Home sellers who don’t use an agent are twice as likely as agent-assisted sellers to be unhappy with the results of their sale, says a study from Clever Real Estate. CRYSTAL RIVER, Fla. – Home sellers who choose to work without a real estate agent are twice as likely as agent-assisted sellers to be unhappy … Read more
ORLANDO, Fla. – Florida Realtors® released six forms translated into Spanish to help Spanish-speaking buyers better understand the recent practice changes, providing Realtors® with additional resources to further build customer trust. Links to /law-ethics/nar-settlement-sitzer-burnett-lawsuit The resources you need to do business in the post-NAR settlement real estate industry. Learn more ► The forms are only … Read more
Mortgage-rate locks for second homes have dropped 13% since last summer – more than twice as much as rate locks for primary homes, Redfin reported. SEATTLE – Mortgage-rate locks for second homes fell 13.1% year over year in August to the lowest level since March 2016 on a seasonally adjusted basis, according to a new … Read more
When change happens, stay flexible and focus on your strengths. Control your attitude and actions to thrive in real estate – pivot, provide value and adapt. LOS ANGELES – Imagine you woke up on a remote tropical desert island. No one is around. No restaurants. No Starbucks. No Wi-Fi. Everything completely changed. In an instant. … Read more
WASHINGTON – Homebuyers are putting down more money than ever to soften the blow of high mortgage rates, and in some cities, $400,000 down payments are now the norm. The typical down payment for U.S. homebuyers hit a record $67,500 in June, nearly 15% higher than a year earlier, according to a new Redfin analysis. … Read more
A Realtor advertised his services with guaranteed savings but was unable to provide it. The ethics panel deemed the slogan misleading, since savings couldn’t be guaranteed in every case. Dear Shannon: I am a passionate broker with a focus on helping buyers. I’m also an outstanding negotiator, and, almost every time when I represent buyers, … Read more
ORLANDO, Fla. – Florida Realtors® recognized Mike McGraw, 2023 Florida Realtors president, as its 2024 Realtor of the Year. The award – one of several – was presented Thursday during the state association’s annual Convention & Trade Expo at Rosen Shingle Creek in Orlando, Fla. The Realtor audience applauded as McGraw accepted the award from … Read more
Creating a memorable brand includes knowing your audience and communicating your business needs and expectations. NEW YORK – To create a lasting brand, it is more than just finding the right logo and color scheme, it’s about creating a unique and authentic feeling for home buyers and sellers that they will remember. The first step … Read more
The Florida Realtors legal team has released updated listing agreement forms and buyer representation videos to help Realtors prepare for settlement requirements. ORLANDO, Fla. — Florida Realtors® is committed to supporting you through the latest National Association of Realtors® settlement requirements effective August 17. We’re excited to announce new resources to help you stay compliant … Read more
Mortgage rates dropped to their lowest level in months. Four Florida cities lead the nation with biggest YoY median sale price increases and new listings. SEATTLE — The typical U.S. homebuyer’s monthly housing payment was $2,722 during the four weeks ending July 14, $115 lower than April’s all-time high, according to a new report from … Read more
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