Decide to buy

Coming up with a perfect mental picture is easy. Understand that every desired feature—from more space to a well-kept lawn to certain neighborhood amenities—will have an impact on a home’s price. For instance, if you’re looking for a place with a large yard on a cul-de-sac where your kids can ride their bikes, it’s probably… Continue reading Decide to buy

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Property makeover

Planning to sell your home but unable to decide on renovations? Or, perhaps you want to renovate but have no idea where to start? Look no further; this guide will help give you the clarity you need. Renovations are a big dilemma for most home sellers. Get it right, and you’ll position your home for top dollar.… Continue reading Property makeover

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Top real estate investor markets for 2022

The sky-high real estate prices and fierce competition that we observed in 2021 are finally cooling off. But there’s a catch –not all markets are following the same trend. Due to the pandemic, people are moving away from popular housing markets towards secondary or tertiary housing markets. The virus has brought about widespread remote work… Continue reading Top real estate investor markets for 2022

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How to use video in your real estate business

Video can be an important tool in generating business for real estate agents. Learn how to incorporate it into your marketing strategy.

Buyers

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Best neighborhoods to buy in Houston in 2022

With the advent of the pandemic and widespread remote work opportunities, many people rethought their day-to-day life—including the place they called home. Regardless of how you personally handled this upheaval to your routine, the U.S. real estate market is still feeling it. In popular metro areas like Houston, it is most definitely sizzling. Home inventory… Continue reading Best neighborhoods to buy in Houston in 2022

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Real estate negotiation tips when purchasing or selling a home

Check out these negotiation tips that can save you a huge headache – whether you’re a buyer or a seller.

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Five questions you must ask before buying a house

When you’re buying your next house, know this: more information is better. Don’t be afraid to ask lots of questions—and consider starting with these five.

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Is it a good time to buy a house?

How do you know if now is the right time to buy a house? Loida Velasquez offers a step-by-step guide on how to decide if now is the right time.

Sellers

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What’s the difference between a listing agent and a buyer’s agent?

Understanding these differences will help you call the right agent when it comes time to sell. And by familiarizing yourself with these terms, you’ll feel more confident throughout the process.

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Sellers beware: Don’t make these 3 mistakes when hiring a listing agent

Steer clear of these common-but-critical mistakes when selecting your next realtor and you’ll be ahead of the game.

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Making these mistakes may delay your home’s sale

Like everything in Goldilocks and the Three Little Bears, the price of your home must be “just right.” It must reflect the current state of the local real estate market as well as enable you to ask the maximum amount that the market will bear.

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Do’s and don’t’s when picking a listing agent

By following these do’s and don’t’s, you can make the entire agent- recruiting process more fun and fulfilling.

Investors

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3 property investments to build wealth

Investing in real estate is like learning a new language. It’s both exciting and intimidating. You’re constantly discovering the vocabulary, risks, challenges and rewards. If you have what it takes, though, you’re in for some compelling benefits—including tax benefits, passive income, and asset diversification, to name a few. Here are three popular property investment options.… Continue reading 3 property investments to build wealth

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Ready to flip? Here are America’s best and worst cities for DIYers

Find out the top-rated cities for making a house-flipping investment.

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What do people look for in a home?

As a real estate investor, you want to work with more facts and data to determine what exact features homebuyers are seeking. Homebuyers are getting more specific about what they want and the unique features that they look for in a property. Let’s check out some of the key factors that make a home stand… Continue reading What do people look for in a home?

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Selecting an investor-friendly realtor

Want greater financial security? Who doesn’t. (OK, we can think of a few billionaires who might not care…) But if you’re like most of us, making smart investments to improve your quality of life and that of your family is a priority. Investing in properties can help you do just that. But you knew that… Continue reading Selecting an investor-friendly realtor

Agents

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Times – and homes – are changing: Emerging Trends in Real Estate®: US and Canada

The Emerging Trends in Real Estate® 2021 is widely circulated and highly respected for its detailed, data-driven predictions. In 2021, however, they had their work cut out for them. After an unprecedented 2020, how can anyone begin to predict what real estate will look like as the world recovers?

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How to get better in sales and converting prospects

Tune in for two things that realtors need to be doing in order to become better real estate agents.

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How to choose a real estate brokerage

A common question from newly licensed real estate agents is, “How do I pick a brokerage firm?” With so many options available, these tips will help you know exactly what to look for in your future brokerage firm.

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How to get listings during the holidays

The holiday season, or 4th quarter, is no time to slack for real estate agents. Learn more about why this quarter is so important and how you can get listings for the holidays.

Featured Articles

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What’s the difference between a listing agent and a buyer’s agent?

Understanding these differences will help you call the right agent when it comes time to sell. And by familiarizing yourself with these terms, you’ll feel more confident throughout the process.

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Sellers beware: Don’t make these 3 mistakes when hiring a listing agent

Steer clear of these common-but-critical mistakes when selecting your next realtor and you’ll be ahead of the game.

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Cost of bathroom remodeling

If you’re the type of person that shocks easily from high prices, don’t worry, bathroom remodeling can scare you or surprise you with the not that high price tag with the right planning. You can reduce bathroom remodel costs by going step by step.

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Things to consider when hiring a home remodeling contractor

It is essential to have the right team of professionals for a home remodeling project. These tips will help you hire the remodeler accomplished to deliver the desired results.