A Look Back...and a Look Forward Last year was a tale of two halves for the housing market. From January through June, we saw continued, dramatic price appreciation. This was fueled by Millennials entering the market, a decade of underbuilding, non-existent inventory,...
It's Time for a CRM CleanupCustomer relations management (CRM) systems are essential for effective marketing campaigns, data management and much more. That's why one of the first things you should do this year is to organize your CRM data.This will lead to better...
New FHA Loan Limits for 2023New loan limits have been announced for FHA loan programs. They will go into effect on January 1, 2023.Basic FHA mortgage limits for single-family homes: $472,030.This represents a $51,350 increase from the current $420,680 limit for...
Consumer Demand for Green Homes is RisingGiven that approximately 25% of the country's energy is used by residential homes, it's no surprise that sustainability is playing a growing role in consumers' home buying decisions.In real estate, sustainable features such as...
Win New Clients Quickly Through TextingMany successful real estate agents use texting to ensure their daily operations run smoothly. It's also a great way to reach new clients and maintain relationships with current buyers and sellers.There are two types of texting —...
Is Solar Power a Smart Choice for Homeowners?More green-thinking homeowners are turning to solar power as seasonal cold and hot temperature swings become more severe. To assist your clients with making the best choices, here are several considerations to discuss...
Suburban Square Footage Values Take OffThe pandemic drove people from Covid hotspot cities to the suburbs, as many sought a less crowded, socially distant environment and chose to continue working remotely.That's why recent data found that urban square footage grew...
Why The Market's Cooling, Not CrashingHome prices are falling from all-time highs while rising interest rates are making it difficult for some buyers to purchase. This is causing some newcomers to the real estate industry to panic...but there's no reason for this.Here...
How Appraisal Bias Can Impact Home ValuesAppraisal bias occurs when a property appraisal contains data that unfairly discriminates against a homeowner, either consciously or unconsciously.A recent study found that homes in minority neighborhoods are more likely to be...
Teach the Long-Term Benefits to Help You Sell TodayWhile short-term forecasts of leveling home prices and increasing mortgage rates may scare off many, especially first-time buyers, help your customer see the big picture.Homeownership is a long-term investment that...
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