Real Estate Blog

The millennial monsoon: How preferences are shaping demand

Millennials are the largest generation in U.S. history, and their collective lifetime spending power is estimated at a whopping $10 trillion. Analysts predict the mega-generation will influence industries including real estate for years to come. A few ways millennials are impacting real estate these days: They prefer to own, not rent. Contrary to popular belief, 53 percent already own […]

CENTURY 21Ⓡ Open House: Keeping Data Safe

In a world rampant with identity theft and data breaches, it can be scary to give information to anyone. However, when buying a house, disclosing classified information is a must. Rett Harmon of CENTURY 21 Novus Realty shares the careful steps realtors can take to keep sensitive info safe and secure.   Digital Records “We […]

What Millennials Look for in a Home

Millennials have grown up in a world of technology, connectivity, and awareness that distinguishes them from the baby boomer homeowners before them. Be prepared for their differing interests, hobbies, and priorities that may shape their ideal home sweet home. We’ve provided an easy to read infographic to help you navigate a home sale and find […]

Questions for Every Room of the Open House

Open houses provide more than the opportunity to showcase your clients’ listed homes; they also allow you to exercise your knowledge as a real estate agent by fielding questions from potential home buyers. While these questions can range from the common to the rare, most of them are focused on the house or neighborhood in […]

How to Inform Potential Buyers About the Neighborhood

CENTURY 21® Agents don’t just sell houses, they sell future homes. Potential home buyers must be able to envision their future in a particular location. To do so, they must consider every aspect of the home, including the surrounding area. While you should always be prepared to answer questions about nearby schools, hospitals, parks, and […]

Neighborhood Checklist

When you buy a home, you’re getting more than just the structure of the house — you’re getting the neighborhood, too. We recommend visiting the new area multiple times at different times of the day to get a feel for it, since that may determine your family’s experience while living there. A great house might […]

Avoid These Common First-Time Home Buyer Mistakes

Buying a home for the first time can be cumbersome. You’ve never done it before, so it’s normal to feel a bit overwhelmed. Luckily, we’ve pulled together some of the common mistakes first-time home buyers make. Learn from them, and you may have a smoother home buying process. Forgetting About Costs: Your mortgage will probably […]

Tips for Writing an Enticing Listing

Your listing is your first impression. Taking the time to make sure it is compelling and enticing to potential buyers is the best way to increase the odds that your property will sell quickly. Here are tips for writing an effective real estate listing. ● Have a strong headline and opening: Besides the photo, the […]

What to Expect During the Closing Process

Congratulations, you’ve found a home that is ideal for you and your family. It has all your wants and needs, and it’s even in your price range. You’ve placed a bid and the buyer accepted it! You are finally getting ready to sign your name on the dotted line and buy your home. You’re not […]

Apps for Home Buyers and Sellers

When you are in the process of buying or selling a home, there are a lot of tasks that need to be handled. It can seem overwhelming, but with the right tools, you can stay organized and on top of everything that needs to be done. Luckily, there’s an app for that. Use these apps […]