May, 2020

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19 Essential Tips for Making the Most of Your Closet Space

Imagine Your House

We all have the struggle of having way too much stuff and not enough space to store it all. If this describes you, read here to get 19 essential tips that’ll help you maximize closet space and declutter your home. Let’s be honest: coastal living in general aren’t known for its spacious storage. We know luxury living, but that doesn’t always come with massive closets.

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Cook Up An Outdoor Kitchen That’ll Make You Want To Cook Out Even More

Lighter Side of Real Estate

There’s just something special about dining al fresco. When you eat outside, food just tastes better somehow! Whether you’re at a nice restaurant or hosting a cookout, the atmosphere of fresh air and sunshine (or even better – stars at night!) adds a fun element to just about any meal. Grilling is great, but you can’t eat hot dogs and hamburgers all the time, though.

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5 Tips to Show Units & Fill Vacancies While Social Distancing

App Folio

COVID-19 has rapidly sped up the property management industry’s shift towards digital technology. With social distancing and stay-at-home orders, the industry has reached a tipping point, in which technology is now a requirement to carry out leasing processes safely and effectively. . According to a recent industry-wide survey, property management companies reported leasing as one of the most challenging workflows to complete remotely.

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What to Look for in a Strong Cash Buyer

CT Homes

A seller’s goal should be to find the highest offer with the strongest probability of closing. While a near asking price offer may look great after initial review, it may be full of unnecessary contingencies and red flags that may put you in a bad position as the seller. What if you knew what to look for at the beginning of your home-selling journey?

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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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Inside Real Estate launches CORE Video, giving kvCORE users powerful new video messaging tools powered by BombBomb

Inside Real Estate

DRAPER, UTAH (PRWEB) MAY 28, 2020 Inside Real Estate, a trusted technology partner to over 200,000 top agents, teams […]. The post Inside Real Estate launches CORE Video, giving kvCORE users powerful new video messaging tools powered by BombBomb appeared first on Inside Real Estate | Lead Generation + Websites + CRM + Reporting + Powerful Performance.

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Lead Follow-Up: The Most Important Task that Isn’t Happening

Boom Town

There’s a process in real estate where most agents are consistently falling short. Lead follow-up. 90% of real estate agents will give up on a lead after the first four touches, despite the fact that 70% of the time that lead will go on to buy a home within the year, just with a different agent. 80% of prospects are deemed ‘bad leads’ by sales teams, and yet still go on to purchase within 24 months.

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John Lennon and Yoko Ono’s Home Listed for $47.5M

Dwell Real Estate

Reprinted from American Luxury Magazine The onetime Florida waterfront retreat of John Lennon and Yoko Ono surfaced on the open market this month with an asking price of $47.5 million, reports The Wall Street Journal. The estate—which occupies ~1.5 acres of prime Palm Beach land—is anchored by a 10,559 square foot main house designed by high-society architect Addison Mizner.

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Should I Use WordPress For Real Estate Websites? 100 Reasons Why

Jason Fox

Should I Use WordPress For Real Estate Websites? 100 Reasons Why. "WordPress is not only the most popular CMS, it is also the fastest-growing system: Every 74 seconds a site within the top 10 million starts using WordPress. Compare this with Shopify, the second-fastest growing CMS, which is gaining a new site every 22 minutes." (MarketingLand) Many real estate agents that I speak to.

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Navigating Rental Ownership during the Pandemic

CT Homes

Rental property ownership is filled with ups and downs. If you currently own residential real estate you may be faced with the most difficult period of your ownership. In addition to trying to navigate your personal financial situation, you have to worry about rent coming in from your tenants. The protection of your lease may not do you much good in dealing with the short term loss of revenue.

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Inside Real Estate wins G2’s Best Software Companies 2020 Award

Inside Real Estate

DRAPER, UTAH (PRWEB) MAY 04, 2020 Inside Real Estate, one of the fastest growing independently-owned real estate software companies and […]. The post Inside Real Estate wins G2’s Best Software Companies 2020 Award appeared first on Inside Real Estate | Lead Generation + Websites + CRM + Reporting + Powerful Performance.

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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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The Formula for Turning Online Real Estate Leads into Closings

Boom Town

It’s no secret, online leads can be tricky. They take longer to convert and require more hands-on nurturing than other lead sources. This is simply because the average online home shopper is at least 6-12 months out from being ready to purchase. But imagine if you had the right process in place to strategically engage, qualify, nurture, and convert those leads.

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Portraits of What Moves Her

Coldwell Banker

Last year, Coldwell Banker® created What Moves Her? for women in the real estate industry to help develop their leadership abilities and fully realize their professional development goals. What Moves Her now offers a virtual series through the end of the year that will feature conversations between real estate leaders and topic experts. The virtual […].

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"I Want to Work with the Listing Agent" - Types of Relationships in Florida

Dwell Real Estate

It seems like we are hearing this more and more from home buyers that contact us about a property for sale. Perhaps they are getting this from real estate TV shows like Million Dollar Listing. Most home buyers are not familiar with the intricacies of agency representation, nor do they know the difference between a buyer’s agent and seller’s agent. They typically just view the person they contact about a property or the one they meet at an open house as an “agent.

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Successfully Negotiating Your Home Inspection Response

Mandrona Group

About The Home Inspection Response Whether you’re a home buyer or home seller, the process of scheduling, conducting and. Read More.

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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.

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How is Inherited Property Transferred to Beneficiaries?

CT Homes

As we have seen over the last few months life can change on a dime. One day we are thinking about March Madness and the next planning when we can leave our homes. If you have inherited a property over this time or making preparations, you may be dealing with an extra layer of stress you do not want or need in your life. Knowing the most common, reliable, and powerful ways to transfer or receive a piece of inherited property is hugely important when it comes to expediting the process when the tim

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ABC World News Report 5-2-20 'Urban to Suburban'

Miller Samuel INC

If you can indulge me, I was included in the ABC World News Tonight broadcast on Saturday night to talk about the potential urban to suburban housing shift , particularly in NYC. It was cool to be interviewed by Deirdre Bolton for her first World News Tonight segment since just joining ABC via Fox Business and previously from Bloomberg where I had spoken with her before.

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Simple Ways to Provide a VIP Client Experience (Even Virtually)

Boom Town

When competition is stiff, and technology is automating services left and right – what makes you stand apart from the rest? Providing a VIP, white-glove client experience that will leave a lasting impression. It is important to never forget that you are in the service industry! The experience your clients have will make or break your sphere of influence, and amazing experiences can build the foundation for a lasting, thriving business. “Always deliver more than expected.” ̵

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Transform Your Home For Stay-At-Home

Coldwell Banker

Tips to Create a Functional Space for Your Stay-At-Home Needs. The post Transform Your Home For Stay-At-Home appeared first on Coldwell Banker Blue Matter.

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Accelerating Real Estate Sales Pipelines to Streamline Buyer Journeys

Navigated 360° tours, like YourVRTours, advance pipelines by engaging clients further along the sales funnel. These immersive experiences provide comprehensive property insights, increasing buyer intent and readiness. By embracing navigated tours, agents can optimize property exposure, better qualify leads, and streamline the sales process. Stay ahead in the ever-evolving real estate landscape with innovative technology that elevates buyer journeys and progresses pipelines more effectively.

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5 Takeaways from 7 Talking Points on Making Your Brokerage Profitable in a Shifting Market

Inside Real Estate

WATCH FULL INTERVIEW WITH STEVE MURRAY HERE by contributing author, Craig Rowe of INMAN News The word “pivot” couldn’t […]. The post 5 Takeaways from 7 Talking Points on Making Your Brokerage Profitable in a Shifting Market appeared first on Inside Real Estate | Lead Generation + Websites + CRM + Reporting + Powerful Performance.

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What Trends to Keep an Eye on in Summer 2020

Properties Online

Along with all business and industry, real estate selling has been deeply affected by the coronavirus crisis. The Department of Homeland Security declared residential real estate to be an essential service, but many cities and states have enacted specific restrictions to protect public health. As healthcare professionals work tirelessly to contain the risk, states are beginning […].

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Managing Your Common Areas and Amenities During Social Distancing

App Folio

For community association professionals, you’re facing tough challenges with social distancing as you have to keep residents happy while still ensuring things stay clean and adhering to local laws. Read on for ways to help manage your common areas and amenities while stay-at-home orders are in effect as well as guidelines against social gatherings. 1.

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Passive Real Estate Investing with Jim Ingersoll and Paul White

Investing Now Network

Passive Real Estate Investing with Jim Ingersoll and Paul White. Paul White is a Richmond, VA native and an orthodontist that found his way into passive investing in real estate. This podcast is a great example of how hard work can pay off and that sometimes getting from point A to point B isn’t always a straight line. In this podcast, you’ll hear about: How Paul found his way to dental school, the military then back to orthodontic school.

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Maximizing Your Online Presence: Tips for Real Estate Agents on Social Media

Speaker: Sarah Santa Ana, Real Estate Coach, Move4Free Realty

Networking is one of the crucial elements in every real estate organization's success. Both agents and real estate companies need to maintain robust networking links. This is why social media is essential for any real estate professional! Social media enables you to stay in touch with your present clients, maintain connections with your past clients, and engage potential customers and investors.

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Zip Codes in Sarasota/Bradenton with Highest Income

Dwell Real Estate

On the map above we added the 2016 estimated median house/condo value as well as the median household income for zip codes in Sarasota and Manatee counties. We pulled the data primarily from www.incomebyzipcode.com, www.census.gov and www.city-data.com. Assuming this data is accurate, it is very interesting to see that 34212 has the highest median income.

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What’s going on with Multifamily Collections?

A Student of the Real Estate Game

If I were to tell you that ~40% of your residents were unemployed, what do you think that would do to rent collections? Would you believe me if I told you multifamily collections were more or less unaffected through May? Probably not. So what’s going on? One of the sad realities of the coronavirus is the disproportionate impact it has on those at the lowest income and education levels.

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REX Homes Secures New Round of Investment from Consumer Brand Investor Lion Capital

REX Homes

REX Homes, the real estate technology company delivering a full-service online marketplace for residential real estate buyers and sellers and the lowest transaction costs in the industry, today announced a significant minority investment from Lion Capital.

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TL;DR May 2020

Boom Town

In this TL;DR (Too Long, Didn’t Read) series, we’ll be talking ‘all things BoomTown!’ There’s a little something for everyone, from new features and upcoming releases to success stories, industry news, and of course live Q&A. Consider this your go-to spot for staying in-the-loop with BoomTown. Reminder! You’re welcome to register for the whole series so you never miss an update.

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Rise of The Apps: Building Your Dream Tech Stack For Real Estate Success

Speaker: Trey Willard, Realtor/Team Leader at Keller Williams Realty, Inc.

In order to create continued success in today’s real estate market, realtors need to utilize an arsenal of technology that will increase their efficiency and presence on social media. Using technology to manage your prospects and tap into their needs through websites, social media, and other channels is critical for real estate success in 2022 and beyond.

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How Pelican Property Management Achieved New Efficiency During COVID-19

App Folio

Adjusting to the new reality of remote and virtual work has been a challenge for most property and community association management companies. However, for efficiency-minded teams, it has also revealed significant areas of opportunity. . For example, take Pelican Property Management — they offer clients a wide range of expertise, including HOA and Condo Management, as well as residential and commercial.

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7 Unique Ways To Make Money Online

I Am 1 Percent

The internet is a cash cow. It has been around for 25 some odd years, but only until recently have people began to discover how much money can be made. Yes, companies can use websites as a catalyst to sell. Read more. The post 7 Unique Ways To Make Money Online appeared first on I Am 1 Percent.

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Boca Raton Florida Real Estate Market Report 1st Qtr 2020

Imagine Your House

How is the Boca Raton Florida Real Estate market performing? Today’s analysis focuses on the 1st quarter ending 2020 for single family homes, condos, villas and townhouses in the city of Boca Raton Florida; featuring the Boca Raton Florida Real Estate Market Report. As a Boca Raton Realtor selling homes in Boca Raton, I discuss what statistics matter most to you if you’re considering selling a home in Boca Raton or buying a home in Boca Raton.

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"I Want to Work with the Listing Agent" - Types of Relationships in Florida

Dwell Real Estate

It seems like we are hearing this more and more from home buyers that contact us about a property for sale. Perhaps they are getting this from real estate TV shows like Million Dollar Listing. Most home buyers are not familiar with the intricacies of agency representation, nor do they know the difference between a buyer’s agent and seller’s agent.

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5 Data Proven Ways Agents Can Do 18% More Business

Curious as to how you could do 18% more business? How about 14 more transaction sides per year? Check out this infographic with data from a RealTrends study to learn more.