As a real estate professional in today’s high tech world, you probably already use real estate apps to help you serve clients and stay organized. In addition to industry-specific tools, there are many general apps that can help agents navigate busy days and operate at peak efficiency both professionally and personally. If it’s been a while since you’ve upped your app game, here are some categories to consider adding to your arsenal:     Videoconferencing Take part in video meetings from a web browser when you can’t be in the office or at home. Being able to easily join meetings from ..read more

Bringing home a new baby is a joyful and exhilarating time. New parents are focused on taking care of their precious bundle of joy, while family and friends are eager to welcome the new life into their world. Preparing for a baby takes some thought and planning but is well worth the time and effort when everyone settles in happily. Here are some ways to get your home ready:     Nursery Preparing the nursery is one of the most exciting tasks related to bringing a baby home. While you’re picking out the perfect paint colors, remember to make sure the nursery and every room in your hom ..read more

Congratulations – you’ve signed another listing contract for an incredible property. Now it’s time to find the perfect buyer, so your sellers can move on. To get the deal to the closing table as smoothly as possible, don’t skip any of these important steps:     Pretty As A Picture Getting quality pictures online and in marketing materials quickly is a top priority with new listings. To get the best photos, enlist the help of the sellers to get the property looking its best. It won’t be a wasted effort as they’ll need to get the home in tip-top condition for showings as well. Remind ..read more

It’s no wonder that many people refer to fall as their favorite season of the year. With cooler temperatures, changing colors, the start of new school terms, Halloween fun, and football rivalries, there is a lot to enjoy and celebrate. Bringing the joys of fall into your own home can make it a festive haven for friends and family. Here are some ideas for celebrating the season at your house:     Decorate Dressing up the outside of your home can be as simple as hanging a seasonal wreath on the front door or putting down a fall-themed door mat. If you want to take it a step further, c ..read more

In many markets, fall can be a busy time for real estate professionals. With cooler temperatures and the back-to-school rush over, buyers may be inclined to focus on making a move, and sellers may be motivated to wrap up transactions before the end of the year. Here are some things you can do to be ready this fall for cool weather and cool deals:     Stock your car with extra jackets or layers, plus gloves and hats, for unexpected temperature drops while you’re out in the field. Put in a couple of extra coats or sweaters for clients to borrow when you’re showing new construction th ..read more

You already know why your clients need the value, protection, and advantages of HSA home warranty coverage. Are you as knowledgeable about why real estate professionals like yourself need HSA, too? HSA home warranties offer specific benefits for agents as well as a winning edge to help build long-term client relationships, repeat business, and referrals. Here are some important reasons why you need HSA:     Ease post-closing worries When your clients choose HSA home warranty coverage, your post-closing involvement can be reduced, lessening your liability and stress over post-sale di ..read more

Flowers can add color, texture, lushness, and, in some cases, pleasing scents around your home. Visiting your local nursery or garden center can be overwhelming, with many delightful flowering plant varieties and choices. Of course, the flowers and plants that will grow well in specific locations around your house largely depend on the amount of sunlight each area receives as well as the type of soil and drainage, so keep that in mind as you choose what to plant. In general, here are some of the best flowers to cultivate in designated spots around your home:         Front ..read more

For much of 2022, strong sellers’ market conditions reigned supreme in many parts of the country. As a real estate professional, it’s important to remain agile and to be able to respond to and leverage market conditions to the best advantage for you and your clients. Here are some tips for getting an angle in a sellers’ market:       Tell Clients What To Expect Ask buyers and sellers about their previous experiences with real estate deals, and help them understand how transactions in the current market might play out differently. Have the most current comparable sales and time ..read more

If you’re like most real estate professionals, you’re likely using Zoom and other video conferencing tools more than ever. Growing in popularity during 2020, when many business people worked from home as they isolated during the Covid-19 pandemic, video conferencing platforms remain popular today for the convenience and time-saving benefits they provide for agents and clients alike. When you Zoom, it’s important to remember some important video conferencing etiquette. Here are some dos and don’ts to keep in mind:     DO Do prepare for Zoom conferences just like you would for in-per ..read more

In most homes, the kitchen is the busiest room. It’s also a gathering spot for friends and family, so it’s important for the room to be warm and inviting as well as functional. What makes some kitchens more appealing and welcoming than others? Here are some tips for turning your busy kitchen into a cozy kitchen:     1. Seating If your kitchen has an island, include comfortable stools with cushions to encourage others to sit and spend some time in the room. Window seats are practical and aesthetically pleasing architectural elements to add if space allows. Even if you don’t have an i ..read more