Buying a home is one of the biggest financial decisions of your life. If you think you’re ready tobuy a housein 2025, finding a real estate agent with the right experience to guide you through the process will
Not all agents are created equal. The best ones combine technical expertise with a client-centered approach. Look for these qualities: Effective Communication Real estate transactions require quick decisions and constant updates. An agent should be easy to reach and willing to explain every step of ...
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Real estate is a different animal from other industries. Agents work on commission, not salary, so they only get paid when they sell a home. The most successful agents know the power of marketing and leverage it at every opportunity. Waiting for leads to magically appear doesn’t work, espe...
Real estate comps, short for comparables, are a way to gauge how much a property is worth by comparing it to other, similar properties. Real estate agents and home appraisers use comps, among other things, to determine home values. To find them, you need an understanding of the characte...
Most people are getting this wrong when it comes to using the Internet in their real estate business. This goes for investors AND real estate agents alike. The thing is… it’s not their fault. They don’t know any better. Let me use a story to illustrate this point… ...
Not every agent will be the right fit for you. Here's what you need to know about searching fortop real estate agents, interviewing potential candidates and understanding what services you can expect: Getting started. Talking to a lender. ...
Instagram can be a powerful way to increase your engagement numbers thanks to the highly visual nature of the platform and its user-friendliness. Home buyers, sellers, and other real estate agents can view the types of listings you represent, learn what areas you specialize in, and stay on ...
‘Fake Agents’ copy legitimate rental listings and advertise these at a much cheaper price. Unfortunately, many people fall for these fake listings and wire money to the owners of these fake listings. When searching for a rental, do your research and make sure you are working with a reputabl...
Are real estate agent commission fees negotiable? You cannegotiate commissions, but keep in mind that agents often invest their own capital into marketing a property, so a lower commission could mean less advertising for your house. That being said, it doesn’t hurt to ask for a lower commiss...