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Why real estate professionals must return to old-school thinking in 2025

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For example, changing agent commission guidelines and emerging lead contact regulations are keeping professionals up at night. Together, these obstacles are forcing agents and brokerages to hit the sidelines and plan against seemingly insurmountable odds like facing Brady and the Patriots in the Superbowl. What does this look like?

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Selling your home? Make sure you’re aware of hidden costs

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While a real estate agent’s commission is one of the most expensive costs, it definitely isn’t the only one. From staging fees, home improvements, repairs and seller concessions, there are several hidden costs involved in the selling process. Staging Costs. Home improvements and renovations are also important to buyers.

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Real estate appraisals: What agents should know

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The client can find their own appraiser, or real estate agents can recommend appraisers they have worked with before. Inspecting the interior of the home is a priority in an accurate appraisal, as doing so verifies any renovations completed within the home.

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The ultimate listing appointment checklist for agents (+ tips & scripts)

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Successful listing agents know that the key to securing a listing is preparation. Proactive agents do the work ahead of time and know what to expect going into every listing appointment. Are there any improvements or renovations you’ve done to the home?” When you buy through our links, we may earn a commission. Several pens.

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30 real estate social media post ideas (+ popular agents to follow)

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And with millennials emerging as the largest generation of homebuyers in today’s market, comprising 28% of all homebuyers, real estate agents need to master social media or they might miss out. Sixty percent of agents surveyed believe that social media provides higher quality leads than the MLS.

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Selling your home? Here’s how to do it fast!

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Four renovations to consider before selling your house. Staging your home — or making it look as appealing and move-in ready as possible — can make a huge impact on its marketability. Over 40% of buyer’s agents say staging increases a home’s offer price by anywhere from 1 to 20%. More for Real Estate Enthusiasts.

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Compass’s title firm runs into trouble in Washington

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The Insurance Commissioner for the state of Washington apparently concluded that Modus offered real estate agents and their clients a “thing of value,” such as free home warranties, other closing-related services, in exchange for switching their escrow and title services to Modus.

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