Real Estate in the News

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Real estate news stories that we’ve been following this week.

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Bank of Canada keeps benchmark rate at 0.5%
Economists had been expecting the bank to keep its trend-setting target for the overnight rate where it is now. A few believe, however, that another cut might be possible later in the year unless the economic picture improves.

Three words to sum up Canada’s economy: ‘Best. ...

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How to Talk About Yourself as Your Build Your Personal Branding

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Show It, Don’t Shout It

Building your personal brand is, to a degree, about your accomplishments. But it’s important that you are effective in illustrating the “why” you received such recognition and not merely the fact that you did.

Creating a story about how you received the recognition for your accomplishment is much more effective, and presents much better, than simply shouting out that you won this or that.

Awards are great, don’t get me wrong, and the recognition for a job well ...

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Using Your Online Channels to Increase Your Lead Quality

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If your website isn’t working to bring you quality leads then there are a few changes you need to make.

 

Step One: Review Your Website

The first thing you need to do is have a non-real estate person take a look at your website. They should tell you if:

  • It’s easy to navigate
  • The contact form is easy to find and easy to use
  • The website content is fresh and up-to-date
  • The message of your personal brand is clear but not self-serving or too loud

It’s easy to ...

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Real Estate in the News

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Real estate news stories that we’ve been following this week.

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Toronto’s residential land prices reach new highs: ‘More condominiums coming’
Residential land prices increase with the emphasis on higher-density condo projects coming to market.

5 reasons why the market meltdown matters to all Canadians
The recent pull-back of stock markets around the globe could signify any number of future trends. here’s a primer on ...

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How to Do a Great Listing Presentation

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Your listing presentation, whether it takes place in your office or at the client’s property, is the one opportunity you have to list the home. Follow these suggestions to make your presentation a success.

 

Build Rapport

Ask the seller about their interests, after seeing visual clues in their home, such as pets, magazines, memorabilia, etc. Some informed small talk makes the meeting a little more comfortable and a client at ease with you is more likely to list with you.

Some basic social ...

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Redefining the One-Man Real Estate Brokerage

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Revealing how the opportunity of real estate brokerage ownership has shifted to the achievable through the Realty Point® franchisor’s vision and experience.

The Usual Paths to Brokerage Ownership

Boutique
The independent “boutique brokerage” is the first option many choose to establish themselves as brokerage owners.
No restrictions on the territory of operation, freedom to craft and grow the brokerage as you see fit, coupled with no franchisee fees, a boutique brokerage can be an attractive and generally low-cost business path.

Many boutique brokerages ...

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Real Estate in the News

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Real estate news stories that we’ve been following this week.

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Economists welcome Harper promise to collect foreign real estate investment data
A better understanding of international investors and where they are buying in Canada is called “very positive” but no one is uncertain what the data will be used for, if ownership rules will be brought in place. Also read “Foreign buyers snatch ...

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Real Estate in the News

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Real estate news stories that we’ve been following this week.

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Stephen Harper pledges higher RRSP withdrawal limit for 1st time homebuyers
Increasing the upper limit to the Home Buyer’s Plan is a great idea, allowing more Canadians to purchase their first home. Also read “Harper pledges to track foreign property ownership“.

What the Current Canadian and U.S. Employment Trends Mean for Our ...

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The Transformation of Real Estate Sales Professionals

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Real estate sales is a career like no other. The real potential for income and success relies on your attitude and perseverance.

The steps you must take to move your career through the stages of novice to knowledgeable, although rather straightforward, are full of traps that can frustrate even the most hardened salesperson.

Once you become a licensed real estate salesperson you begin with networking, letting family and friends know that you’re now a real estate professional, ready to jump through ...

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Real Estate in the News

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Real estate news stories that we’ve been following this week.

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TREB: A message from the new president
Mark McLean introduces himself as the new Toronto Real Estate Board president in this open letter

Don Pittis: Canadian economy needs to get out of election mode
A downturn in the economy may change the way the current government handles the finances of the country in order ...

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