom, where buyers were in bidding wars, waiving contingencies, and offering over asking. Now, sellers are adjusting their list price to attract more buyers more than ever due to challenges that the Florida market is facing.

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Lamacchia Realty

NOVEMBER 30, 2021

With fewer homes naturally being on the market, your home will be getting more attention from buyers. The buyers who are looking during this time of the year are extra motivated so being on top of your selling game is even more important! With the days being shorter during the winter, a lot of your workweek open houses may be at night.

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Lamacchia Realty

JULY 6, 2021

Here are some easy fixes you can make in one day: Replace Cover Plates on Outlets & Light Switches It might seem like a silly fix, but when a potential buyer enters a room and notices missing or broken cover plates on outlets and light switches, it can be a red flag for the buyer.

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Lamacchia Realty

OCTOBER 13, 2021

When making such a huge decision, buyers often wonder how many homes they should see before they make an offer on the one they like. Buyers who only see a few homes. There are some buyers who luck out and make an offer on the first home they see. There are some buyers who luck out and make an offer on the first home they see.

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Lamacchia Realty

JUNE 10, 2022

Despite all of it competition is still strong, and buyers are still out there, but with average prices increasing also at historic rates since 2020 and with the cost increase of borrowing, a shift in the market is happening. Congratulations, frustrated home buyers ! Home sellers, the market has changed.

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Cornerstone

APRIL 2, 2021

Mortgage rates reached new lows multiple times, and buyers took advantage of this surge in affordability by snapping up available houses. Housing authorities like Freddie Mac predict a “strong spring sales season” ahead. Buyer activity remains high , and low inventory continues to pose a problem. Want to move faster?

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Lamacchia Realty

SEPTEMBER 8, 2021

Motivated sellers attract motivated buyers. We often see homeowners turn down the heat to save money but you want to make sure when your potential home buyer leaves, that they remember a warm, comfortable home that they want to go back to. September 29, 2020. March 3, 2020. Also, ensure that your home is warm inside.

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Lamacchia Realty

OCTOBER 17, 2024

PRICE ADJUSTMENTS AND THE 2024 MARKET In 2023, it was clear that the market was continuing to adjust from the frenzied post-pandemic scene in the early 2020s. Inventory of homes listed reached a record low by July of 2023 , and mortgage rates increased dramatically, diminishing buyer affordability.

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Lamacchia Realty

JULY 1, 2021

We have developed five helpful tips that you can follow in order to please both your children and buyers. But if it’s obvious that you have kids, a buyer will understand if you have a toy here or there that wasn’t put away. Be flexible as well because your schedule may not fit exactly with a potential buyers schedule.

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Lamacchia Realty

JUNE 21, 2022

Now, months later, with rates up nearly 100% from the start of the year- January mortgage rates were hovering in the low to mid 3’s and this week reached 6.28%- diminished buyer affordability is causing a big downshift in demand. Rising prices weren’t favorable but with historically low mortgage rates , they were still affordable for buyers.

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Lamacchia Realty

OCTOBER 25, 2023

Now, a year and a half later, with rates up to 8%, buyer affordability is significantly diminished. Coming from the frenzied pandemic market where inventory was at historically low levels , sellers are holding the line and buyers are still the ones competing in this market. In the graphic to the right, you can see this more clearly.

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Lamacchia Realty

MARCH 17, 2022

Inventory started low in 2020, and then dropped even lower in March 2020 during the stay-at-home mandates. Take Action to Sell and Action to Buy- Many times “Want-to-Be” sellers and buyers don’t take one step without the other and all that does is hold you back.

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Lamacchia Realty

AUGUST 3, 2021

Though there were several months through winter and spring that it never seemed possible this year, the market is slowly beginning to be less competitive for buyers. But if the home has been available long enough, it’s time to consider adjusting the list price to gain more visibility from more potential buyers.

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Lamacchia Realty

JUNE 18, 2021

Inventory started low in 2020, and then dropped even lower in March during the stay-at-home mandates. This means NOW is a great time to list to take advantage of motivated buyers before other sellers start to saturate the market. Of course, that does not expose it to nearly as many buyers as you can by listing it traditionally.

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Houston Properties

JULY 20, 2022

Each of these villages has its own unique charm, perfect for the home buyer with distinct requirements. On the buyer side, she will absolutely tell you what’s wrong with a property and give you all of the reasons not to buy it. 2020: America’s Best Real Estate Teams, Best of America Trends. lower risk for mistakes.

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Lamacchia Realty

APRIL 7, 2025

This creates a cycle that floods the market with homes for sale, shifting competition to sellers, unlike the post-COVID boom, where buyers were in bidding wars, waiving contingencies, and offering over asking. Now, sellers are adjusting their list price to attract more buyers more than ever due to challenges that the Florida market is facing.

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Houston Properties

JULY 21, 2022

They are always available, attentive, and active in the pursuit of the right buyer. 2020: America’s Best Real Estate Teams, Best of America Trends. 2020: Best Houston Real Estate Team, Best of Reader’s Choice. 2020: Top Real Estate Team (Houston Properties Team), Houston Business Journal. We cannot thank them enough. .

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Houston Properties

JULY 20, 2022

We joked that the pictures online could not have come from our house!!! They brought a lot of buyers through, and we were fortunate enough to have multiple offers to choose from. 2020: America’s Best Real Estate Teams, Best of America Trends. 2020: Best Houston Real Estate Team, Best of Reader’s Choice.

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Houston Properties

JULY 15, 2022

On the buyer side, she will absolutely tell you what’s wrong with a property and give you all of the reasons not to buy it. 2020: America’s Best Real Estate Teams, Best of America Trends. 2020: Best Houston Real Estate Team, Best of Reader’s Choice. 2020: Top Real Estate Team (Houston Properties Team), Houston Business Journal.

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Houston Properties

JULY 22, 2022

Since most Houston home buyers will need a mortgage, it is important that a home’s sale price be in line with a lender’s estimate of its value. It’s critical to know what price you will ultimately be willing to accept for your Houston home before beginning a negotiation with a buyer. Ask a lender. Price accurately.

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Houston Properties

JULY 19, 2022

We joked that the pictures online could not have come from our house!!! They brought a lot of buyers through, and we were fortunate enough to have multiple offers to choose from. Sandalwood is the perfect place for buyers who are looking for a perfect balance between a luxurious lifestyle and serene city living.

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Houston Properties

JULY 20, 2022

2020: America’s Best Real Estate Teams, Best of America Trends. 2020: Best Houston Real Estate Team, Best of Reader’s Choice. 2020: Top Real Estate Team (Houston Properties Team), Houston Business Journal. 2020: #6 Individual Agent, Keller Williams, Worldwide. 2020: #1 Real Estate Team, Keller Williams Memorial.

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Houston Properties

JULY 20, 2022

2020: America’s Best Real Estate Teams, Best of America Trends. 2020: Best Houston Real Estate Team, Best of Reader’s Choice. 2020: Top Real Estate Team (Houston Properties Team), Houston Business Journal. 2020: #6 Individual Agent, Keller Williams, Worldwide. 2020: #1 Real Estate Team, Keller Williams Memorial.

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Houston Properties

JULY 22, 2022

On the buyer side, she will absolutely tell you what’s wrong with a property and give you all of the reasons not to buy it. They are always available, attentive, and active in the pursuit of the right buyer. 2020: America’s Best Real Estate Teams, Best of America Trends. 2020: #6 Individual Agent, Keller Williams, Worldwide.

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Houston Properties

JULY 21, 2022

We joked that the pictures online could not have come from our house!!! They brought a lot of buyers through, and we were fortunate enough to have multiple offers to choose from. 2020: America’s Best Real Estate Teams, Best of America Trends. 2020: Best Houston Real Estate Team, Best of Reader’s Choice.

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