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Michael Shvarts Massive Ohio Property Tax Hike
24 February 2021 | 23 replies
I feel like our Columbus public schools should be ranked higher with all of the money we pay.
Mark Sauerbrunn Investing in Southern Illinois
18 June 2021 | 25 replies
Most areas in the core are of D/F rank., while the outer suburbs are C with the occasional B.
Jason Merchey Class A vs. Workforce and Affordable Housing
5 December 2020 | 8 replies
The job market isn’t that great and just in florida it ranks as the 74th best place to live. 
Krista Goodrich Volusia County Ranks #3 Most Affordable Beach Town
16 March 2022 | 13 replies
I am so happy to say that Volusia County (think Daytona Beach) ranked #3 in this year's most affordable beach towns per a recent (June 2020) Realtor.com article. 
Don Konipol What Education is Necessary for a Successful Real Estate Career?
1 November 2023 | 9 replies
of course I am biased since I started as an agent then a RE broker . then became a mortgage banker Being and agent your in the game .. you work with those in the game daily.. its a huge deal in my mind. and of course there are many different paths to take in RE  but coming up through the ranks is a great way to start.
Neil Narayan Austin crowned the world’s No 1 city to move to in Global ranking
24 November 2021 | 5 replies
Austin is the new kid on the block for people seeking to relocate.British personal finance platform money.co.uk ranks Austin the No. 1 city in the world for people hunting for a new place to live.
Chris Loh What is the responsibility of the real estate agent?
21 September 2023 | 22 replies
Differs i imagine depending on the jurisdiction however @Marcus Auerbach did a good job of outlining the key points.From a general standpoint i'd give a rough summary based on both sides.For Agents and Brokers Representing Sellers:Property Valuation: They assess the market value of the property, using comparative market analyses, to recommend a competitive listing price.Listing the Property: They manage the process of listing the property on multiple listing services (MLS) and other platforms, ensuring visibility to potential buyers.Marketing: This includes photographing the property, arranging virtual or physical tours, creating property descriptions, and advertising through various mediums such as online platforms, newspapers, and magazines.Negotiating Offers: Agents help sellers evaluate offers, provide guidance on terms, and negotiate prices and conditions.Paperwork and Transactions: They ensure all paperwork, including contracts, disclosures, and other essential documents, are completed correctly and in a timely manner.Closing Assistance: Agents guide sellers through the closing process, ensuring all requirements are met and the sale is finalized smoothly.For Agents and Brokers Representing Buyers:Understanding Buyer Needs: Agents work to understand the specific needs, preferences, and budget of buyers to help find suitable properties.Property Search: They use various tools, including MLS, to search for properties that match the buyer's criteria.Arranging Property Viewings: Agents schedule and accompany buyers on property tours, be it virtual or physical.Making Offers: Based on market analysis and the buyer's position, agents assist in making competitive offers on properties.Negotiation: Agents negotiate terms, price, and contingencies on behalf of the buyer.Paperwork and Transactions: They handle or facilitate all necessary paperwork and documentation, ensuring all elements of the purchase agreement are clear and in the buyer's best interest.Closing Assistance: They guide buyers through the closing process, from securing financing to finalizing the purchase.For Both Buyers and Sellers:Legal and Regulatory Guidance: Agents help clients understand legal and regulatory requirements related to property transactions.
Mike Mocek Current Market: Are you waiving inspections?
19 November 2020 | 19 replies
Going in blind with no inspection adds an element of risk that makes the outcome significantly less predictable. 
Erik Scannapieco Wholesaling without Real Estate License
11 July 2016 | 14 replies
The issue is, the wholesaler doesn't have a good and binding contract because all of the elements of such a contract aren't there, at least when done the guru way, bug out clauses, lack of consideration, the other party has no clue of your plan so there is no meeting of the minds, what they have is a voidable contract.Now, you are representing your voidable contract as a good and binding one for which you want compensation, now you're entering fraudulent dealing.
Nikki Nguyen Finding a good agent
2 October 2023 | 17 replies
This would rank as one of the most important attributes for me.