tampa real estate: Can I Buy or Sell a Home Without a Real Estate Agent?
- 04/23/21 09:42 AM
Today’s real estate market is one of the fastest-moving in recent memory. With record-low inventory in many market segments, we’re seeing multiple offers—and sometimes even bidding wars—for homes in the most sought-after neighborhoods. This has led some sellers to question the need for an agent. After all, why spend money on a listing agent when it seems that you can stick a For Sale sign in the yard then watch a line form around the block?
Some buyers may also believe they’d be better off purchasing a property without an agent. For those seeking a competitive edge, proceeding without a buyer’s agent … (1 comments)
tampa real estate: 5 Secrets Buyers and Sellers Must Know About Virtual Home Tours
- 10/16/20 11:51 AM
For years now, virtual home tours have helped real estate buyers far and wide find the perfect home. From long-distance military personnel being relocated, to investors expanding their portfolio, to homeowners looking for a vacation getaway, this technology makes finding a house that’s a bit out of driving distance much easier. And for real estate agents, virtual tours have been a useful way to help buyers with their home search and to assist sellers in creatively marketing their listings.
Because of the pandemic, virtual home showing options recently experienced a huge spike in popularity. One survey found that nearly 33% of recent … (1 comments)
tampa real estate: The State of Real Estate - Florida - August 2020
- 09/12/20 09:10 AM
This years Florida REALTOR® convention was - like a lot of things in 2020 - completely virtual. While I appreciated not driving to Orlando - I did miss the live networking with colleagues from around the state. The upside - more attendees than ever, many from outside the U.S. One of the highlights of this event is always Dr. Brad O'Connor's update and forecasts for the real estate industry. Dr. O'Connor is Florida Realtors Chief Economist and is well known for his insights. This year his online event was maxed out! Here are some of the highlights: As bad as things were … (2 comments)
According to a recent survey by The Harris Poll, 75% of respondents who have begun working remotely would like to continue doing so—and 66% would consider moving if they no longer had to commute as often. Some of the top reasons were to gain a dedicated office space (31%), a larger home (30%), and more rooms overall (29%).1
And now that virtual school has become a reality for many families, that need for additional space has … (5 comments)
Today’s real estate market is one of the fastest-moving in recent memory. With record-low inventory in many market segments, we’re seeing multiple offers—and sometimes even bidding wars—for homes in the most sought-after neighborhoods. This has led some sellers to question the need for an agent. After all, why spend money on a listing agent when it seems that you can stick a For Sale sign in the yard then watch a line form around the block?
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