Real Estate Cold Calling: Does It Still Work?
Let’s face it: nobody likes getting cold-called. The real estate industry has attracted more than a bit of flak for its use of this sales tactic over the yearsāmuch of it deservedābut real estate agents are used to living in the real world. The question isn’t whether people like it. The question is does it […]
Selling Homes to Millennials
Millennials are the new up and coming generation of homebuyers. Many millennials have the desire to stabilize and are looking to buy their first homes in order to settle down. In the past, home sellers steered clear of this group because they seemed like a hard sell, but current indicators point to a sharp turn […]
Should You Invest in a Real Estate Call Center?
As the real estate business continues to boom due to demand and population growth, the biggest challenge faced by most business owners is how to manage their existing and potential customers, and at the same time keep up with the latest market innovations. The key to unlocking your potential and improving customer relations lies with […]
What Do Millennials Want in a Home?
Millennialsāthose who are in their 20s or early 30sāare the rising generation of homeowners. Their choices, values, and lifestyles are quite different from older generations. When it comes to buying a home, their careers, proximity to friends, and experiences are usually more important to them than the expanse of the property. Functionality wins over the […]
Should Baby Boomers Refinance?
Between 2015 and 2030, the American population will experience a significant shift, as more than 130 million people will be at least 50 years old, and all of the baby boomers will have retired, which means that a fifth of the population of the country will be at least 65. Based on current trends, that […]
How Can FHA Loans Help You Buy a Home?
FHA loans are specifically designed to assist homebuyers in purchasing homes they couldnāt afford if they opted for other types of mortgages. The Federal Housing Administration (FHA) was founded in 1934, and its aim was to help people purchase homes. This organization does not make any loans, but it does insure the finance that private […]
What You Should Know About ARMs
Adjustable rate mortgages, or ARMs, are mortgages with varying interest rates that are usually determined by performance of benchmark indexes. As the index rate changes, your rate of interest will be adjusted periodically. Here is a brief ARM glossary: Index- The index is essentially a guide that lending institutions use to measure changes in the […]
Should You Buy a Historic House?
There is nothing quite like the quaintness and uniqueness of a historic home. Many homebuyers and investors fall in love with historic houses because they are richly attractive pieces of historical beauty. They are also known for their established neighborhoods. But are historic homes worth the purchase? If you have been considering buying a historic […]
Selling Your Home During the Holidays | Best Method For Passive Income
Contrary to what some might think, selling your home during the holidays is actually a great idea. The competition within this period is usually quite low due to the minimal number of homes put up for sell and actively advertised. A good number of prospective buyers are often serious and willing to make a purchase […]
Vacation Home Sales Soar
According to the 2014 Investment and Vacation Home Buyers Survey by the National Association of Realtors, vacation home sales jumped dramatically in the last year or so. The survey reveals that vacation homes increased by almost 30% in 2013, their sales accounted for 13% of all real estate transactions. Meanwhile, investment home sales plummeted by […]
