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Help Clients Avoid Moving Scams

Blog Contributor Buyers, consumers, Sellers, Working with Clients 5 Comments

By Anita Clark Moving scams are real and if you or your clients have ever been victimized, you know how difficult the frustration and struggle is to get your property. While real estate agents are typically not involved in the moving aspect of home relocation, they can provide advice or even provide a list of potential sources to make the …

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Partner With a Mortgage Broker for a Competitive Edge in 2024

Blog Contributor Mortgage Financing 2 Comments

By: MortgageMatchup.com The real estate market is in a steady upswing with the likelihood of mortgage rates falling and inventory rising later in the year and into 2025. Now is the time to set yourself up for a successful year. Be Prepared for a Shift in the Market By anticipating increased demand in the housing market, you can better prepare …

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Real Life First Time Home Buyers vs Reality TV First Time Home Buyers

Duriel Taylor Working with Clients 5 Comments

By: Duriel Taylor First time home buyers are individuals who have either never purchased real estate before or individuals who have not owned real estate in the last three years. These buyers often have questions about every step of the process and rely on real estate professionals to help them sort through all that comes with buying a home. The …

How to Overcome the ‘Too Young’ Objection in Real Estate

Alex Craig Sales & Marketing, Sellers, Working with Clients 5 Comments

By: Alex Craig Being young in real estate can sometimes be a barrier or hurdle to getting clients—but it doesn’t have to be. You can overcome feeling “too young” or clients choosing another agent simply because they believe you’re “too young” to help them buy or sell a home. I was 25 when I got started in real estate. I …

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Homecoming: A Journey Through Multigenerational Living

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By: Kayla Johnson Imagine walking into a home where the walls echo with laughter from generations past, where every corner tells a story of determination, love and belonging. Multigenerational housing among people of color is a vibrant tapestry woven with cultural traditions, economic realities and social bonds. In communities across the globe, multigenerational living isn’t just a choice; it’s a …

Mindset Reset: Taking Care of Yourself as an Entrepreneur

Khalid N. Bryan Work/Life Balance 1 Comment

By: Khalid Bryan As a real estate professional, you are an entrepreneur. Being a business owner is not easy on the mind. The traditional job isn’t either, but there are unique challenges that entrepreneurs face—lack of a steady paycheck, being the marketer, the accountant and the manager—that don’t exist in the traditional workforce. There are also unique challenges faced in …

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How to Network Better So Your Business Can Thrive

Esther Victoria Toribio Networking 5 Comments

By: Esther Victoria Toribio What thought(s) come to mind when the word “networking” appears? To me, the word networking is often paired with alcoholic beverages, light appetizers and in turn results in a social event between many individuals, most of whom already know each other. These types of events make it difficult for a new person to make any headway …

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Homeownership is Up Among Single Women. Could Targeted Financial Literacy be Why?

Lee Davenport, Ph.D Fair Housing, Working with Clients 1 Comment

By: Lee Davenport, Ph.D Recent data from well-known online mortgage marketplace has some wondering: Why might single women be buying more homes than single men? Well, to better answer that question, it is important to examine a little history to figure out how we got here. As Women’s History Month quickly approaches, this is as good a time as ever …

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Moving Tips to Help Your Clients Selling Large Properties

Alex Capozzolo Sellers, Working with Clients 4 Comments

By: Alex Capozzolo People decide to move for all sorts of reasons. They might be ready to move into their dream neighborhood or are looking for something a little closer to work to curb their commute. For some who are in a different phase in life, downsizing might be the reason. Moving is anxiety-inducing enough as it is, but selling …

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Guiding Home Journeys with Heart: Leading with Empathy in Real Estate

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By: Kayla Johnson Welcome to the world where bricks and dreams collide: the dynamic realm of real estate. In this bustling industry, leading with empathy is not just a “nice to have.” Tt’s the cornerstone for forging robust connections, understanding client needs and fostering a positive and supportive atmosphere. The reality is that we as real estate professionals are guiding …