Housing Wire

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

As a real estate agent, you may think clients should care more about their next home than your life story. And while that may be true, well-crafted real estate agent bios can build trust and credibility and serve as a powerful tool in an agent’s marketing arsenal — giving prospective clients.

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Housing Wire

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

To answer that, we’ll take a deep dive into the differences between the many types of real estate professionals, including a real estate agent and a real estate broker. Summary What is a real estate agent? What does a real estate agent do? Let’s dive in!

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Housing Wire

JULY 9, 2024

In my circle, I hear this often about real estate agents as well (“They hardly do anything and get 6%!”). In a later article, I will devote pages and vent my spleen at those who thus insult teachers and farmers, but here I will do so in favor of the much maligned real estate agent. Is this fair?

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Housing Wire

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023

Even with demand buoyed by a sparse housing inventory, growing financial challenges for buyers are forcing home sellers to cut prices to close deals, a new Redfin research report found. According to the brokerage, 6.5% homes for sale posted a price cut during the four weeks ending September 24, up from 5.8% the month prior.

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Housing Wire

JANUARY 25, 2024

To help, we put together this guide to walk you through our nine-step system to recruit, nurture, and retain producing agents in 2024. Related Article The best real estate companies to work for in 2024 (+ beyond) 5. Like your first contact with a cold buyer or seller lead, your goal here is not to close them.

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Housing Wire

AUGUST 24, 2024

While they may not be as trendy as they once were, a well-crafted real estate agent Facebook page is still the best way to generate leads on social media. Your Facebook page can help you build your personal brand, network with other agents across the country (hello, referral partners!)

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Housing Wire

MARCH 22, 2024

With low housing inventory nationwide, agents are using innovative ways to find real estate seller leads and convert them into listings. To help you snag more listings, we updated our list of proven strategies to win more real estate seller leads in 2024.

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Housing Wire

APRIL 20, 2022

Bonnie Williamson never intended to be a real estate agent. Back in the day it was newspaper articles and if you were lucky you might be able to get a print ad about something you had done or a house that you had sold.”. Real estate agents are busier than ever.

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Housing Wire

OCTOBER 9, 2023

If you’re interested in becoming a real estate agent in Illinois, you’ll be happy to hear that the path to getting your real estate license in the Prairie State doesn’t require as much of a time commitment as other states. 1] As a real estate broker in Illinois, it is not legal for you to work independently.

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Housing Wire

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

iNCOM’s websites are perfect for budget-conscious agents who want more advanced CRM and lead generation features than comparably-priced sites from rivals like Placester. Real estate advice + top tech, lead gen & marketing tools — delivered to your inbox. per month for 5 users + $1200 setup fee Growth package: $699.95

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Housing Wire

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

Yet referrals are one of the best ways new agents can close more deals and earn more money. Real estate referral fees are also a fantastic way for experienced and busy agents to get a nice paycheck without doing much work. Other real estate referral sources The Bottom Line What is a real estate referral?

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Housing Wire

NOVEMBER 21, 2024

In this article, we’ve gathered 30 real estate text message scripts designed to help you connect with leads, nurture relationships, and get more deals to the closing table this coming year. When it comes to selling real estate, communication and timing can make or break your success. Can we discuss your goals?

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Housing Wire

NOVEMBER 15, 2021

Rocket said its iBuying program will “provide a back-up offer” to sellers. Your HW+ Membership includes: Unlimited access to HW+ articles and analysis. This content is exclusively for HW+ members. Start an HW+ Membership now for less than $1 a day. Start an HW+ Membership now for less than $1 a day. Become a member today.

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Housing Wire

NOVEMBER 5, 2023

Real estate prospecting is a necessary activity for agents aiming to build a robust pipeline of buyer and seller leads. There are numerous methods an agent can use to prospect, some traditional and others that leverage technology. In this article What is real estate prospecting?

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Housing Wire

OCTOBER 24, 2024

That’s wonderful and something to be admired, yet I’ve had many agents who are earlier in their careers ask me HOW these agents built this referral machine. In this article, you’ll find nine tried-and-true ways to start and grow your real estate referral business. Choose your moment!

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Housing Wire

OCTOBER 29, 2024

Editor’s note: This is the third in a series of articles that will explore the effects of the landmark Sitzer/Burnett case, which was decided on Oct. 31, 2023, and has since reshaped the business practices for real estate brokerages and agents across the country.

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Housing Wire

FEBRUARY 9, 2024

Real estate agents today need outstanding websites — or, at the very least, highly functional ones — to both attract and communicate with clients. If you target luxury buyers and sellers, it’s worth considering this investment, which also comes with the ability to choose a DIY or done-for-you build-out.

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Housing Wire

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

As a top-producing agent during the 2008 recession, I was unprepared. In this article, I’ll walk you through the seven actionable strategies I used to not only stay afloat, but actually grow my business in one of the worst recessions in American history. Demonstrating your value as an agent in a recession is much more challenging.

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Housing Wire

MARCH 22, 2024

Networking can be intimidating for some real estate agents. The downside: there will likely be lots of other real estate agents there. Either way, having a vendor booth at a wedding expo is a great way to meet potential buyers and sellers. When you buy through our links, we may earn a commission.

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Housing Wire

OCTOBER 8, 2024

After leading a few coaching companies, De Grote founded Forward Coaching with a focus on strategic lessons taught by veteran agents. Today, Forward Coaching focuses on teaching new agents how to negotiate with buyers and how to collaborate with sellers and listing agents on concessions.

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Housing Wire

DECEMBER 5, 2024

For decades, referrals have been the backbone of a real estate agents business. But in an era where nearly everything begins with a Google search, the way buyers connect with agents has changed dramatically. Agents now need to embrace this change to find themselves ahead of the curve.

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Housing Wire

DECEMBER 28, 2021

This article is part of our HousingWire 2022 forecast series. By the fall, real estate agents in Boise, Idaho were passing around a video they didn’t like but couldn’t resist watching. While it’s still a strong seller’s market, there just aren’t the up-to-20 offers coming in on homes anymore,” Herrig said.

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Housing Wire

JANUARY 29, 2024

That’s where real estate testimonials come into play. In this article, we’ll show how to procure top-notch client testimonials, where and how to share them, and how to leverage them to bolster your reputation and close more deals in 2024. Name], thank you so much for choosing me as your real estate agent!

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Housing Wire

JANUARY 12, 2024

The best real estate CRM solution is the one that will manage your client interactions, increase the number of touchpoints with each client, and convert leads seamlessly into buyers and sellers. Below, we take a deep dive into the best real estate CRM solutions for solo agents, teams and brokerages.

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Housing Wire

SEPTEMBER 30, 2021

Local real estate agents, loan officers and appraisers share what characteristics are currently defining their housing markets. This is sick, and I want it to end,” said Sharon Aubuchon, a RE/MAX Premier Realty agent in Prairie Village, Kansas a suburb of Kansas City. Kansas City, Missouri. Become a member today.

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Housing Wire

OCTOBER 10, 2023

A Comparative Market Analysis (CMA) is a detailed report that helps real estate agents evaluate and determine the market value of a property. It is an essential tool that allows agents to clearly communicate a pricing benchmark for a property. Here are the steps you should take to develop your CMA report Step 1.

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Housing Wire

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

Real estate agents are always looking for vetted, high-quality leads — and especially so during 2023 market conditions. These providers offer a rapid and cost-effective means for real estate agents to gather a list of potential clients and ultimately boost sales.

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Housing Wire

OCTOBER 24, 2024

Editor’s note: This is the first in a series of articles that will explore the effects of the landmark Sitzer/Burnett case, which was decided on Oct. 31, 2023, and has since reshaped the business practices for real estate brokerages and agents across the country. The data backs up Huskey’s observations.

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Housing Wire

OCTOBER 23, 2024

How to prepare for a listing appointment Have a quick call with the sellers to ask them about their motivation, timeline, and price they have in mind. All the contracts, disclosures, and paperwork your lead will need to sign to hire you as their listing agent. Prepare your initial comparative market analysis (CMA). Business cards.

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Housing Wire

NOVEMBER 1, 2022

Rocket Rewards will distribute points toward financial transactions across the Rocket Platform, such as using the company’s mortgage calculator, reading educational articles or watching informative videos. For Rocket Pro TPO , its wholesale arm, home sellers or real estate agents will fund the program.

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Housing Wire

JANUARY 10, 2024

While there’s no one-size-fits-all solution, plenty of customizable real estate lead generation tools exist to make your life easier. In this article, we explore nine exceptional real estate lead generation companies that can supercharge your lead generation efforts, each with its unique strengths and limitations.

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Housing Wire

JUNE 7, 2024

Listings are the life-blood of all successful real estate businesses, but making the leap from working primarily with buyers to working with sellers can be a challenge for many agents early in their careers. Host open houses for other agents When you have your own listings, absolutely do your own open houses.

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Housing Wire

JULY 10, 2024

In this article, I’ll share close to two decades of experience as a licensed agent and small brokerage owner in Boston to help you compete and win listings with a dynamite listing presentation. As agents, we compete for a finite number of available homes to list and sell. Seller / Buyer/ Balanced).

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Housing Wire

OCTOBER 18, 2024

Pick up prospects who are not committed to an agent. Open houses are an opportunity to not just meet a great buyer, but to hopefully find another great seller. Show up with energy and always arrive early because the seller is anxious. Be mindful of what you say and do, there may be cameras, or they may be a friend of the seller.

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Cleveland Appraisal Blog

FEBRUARY 7, 2023

As a Home Measurement Specialist, this article is close to my heart! I hope you find some helpful information in this article! Taking accurate measurements yields a more precise cost When setting the asking price for a home, what is one of the most important considerations for the seller and the real estate agent?

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Housing Wire

DECEMBER 27, 2024

If youre reading this article, youre not alone. Youve likely heard about real estate teams and how they can impact your career but what exactly are they, and why are so many agents joining or building teams? How do real estate teams work? Sellers agents: Listing agents specialize in representing sellers.

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Housing Wire

OCTOBER 17, 2023

Whether you’re a seasoned real estate agent looking to expand your reach or a newcomer eager to establish your digital footprint, ahead we delve into the best real estate lead generation websites for 2023. Buyer and seller-specific landing pages: You’ll want a site that offers visitor-specific content pages.

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