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The Appraiser-Broker Relationship: What Real Estate Pros Need to Know

The struggle between appraisers and other real estate professionals can sometimes seem like a never-ending conflict. However, better communication between real estate brokers and appraisers could help to minimize problems. Both parties play key roles in the homebuying process, and it’s important for each…

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Communication Tips for a Smoother Real Estate Transaction

Maintaining good communication with all parties involved in a real estate transaction makes closings smoother and faster. As a North Carolina real estate broker, you must act somewhat like a symphony conductor—coordinating the different players to achieve a successful transaction. It begins with the…

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Common Home Pricing Mistakes and How to Fix Them

As an experienced North Carolina real estate broker, you know that when selling a home, your pricing strategy can make or break your chances for a quick sale. Pricing isn’t always a simple, straightforward process. It can often waste time and money and lead…

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6 Things You Need to Know About Millennials

If you work with first-time homebuyers, chances are, you’re going to be working with Millennials. Who are millennials? They represent the biggest generation in history and the biggest group of homebuyers in America. As a real estate professional, you need to understand the Millennial generation.…

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11 Tips For Breaking Bad News to Clients

The world of buying or selling a home is not always joyful. Bad things happen—contracts fall through, inspections and appraisals come back with deal-breaking news, you need to drop the asking price, a buyer withdraws an offer. When those things happen, it will be…

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5 Ways to Boost Your Online Reputation in North Carolina Real Estate

Real estate is a career with unlimited potential, but it’s also a highly selective market. Clients are particular about their real estate brokers, which makes sense—they’re about to make a costly and potentially life-changing investment. What’s highest on a client’s list when they’re choosing…