Posts Tagged ‘Real estate agents’
Can Real Estate Agents Do Appraisals?
Can Real Estate Agents Handle Appraisals? This is a question we get a lot: Can real estate agents actually do appraisals? Well, the short answer is that we can give you solid estimates on property values, but formal appraisals? That's a wh...
Agents Who Think They Run the Show: A Reality Check for Real Estate Pros
Listen up, agents. You make one phone call, introduce a client to a real estate attorney, and suddenly you believe you’ve earned the right to dictate legal strategy. News flash: that’s not how this works. At Jones Hollow Realty Group, we ...
Dealing with Nightmare Agents
A Buyer's Agent's Survival Guide We all know the drill. You spot a gem listing, craft a killer offer, and then... nothing. The listing agent ghosts harder than a bad Tinder date. No return calls. No feedback on your offer. Just silence tha...
Are Real Estate Agents Fiduciaries?
Have you ever asked yourself, "Are real estate agents fiduciaries?" Many Long Islanders in Brentwood, East Islip, and beyond pose this question when they dive into buying or selling a home. The answer matters a lot here on the Island, where t...
Are Real Estate Agents Classified as 1099 Independent Contractors?
Real estate agents hustle hard in the bustling markets of Long Island. From the sandy shores of the Hamptons to the cozy suburbs of Nassau and Suffolk counties, agents connect buyers with dream homes amid ocean breezes and autumn foliage. But...
Will AI Replace Real Estate Agents?
Will AI Replace Real Estate Agents? You hear it everywhere: “Will AI Replace Real Estate Agents?” The question dominates industry conversations as technology advances rapidly. Yet, the clear answer remains no. Real estate agents deliver ...
Are Real Estate Agents Necessary?
No, real estate agents aren't strictly necessary for every Long Island transaction. You can technically sell or buy a home without one—some folks do it successfully, especially in straightforward deals like family transfers. But in our comp...
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...