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What are consumers really looking for in a real estate agent? Of course they'd like you to sell their home in a timely manner or help them buy a new house, but they can look up houses on their own on the internet. What else are they looking for?
Real Estate Agents still have the local market knowledge and expertise they are looking for. It is one of our competitive edges in this day and age. There are a lot of statistics and facts on the local real estate sites, but not always accurate. We, …
Real Estate Agents still have the local market knowledge and expertise they are looking for. It is one of our competitive edges in this day and age. There are a lot of statistics and facts on the local real estate sites, but not always accurate. We, …
Finance Options When Buying a Home
It's a great time to be looking for a new home. With that, comes all the financial decisions. Do you have cash or will you be looking for a mortgage loan?
There are many options for residential loans. Some of these options include:
Conventional
FHA
VA
USDA-RD
State Housing Programs
Jumbo
Renovation Programs
New Construction End Loans for Permanent Financing
Reverse Mortgages
Are you looking for a fixed rate or interest-only loan? There are also adjustable rates and hybrid arms.
You may be looking for a…
There are many options for residential loans. Some of these options include:
Conventional
FHA
VA
USDA-RD
State Housing Programs
Jumbo
Renovation Programs
New Construction End Loans for Permanent Financing
Reverse Mortgages
Are you looking for a fixed rate or interest-only loan? There are also adjustable rates and hybrid arms.
You may be looking for a…
5 Tips to Launch Your Real Estate Career
You've just passed your real estate exam and are ready to start your new career. Here are 5 tips to help you launch.
1. Treat it like a Job. Go to work at 9 am (or whatever your designated "working hours" are) and start your day. Offer to help with what is needed. Dress and act professionally. Act "AS IF". Sign up for uptime and be available when the phone rings. Start your marketing strategy with daily prospecting calls. Send out your postcards announcing your new profession to the neighborh…
1. Treat it like a Job. Go to work at 9 am (or whatever your designated "working hours" are) and start your day. Offer to help with what is needed. Dress and act professionally. Act "AS IF". Sign up for uptime and be available when the phone rings. Start your marketing strategy with daily prospecting calls. Send out your postcards announcing your new profession to the neighborh…
Scavenger Hunts and Agent Rising
What does a scavenger hunt has to do with Agent Rising Real Estate School? Well, if you are instructor, Kate Lanagan MacGregor, a scavenger hunt is a great way to get your students out and about and learning what it takes to be a real estate agent.
Agent Rising offers a two-day Bootcamp. It's a great strategy to jumpstart your real estate career and get two days worth of Live Hours under your belt. The days include classroom learning, real-life real estate situations, guest speakers from the r…
Agent Rising offers a two-day Bootcamp. It's a great strategy to jumpstart your real estate career and get two days worth of Live Hours under your belt. The days include classroom learning, real-life real estate situations, guest speakers from the r…
Agent Rising is Everything Real Estate
Agent Rising Real Estate School offers a great opportunity for learning in all aspects of the real estate industry.
We offer online courses as well as Live Hours to fulfill your requirements and prepare you to take and pass the real estate exam and start your real estate career.
We also offer a two-day intensive Boot Camp to jumpstart your career and fulfill most of your requirements in a short amount of time.
We also offer a Broker's course for real estate agents who have been practicing real esta…
We offer online courses as well as Live Hours to fulfill your requirements and prepare you to take and pass the real estate exam and start your real estate career.
We also offer a two-day intensive Boot Camp to jumpstart your career and fulfill most of your requirements in a short amount of time.
We also offer a Broker's course for real estate agents who have been practicing real esta…
Fall Curb Appeal
According to HGTV, here are some tips to enhance your curb appeal this fall, and get your house sold.
Spruce Up Your Lawn
While brilliant fall foliage can automatically make your home look more attractive for showings, that doesn't mean you can slack off on lawn maintenance during this season. Keep falling leaves at bay with frequent raking and patch up any brown spots in the grass.
Plant Fall Flowers
Once your lawn is looking its best, spice it up with a splash of color. As your summer plants…
What Makes a Good Real Estate Agent
Being a good real estate agent means you take on a variety of roles. You are a salesperson, a buyer's advocate, a negotiator, a business manager, a consultant, and a community expert to name a few.
What are some good traits a real estate agent should possess?
Creativity- to help market a home successfully and find solutions for problems that may turn up during the transaction.
Self-motivation- You are your own boss. You have the potential to do as much business as you'd like. It takes a lot of …
What are some good traits a real estate agent should possess?
Creativity- to help market a home successfully and find solutions for problems that may turn up during the transaction.
Self-motivation- You are your own boss. You have the potential to do as much business as you'd like. It takes a lot of …
Become a Real Estate Agent in Massachusetts
What are the steps to becoming a licensed real estate agent in Massachusetts?
First off, you must be 18 years old or older.
You are required to take a 40-hour real estate course.
Once you have completed your course and your hours, you will be able to register to take your real estate exam.
Pass the real estate exam and pay $150 for your license. You will be issued your license on the spot.
To become a broker you must also have 3 years work experience as a licensed salesperson and be bonded for $5,000…
First off, you must be 18 years old or older.
You are required to take a 40-hour real estate course.
Once you have completed your course and your hours, you will be able to register to take your real estate exam.
Pass the real estate exam and pay $150 for your license. You will be issued your license on the spot.
To become a broker you must also have 3 years work experience as a licensed salesperson and be bonded for $5,000…
Important Real Estate Terms
Are you ready to become a real estate agent? Here are some important terms you will need to know.
Buyer's agent and Listing Agent: A buyer's agent represents the buyer in a transaction and the listing agent represents the seller. They may also be called a seller's agent.
Fixed rate vs. adjustable rate mortgage: A fixed rate mortgage has a rate that doesn't change for the life of the loan, common in a 30-year fixed-rate mortgage. An adjustable rate mortgage varies over the life of the loan.
Pre-…
Buyer's agent and Listing Agent: A buyer's agent represents the buyer in a transaction and the listing agent represents the seller. They may also be called a seller's agent.
Fixed rate vs. adjustable rate mortgage: A fixed rate mortgage has a rate that doesn't change for the life of the loan, common in a 30-year fixed-rate mortgage. An adjustable rate mortgage varies over the life of the loan.
Pre-…
Why You Still Need a Real Estate Agent
With all the access to online services for buying or selling a home, many buyers and sellers may feel they don't need a real estate agent. This can be a bad idea.
Real estate agents know the market and the area. They can help you find the perfect home that meets your criteria without a long search. They can help narrow down your search and have access to other agents to help get you in to see your potential home quicker without you having to play phone tag with the agent.
If you are selling your…
Real estate agents know the market and the area. They can help you find the perfect home that meets your criteria without a long search. They can help narrow down your search and have access to other agents to help get you in to see your potential home quicker without you having to play phone tag with the agent.
If you are selling your…
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