By the Experts at Hippo You've just returned from a trip to the beach. You ask yourself: Why should I continue to pay rental fees when I could own a vacation home and rent it out? Unless you're fairly wealthy, you'll need to make sure you can commit to buying a seasonal home before you start shopping around. Here are five indications that you're ready to take the...
Which cities are homeowners moving to in Q3? According to new ATTOM Data Solutions research, the majority of homeowners are making moves to Chicago, Orlando, Tampa, Atlanta and Washington, D.C. ATTOM Data Solutions' recently released Q2 2018 Pre-Mover Housing Index—based on a study of the highest pre-mover index in the second quarter of 2018—found that Chicago,...
By Eric Murrell Flipping an older home may be one of the best financial decisions an entrepreneur can make. Take a little bit of vision, combine it with a lot of sweat equity, and you have everything you need to turn a once-forgotten property into a modern home with massive potential for profit. Related: What Homebuyers Should Know About Smart Homes Any flipper will...
What is a comfort letter and why do you need one? The mortgage process when purchasing a home can be tricky—there's a ton of paperwork to read through and sign, so much that your hand might just cramp up from the vast amounts of signatures required. But don't worry if your mortgage lender requests that you write them a "comfort" letter—it's just a statement clarifying...
From brands iconic in the industry to legacies with a regional stake, brokerages are pivoting, announcing fresher logos and made-over missions, all with an eye to the future while keeping its roots in tradition. RISMedia’s 2018 Real Estate CEO Exchange, held in New York City this September, will address the movement toward rebranding, and the balance needed to...
By the Experts at Hippo For many people, a house is the biggest investment they'll ever make. And whether you're a first-time homeowner or you're buying your third property, you're bound to end up covering some unexpected expenses. Here are six costs homeowners tend to overlook and how to pay for them: 1. Property taxes Be prepared to pay property taxes and keep...
By Hannah Whittenly Selling a home can be very lucrative, but you need to make sure you don't make any major mistakes. Many first-time sellers hit roadblocks that end up costing them time and money. Here are a few simple tips that will help you sell your home quickly and at the right price: Focus on Minor Upgrades Unless you have endless funds to spend on major...
In the following interview, Thomas Brown, founder/owner of The Agency Texas in Austin, Texas, discusses converting leads from online with success.
Region Served: Texas
Years in Real Estate: 20
Number of Offices: 3, with one to open in Dallas in 2019
Number of Agents: 55
What is the first action your team takes when receiving an online lead?
Hockey Hall of Famer and co-owner of the Pittsburgh Penguins Mario Lemieux recently listed his Québec summer castle—yes, you read that right. The estate is listed with broker Michel Naud of Engel & Völkers for $21,999,066—the 66 reflects Lemieux's jersey number. The 50-room, 17,000-square-foot estate is the most expensive single-family home to ever be listed...
If you're a real estate pro looking to up your sales, it may be time to turn a scrutinizing eye to your relationships. This was the topic covered in our recent webinar, "Essential Relationships to Increase Sales," sponsored by Quicken Loans. The webinar, held August 1, ran down ways you can use relationships within your team, and outside parties, to boost your business...
