Sacramento Appraisal Blog

SEPTEMBER 25, 2024

UPCOMING SPEAKING GIGS: 10/18/24 […] The post The hot mess of concessions in real estate first appeared on Sacramento Appraisal Blog. It feels messy that concessions information is no longer in MLS, there’s some confusion about how appraisers are handling some of this, and we have a new question to ask.

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Sacramento Appraisal Blog

JUNE 20, 2024

This happens all the time unfortunately, and it’s an example of how simple real estate math can […] The post Real estate math gone wild first appeared on Sacramento Appraisal Blog.

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Sacramento Appraisal Blog

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

Today my blog turns 15 years old. And blog years are sort of like dog years, so my blog is basically super old and wearing Depends now. And I know it sounds cheesy, but the best thing to […] The post Things I’ve learned after 15 years of blogging first appeared on Sacramento Appraisal Blog.

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Housing Wire

DECEMBER 23, 2020

The impact of COVID on the real estate market is significant and has forever changed the way our industry operates. This change, while disruptive and uncomfortable for some, has provoked the rapid adoption of real estate technology, the likes of which we haven’t seen before. To join the HW+ community, go here.

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Sacramento Appraisal Blog

JANUARY 4, 2024

UPCOMING (PUBLIC) SPEAKING GIGS: 01/12/24 Prime Real Estate (private event (I think)) 01/17/24 Gateway Event (private) 01/30/24 Joel Wright & Mike Gobbi Event 9am (on Zoom here) 2/09/24 […] The post Real estate trends to watch in 2024 first appeared on Sacramento Appraisal Blog.

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Housing Wire

OCTOBER 22, 2024

Artificial intelligence (AI) has become a hot topic across every facet of life, including the real estate and title industries. First, check out SoftPro’s recent blog , delving into the basics). SoftPro is committed to delivering superior solutions to the real estate title, closing and escrow industry.

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Housing Wire

NOVEMBER 21, 2023

You might have heard about AI in sci-fi movies or tech conferences, but do you know that it’s a game-changer for real estate agents too? Artificial Intelligence (AI) is your secret sauce to becoming the ultimate authority in the real estate world. It’s time to be the real estate authority you were born to be.

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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. Mobile-friendly design: Like many of us, homebuyers are constantly on the go. per month plus $249.95

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Housing Wire

SEPTEMBER 30, 2021

When the I Heart Real Estate team isn’t busy with clients, it’s a safe bet that the company is helping someone, somewhere, in a time of need. On the I Heart Real Estate blog section of the company website, a post authored by Stevens entitled “Do You Have Heart?” Founder and CEO Christopher Stevens insists on it.

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Sacramento Appraisal Blog

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

Turkey with a side of real estate? OVER FOUR THOUSAND BLESSINGS TO COUNT This year we’ve seen 3,346 more new listings […] The post Making Thanksgiving dinner awkward with housing conversations first appeared on Sacramento Appraisal Blog. Yes please. Or maybe not.

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Housing Wire

APRIL 25, 2024

If you want to thrive this year, choosing the right real estate apps is crucial. To help, we reviewed hundreds of options to put together this list of the best real estate apps for 2024. That means you can use it to create email campaigns, write blog posts, or research your market with the most up-to-date information.

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Housing Wire

JANUARY 27, 2025

Lone Wolf Technologies , a real estate technology company that has been in business for decades, unveiled its reimagined brand identity last week as an effort to “blend technology with human-centered design to better serve real estate professionals,” per a release from the company. ”

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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. The objective is to build relationships, understand the needs of potential clients, and position yourself as a go-to resource when they are ready to buy or sell real estate.

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Sacramento Appraisal Blog

JULY 18, 2023

I also want to show you the DIY “pool” I built […] The post The value of a pool in real estate first appeared on Sacramento Appraisal Blog | Real Estate Appraiser. Anyway, today I have some pool stats that I’m excited to share.

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Sacramento Appraisal Blog

JANUARY 4, 2022

What’s the real estate market going to do in 2022? Let’s talk about some of the emerging trends. Scroll quickly or digest slowly. Anything to add? January public speaking gigs: January 12: Top Producer Panel in Granite Bay (sold out) January 18: SAR Big Market Update (sign up here) January 19: PCAR WCR Big Market […].

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Sacramento Appraisal Blog

JUNE 5, 2023

Pickleball is all the rage, and today I want to talk about how the growth of the sport is becoming much more noticeable in real estate listings. I also have an interview with a friend who built a pickleball court in his backyard.

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Housing Wire

AUGUST 25, 2024

With technology changing faster than new agents answer phone calls, choosing the right real estate brokerage software can sometimes feel like a full-time job. The right real estate brokerage software will help you gain market share, train, recruit, and retain more (and better) agents, and make more profits.

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Housing Wire

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

Sure, your real estate landing pages look great — but do they convert? A good real estate website includes more than just drool-worthy images of homes priced to sell. Check out this example: This Placester real estate landing page caters to buyers looking for listings.

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Housing Wire

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

Want a killer real estate website? Today’s real estate website builder offers a turnkey, easy-to-use solution to help build your brand, market your business and generate more (and better) leads. Vetted by HousingWire | Our editors independently review the products we recommend. Here our our picks.

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Housing Wire

MARCH 13, 2024

Artificial intelligence (AI) tools equip real estate agents with unprecedented capabilities. Since real estate tech changes by the hour these days, we did a deep dive into the most helpful AI tools for real estate agents on the market today. When you buy through our links, we may earn a commission.

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Sacramento Appraisal Blog

JANUARY 28, 2025

UPCOMING SPEAKING GIGS: 1/31/25 Prime Real Estate […] The post The housing market is warm. first appeared on Sacramento Appraisal Blog. Let’s unpack that today. Scroll quickly by topic or digest slowly. Any thoughts? Not blazing hot.

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Miller Samuel

MAY 1, 2021

Barry also posted the interview on his essential Big Picture blog: MiB: Jonathan Miller, Appraiser Extraordinaire in addition to the Bloomberg Masters In Business landing page. He previously interviewed me in 2014 , 2016 and 2020.

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Housing Wire

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

First impressions matter, especially in the luxury real estate market. Keep your online presence on brand Choose a clean and sophisticated design that reflects the essence of luxury real estate and your existing brand. Prioritize the inclusion of engaging and informative articles related to luxury real estate.

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Housing Wire

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

For real estate professionals, the changing landscape is a call to action. Design and share infographics that provide valuable real estate tips or market statistics, making complex information easily digestible and shareable. Share helpful infographics Visual content is king.

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Housing Wire

APRIL 22, 2024

Check out these nine downloadable real estate prospecting letter templates to help you make an impression in your neighborhood or zip code. My name is (your name), and I’m a licensed real estate professional with (your brokerage). Please think of me as your go-to resource for all things real estate.

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Housing Wire

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

In the ever-competitive real estate market, creating a consistent flow of real estate buyer leads is strategy for success. Extending a broad (but strategic) net is part of knowing how to generate buyer leads in real estate. Of course, you can’t do everything — but consistency is important.

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Housing Wire

JANUARY 10, 2024

Between leveraging your personal network, filming YouTube videos and even the unpleasant task of cold prospecting, real estate professionals today wear all the hats. Yet, in a competitive real estate market, agents don’t always have the luxury of investing months into long-term brand-building.

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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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Sacramento Appraisal Blog

OCTOBER 16, 2024

UPCOMING SPEAKING GIGS: 10/18/24 Prime Real Estate (private) 10/22/24 Culbertson and Gray Group (private (I think)) 10/23/24 SAFE […] The post Which neighborhoods are doing better than others? first appeared on Sacramento Appraisal Blog. What do stats show when we look at forty local neighborhoods? Let’s find out.

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Housing Wire

FEBRUARY 9, 2024

Our comprehensive guide to the best real estate marketing tools provides you with a helpful assortment of easy-to-use, effective marketing products to turn your business into a revenue engine in 2024. We know — you didn’t get into real estate for the love of marketing or tech.

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Housing Wire

AUGUST 3, 2023

Too many real estate agents are watching artificial intelligence (AI) from the sidelines, assuming technology will never replace them. They repeat the mantra “Home buyers and sellers will always need a real estate agent.” So how can real estate agents be so cavalier about their job? trillion to $7.9

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Housing Wire

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

Just hours after securing a victory for his home seller clients in the landmark Sitzer/Burnett commission lawsuit, Michael Ketchmark, the lead attorney for the plaintiffs, filed another class action antitrust lawsuit against some of the real estate industry’s biggest players, in U.S. District Court for Western Missouri.

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Housing Wire

JUNE 7, 2024

Creating a real estate marketing plan can be harder than it sounds. I put together this guide to help you find your niche and create a real estate marketing plan aligned with your brand, personality, and local market. If you’ve ever walked through a vendor hall at a real estate conference, you know what I mean.

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Sacramento Appraisal Blog

DECEMBER 3, 2024

UPCOMING SPEAKING GIGS: 12/5/24 Made 4 More Team (Exporting Data from MLS) 12/11/24 Gateway: Think Like an […] The post Condos are having a moment first appeared on Sacramento Appraisal Blog.

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Sacramento Appraisal Blog

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

And it’s not just me because the overwhelming feedback from real estate agents and homeowners is that prices have really leveled off. Let’s talk […] The post Why Im calling the housing market flat first appeared on Sacramento Appraisal Blog. What words are you using to describe the market right now?

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Housing Wire

AUGUST 26, 2021

Like many mortgage and real estate entities in 2020 and 2021, Roofstock got a cut of that sweet, sweet housing market upswing. Roofstock also announced Wednesday that founding Zillow executive Chloe Harford and veteran commercial real estate executive Craig Robinson have joined its board of directors.

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Sacramento Appraisal Blog

AUGUST 3, 2021

These are words some might use to describe certain neighborhoods, but they’re 100% off limits for appraisers (and probably other real estate professionals). Is it family-friendly? Is it crime-ridden? Let’s talk about this. A refresher & false narratives: I hope […].

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