How agents can identify financial distress warning signs in clients
Over half of Americans admit to browsing Zillow for fun. Luke Babich offers tips on finding serious buyers in the midst of this extra searching
by Luke Babich Feb 1
65% of millennials would still buy a home if interest rates were 10%
Clever Real Estate's latest survey revealed the sacrifices millennials are willing to make to buy, including taking on higher interest rates, buying major fixer-uppers and working multiple jobs
by Marian McPherson Jan 10
Clever acquires renter assistance, rewards app Gravy
Gravy’s core competency is in financial literacy and resources for renters, anchored by a loyalty program that sets aside a percentage of users' monthly rent payment for future homeownership
by Craig C. Rowe Jan 8
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Luke Babich suggests that by relinquishing a bit of control, you can unlock remarkable potential for gains by investing in real estate syndications
by Luke Babich Dec 19
Here's how to find the perfect fit when shopping for a CRM
Gone are the days of collecting business cards and cramming them into an overstuffed Rolodex. These days, customer relationship management software keeps client info safe and accessible
by Luke Babich Nov 22
Reach out, take names: 13 tips for beefing up your client database
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Whether you're just getting started or have been at it for a while, you already know that finding potential clients is critical. Here are 13 tips to build and nurture your client base
by Luke Babich Nov 1
Remote landlord? How to manage a rental from across the country
More investors are maintaining rental properties from far away. Find out how to make that long-distance landlord more manageable
by Luke Babich Sep 26
5 commandments of crowdfunding for beginning real estate investors
Crowdfunding disperses risk among a huge pool of real estate investors, and offers the possibility of unusually high returns, Clever Real Estate executive and Inman contributor Luke Babich writes
by Luke Babich Aug 8
How to transform 2nd homes into lucrative short-term rentals
Savvy investors recognize that when your vacation home is empty, it’s just draining your bank account. Luke Babich shares strategies to turn it into a lucrative short-term rental
by Luke Babich Jul 18
Unlock homeownership with down payment assistance programs 
As a real estate agent, it's not enough just to conduct the transaction. Provide education and service that will help make it possible in the first place
by Ernesto Vargas May 3
How to use real estate tax credits to boost your investment returns
Real estate tax credits are incentives provided by governments and municipalities to encourage investment in certain types of real estate projects. Here's how to take advantage
by Luke Babich May 2
6 things landlords need to know before breaking a lease
A signed lease is a binding legal agreement that can’t be broken — except in the few exceptions when it can. Here are some common scenarios to watch for as a landlord or a real estate investor
by Luke Babich Apr 4
It's time to take millennial homebuyers seriously. Here's how to win them over
Millennials are a powerful force in the real estate industry, but they're not your grandparents’ generation. They won't be swayed by the same types of sales tactics
by Luke Babich Jan 12
Clever teams with Total Expert to land more lenders and homebuyers
Clever's integration of Total Expert's CRM and customer engagement platform could help the company drum up homebuyers who aren't already working with real estate agents
by Matt Carter Aug 23
Clever Real Estate raises $8M in Series B, eyes mortgages
The discount paper brokerage says it reached profitability in the third quarter and is on track to sell more than 6,000 homes this year