When income drops, business people cut expenses. But in real estate, customer service shouldn’t be reduced as competition heats up. NEW YORK – With the near-time future of real estate still uncertain at the beginning of 2023, agents need to think about changing market conditions and how the brokerage can help them navigate those changes. … Read more
Parent company Meta could pay over $400M U.S. over privacy rules because it refused usage to anyone who wouldn’t allow their personal data to be used for advertising. LONDON (AP) – European Union regulators on Wednesday hit Facebook parent Meta with hundreds of millions in fines for privacy violations and banned the company from forcing … Read more
NAR’s unscripted TV show that features real first-time homebuyers has entered its third season, with the latest filmed in Tampa and Houston. CHICAGO – The third season of First-Time Buyer by the National Association of Realtors® (NAR) can now be viewed on Hulu. All episodes from seasons one and two can also be streamed without … Read more
First, what makes you interesting? Videos don’t go viral if speakers can’t connect with their audience. And the videos that fail? They provide valuable lessons. NEW YORK – Real estate agent Matt Lionetti at The Agency says he maximizes his online presence by essentially being himself. “You want to create interesting content for a certain … Read more
For all of 2022, Fla. confidence hit its lowest point since UF recordkeeping began in 1985, but drop in Dec. was slight – to 64.0 from Nov.’s 64.4. GAINESVILLE, Fla. – Consumer sentiment among Floridians fell slightly in December, though the drop was slight – four-tenths of a point to 64 following a revised 64.4 … Read more
In a slowing economy with rising interest rates, buyers’ needs change, and RE agents must adapt their skill set to serve this new type of homebuyer. NEW YORK – Some Wells Fargo economists says the housing market is undergoing a correction as home sales, builder confidence and single-family construction decline. According to homegenius Home Price … Read more
The Code of Ethics has been around for over 100 years. It’s a dynamic document, ever evolving and adapting with the real estate industry. Changes generally go into effect at the beginning of the year. Here’s what’s new in 2023. ORLANDO, Fla. – Dear Shannon: I’m our local association Ombudsman and recently attended Florida Realtors® … Read more
When asked about the Kick Out Clause vs. a Right of First Refusal, most Realtors say, “I know they’re not the same thing – but I can’t tell you how they’re different.” Here’s a rule of thumb: The Right of First Refusal usually stems from something external, such as HOA docs. ORLANDO, Fla. – Do … Read more
A condo seller secured a sales contract, but the condo association has Right of First Refusal and opted to buy the condo under the contract’s terms. If the seller doesn’t want to sell to the association, can they cancel the contract altogether? WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. – Question: Last June, I had intended to sell … Read more
Most-used words in listing descriptions were basic, such as “room” and “bedroom,” but the top 10 also included “fireplace,” “pool” and “stainless steel appliances.” MIAMI – As more and more people house-hunt online, compelling home descriptions are essential for a home to remain competitive in the online real estate arena. Point2, a division of Yardi … Read more
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