Help your buyers decide whether or not to waive the appraisal contingency
When it comes to appraisals there are plenty of opinions to go around. Understanding the pros and cons of contract contingencies is essential for you and your client
by Bill Gassett Sep 22
Inman's ultimate guide to navigating the topsy-turvy fall housing market
Buyers and sellers face a new reality where bidding wars will be rare, days on market stretch out and markets go from boom to bust (and bust to boom). But don't fear — Inman has you covered
by Marian McPherson Sep 19
11 things agents should know about portable storage
Just like every other part of the process, agents should have at least a general understanding of how moving containers work. Offering clients useful advice can help them have a better, more stress-free moving experience
by Bill Gassett Feb 23
'Should we tip the movers?' How to respond to the tipping question
Opinion
This very valid question is one that clients will undoubtedly ask at some point. Here’s look at how to respond when clients ask what to tip movers
by Bill Gassett Feb 11
Stuck with moving boxes? 10 ways to reduce, reuse and recycle
If you're a new agent, at some point, your clients will likely ask you about the best way to dispose of their moving boxes. Here are a few ways you can help them avoid sending cardboard to a landfill
by Bill Gassett Dec 1
With summer near, vacation home owners are renting — for now
But real estate agents say that could all change in the fall, when owners of second and third homes seek to shake off excess properties. 'Since this happened before Memorial Day, people are saying I can get $400 grand for four months? I'll just list it in September.'
7 reasons for-sale-by-owners fail
Opinion
Less than 10 percent of for sale by owner sellers actually succeed, but what is it, actually, that prevents FSBO sellers from being able to close their property sale?
by Bill Gassett Jan 16
Should your sellers pull their listings off the market this winter?
The pros and cons to consider before helping your sellers make a final decision
by Marian McPherson Dec 3
Agents react to searing Consumer Federation report on commissions
The Consumer Federation of America on Monday published a report about real estate commissions — here’s what agents and brokers had to say about the findings
by Marian McPherson Oct 30
7 truths new-build buyers should know upfront
Three real estate experts highlight the differences between purchasing an existing home and a new build
by Marian McPherson Oct 8
What to know about selling luxury, waterfront and other specialty properties
Opinion
Only certain kinds of buyers are interested in these kinds of homes, so a one-size-fits-all marketing approach will not produce optimal results
by Bill Gassett Jul 9
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Above all, be prepared to work odd hours
What does the end of Google Plus mean for real estate agents?
Opinion
Will we ever find another place for like-minded agents who love to blog and grow their social media and online presence?
by Bill Gassett Oct 11
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Who has the best tech, brand, compensation and value proposition?
by Jeff Lobb Aug 9
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Learn the ropes of how to help buyers and sellers with their highly coveted destination properties
by Marian McPherson Aug 8