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Zillow launches street-view home searching with Apple Maps

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Homebuyers can now get a street-view look at listings, thanks to Zillow’s newest integration with Apple Maps. Dubbed “Look Around,” the feature is available in 19 markets. Continue reading →

Redfin adds down payment assistance feature to website

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Starting Thursday, homebuyers can scout down payment assistance programs on Redfin listings, thanks to the brokerage’s new partnership with Down Payment Resource. Continue reading →

Help your buyers decide whether or not to waive the appraisal contingency

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The appraisal is a key component in many real estate contracts, and knowing the pros and cons of contingencies can impact your transaction outcome. Expert Bill Gassett shares his industry knowledge about the basics of what your clients need to know bef… Continue reading →

4 ways to help first-time homebuyers map out their way to a new home

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Many agents get overwhelmed thinking about first-time homebuyers. The transactions can be complicated and filled with unexpected twists and turns. Director of Publishing April Murphy of Keller Williams Realty has just the map you need to get your clien… Continue reading →

Buyers are leaning on contingencies to bail out of deals, Redfin CEO says

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During his latest appearance on CNBC, Redfin CEO Glenn Kelman shared how buyers and sellers are locked in a battle of the wills as the market slowly shifts in buyers’ favor. Continue reading →

WATCH: How being picky about your financing options can pay off

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At Inman Connect Las Vegas, John Paasonen of Maxwell and Robert Foos of Knock said agents and buyers have an opportunity to be selective in the current market when it comes to financing. Continue reading →

Douglas Elliman starts homebuyer personal assistant platform

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The complimentary platform will combine the services of a personal assistant with a dashboard of recommended vendors to help clients with the move-in process. Continue reading →

Forget what you know about retirees. Here’s what they’re looking for now

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Do you think working with newly retired homebuyers is challenging? Expert Luke Babich offers some insights on how to practice patience when working with this generation to find their dream home. Continue reading →

Don’t let the market define you: 3 ways to reset your attitude

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The recent market shift has some real estate professionals responding out of fear. Instead, writes coach Todd Duncan, dig down and get in touch with the fundamentals to develop a service-oriented approach that will win the day. Continue reading →