The U.S. is still short millions of homes — and builders can’t close the gap

Efforts to loosen building regulations have gained steam, but housing supply is still falling short thanks in part to challenges related to financing. Continue reading

Help shape real estate: Become the best agent in your market

Want to become a real estate leader? Team leader Faith Reid writes that it starts with developing true expertise and surrounding yourself with those who elevate your performance. Continue reading

New Senate bill would force large investors to sell after 7 years

Lawmakers have asserted that by curbing how long large investors may own build-to-rent homes, it will help eliminate competition for everyday homebuyers and lead to lower prices. Not everyone agrees. Continue reading

Beyond pre-approval: How to bulletproof your buyer in a competitive market

Lending expert Sofia Nadjibi offers insight for creating stronger buyer offers and greater negotiating leverage. Continue reading

Closing is the lifetime launchpad for client follow-up: Step 8

When your buyer-focused transaction management system runs on habit instead of willpower, you don’t skip the steps that matter most, Cassie Walker Johnson writes as she wraps up her eight-step plan. Continue reading

How the escrow process offers a chance to show your value: Step 7

Just like in school, group projects can be stressful. In Part 7 of her eight-part series, Cassie Walker Johnson helps you pull the moving parts of the escrow process together. Continue reading

Guiding homebuyers through the offer’s fine print: Step 5

In Part 5 of her eight-part series, Cassie Walker Johnson helps you help clients navigate the complexity and detail of the buyer offer. Continue reading

How to help buyers prep their home financing homework: Step 3

In Part 3 of her eight-part series, Cassie Walker Johnson shares strategies to help your homebuyers prepare for mortgage pre-approval. Continue reading

Back to school, back to basics: An 8-step buyer plan for every agent

Windermere agent Cassie Walker Johnson launches an eight-step series that will streamline the way you work with hopeful homebuyers. Continue reading

Your real estate listing isn’t selling? Consider these 5 factors

If your listing has been sitting on the market for too long, trainer Bernice Ross shares five elements of a successful strategy to get it sold. Continue reading