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By Denise Lones, CSP, MIRM, CDEI - Real Estate Coaching & Branding
(The Lones Group, Inc.)
It's Real Estate Business Planning Season This time of year, I can hear the rustle of new business planners, the click of gel pens getting ready to jot down long to-do lists, and the mouse clicks of shoppers on Amazon finding new organization systems. Planning for a new year is exciting! Essentially, we get to wipe the slate clean and begin again - for agents who didn't have a great 2024, this is a welcome thought. But I have another perspective to consider - the real estate agent who needs to do a minimum of business planning every year. Why? Because they have their systems dialed in. While they may need to tweak their systems and processes as their business goes on, they don't have this need to reinvent the wheel every 12 months because their systems work. Why don't most agents commi...
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By April Swenson, CRS and Managing Broker - Ocean Shores Real Estate
(Coldwell Banker Ocean Shores Brokers)
OCEAN SHORES REAL ESTATEJust SoldSOLD 11/26/24: Park Place unit 1S-Week H, #OceanShores, WA.This is a 5 week/year Deeded Share Timeshare located on the Ocean near the Jetty with 2 BD, 1.75 BA, 950 sq.ft. on the ground floor with lovely Ocean and Jetty views.Sold for $2,250 cash.Congratulations to my Sellers; and also to my Buyers, who are excited to enjoy this timeshare. 🙂I praise God!
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By Denise Lones, CSP, MIRM, CDEI - Real Estate Coaching & Branding
(The Lones Group, Inc.)
Personal Self-Discipline The single most important trait a real estate agent has to master isn't great selling skills, it's not being able to show a house, and it's not being able to do a great listing presentation. Don't get me wrong, all these things are useful skills that will improve your business. The single most important trait is personal self-discipline. We get in our own way, preventing our own business from growing. We don't have systems that are working because we are missing the personal self-discipline to create them, engage with them, delegate them, and more. Personal self-discipline is something I had to learn how to master 30 years ago and what I did - as many of you that regularly listen to me already know - is I started my daily Hour of Power. I do it first thing, eve...
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By BethAnn Long, Realtor, CRS, e-PRO, CLHMS Spokane Wa Real Estate
(RE/MAX Inland Empire)
Spokane, Wa Real Estate Trends Nov. 2024With the 2024 election behind us, we are all wondering how interest rates will be affected, and the economy, markets, costs of necessities will shake out.The Spokane market is drastically different than the "pandemic years". Most people do not move-buy or sell unless there is a compelling personal or professional reason.I believe this will be a very interesting Winter, as people navigate the political and economic climate, and my own advice is that the best critreria to use when considering a move is what is best for you, your family, your quality of life-rather than trying to time the market.HAPPY THANKSGIVING 2024!BethAnn in Spokane
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By Denise Lones, CSP, MIRM, CDEI - Real Estate Coaching & Branding
(The Lones Group, Inc.)
The Election is Over - What's Next for Housing? It has been an interesting few days, weeks, months, and even years leading up to the election this week. Depending on whether you have been cheering for team red or blue, you may be celebrating, welcoming in a new era, a bit bewildered, or even accepting and looking ahead. As a real estate professional and steward of homebuilders in this country, my first inclination when anyone is running for any office that has an impact on housing is to determine what their mission is pertaining to it. Housing is currently flirting with a shortage of 5 million homes nationally and is one of our biggest issues that affects cost of living, the economy (as people have less to spend on purchases when there is so much tied up in a house payment), homelessne...
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By Toby Barnett, Toby Barnett
(KW North Sound)
Last Friday was a big day for us as it marked the start of the roof tear off and installation. Friday's was decent yet the weekend's weather was rain, rain, and more rain which created stress because only the roofing underlayment was installed. Klim Roofing & Construction, our preferred roofer, ensured us it was dried-in and would be fine and they were correct.Then Monday came and along with it, lots and lots of wind. Across the area, gusts of 60+mph were reported yet without a weather station my guess was upper 40s to low 50s at the house. Klim sent the crew out and made sure the underlayment was in good shape, again it was, and with much jubbilation the roofing material arrived later that day. With trees and power out across the area, everyone involved is making it happen.Yesterday th...
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By John Slocum, Broker, SFR - Vancouver WA Real Estate
(Premiere Property Group, LLC - Vancouver Washington)
The Fed's Interest Rate Cut Caused an Increase in Pending Sales; and a rather Large Increase this month in Prices Too! For the past couple of years it has been clear that the prolonged higher level of home loan / mortgage interest rates has caused about a 1/3rd decrease in transaction activity for resale homes in Vancouver WA. With the rates coming down in response to the Fed's Rate Cut, we see, as expected, an increase in activity as measured by a much higher level of Pending Sales for this month. We also believe that more current homeowners are stepping into the market, helping to increase the number of Active Listings. Our next graph below clearly shows the increase in Pending Sales was enough to measurably move the trend line upward quite a bit for October 2024. However, with the in...
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By April Swenson, CRS and Managing Broker - Ocean Shores Real Estate
(Coldwell Banker Ocean Shores Brokers)
OCEAN SHORES, WA NEWSLETTER:3rd-Q 2024 Real Estate Market Update for Ocean Shores and the North Beach Area, WA (click on the following link to view my newsletter with stats and good buys for real estate): https://www.oceanshoresinfo.com/re-newsletters/3q2024/real-estate-market-update#OceanShores, WAPresented by April Swenson, Real Estate Designated/Managing Broker at Coldwell Banker Ocean Shores Brokers Real Estate.
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By Toby Barnett, Toby Barnett
(KW North Sound)
Hey AR Peeps! Random thought the morning while driving to the office was, I was curious if other creators make videos that are slightly outside the realm of the real estate transaction / video tours / advice segments?The YouTube Thursdays group has folks across the US that make various types property tours, have live video real estate talk shows, and tips on how-to create better videos and increase engagement.Lately, I've been trying to add some mix of very generic shorts, b-roll footage, to bring more viewers into the channel.While the numbers aren't massive, the supplemental videos have added a few subscribers here and there which we all know is a great feeling and often hard to do.Let me know your thoughts and while you're here, watch my latest b-roll footage showing our home's inter...
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By Denise Lones, CSP, MIRM, CDEI - Real Estate Coaching & Branding
(The Lones Group, Inc.)
Consistent Action Creates Results I've worked with thousands of agents over the past three decades and every agent experiences a market or a time in their career where business isn’t coming in at the pace that would keep them comfortable. When agents don’t have enough business in their hands, it’s usually because they aren’t consistently investing effort into paths for growth. Today's message is about creating that consistency. It's about having faith that your actions will lead to result. It's about moving your business story forward whether that's through mailing campaigns, staying in touch with past clients, or by daily keeping in touch with the market so that you can take advantage of it. Let's look at examples of all three of these situations. Example 1: Geographical Farming For o...
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By John Slocum, Broker, SFR - Vancouver WA Real Estate
(Premiere Property Group, LLC - Vancouver Washington)
A Surprising Bump in Pending Sales this Month; although Average Closed Sales Units and Sales Price is EasingActive listings this month are slightly higher than a year ago, and from last month; with Closed Sales down modestly from last year. The big change is with Pending Units going up by almost 32%!  The Average Sold Price is less than $1k higher than last year, reflective of the market slowing down with respect to prices.The next chart shows the year-by-year average trend line for Pending Sales for resale homes in Vancouver WA. The bump this month in Pending Sales is strong enough to move the 3-month average trend up a visible distance above the "new normal" trend we've been experiencing the last two years.Next up we show the 3-month average trend line going back 15 years for the Clos...
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By April Swenson, CRS and Managing Broker - Ocean Shores Real Estate
(Coldwell Banker Ocean Shores Brokers)
OCEAN SHORES REAL ESTATEJust SoldSOLD 10/15/24: Pacific Avenue unit 3N-Week D, #OceanShores, WA.This is a 5 week/year Deeded Share Timeshare located on the Ocean near the Jetty with 2 BD, 2 BA, 1100 sq.ft. on the top floor with vaulted ceilings.Sold for $10,000 cash.Congratulations to my Sellers, who were very pleased with my work; and also to my Buyers, who are excited to enjoy this timeshare. :-)I praise God!
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By April Swenson, CRS and Managing Broker - Ocean Shores Real Estate
(Coldwell Banker Ocean Shores Brokers)
OCEAN SHORES REAL ESTATEJUST SOLDSOLD 10/9/24: 836 Schooner Ct, #OceanShores, WA.This cute cabin is located in one of the most desirable neighborhoods off of Gunderson Ave close to the Bayshore Clubhouse. This home sits on a large lot with 2 BD, 1.75 BA, 800 sq.ft., and 2 Sheds.Sold for $270,000 cash.Congratulations to the Seller!!! Thanks also to Mark Wood, co-listing broker with me. Also thanks to Donna J., Buyer's Broker, for working with us.I always praise God for His blessings!
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By Denise Lones, CSP, MIRM, CDEI - Real Estate Coaching & Branding
(The Lones Group, Inc.)
Are You Buying Real Estate Leads? I get it. It has been a tough couple of years for real estate agents. Transactions are down, which has impacted most real estate agents. But what I hate to see during this time is agents abandoning their lead generation strategies because they aren't getting the results they want. They are blaming the lead generation method when the real culprit is currently the real estate market. If a lead generation method has otherwise been proven - because it has worked for others, worked in that market, and should very well work again when transactions tick up, then why abandon the ship completely? It is a perfectly good ship, but it just isn't going to get you where you need to go right now. You might need to employ something smaller and more-agile for the curre...
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By April Swenson, CRS and Managing Broker - Ocean Shores Real Estate
(Coldwell Banker Ocean Shores Brokers)
OCEAN SHORES REAL ESTATEJust Sold SOLD 10/7/24: 604 Mt Olympus Ave, #OceanShores, WA.This home sits on 100ft of waterfrontage on Duck Lake with gorgeous views across to the uninhabitable islands. Very private property. 3 BD, 2 BA, 1730 sq.ft., 3-car Garage.Sold for $635,000 cash.Congratulations to my Buyers, who are so excited and I am happy for them :-). Thanks also to Addie W., Listing Broker, for working with me.I praise God for His wonderful blessings.
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By BethAnn Long, Realtor, CRS, e-PRO, CLHMS Spokane Wa Real Estate
(RE/MAX Inland Empire)
Spokane, Wa Real Estate Trends Oct. 2024 (comparing September 2023 to Sept. 2024).The Spokane market continues to change, this month we have a 2.9 month supply of homes which is up 20% year over year. This is giving buyers more choices, and sellers more competition. Sales are down 13.8% year over year , another sign that the election is causing people to pause. With rates more reasonable and home inventory up, this is actually a great time to buy. Sellers need to be on their "A" game with a beautiful home presentation and competitive pricing. The pandemic craze of few home choices and multiple offers in a distant memory, and sometimes this is discouraging for sellers who feel they missed that boat. There is always a buyer for every home, as long as it's compelling enough. Then median (m...
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By Toby Barnett, Toby Barnett
(KW North Sound)
In my latest video I wanted to talk shops! Honestly, I could talk shops all day long. What people use them for, their hobbies, how to build one, what features do you like or would do differently next, heating and cooling, electrical, how many outlets you have, lifts, and more.Yet, this video is about how I'd like to work with you and sell your home and show case its shop to attract buyers. In addition, the video talks about where you can see all the County's homes that have shops and how you can purchase one for yourself. Thanks for tuning-in to this video and Lets Talk Shop!
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By April Swenson, CRS and Managing Broker - Ocean Shores Real Estate
(Coldwell Banker Ocean Shores Brokers)
OCEAN SHORES REAL ESTATEJust SoldSOLD 9/27/24: 831 Fir Ct, #OceanShores, WA.This new home features beautiful designs, 3 BD, 2 BA, 1496 sq.ft., 2-car Garage, and a fully-fenced backyard.Sold for $489,950.Congratulations to my Buyer, who is very excited!!! :-)I praise God for His continued blessings.
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By Denise Lones, CSP, MIRM, CDEI - Real Estate Coaching & Branding
(The Lones Group, Inc.)
Northwest MLS #2281152, Listed by Aimee Mills, Windermere RE North, Inc. Luxury Home Features, On Tour Wow did I have an incredible opportunity to go on tour of one of the nicest and well-built homes that I have seen in 20 years. This home was in Redmond and I had the opportunity to both tour it and bring my real estate coaching group, Encore, along too! When I say this home was well-built, spectacularly memorable - I'm not just saying it's just a beautiful design style and landscaping. A beautiful luxury home is a home that when you arrive at the home you have a feeling. The home makes a statement. It has a personality. It speaks to you. We're going to talk quality in a moment, but first I want to talk about location. When we first arrived at the home, I couldn't help but take notice o...
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By John Slocum, Broker, SFR - Vancouver WA Real Estate
(Premiere Property Group, LLC - Vancouver Washington)
Home Sales Activity and Perhaps the Rise in Prices has Peaked for the Season in Vancouver WashingtonWe currently see Active Listings are down slightly from last year at this same month; with Pending sales up slightly; and Closed Sales down about 6 and 2/3rds percent. The Average Sold price for this month is 1.62% ($8,786) Higher than last yearThe next chart we have shows the 3-month Average for Pending Sales, by year, as far back as 2018. For those of you new to this chart, it shows the "High Years" were during the "COVID" era when the Federal Reserve dropped interest rates to historic lows, which bumped up Home Sales; and then in the first Half of 2022 the Fed slammed on the brakes and we see home sales activity dropped to a "new normal" which as well below what we saw pre "Covid."As w...
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By Denise Lones, CSP, MIRM, CDEI - Real Estate Coaching & Branding
(The Lones Group, Inc.)
Mastering the Buyer Brokerage Compensation Conversation Mastering the Buyer Brokerage Compensation Conversation with Both Sellers and Buyers Since August 17th, new rules have been in effect regarding Buyer Brokerage Compensation, I have been keeping up on new issues that are cropping up across the country: Listing agents are trying to determine creative ways to share the compensation their seller is offering that does not require them to be on the phone, explaining it again and again for buyer agents wanting to show the property. Real estate companies are pursuing potential buyers, enticing them to get out of their signed buyer brokerage agreements (yes, it is illegal, but it's happening). Buyers aren't sure what they signed and therefore are signing multiple agreements. Offers are bei...
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