Monthly Archives: January 2023

In a first, Rocket Mortgage powers mortgages for a community bank

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Nashville, Tennessee-based Fourth Capital Bank is the first to integrate Rocket’s digital mortgage application using a new platform developed by Q2 Software. Continue reading →

Minimum wage workers need at least 4 jobs to pay rent in some cities

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Even the most expensive cities — which typically have higher minimum wages — are more affordable than those with $7.25 an hour minimums, according to data released Tuesday by Zillow. Continue reading →

5 secrets behind my best sales year yet, despite the market slowdown

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Top-producing agent Mary Bonham believes that no matter what the market renders, there are key actions we can take as Realtors that’ll improve our business. Continue reading →

US home prices slip for fifth month as market bottom comes into view

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The Case-Schiller index posted a 7.7 percent annual gain in home prices — down from a 9.2 percent gain in October — while the FHFA index showed a 0.1 percent decline in prices between October and November. Continue reading →

Redfin builds on app feature with ‘Favorites Lists’ for buyers, renters

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Redfin’s new website and app feature will allow homebuyers and renters to save their favorite properties in customized lists and share them with their home search partner to stay organized. Continue reading →

Fashion victims? When broker and agent style choices clash

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The standard for appropriate business attire is always a moving target, especially in real estate. How should residential real estate brokers navigate this ever-shifting playing field, one full of landmines in every direction? Continue reading →

4 ways to reset your outlook on business at the beginning of 2023

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Your mind is powerful, and these approaches will help you maximize your mindset and take a leap into new next-level territory. Trust yourself, your strengths and your intuitions and you’ll have a year to be proud of.  Continue reading →

How to extend the life of a real estate conference

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If you are wondering how to keep the magic alive after a great conference experience, you are not alone. Coach Jeff Glover says that if you make a plan of action of immediate steps to take after the conference you won’t lose that upbeat feeling as soon… Continue reading →

Master the art of cold calling with these 8 can’t-miss strategies

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Cold calling can be an intimidating prospect for many real estate agents, but it doesn’t have to be, writes renowned trainer Darryl Davis. Real estate agents can turn cold calls into warm leads with practice and preparation, and as it becomes second na… Continue reading →