Key takeaways Tariffs are taxes on imported goods to make foreign products more expensive and encourage people to buy locally. The new tariffs begin at 10% on all imports, with additional rates applied to specific countries and construction materials, including steel and lumber. As construction costs rise due to tariffs, home prices could go up,…
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Homes.com vs. Zillow: Which is Best for Real Estate 2025?
When it comes to browsing listings, connecting with real estate agents, or marketing a property, Homes.com and Zillow are two of the biggest names in the game. While they might seem similar at first glance, each platform brings something different to the table, especially when it comes to tools for agents, advertising options, and user…
6 Best Home Mortgage Lenders in 2025
A great mortgage lender provides you with plenty of options, including different types of mortgage loans and products. The right lender should also give you plenty of support throughout the process, have an easy application process, strong reviews, and competitive rates. Based on these factors, we’ve selected six of the best mortgage lenders for homebuyers:…
Trulia vs Zillow in 2025: Which One Should You Use?
When you’re browsing real estate and rental listings, both Zillow and Trulia are great resources. Both platforms will give you listing images, a listing description, the ability to contact the listing agent, and some details about the property’s school zones and neighborhood. Since Zillow owns Trulia, many people assume the two platforms are exactly the…
Real Estate Accounting Guide 2025: Best Practices and Tips
Real estate accounting isn’t why you got into this business. But if you want to keep your business running (and profitable), the numbers matter. Real estate accounting is all about tracking your income, expenses, and assets so you’re not guessing when tax season hits or when it’s time to scale. Whether you’re an agent, investor,…
How to Get Expired Listings: 9 Strategies & Conversion Tips
Let’s talk about expired listings — properties that were recently on the market but couldn’t find a buyer before their listing expired. While it might be challenging to get these listings, agents armed with a strong marketing strategy and a thoughtful outreach approach can succeed. Read along as I review strategies for how to get…
The Top 9 Real Estate Lead Generation Companies for 2025
Are you getting frustrated with leads rarely turning into closed deals? As a licensed broker myself, that’s something I totally get! Fortunately, there are plenty of solutions to this problem, and one of them is working with the right lead generation company. The best lead gen companies have the capability to generate, manage, and nurture…
15 Real Estate Flyer Examples & Templates to Boost Your GCI
Real estate flyers are a must-have in every top agent’s toolkit. With a sharp design and the right message, flyers will help you promote listings, build your brand, and attract your next client. If you want a serious marketing upgrade, I’ve rounded up 15 real estate flyer examples to spark ideas and help you craft…
28 Best Real Estate Email Templates for 2025
Email marketing is one of the simplest ways to connect with potential clients and is a crucial component for growing your real estate business. However, it’s no secret that creating emails is just one of the many tasks that can eat up your time, and doing it half-heartedly will harm you more than help. That’s…
Hawai’i Quarterly Market Insights Report: Q4 2024
In this report, you’ll find a high-level snapshot of the trends shaping the market for each neighborhood across Hawai’i. The full report is available here: Hawai’i Q4 2024 Market (Micro) Insights Report. The post Hawai’i Quarterly Market Insights Report: Q4 2024 first appeared on California Real Estate Blog.