Market Snapshot: Wisconsin still seeing deals amid pandemic

Agents in Wisconsin are seeing a slow down during the pandemic. But they also said that inventory is so low that competition for homes remains fierce. Continue reading

Agent/broker perspective: Is it ‘essential’ to keep the office open?

In this monthly column, Anthony Askowitz explores a hypothetical real estate situation from both sides of the broker/agent dynamic. This month: A broker closed the office for safety. However, an agent wants it to remain open. What’s the right call? Continue reading

7 coronavirus-related client concerns and how to respond to them

During this time, buyers and sellers are likely to be fearful, worried and apprehensive. How can they possibly think about buying a home, let alone putting one on the market? Here are some common concerns clients might have — and how to ease them. Continue reading

How to improve remote leasing efforts with video

Leasing a unit sight unseen used to be rare — until a couple of weeks ago. Now, it’s the rule, not the exception. To keep business going, here’s what agents have learned. Continue reading

Dear Marketing Mastermind: Are there rules for what to say to clients?

What can you say and do right now to meet the demands of the present and future in your real estate business? Find out what the Marketing Mastermind recommends during this unprecedented time. Continue reading

Making sense of the headlines: What will happen with interest rates?

Looking for a little clarity on this week’s news? Windermere Chief Economist Matthew Gardner talks through the 30-year mortgage and how rates will move the rest of this year. Continue reading

Amid pandemic, auctions surge among luxury owners eager to sell

As coronavirus has canceled open houses and caused most real estate work to be put on hold, auctions houses are seeing an increase in interest from luxury sellers. Continue reading

How to give tenants a break while also protecting yourself

The coronavirus pandemic has kneecapped many tenants’ ability to pay rent. Landlords may want to offer some leeway, but they have to be smart about it. Continue reading