A pocket listing, also known as an off-market listing, is any listing that is retained by a listing agent and not listed on the Multiple Listing Service (MLS). Instead, the agent tries to market and sell the home within a private or select network. In other words, it’s a real estate listing that isn’t made …
To welcome the spring season this April 1st, ATG Title, the DMV’s leading title insurance, escrow, and closing company is proud to offer a new line of services for our furry friends: Dog house title searches and insurance! Why are we offering this? Simply put, we went sniffing around and after pawing it over realized …
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We’ve all been there. A client comes prepared with a Pinterest board of what they want and insists you make their dream come true; even though their budget is 1/5 of what their dream home should be. Or it is a client that still views their house as their home and cannot see it from …
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Becoming a Realtor is easy, and it only takes 5 steps. Get your real estate license Join a brokerage Become a member in your local Realtor’s Association Pay your dues Take the required continuing education courses and pass the tests Once you do this you’ll be able to add Realtor to your title. Having the …
Whether you’re looking to buy or sell a property, or assist people in buying or selling property, you’re likely trying to figure out what the difference between a real estate agent and a realtor is. Although the terms are used interchangeably by many, there is a significant difference between them. Knowing the difference can be …
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If you’re on this page, you’re currently trying to determine a fair selling price for a home on the market and heard about comparative market analysis. Don’t let the term scare you. It’s quite simple. A comparative market analysis, or CMA, is a tool used to estimate a home’s value based on the selling price …
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If you’re new to real estate, you’ve already heard of real estate agents and brokers. You’re probably wondering what the differences are between them and you may have even heard of real estate agents being referred to as brokers. They may sound similar, but they play very different roles. So is there a difference? Yes, …
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Selecting the right closing gift can be tricky. The process has to be thoughtful and personalized, but finding the right one can be tedious. That’s where we come in! Below you will find 21 unique ideas for closing gifts that not only incorporate something unique about the buyer, but something that is memorable. Each gift …
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As a real estate agent, you‘ll put in many hours working with your clients before receiving payment. This includes finding and showing the property, marketing it, and all of the negotiations, phone calls and travel time. After you’ve done all of this work and your client buys or sells the property, you rightfully feel entitled …
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Everyone in real estate just sits back and collects money from property sales. Well, that’s what everyone thinks until they walk that proverbial mile in the shoes of a real estate agent. The grueling daily agenda of a real estate agent is bound to change anyone in the industry’s perspective. Don’t worry; you’re not the …
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