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The future of the MLS may be murky, but brokers still want the data

Housing Wire

It lets buyers see all of their options,“ Samuelson said. “If I think when we talk about consumers, we often talk a lot about buyers and not enough about sellers. I think if buyers deserve to know days on market, then sellers should deserve to know how long a buyer has been looking and how many of their offers have been rejected.”

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How to follow up with unresponsive clients without being pushy

Housing Wire

After the National Association of Realtors settlement changed how commission is paid, there was some fear among agents that buyers and sellers might forgo their services in favor of handling the transaction themselves. Organize real estate seminars or weekend courses, happy hours for clients, or deluxe open houses with free refreshments.

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The psychology of real estate: Understand what motivates buyers

Inman

Understanding buyer psychology is about more than closing business transactions, Darryl Davis writes. Its about building genuine connections and guiding clients to decisions that align with their goals.

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Agents fight misconceptions to win deals for military veteran clients

Housing Wire

“This is an absolute must, especially in the market right now as it gives the lender an opportunity to fill the listing agent in on the buyer’s background and how the VA loan process works,” Pascoe explained. Next, he has his buyers write a letter to the seller, a practice that has come under scrutiny lately for creating potential biases.

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Let’s stay together: Why buyer love letters deserve a second chance

Inman

It's time to question unfounded legal warnings and negative scenarios that don't make sense so that we can put this tool to use for buyers, the CEO of Darryl Davis Seminars writes.

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How to get listings in real estate: 11 proven strategies for 2024

Housing Wire

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. This is a good strategy for agents who are looking to work with buyers as well as sellers. Who’s it for?

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HW+ Member Spotlight: Matthew Blanchard

Housing Wire

I built my career teaching first time home buyer seminars. This policy is having a massive impact on the current potential home buyer and the affordability of home ownership. Matthew Blanchard: I sit at the closing table with clients I’ve been working with for months or years – finally buying their first home.

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