'Do I need to disclose?' Even more queries ChatGPT can't answer
ChatGPT can be a useful tool, but it spits out a lot of bad advice. In Part 2 of the series, find out what seller information the AI gets wrong
by Bernice Ross Mar 15
Homebuyers and sellers have a ton of misconceptions, new poll shows
Homebuyers and sellers are struggling to keep up with the rapidly shifting market, according to a Zillow survey of real estate agents, which found many believe home prices will fall steeply in 2023
by Ben Verde Nov 7
These marketing terms are officially cliched. Here's what to write instead
Consumers know that agents are famous for tweaking listing descriptions to lure them in to see the home. Avoid using these seven terms, and try these fresh alternatives instead
by Laura Stace Oct 24
No more contract cancellations! Here's how to avoid buyer backouts
Avoid canceled contracts by addressing possible reasons buyers back out ahead of time
by Carl Medford Sep 14
How to use a multiple-offer mindset in every bidding scenario
When creating an offer, keeping a multiple-offer mindset is essential. You should always assume the sellers are reviewing multiple offers so you can make sure your client comes out on top
by Tom Toole Sep 9
Your prediction about the housing market is probably wrong
Opinion
Forget the memes. If you've been around real estate for any length of time, you know that the only thing you can expect is the unexpected
by Teresa Boardman Sep 1
No offers on your latest? 8 ways to kick start a stale listing
Wondering what to do about that 'stale bread' listing? Here's how to get it noticed for all of the right reasons
by Darryl Davis Aug 31
Following 6-month slowdown, the home-sale boom may finally be over
Home sales were down 19% year over year in July, a sign the pandemic-era boom in housing demand may be in the rearview mirror, according to new data released Monday by Redfin
by Daniel Houston Aug 22
After a decade of uninterrupted rise, Zestimates are dropping
'While July’s housing market data update is big news, and could get first-time buyers’ hopes up, the future is unlikely to bring meaningful improvement to housing affordability,' Zillow says
by Daniel Houston Aug 18
Home inventory rose at record pace in July, despite fewer new listings
The long-awaited recovery in home inventory is in full swing. It's not being driven by a rise in new listings but by the ongoing slowdown in demand from buyers, according to Realtor.com
by Daniel Houston Aug 9
9 tips for creating a seller safety plan on your next listing
Opinion
There certainly isn't enough advice out there on seller safety, says safety expert Robert Siciliano. Here are some tips to ensure your sellers (and you) stay safe during showings
by Robert Siciliano Aug 9
Has your pipeline caught a cold? Best cures for reviving your CRM
Opinion
If the market shift has stalled out your CRM, it may be time to reset. Not sure where to start? We are here to diagnose and cure your CRM woes
by Rachael Hite Jul 25
Don't get it twisted: How to untangle the new market conditions and build back
Opinion
If your summer fun has been upended by the market shift you are not alone. Things are complicated at best, and it is time to choose your path forward
by Rachael Hite Jul 22
Affordable where? Fed efforts to cool the market still don't create affordable housing
Opinion
Although the Fed's move to calm the market is a step in the right direction, it may not ultimately have much effect on affordability
by Anthony West Jul 20
Your local housing market is complicated. Know your numbers, and use your words
Opinion
Do you know how to explain the difference between a national and a local market stat to your client? The words you choose can make all the difference
by Teresa Boardman Jul 19