Grant Clayton

Bing Removes MLS Listings After Backlash

Bing Removes MLS Listings After Backlash

Last week, industry leaders raised the alarm after finding unlicensed data in a section similar to a portal on Microsoft’s search engine. After industry leaders raised their concerns on social media this week, the dispute over Bing’s home listings appears to be settling down. Microsoft’s Bing.com/homes looks very much like a portal. It displays homes

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Will Mortgage Rates Go Down in 2024?

Will Mortgage Rates Go Down in 2024?

As the U.S. economy slows down, inflation falls and the Federal Reserve lowers interest rates, mortgage rates will likely decline in the second half of this year. Interest rates will remain high until the Fed can see evidence of a slowing in economic growth. By the end 2024, the 30-year fixed rate mortgage is likely

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7 Benefits of Virtual Staging

7 Benefits of Virtual Staging

According to the National Association of Realtors, 90% of homebuyers search online when they are looking for a home. How do you, as a real-estate agent, ensure that your listing is visible online? Virtual staging is one of the solutions. The staging of a house allows buyers to see its potential and encourages them to

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How To Get Real Estate Clients

How To Get Real Estate Clients

Do you want to find real estate clients? You can learn to generate real estate leads quickly with the right strategies. You can attract new clients by networking with professionals in your field, obtaining referrals from previous clients, becoming involved in the community and creating an online presence. Here are some tips that will help

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The Standard 6% Real Estate Commission is Over

The Standard 6% Real Estate Commission is Over

The 6% standard commission on home purchases is gone. The National Association of Realtors has announced a settlement agreement with home sellers that will reduce costs for buying and selling homes. They have agreed to pay $418 million to settle landmark antitrust suits and eliminate rules regarding commissions. The NAR, representing more than one million

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