According to a 2018 survey by the National Association of Realtors, 26% of agents are part of a real estate team. Real estate teams allow multiple professionals – both licensed brokers and unlicensed assistants – to join together and close more deals. Creating a real estate team has pros and cons, but many team leaders […]
Buying a House Sight Unseen: Tips Based on Real-Life Experience
In an ultra-competitive market, buying a house sight unseen has become more common than ever. The pandemic caused a “great exodus,” with more people moving away from cities and into suburban homes to accommodate remote work and at-home schooling. In addition, mortgage interest rates are incredibly low, making homeownership within reach for many Americans. While […]
Realtor Commission: Answering Your Questions About Real Estate Agent Fees
When preparing to sell your home, choosing a real estate agent can be one of the most important decisions in the process. However, some sellers are shocked when they learn the cost. What’s included in Realtor commissions? Can a seller negotiate these fees with their agent? And what do you get for that cost, anyway? […]
Low Real Estate Inventory Across the U.S.
A year into the COVID-19 pandemic, the residential real estate market is booming. It’s a big change from Spring 2020 when uncertainty and fear of a then-unknown virus brought the housing market to a near-standstill. Since rebounding in Summer 2020, the market exploded, and now we are facing a new problem: low real estate inventory […]
6 Financial Tips for Real Estate Agents
This has been an unprecedented year. With more than 10% of Americans facing unemployment and an economy on edge, many professionals are worried about the future. For real estate professionals, the uncertainty is palpable. Even as home sales continue to surge, other economic challenges in our families, our investments, and our communities impact our lives. […]
Prevent Coronavirus: How Realtors and Clients Can Protect Against COVID-19
Much of the country is at a standstill due to COVID-19 (otherwise known as the Coronavirus), but real estate isn’t stopping. With interest rates lower than we have seen them in years, home sales continue to close, even as fear of the virus mounts. How can Realtors and their clients prevent Coronavirus during real estate […]