After passing the real estate exam, and entering the world of transactions, it’s not uncommon for agents to find themselves overwhelmed with the intricacies of all the paperwork that goes into a sale; however far more important than the paperwork involved in a real estate transaction are the rules and regulations which govern what we […]
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Resources For Realtors: Links to City Specific Real Estate Regulations
Make sure to consult this list of known cities that have extra rules and regulations whenever engaging in a real estate transaction. The following links will guide you to the information needed to successfully close transactions in each city. Remember: An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure!!! Azuza (City of Azuza) Beverly Hills (City of […]
Pre-Approving Buyers
All too often we come across agents who haven’t taken the time to find out if the buyers they’re working with even qualify for a loan! It’s really important to know where your buyer stands with the loan before they select a house and are ready to submit an offer. At this point, if the buyer […]
Common Mistakes Homeowners Make When In Need of Help
Unfortunately, in this downtrodden economy we currently find ourselves in, it is not uncommon to fall victim to a scam while looking for honest help. To make matters worse, there are individuals out there who make a living off of preying on homeowners who do not speak English, and whom are unaware of the laws […]
Real Estate Tip: Marketing Your Listing
We all know that the most ‘ancient’ and common way to market a property is by putting up a for sale sign right on the lawn. This used to work really well because people were out and about a lot more and were seeing your sign. Now-a-days majority of the people are attached to a […]
Real Estate Tip: How to complete an AVID
The Agent Visual Inspection Disclosure (AVID) has become a must have disclosure for most firms. This is to inform the prospective buyer and agent what the agent has visually inspected/noticed about the property. The agent is not acting as an inspector or a contractor in this case. This is the easiest disclosure to complete! – […]
Real Estate Tip: Order a prelim from escrow when you execute a listing agreement
It’s best to have a prelim on hand right when you execute a listing agreement instead of waiting until you open escrow. This will help prevent any surprises when it comes time to close escrow! Possible surprises will be avoided by following this tip are: – Tax Liens – Mechanics Liens – Additonal Trusts on […]
The Essential Tools: Social Media Marketing For Realtors
Real Estate, as we have come to know it, has changed forever. It took quite some time, but finally the industry which was once based on tradition and snail-mail, is now online and moving at the speed of light. Technology has given us the ability to scan barcodes, share listings on Facebook, update all of one’s contacts simultaneously through a […]
Calling All Real Estate Professionals: Why you should join JohnHart
Ever wonder what life would be like if you, as an agent, broker, or realtor, had the support you really needed from your brokerage? Well, at the risk of sounding cheesy: Wonder no more! Have a peek at our latest JoinJohnHart.com video to find out exactly what we offer!
Real Estate Tip: 12 FREE Hours of CE’s with C.A.R.
A New Year, An Educated You!!! Go strong in 2013 and start the year with added real estate education for FREE!!! The California Association of Realtors (C.A.R.) is offering members 12 free hours of online continuing education (C.E.) courses. You have options like ethics, consumer protection, or courses that help you manage & improve your […]