Wanna Get Away? Here’s How! Follow Our Vacation Tips for Busy Industry Professionals

In our industry, it seems there is never a perfect time for a vacation. There are always relationships to nurture, loan transactions to manage, and marketing strategies to implement. But the truth is, everyone needs time away. Regularly taking vacations and fully understanding their benefits is essential. Whether you lounge by a pool sipping a fruity cocktail, do activities that are a bit more active or adventurous, or hang at home for a “staycation,” taking time off benefits the body and the mind.

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Buyers Go Back in Time—And Share What They Would Have Done Differently

There is no shortage of buyer advice from our industry’s leading publications and trade organizations. And all of it is extremely helpful. But what if we went straight to the source—the very buyers themselves? A recent thread on Reddit, titled “If you could go back in time and start your homebuying process again,” asked recent buyers to detail what they would have done differently.

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Summer Slow Season? Not For Us in the Real Estate Industry!

As you are certainly aware, the “summer slow season” does not exist in the real estate industry. In fact, according to the National Association of REALTORS®, 40% of the nation’s home sales take place between May and August. To help you make the most of the traditionally busy summer season, we compiled a list of essential marketing strategies. Check it out!

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A Day in the Life of a Successful Loan Officer

Spiral-bound daily planners, wall calendars, high-tech smartphone apps, good ol’ fashioned sticky notes—whatever your preferred format may be, keeping a daily to-do list is essential for staying organized and focused as you work towards achieving professional and personal goals. A daily loan officer to-do list is the life raft that will keep you from drowning in work-related tasks. Our sample list will help you craft a successful to-do list of your own!

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The Top Five Homebuying Demographics for 2024

Looking to better position your business for success in today’s ever-challenging housing market? One impactful strategy is to target a specific homebuying demographic. The more clearly this demographic is defined, the better you can understand how and where to reach these potential customers. Here is information on what we believe are the top five homebuying demographics for 2024. Check it out!

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