Category: Tips & tools
Need to explain the basics about financing? Want tips on creating competitive listings? We cover real estate tips from A to Z.
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10 Reasons Buyers Love New Homes
Read more: 10 Reasons Buyers Love New HomesWhether you’re new to selling new homes, or just need a refresher, here’s a handy infographic to help you communicate the value of new construction to your clients. For more in-depth information, tips and tools, be sure to download our free Selling New Homes Guide, created just for agents like you!
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Student Loan Debt and Homeownership
Read more: Student Loan Debt and HomeownershipHaving a college education is very valuable. Unfortunately, the price tag often reflects this, and navigating post-graduation financial waters can be tricky. That being said, student loan debt shouldn’t be a barrier to homeownership. There are ways to balance the responsibility of paying off student loans and still enjoy homeownership. Here are a few concerns…
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Prepare Your Buyers for a Seller’s Market
Read more: Prepare Your Buyers for a Seller’s MarketYour clients (especially first-time buyers) may not be prepared for the fast-paced, competitive nature of buying a home in a seller’s market. Fortunately, we’ve got a new guide for that! Homebuying in a Competitive Market is free to download and includes tips to help buyers: Get ready to act quickly Optimize their home search Boost…
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How to Write Better House Listings
Read more: How to Write Better House ListingsThe photography’s on point. The asking price is right. All you need now is a killer property description. Boost your house listings from good to great with the following tips! Be selective. Your description doesn’t have to encompass everything and the kitchen sink (though, if it’s a farmhouse sink, definitely mention that!). Focus on what’s…
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Shareable Stories for Your Clients
Read more: Shareable Stories for Your ClientsIf you’re not following Homeward™, our blog for homebuyers, you might have missed these great stories to share with your clients. Feel free to link them on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Pinterest or your blog—anywhere you need to bulk up your real estate content. Don’t forget we also have a library of free homebuyer guides to…
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Real Estate Photography Tips
Read more: Real Estate Photography TipsWhen preparing for a home sale, you’ll always get the best results by hiring a seasoned professional to take your real estate photographs. If you’re passionate about taking photographs yourself, these tips are a great starting point for taking high-quality real estate photos. For more real estate photography tips, check out the photo articles on…
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4 Things Realtors® Should Pin (Beyond MLS Listings)
Read more: 4 Things Realtors® Should Pin (Beyond MLS Listings)Pinterest may seem like low-hanging fruit in your social media marketing plan. It’s photography-driven, text-minimal, evergreen, appealing to a major homebuying demographic, great for driving website traffic, easy to use and—best of all—free, except for the time you invest in it and any money you spend boosting pins.Using Pinterest to its best advantage, however, means…
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Why Show New Homes to Short-sale Shoppers?
Read more: Why Show New Homes to Short-sale Shoppers?Shopping foreclosure and short-sale homes can be a frustrating experience. The homes may be in poor condition and clients could lose excitement in the buying process. Here are five reasons to consider showing new homes, even if you specialize in lender-owned resale properties. Your clients may be surprised at what they can afford—a beautiful…
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Handy Real Estate Articles for You (and Your Clients)
Read more: Handy Real Estate Articles for You (and Your Clients)Have you been keeping an eye on Homeward, our blog for homebuyers, home sellers and happy homeowners? If not, here are a few recent articles you may want to share with your clients: 4 things a real estate agent can do for you (other than show homes!) Are your clients aware of all the work…
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How Agents Leverage New Construction to Inspire Client Loyalty
Read more: How Agents Leverage New Construction to Inspire Client LoyaltySelling new homes has its challenges, but it also has advantages that resale can’t match—benefits you can leverage to earn more referrals and repeat business. Touring model homes is a worry-free experience. Unlike an occupied resale home, a model home always has its best foot forward. You won’t find dirty dishes in the sink or…