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

Housing Wire

That can include being a housing market expert and advising clients on the best times to list or buy a home; having referrals handy for inspections, repairs, staging and photography; understanding the mortgage origination process; and more. This can create conflicts of interest, and real estate agents generally shy away from this.

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

Housing Wire

Here are my top do’s and don’ts for finding listing referrals through your sphere: Do: Educate your sphere about how to refer business to you. Could you help me by simply keeping your ears open and letting me know if anyone mentions moving? All you need to do is teach them how to help you and keep in touch.

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How to work more effectively with vendors and affiliates

Housing Wire

The owner of the company said to me, “Well, you know, Debbie, when it comes time to do the termite inspection, you get in the way. I do the inspection. I will arrange the inspection. I’ll go do the inspection. I’ll go do the inspection. You call the client, then you call me to arrange it.

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12 proven real estate scripts that boost confidence & earn more business

Housing Wire

Knowing what you’ll say in advance on a call, at an open house, or just chatting with your sphere makes you more confident — and confidence is the key that opens the door to opportunity in real estate. wait for the ok to continue} Finding the house isn’t the hard part. There are three key objectives in this script.

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9 Things to Know Before Selling a Home For Sale by Owner

Raleigh Realty

You manage the marketing, showings, open houses, and all other aspects of the sale To those who have bought and sold several houses in the past or have a real estate background, this may be another enticing aspect of going for sale by owner route. This may be a themed open house that involves food, entertainment, etc.

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For Sale By Owner (FSBO): A Comprehensive Guide for 2023

Listing Spark

For Sale By Owner refers to the process of selling a home without the involvement of a real estate agent or broker. Showings and Open Houses: Schedule viewings, be flexible with appointment times, and consider hosting open houses. What is For Sale By Owner?

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Real estate changes

San Jose Real Estate

Today, practically any language referring to compensation, whether or not the seller is willing to cover that cost, cannot be published on the MLS at all. Open house visitors will be asked to sign “non agency” forms. Further, now they are told that they need to sign in at open houses if they go without their agent.