November, 2018

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Remember liar loans of a decade ago? Those same people want to do away with appraisers.

Miller Samuel INC

My friend and appraisal colleague Ryan Lundquist and I authored a petition on change.org to point out the growing wreckless behavior that is enveloping the mortgage process. There’s a proposal from the FDIC, Federal Reserve, and Treasury Department not to require appraisals for some mortgages under $400,000. As we say in the petition , this change can impact several groups in particular: consumers, the taxpayers, the housing market and appraisers.

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7 Thank-You Notes You Should Be Sending Your Real Estate Leads [Free Templates]

Boom Town

Sending a thank-you note is a small gesture that makes a big impact. So much so that 22% of employers are less likely to hire someone if they don’t send a thank-you note after an interview. That’s pretty compelling! So how can you use this trick to generate more business in real estate? Here are 7 opportunities for sending a thank-you note that could lead to landing a new client. 1.

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5 Home Improvements That Will Boost Your Property Value

Windemere Selling

A home is the largest investment most people will make in their lifetime, so when it comes time to sell, homeowners often wonder what they can do to get the most return on their investment. Many have the misconception that remodeling is the way to go, but that isn’t always the case. Rather than going all-in on upgrading your home, you should know which home improvements are worth it , and which ones aren’t.

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Facebook Business Page Strategy: SEO 101

Inside Real Estate

Facebook has come a long way from its early days of college coders dreaming in a dorm room. Today, over […]. The post Facebook Business Page Strategy: SEO 101 appeared first on Inside Real Estate | Lead Generation + Websites + CRM + Reporting + Powerful Performance.

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Avoiding Lease Accounting Pitfalls in 2025: Lessons Learned from Spreadsheet Errors

Speaker: Abdi Ali, Sr. Lease Accounting Consultant

Join this insightful webinar with industry expert Abdi Ali, who will discuss the challenges that can arise from managing lease accounting with spreadsheets! He will share real-world examples of errors, compliance issues, and risks that may be present within your spreadsheets. Learn how these tools, while useful, can sometimes lead to inefficiencies that affect your time, resources, and peace of mind.

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The 10 Best Days to Buy a Home

Patch of Land

We have all heard the saying that smart real estate purchases are based on location, location, location. But that suggests you focus only on where to buy a home. What about when? Data indicates that there are definitely months of the year—and even specific days—when you are statistically more likely to acquire a property at a discounted price. On some days, in fact, that price can be many thousands of dollars below a property’s estimated market value.

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7 Ways to Invest in Real Estate That Don’t Involve Buying Property

Real Estate Finance HQ

If you’ve ever thought about investing in real estate, you’ve probably heard about some of the hassles that come along with it. With the value of real estate going up in most cases, it is one of the most lucrative investments you can make. Despite there being no guarantee that property values will appreciate, it can pay off big when you’re in for the long haul.

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BoomTown Powers 40% of REAL Trends Top Producers, Continues to Drive Momentum

Boom Town

BoomTown’s platform helps fuel the growth of nearly 100 of the teams on the latest REAL Trends top 250 list, and the company continues to drive customer success with continued innovation. CHARLESTON, S.C., October 11, 2018 — BoomTown, the leading sales and marketing platform for real estate professionals, announced that the company is partnered with nearly 40% of REAL Trends Top 250 Producers and 30% of teams ranked on the REAL Trends Top 500 list, helping to fuel their success with

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Prominent Alaska Real Estate Brokerage, Jack White Real Estate, Now Running on kvCORE Platform to Power Their Tech

Inside Real Estate

DRAPER, UTAH (PRWEB) NOVEMBER 29, 2018 Alaska firm Jack White Real Estate, currently ranked #116 on the Real Trends largest privately owned […]. The post Prominent Alaska Real Estate Brokerage, Jack White Real Estate, Now Running on kvCORE Platform to Power Their Tech appeared first on Inside Real Estate | Lead Generation + Websites + CRM + Reporting + Powerful Performance.

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Do Online Real Estate Leads Really Suck? Here’s the Bottom Line.

Boom Town

Online leads are what you might call the “black sheep” when it comes to real estate lead generation. Some agents write them off as “trash” and don’t even bother investing a dime. Some swear that it’s a worthy investment that can generate 10-40+% of their business. So what’s the bottom line? Consider the ROI.

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5 Ways to Handle Phone Anxiety in Real Estate

Boom Town

We know where the anxiety comes from in cold calling: fear of rejection and lack of preparation to handle a situation “live.” Also, for those introverts in real estate , this part of the job can be particularly taxing. So how can you help yourself overcome these jitters and grab that phone with enthusiasm? Here are 5 ways to get you started. 1. Get Out of Your Own Head.

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Driving Profit: 4 Pillars for Growing Your Real Estate Brokerage

In the rapidly changing real estate landscape, achieving profitability requires a strategic approach beyond traditional methods. Our guide, "The 4 Pillars to Brokerage Profitability," outlines four essential pillars for scaling your real estate business: a seamless lead-to-close technology ecosystem, tailored integrated solutions for teams and agents, value-added success services and community support, and consumer-centric operations throughout the full homeownership lifecycle.

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5 Tech Tools for House Flippers and Other Real Estate Investors

Patch of Land

Whether you’re a seasoned house flipper or just planning to take your first entrepreneurial step as a real estate investor, you should always be on the lookout for new tools, processes, and best practices that can help you improve your business. For this post, we offer five great technology tools to help real estate investors of all types, particularly house flippers. 1.

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An Industry Update from Patch of Land

Patch of Land

You may have heard the news that crowdfunding platform, RealtyShares, is no longer offering new investments on their platform, and we believe this means they will soon be closing their doors. There has been tremendous attention and excitement in the real estate crowdfunding space over the past five years, with Patch of Land and RealtyShares among the earliest players.

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Train Your Team Like a Pro with Reed Moore

Boom Town

The post Train Your Team Like a Pro with Reed Moore appeared first on BoomTown!

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Objection Handling [Scripts]

Boom Town

The post Objection Handling [Scripts] appeared first on BoomTown!

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Tech-Forward Strategies for Scaling Agent Efficiency & Accelerating Growth

As the real estate market evolves, technology has become essential for success. According to NAR, only 26% of agents feel their brokerage provides the necessary tech tools and, as a result, agents seek teams and brokerages who prioritize technology investments! Whether you manage an established team or are forming a new one, this guide outlines key considerations and necessary applications to thrive.