Housing Wire

OCTOBER 23, 2020

And while real estate agents repping luxury homes aren’t seeing as many bidding wars as they did this summer , their respective housing markets are still crazy right now. Contracts during this time also skyrocketed 62%. And, since early July to now, it’s just getting very busy.”. Presented by: NAMB.

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Housing Wire

JUNE 13, 2024

According to a report published Thursday by wire fraud prevention firm CertifID , real estate agents , brokers and title companies are increasingly being held accountable if a consumer loses money.

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Housing Wire

MAY 30, 2024

Ironically, the technology he’s developed can be a benefit to real estate agents as well. When I originated loans, there were a certain number of people that just didn’t need an agent — because the buyers and sellers knew each other in some fashion. SW: Why did you want to develop this platform?

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Housing Wire

JANUARY 10, 2024

To generate real estate leads, SmartZip employs predictive analytics that sifts through consumer data from sources like credit card companies, market data from MLS and other demographic data. Real estate agents using SmartZip gain immediate access to its CRM populated with the data.

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Housing Wire

MARCH 15, 2024

You should be finding buyers before real estate agents anyway.” NEXA has always been focused on purchase loans , which means some of its LOs do significant business with buyers’ agents. Kortas believes that good buy-side agents will remain highly relevant and garner more business as competitors wash out.

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Housing Wire

JULY 19, 2023

A typical commission dispute arises when, after signing a listing agreement or buyer-broker agreement: A seller-client “cancels” a valid purchase contract. Similarly, commission disputes can arise when a buyer-client ultimately purchases a property shortly after the relationship with their real estate agent ends.

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Housing Wire

JUNE 21, 2021

You set your appointments the night before, and when you get there that morning, they might already be under contract.” Generally, they go under contract in a day or two.” Knoxville-based builders, however, seem optimistic, according to local real estate agents. It’s like a horse race.

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Housing Wire

APRIL 6, 2021

But not everybody has the ability to tap friends and family or investments when the appraisal and the final sale price don’t match – many deals have fallen apart as a result, loan originators and real estate agents said. It was definitely a rush job! He told me that they have to protect the lender’s interest.

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Housing Wire

JANUARY 12, 2024

Its CRM offers real-time client activity monitoring, advanced search filtering, immediate notifications, and social profile integration — all designed to enhance agent productivity. Its focus on automation, efficiency, and ROI tracking makes it a powerful tool for modern real estate agents.

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McKissock

FEBRUARY 16, 2022

Maybe you don’t want to work with a real estate agent to try and save some money, or you just think it won’t make much of a difference. If you’re trying to sell your home you really do need to consider all your options to make your sale a success and that includes using a real estate agent.

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Housing Wire

DECEMBER 13, 2022

Brokers and LOs need to make sure they have solid relationships – with both real estate agents and with lenders who have the technology to help their clients get to the closing table. HW: For those looking to grow and innovate in this season, where should they start and what are some actionable steps they should take?

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Housing Wire

JUNE 28, 2024

According to local real estate agents, the region’s housing market seems to have read the same memo, as June did not bring the same market boost as many have grown accustomed to. For many, summertime in northern New Hampshire is the perfect opportunity to get back to nature, relax lakeside and generally slow down a little.

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Housing Wire

OCTOBER 21, 2024

Prior to the implementation of the current CCP in May 2020, listing brokers had two business days from the signing of the listing contract to either enter the listing into the MLS as “active” or submit a listing exclusion form, which had to be authorized by the seller, to the MLS. Discrimination is not logical.

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Housing Wire

JUNE 7, 2024

Get expert advice, independent reviews and product recommendations from our editorial team of experienced real estate agents, brokers and coaches. To target different cities or neighborhoods in your MLS, you’ll want to add additional Zurple websites.

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Housing Wire

JANUARY 9, 2025

In this article, well cover the definition of a pocket listing, the pros and cons for both agents and sellers, and how to transact off-market legally and ethically. The likelihood of the listing agent selling a pocket listing to a direct buyer without their own agent increases greatly with pocket listings.

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McKissock

APRIL 20, 2021

Becoming a real estate agent requires a giant leap of faith and an investment of time and money. That’s why some agents may choose to test the waters with a part-time real estate position while hanging onto a steady income from another job. How much is a part-time real estate agent salary?

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Housing Wire

OCTOBER 3, 2023

This means the lazy real estate agents who provide very little value to their client can no longer just show up and know they will automatically get paid a percentage of the sales price just for writing a contract. Imagine that. The need to evidence value suddenly becomes the only pathway to earning a commission.

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McKissock

JANUARY 31, 2023

As part of our Question of the Month survey series, we asked members of our appraisal community, “What’s one thing you wish real estate agents knew about the appraisal process?” ” “The definition of market value.” Thank you to the large number of appraisers who shared their input!

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McKissock

SEPTEMBER 20, 2020

As a real estate agent, your income is determined by your ability to close the deal. To successfully master the art of real estate negotiations, you’ll want to find the most creative and powerful strategies available. The Negotiation Book: Your Definitive Guide to Successful Negotiating. By Michael Wheeler.

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Housing Wire

JULY 8, 2024

If you have any questions about the paperwork or need help during the contract to close period, please save my number and reach out. If no: It’s definitely not easy to do, and it looks like you have a great property! Copy to clipboard Real estate advice + top tech, lead gen & marketing tools — delivered to your inbox.

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Housing Wire

DECEMBER 7, 2023

Full practice exams, quizzes with over 400 exam prep questions, on-demand course review videos, e-textbook, online note taking feature, Terms & Definitions, makeup for missed classes All features of online class + textbook. You’re given 4 hours to complete this section What is the average salary for a Massachusetts real estate agent?

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Housing Wire

JUNE 7, 2024

If you can’t afford to hire a designer or marketing company, Coffee and Contracts is an excellent option. The best part is they’re all created by top-producing agents and designed to actually generate leads and build your brand. Remember, just like the best CRM, the best tracking tool is the one you will actually use.

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Raleigh Realty

FEBRUARY 19, 2022

and in order to answer that question, you need to understand how Real Estate Agents make money. If you could go back to your first year as a Real Estate Agent, what advice would you give yourself? When a consumer does a Google search like this they are looking to hire an agent.

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Appraisal Buzz

OCTOBER 11, 2024

Redfin agents report that some house hunters are waiting to buy in hopes that rates will fall further, while others are on the sidelines because they’re confused about the new NAR rules or are waiting to see how the presidential election shakes out. ppts Pending sales that fell out of contract, as % of overall pending sales 15.6%

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Appraisal Today

FEBRUARY 17, 2023

What Appraisers Wish Real Estate Agents Understood McKissock Survey Question: “What’s one thing you wish real estate agents knew about the appraisal process? I will always remember when, many years ago, a top local real estate agent asked me why I was driving around taking photos of homes.

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Appraisal Today

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

In my opinion, this definitely increases risk for consumers, GSEs, the economy and the real estate market. Many people confuse us with real estate agents. The average contract interest rate for 30-year fixed-rate mortgages with conforming loan balances ($766,550 or less) increased to 6.73

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McKissock

OCTOBER 3, 2021

As a wholesaler, you need to find a property for sale, acquire a contract from the seller, identify a buyer, and assign the contract to him or her. FREE Guide : Learn how to earn more with our free Real Estate Agent Income Guide. Another excellent way to start a real estate investing career is through fix-and-flip.

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McKissock

MARCH 10, 2021

For all clients, follow up with any call, email, or text as soon as possible—and definitely within 24 hours. Research the listings online, call the listing agent, visit the property first, and find out as much as you possibly can before you take a client to a showing. Failing to do your research. Refusing to negotiate at all.

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Lamacchia Realty

MAY 6, 2024

WHY YOU NEED A REAL ESTATE ATTORNEY WHEN BUYING A HOME When buying a home, you might wonder, “Do I need a real estate attorney, or is my real estate agent enough?” Before we dive into the details, let’s talk about what services a real estate attorney can provide.

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Lamacchia Realty

DECEMBER 18, 2023

AGENT VS. REALTOR: WHY THE DIFFERENCE MATTERS Often, we hear the terms “real estate agent” and “REALTOR ®” being used synonymously. What many consumers don’t realize is there are some key distinctions of a REALTOR® that will benefit them in their real estate endeavors.

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Birmingham Appraisal

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

Whether you’re a seasoned real estate agent or a curious homeowner, understanding the dangers of outlier sales can help ensure a more accurate and fair representation of property values. Inconsistent Results Outlier sales are, by definition, inconsistent with the majority of transactions in a market.

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Appraisal Today

SEPTEMBER 15, 2023

Appraisers are less likely this year to cite expanding regulations/interpretations of regulations, lender requirements, pressure from real estate agents/brokers, and liability concerns. To read more click here My comments: Definitely an appraisal challenge! == GSE FAQs: Appraiser Independence (AIR) (Aug. UPDATED No.

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McKissock

JULY 26, 2022

To ensure that this initial stage of the real estate transaction goes well, it’s important to submit the offer in a timely manner. While there may or may not be a definitive time limit in each state (such as 24 hours), it is in everyone’s best interest to submit the offer as soon as possible. Finally under contract.

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Portland Appraisal Blog

APRIL 14, 2019

You’re a real estate agent and after a lot of back-and-forth, give-and-take, offers and counteroffers, you’ve helped your client negotiate a sweet price for their home. There has been a meeting of the minds, the contract has been signed and everyone is anticipating a smooth closing. What just happened?

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Chicagoland Appraisal Blog

JULY 13, 2017

The title is definitely eye-catching especially to an appraiser in Chicago. Mr. Gregory and all real estate agents that have had similar experiences have a legitimate problem that they must deal with. We are required to analyze the contract and where do you think contract analysis begins?

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Appraisal Today

SEPTEMBER 22, 2023

They included appraisers, real estate agents, and someone with a week, a month, or online video training. They should definitely not be paid the same. Using MLS photos is a joke, as real estate agents don’t take photos of defects. What they were doing about inspectors had a wide range. percent from 7.27

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Appraisal Today

AUGUST 25, 2023

NOTE: Please scroll down to read the other topics in this long blog post on non lender appraisals, MLS hacked, appraisers and real estate agents, Humor, unusual homes, mortgage origination == Massive Missouri Lake Winnebago House for $12.6M Excerpts: The 16,814-square-foot home sits on a more-than-third-acre, lakeside lot.

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