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The 5 Emotional Rules Of Selling Inherited Homes

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By: Alex Craig In my last article, I discussed many tactical elements of selling an inherited home. However, the emotional side of working in the probate niche market was intentionally left out, because it deserves a full piece. The transaction’s emotional side is often one of the most nuanced to navigate. If you plan to sell inherited homes or make …

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Help Urban Area Sellers Boost Curb Appeal

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By: Alex Capozzolo

Urban life typically means living in a condominium, townhome or apartment building. However, that doesn’t mean savvy homeowners can’t take proactive steps to enhance curb appeal. If you’re client is gearing up to sell their place in the city, there are several things you can recommend to them to improve urban curb appeal and make their home …

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The Nuances of Listing an Inherited Property

Alex Craig Selling 101, Working with Clients 1 Comment

By Alex Craig Certain property types—like inherited property—require more specialized knowledge. It’s essential to understand some of the nuances that comes with selling an inherited property in order to serve the client and the transaction well. Though there are many layers, some high-level knowledge is helpful. Perhaps this is your first time listing an inherited property, or you’re looking to …

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How Cryptocurrency is Changing Real Estate

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By: Alex Capozzolo If there’s anything that most real estate industry members can agree on, it’s that the industry doesn’t like change—especially when it comes to technology. How long did it take us to adapt to e-signing? Fortunately and unfortunately, technology will continue to disrupt our industry. That’s where cryptocurrency and blockchain come in. Despite recent volatility in the metaverse …

Help Sellers Prep for a Winter Sale

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By Barbara Ballinger

Winter is fast approaching, and the last thing a seller needs is a costly repair brought on by freezing temps or easily-fixed home maintenance issues. As the market shifts, homes in many places are staying on the market longer, so make sure your sellers are prepped for the long haul when it comes to a winter sale.

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So You Didn’t Get the Listing. Why Not?

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By: Tim and Julie Harris

Fact: Of all activities in real estate, listings require the highest level of skill. Working with buyers is physical labor; working with listings is mental labor.

Myth: In terms of listing appointments versus listings taken it’s okay to expect to list 50% of what comes your way.

Fact: That’s NOT ok. You wouldn’t accept a …

Strategies for Selling a Home Owned By Someone With a Hoarding Disorder

Alex Capozzolo Selling 101 10 Comments

By: Alex Capozzolo Tackling a situation where a home is overly cluttered can be overwhelming, no matter how big or small the job is. Selling a home owned by someone with a potential hoarding disorder is another story. Rest assured, I understand the struggle.  It’s also important to remember that hoarding is a disorder and is incredibly difficult for the …