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By: Amy McCann Over the last few years many of us have worked in a unique market. If you got your license after 2020, you most likely learned real estate in a world of over list price offers, waived inspections and appraisal gaps. As the ground shifts in 2024 we are slowly starting to see increased inventory, in some areas …
By: Wendy Rose Gould It’s no secret that housing costs have become increasingly expensive over the past few years, and there’s no sign of a drastic market change anytime soon. Hopeful first-time buyers are arguably experiencing the crunch more than anyone else, with many feeling like their long-held dream of purchasing real estate is simply out of reach. What clients …
By: Alex Capazollo If a shift hasn’t happened in your market yet, there’s still a chance it is happening in someone else’s. The band-aid of low interest rates is currently being yanked off, causing a significant increase in monthly payments for potential buyers. People are in fear of a potential recession. Real estate values are beginning to plateau and even …
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 …
By: Jennifer Weinberg Your new listing is all set to go to market: the professional photography looks good, you have stellar pre-marketing and you called your sphere about this great home for sale. You enthusiastically hit the button, and everything goes live. The days tick by, and… crickets. Now the property has been on the market for several weeks without …
By: Jennifer Weinberg Picture this: you’ve secured a listing appointment with a prospective client. You come prepared with comparable sales, a listing strategy and a charming demeanor. You have a professional and friendly meeting, walk out the door and are feeling great. You follow up with a thank you note. The next day your phone rings – it’s the seller! …
By: Alex Capozzolo Life happens, and within a matter of minutes, everything can change. As much as we’d like to be able to control all of the things life will bring, the reality is that deviation is inevitable, and oftentimes, moving is a circumstance that might not have been in the plan. People sell their homes and move for countless …
By: Monika Bhondy The most important rule when it comes to furnishing a home is that there is a distinct difference between decorating a house to live in versus staging a home to sell. Sounds much the same, but one key factor makes these two décor styles very different: personal preferences work well for owners but not necessarily for potential …
By: Alex Craig Editor’s Note: This piece is a part of a larger series on selling inherited properties. Make sure to check out all the articles in the series: The Nuances of Listing an Inherited Property The 5 Emotional Rules of Selling Inherited Homes What it Takes to Make It in the Inherited Property Niche In my last article, I …
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 …
