Tips for Hosting a Great Open House
So you‘re a real estate agent with a house you’re looking to sell. That’s great! But it’s not as simple as putting a For Sale sign on the front lawn. People know better than to judge a book by its cover, or a house by its exterior. That’s why you need to host an open house
Home Disclosures in Massachusetts: What You Should Know
Real estate agents might not have to follow a strict code of ethics like Realtors do, but Massachusetts law does still require them to disclose certain information about the properties you sell. Just because Massachusetts follows the legal doctrine of caveat emptor - buyer beware - doesn’t mean it isn’t both your legal and moral obligation
Should I Become a Real Estate Agent? How to Know if you Will Succeed
Have you been thinking about becoming a real estate agent? Maybe you are feeling unfulfilled in your career or you are interested in taking a professional path that will afford you a little more freedom in your day to day. No matter what your reasoning may be, if you are doubting whether or not you would
Dealing with High-Expectation Clients as a Real Estate Agent
In a perfect world, all client interactions would go smoothly and successfully, unfortunately, dealing real estate is a highly sensitive business, and things don’t always go as planned. Keep reading for our insider tips on how to navigate high-expectation clients and diffuse any hazardous problems you might encounter. Pre-Screen Clients Although it is natural to want to accept
How to Develop Your Real Estate Agent Brand
Part of establishing yourself as a real estate agent in your area involves your personal marketing. For better or worse, when you deal with real estate, people will mainly look to your online presence as an indicator of whether they should do business with you. In order to ensure that you are only helping and not hurting
Why New England is One of the Best Areas to Sell Real Estate In
We may be biased, but we personally believe that New England is one of the best concentrated areas in the United States to sell real estate. Keep reading to find out all the benefits that come with selling in this region! Hottest Housing Market At the time of writing this, New England has just recently surpassed the South
The Basics of Digital Accessibility for Real Estate Agents
Why You Should Make Your Website Accessible and ADA-Compliant Most real estate agents know that creating a website is an important way to connect with clients and generate new business. But is your online presence accessible to clients with disabilities? When you work to make your website and social media accounts more accessible, it benefits all of your
How To Save For Retirement As A Real Estate Agent
Real Estate Agents Should Disaster Proof Their Retirement Plan As a real estate agent, planning for retirement can require creativity and extra work as compared to most professions. Many real estate agents and REALTORS® are independent contractors. This means you have no employer-sponsored retirement plan in place for your future. Additionally, since income is often based
Student Loans Affect Americans’ Ability to Purchase a Home
Student Loans Are Among ‘Biggest Hurdles’ to Homeownership Many Americans — and especially millennials — are burdened with large amounts of student loan debt that affect their daily lives, including their ability to purchase a home, data shows. Student debt “is one of the biggest hurdles holding potential buyers back from being able to save for a downpayment
How to Get Reviews & Testimonials as a Real Estate Agent
Why Are Reviews and Testimonials Important to Real Estate Agents? If you find yourself conducting a Google search before trying a new restaurant or making a costly purchase, you’re in the company of most modern consumers. When it comes to purchasing a piece of real estate, you better believe potential real estate leads are going