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What is a real estate broker vs. an agent? We explain the key differences

Housing Wire

Real estate agents and real estate brokers are both licensed real estate professionals who can assist buyers and sellers, but you should be aware of some key differences and state-specific distinctions. A real estate agent is a licensed professional who represents buyers or sellers in real estate transactions. Let’s dive in!

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A homebuyer’s personal story from the post-Sitzer, post-settlement world

Housing Wire

Editor’s note: This is the fifth in a series of articles that will explore the effects of the landmark Sitzer/Burnett case, which was decided on Oct. Lamacchia Realty is using its own buyer representation agreements , and I found the form straightforward and easy to understand.

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Real estate negotiation: 8 effective strategies from a KW mega broker

Housing Wire

In most cases, a buyer wants to get a fair deal on a house that the seller wants to sell at a fair price. So you would state it something like this: Your seller wants to sell and my buyer wants to buy, right? When it is between a buyer and a seller, I might say, Im confident we will find a solution that is agreeable to both parties.

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Real estate newsletters: The ultimate playbook (+ 49 topic ideas & subject lines)

Housing Wire

Building on existing relationships is the quickest and easiest way to keep your pipeline filled with active buyers and sellers, so you dont have to worry about dry spells. In this article, weve compiled 49 compelling real estate newsletter ideas and subject lines. So, where do you start?

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Is this housing market affordable for the average shopper?

Housing Wire

Buyers are facing unprecedented challenges, they say, due to a confluence of housing market conditions: Pricing. Redfin also reported this month that seven in 10 buyers — 70.4% — faced bidding wars in May. If you’re an FHA or VA buyer, you don’t stand a chance. So, what does this mean for buyers? Bidding wars.

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Are Home Buyers Regretting Their Purchase?

Cleveland Appraisal Blog

Below is a chart from the National Association of REALTORS article on home buyer regret. Some buyers may be relocating from a different state, and feel pressured to purchase a home sight unseen. It’s not that these pictures are meant to deceive buyers. WAIVING HOME INSPECTIONS. Did they regret their decision?

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How to negotiate your home purchase offer

Housing Wire

According to Matt Sharp, Area Lending Manager at Citi, “It’s really important when you are in the buying process that lenders have a communication with not only the buyer but also with their realtor,” Sharp said. This is a bit of a gamble since the buyer won’t know for sure if they have to use the money until after the appraisal.