The “easy wins” don’t result in immediate leads, but simple marketing – such as optimizing social media network profiles – can be the bedrock of long-term success.
To fulfill the “promise of the 1968 Fair Housing act,” HUD’s rule requires the submission of “Equity Plans” every five years and “robust community engagement.”
Dec. single-family starts rose double digits to 11.3% as multifamily slid 19%. Based on permits issued, however, NAHB expects less dramatic numbers in the future.
Agents who nurtured customers have an edge as real estate slows down, while those constantly seeking brand-new clients are in for a rougher time.
Two vacation-home goals – “I want to give it my unique touch” and “I want to rent it out” – can be incompatible. Avoid stress by treating it like a business.
The firms says decarbonizing the global real estate market will cost about $18T, but the industry could reduce annual carbon emissions by 75% (6.2 gigatons).
Good news 2: While the builder confidence index remains in bearish territory, it rose 4 points to 35 in Jan., suggesting Dec. was “the low point … in this cycle.”
Realtors: Have a high school senior or kid in college? Or a client who does? Tell them about the Education Foundation Scholarships – and to apply by March 9.
This year’s goals should be “Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Realistic and Timely.” Praise team members, stay calm and use morning hours to focus on top goals.
Good news 3: An average weekly mortgage rate of, say, 5.8% could draw lots of buyers back into the market, and NAR’s chief economist thinks that could happen.
