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Metros with lower rent have been most resilient amid pandemic
Metros with lower rental prices, including the Inland Empire and Sacramento in California, have been the most resilient, according to a report by Yardi Matrix.
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Growth-oriented Keap hits most of the CRM high notes
Previously Infusionsoft, this CRM is focused on small businesses in multiple industries but has some unique ways to appeal to real estate agents.
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The Real Word: How efficient are agents?
Watch Byron Lazine and Nicole White give a real estate agent’s perspective on industry-related topics. This week, they'll discuss why you shouldn’t ignore Zillow, how inbound moves have shifted and...
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WFG founder Pat Stone talks e-closings, coronavirus and getting back to basics
On the heels of WFG's 10th anniversary, founder Pat Stone shares his secret to success, which hinges on mastering the basics and putting clients first.
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Billionaire real estate tech investor behind Lone Wolf settles with DOJ
Robert Smith, CEO of Vista Equity Partners, will pay back taxes owed on offshore assets totaling $140 million. Vista has a majority stake in Lone Wolf Technologies.
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New LGBT group partners with Engel & Völkers, National Fair Housing Alliance
Launched this month, the LGBTQ+ Real Estate Alliance will work to fight housing discrimination based on sexual orientation and gender identity.
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Jason Oppenheim and the luxury market he has his eye on next
The Oppenheim Group is considering branching out to Corona Del Mar, in Newport Beach, California. "I don't think I've told anyone that yet," Oppenheim told Inman.
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What to expect at Connect Now on Tuesday
This Tuesday, October 20, the real estate community is coming together for Connect Now. The day will be filled with lively discussion, collaboration, workshops, and masterminds all geared towards...
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Soaring home values reminiscent of recovery from recession: Zillow
The typical home value rose to $259,906 in September, a remarkable growth rate that includes the largest month-over-month increase in 15 years and the largest quarterly growth in seven years.
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Even amid pandemic, luxury sales soared 42% in Q3: Redfin
Even as confirmed cases peaked at 75,000 on a single July day and joblessness claims hovered around 1 million a week in early August, luxury sales soared.
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NAR, Morgan Stanley partner to offer financial guidance for Realtors
The 1.4 million-member trade association is partnering with the investment banking giant to offer Realtors guides to investing and saving for retirement.
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32M missed mortgage, rent or student loan payments in September
The number of renters and homeowners able to make payments during the third quarter of 2020 improved slightly from the second quarter.
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These 10 cities are tailor-made for first-time homebuyers
By looking at factors such as payment-to-income ratios, a new report from SmartAsset finds that smaller cities within driving distance of a major urban center fare the best overall.
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Beware of scammers offering health insurance to NAR members
Although the National Association of Realtors offers insurance options, an NAR spokesperson warned that the association would not make calls to enroll members.
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John L. Scott Real Estate launches zavvie-powered iBuyer in Portland
John L. Scott Real Estate, a brokerage with over 110 offices and 3,000 brokers across four states, has teamed up with end-to-end iBuyer platform zavvie to create its new iBuyer platform, Instant...
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Here are the hidden costs of homeselling you should disclose to clients
There are a lot of hidden costs that go into closing — and many sellers aren't aware of them. That's why it's your job as the listing agent to educate them on what's to come and keep the process...
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15 easy-as-pie seller projects that’ll help buyers fall in love
Providing a buyer's-eye view is something you, as their agent, need to do whenever they decide to sell. The place to start is, of course, at the curb. Here’s a checklist of curb appeal items to review...
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3 tech-enabled strategies driving broker independence from portals
Big-name listing portals continue to bring controversy. In light of recent announcements, the debate over their role in the industry isn’t going away. One of the most contentious topics over the years...
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Does your brokerage encourage your entrepreneurial spirit?
Being an entrepreneur means you have a deep passion for building something from nothing. It also means you are willing to push yourself to the limit to achieve your goals. The entrepreneurial spirit...
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The 2021 Agent of the Year Awards: How to enter and win
Between today’s rapid-paced market, uncertainty surrounding COVID-19 and a perpetually alarming media cycle, a few things are certain: We’re all tired. We’re all frustrated. And we’re all focused on...
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