Premiere Plus Realty President Jillian Young Named to 2024 Class of 40 Under 40
Above, Jillian Young United Real Estate has announced that Jillian Young, president of its Naples, Florida affiliate, Premiere Plus Realty, has been named to Gulfshore Business Magazine’s 2024 Class of 40 Under 40. The honor is awarded to standout professionals in Southwest Florida who exhibit remarkable leadership, significant career achievements and a strong dedication to…
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Harvard Study Investigates Renters’ Cost Burdens and Prescribes Solutions
Many Americans are renters—and while it’s still considered a more affordable option than buying a home, renting comes with its own cost burdens. These burdens are not limited to the lowest-income renters either. Harvard University’s Joint Center for Housing Studies recently published a paper tackling this very issue, titled “Subsidizing the Middle: Policies, Tradeoffs, and…
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Mortgage Rates Drop to their Lowest Level in 19 Months
Good news for those hoping for more decreases in mortgage rates this week, however the same challenges persist regarding affordability and inventory, preventing a meaningful break in the hindered housing market. The 30-year fixed rate mortgage averaged 6.20% this week, down from 6.35% last week, according to the latest Primary Mortgage Market Survey® (PMMS®) released…
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Preparing for the Future: The Fundamentals
It’s never too early to plan for the future, especially when working in the fast-paced real estate industry. As we approach the end of the third quarter, now’s the time to map out the specific areas you want to focus on so that you’re set up for continued success. To get some perspective, we asked…
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4 Skills You Must Excel at to Succeed as an Agent Going Forward
Everyone has strengths and weaknesses. The job of a real estate agent encompasses a great many skills, and you are unlikely to perfect every one of them. But, like with all professions, some skills are more important than others. And when you must showcase them over and over again in order to succeed with current…
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Inventory Increases in the Mid-Atlantic, Bright MLS Reports
Declining mortgage rates and more inventory are making the market slightly less challenging for homebuyers in the Mid-Atlantic, according to a recent report from Bright MLS. Bright MLS’s Housing Report for August found that an increase in inventory is providing more options for home buyers. Data shows a total of 37,340 active listings on the…
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Buyer Agent Playbook: 3 Reasons Clients Must Buy Now Instead of Waiting
As Tom Petty sang, “The waiting is the hardest part.” Was he referring to homebuyer hopefuls? Not sure, but either way, it’s almost go-time for those who’ve waited patiently for mortgage rates to finally begin a downward trajectory after years of staying in the high sixes, sevens and even briefly the eights. Inflation has cooled,…
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Staying Ahead as a New Leader
Jason Carrier recently took over as president of CENTURY 21 New Millennium, an Alexandria, Virginia-based firm that provides service to customers in Virginia, Maryland, Washington, D.C., West Virginia and Pennsylvania. Carrier began in the real estate industry 22 years ago following in the footsteps of both his parents. He felt it was in his blood…
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Demonstrate Your Value to Buyers, Amidst Industry Change
On Aug. 17, 2024, a landmark settlement with the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR) changed how commissions are handled. This gives buyers more control in negotiating their fees and the potential of paying their agent’s compensation directly. As commissions shift and the market adapts, the need to demonstrate your value has never been greater. Creating…
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Think AI Will Replace You? Think Again—Here’s How It Will Help
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is no longer a concept of the future; it’s a tool that’s transforming industries right now, and real estate is no exception. Many agents may feel apprehensive about AI, fearing that it will replace the human touch that is so critical to success in our field. But here’s the good news, AI…
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