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30 must-have real estate text message scripts to convert leads and close deals

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In this article, we’ve gathered 30 real estate text message scripts designed to help you connect with leads, nurture relationships, and get more deals to the closing table this coming year. Use my well-worn, proven scripts below to build connection and close more deals. Let’s chat about how I can help you take advantage of this market!

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From consultation to closing: The definitive homebuying checklist

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Ill share everything you need to keep the homebuying process running smoothly from your first meeting to closing and beyond. Secure a mortgage pre-approval As a rule of thumb, its best to have your clients obtain a mortgage pre-approval prior to setting up any searches and conducting property tours.

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Rocket Companies announces deal to acquire Redfin for $1.75 billion

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The deal, which has been approved by the boards of directors of both Rocket Companies and Redfin, is expected to close in the second or third quarter of 2025. Today, Rocket Companies announced it has entered into an agreement to purchase digital real estate brokerage Redfin in an all-stock transaction valued at $1.75 billion in equity.

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Homestreet enters agreement to merge with Mechanics Bank

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Under the terms of the merger which was unanimously approved by the boards of directors of both companies HomeStreet Bank will be merged with and into Mechanics Bank. The merger, which is expected to close in third-quarter 2025, creates a combined company with 168 branches and $23 billion in assets.

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5 tips for buying a home in a seller’s housing market

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There’s no doubt we’re in a seller’s housing market. With inventory at record lows, demand surging and prices on the rise, buying — even just finding — a home in today’s market is quite the challenge. Are you hoping to buy a home in 2021’s hot housing market ? A homebuyer’s guide to a competitive housing market.

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How Andrew Marquis plans to close more loans in a low-inventory market  

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It’s also what keeps Andrew Marquis, regional vice president at CrossCountry Mortgage and Scotsman Guide ’s seventh top LO, up at night, especially as he sees more buyers entering the market. How has business been in the Boston market? Andrew Marquis : Markets are very different from city to city and state to state.

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Are you prepared to respond as borrower demand shifts?

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Fluctuating interest rates and a fast-changing market Last month, we saw the Federal Reserve deliver their long-awaited decision to lower interest rates with a 50 basis points cut, and 30-year mortgage rates reached as low as 6.08% according to ICE’s 30-year fixed conforming rate index.