Posts Tagged ‘real estate agent’
Houses Don’t Cry—Your Clients Do
Want to crush it as a real estate agent? Skip the flashy CRM tools and endless open houses for a second. The real game-changer is this: become an unlicensed therapist. Clients don't just buy or sell houses—they navigate massive life shifts....Bayport – What Sellers Should Know About Today’s Market
Hello, Bayport homeowners! If you're contemplating selling your home, understanding the current market trends is crucial. Knowing what's happening can guide your pricing, staging, and overall selling strategy. Let’s dive into the latest d...
Beware the Gap
For new buyers and agents who’ve only known the post-COVID extreme seller’s market, this is your wake-up call. The real estate frenzy, driven by historically low inventory, has pushed buyers to waive appraisal contingencies and cover appr...
Mortgage Rates Drop for Sixth Week: A Step in the Right Direction for Homebuyers
Good news for homebuyers on Long Island: mortgage rates are trending down. For the sixth consecutive week, rates have declined, with the average 30-year fixed-rate mortgage falling to 6.76% as of February 27, 2025, down from 6.85% the prior wee...
The Jones Hollow Realty Group Holiday Survival Guide
Ah, the holidays! That magical time of year when your calendar fills up, your wallet empties out, and your patience is tested like never before. Between endless crowds, overplayed holiday music, and a million social obli...
Ready for Your Homeowners Insurance to Go Up 100%? Here’s Why It’s Happening on Long Island
If you own a home on Long Island, brace yourself: homeowners insurance premiums are skyrocketing, with many homeowners seeing increases of 100% or more. What’s behind these hikes? Insurance companies are in a state of panic, driven by hur...
The Post-NAR Settlement Survival Guide: How Some Agents Are Already Falling Behind
The Post-NAR Settlement Survival Guide: How Some Agents Are Already Falling Behind (and That Might Not Be a Bad Thing) It’s finally happening. The post-NAR settlement world is here, and the changes are start...
The Sandbox Estate: The $4.3 Million Virtual Land Sale That’s Blurring Reality
Imagine paying $4.3 million for a piece of land. Now, imagine that this land isn’t nestled in a swanky neighborhood or perched on a scenic hilltop. Instead, it exists only in a virtual world—a world that you can’t touch, walk through,...