So you’re thinking of starting your own real estate brokerage? Congratulations on taking that first and often scary step towards becoming a business owner. I know that brokers always talk about how being an agent is like having your own business, but is it really? Yeah, of course you can set your own schedule, work independently, and control your income; but you still lack a lot of control when...
Selling a property can be a complex process, particularly if it’s not something you’ve done before. Most people only sell property a few times throughout their life, so don’t panic if you’re not sure where to start. By taking the time to prepare in advance, you can streamline the process and potentially increase the sale price. To get started, take a look at these four things to do before selling...
Many people have heard that a sex offender can significantly impact their real estate value, but not many people know the actual science behind it. Especially if you’re interested in buying a new home or selling a home you already own, you need to know more about sex offenders’ impact on your retail value. Here are some of the most important things to consider before you assess your real estate...
Decisions, decisions ... once you reach the major decision to purchase a house in the UK and specifically London, the question “Where?” becomes a key factor. The area you choose to buy a house is of utmost importance. It depends on many factors such as price, the reason for purchase and others. You will be aware that, even in London, prices differ in various locations. So, depending on your...
Rental properties are a very good investment. It's a great way for you to earn passive income, which come in the form of rent payments even though you're not doing any active physical work. Your rental houses can provide stability to your finances as it adds income on top of the day job you have. When you've already amassed quite a substantial number of rental houses, these can even already serve as your...
The real estate industry is a competitive market. Hundreds of agents, both from large firms and small businesses, are competing to win the attention of college graduates, new families, retirees, and brick-and-mortar businesses. You are confident in your skillset - you know the market, closing costs, local listings and comparable HOA fees, you know it all. You have prepared yourself to be the most...
Buying a house is a stressful process, but mortgage advisers can give you great advice and help you land on your feet after securing your next real estate venture. They act as an intermediary between lender and borrower, and can answer critical questions regarding your loan application. From narrowing down the most suitable mortgage for your individual needs to helping you evaluate mortgage costs, a good...
In almost all aspects of life, it is absolutely important to get any sort of feedback from family and friends, as well as peers and acquaintances. This valuable information allows people to react and adjust if necessary, and basically use this as a primary foundation for self-realization and self-improvement. The usefulness of receiving comments — whether constructive or otherwise — can hold especially...
Be it selling potential customers on your services, marketing real estate listings, or developing partnerships with your community to develop long term success, it is necessary to use a wide range of real estate promotion and marketing tips. Traditional marketing strategies assist in building a strong customer base as well as develop some buzz, it is necessary to imagine out of the box and contemplate...
It’s no secret that millennial are revolutionizing the real estate market. It can be a challenge to figure out how to appeal to this group of home buyers, who are just starting to settle down. Their motivations, financial situations, needs, desires and ambitions differ from preceding generations. In order for real estate agents and firms to capture their interest, they must understand what young people...