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6 Top Real Estate Website Builders 2019

By Diana Bourgeois on August 7, 2019 | Buyer's Guide, Real Estate, Real Estate Marketing | Comments (80)

A real estate website builder helps real estate agents create an online presence to showcase properties they’re selling and to promote their brand to potential buyers. We reviewed 13 real estate website builders and narrowed it to the top six based on price, features, ease of use, lead generation, and best fit for users. Top…

Best Online Contractor License Schools 2019

By Kiah Treece on August 7, 2019 | Buyer's Guide, Real Estate, Real Estate Careers | Comments (0)

Online contractor license schools help aspiring general contractors meet state-specific licensing requirements with on-demand courses. We reviewed general contractor schools available nationally and chose the top three; we also included the best schools in California, Florida, and Michigan to represent major regions. All schools were reviewed based on pricing, course format, reviews, and customer support….

10 Best States To Be a Real Estate Agent in 2019

By Kiah Treece on July 22, 2019 | Buyer's Guide, Real Estate, Real Estate Trends | Comments (0)

A real estate agent’s success depends largely on their market. To help determine the best states, we evaluated agent opportunities in all 50 states based on salary, cost of living, home values, competition, and home ownership. Unsurprisingly, the top 10 states had several characteristics in common, including high income and high average home values. How…

Open House Signs: Top Providers, Cost & Examples 2019

By Diana Bourgeois on July 18, 2019 | How To, Real Estate, Real Estate Marketing | Comments (4)

Real estate open house signs are designed to draw potential home buyers into public showings of properties that are for sale. To achieve this, they should be clearly visible, legible, and eye-catching. Pricing for these signs ranges from $3/each for yard signs to $75/each for feather signs. While open house signs are important, agents can…

6 Best Real Estate Marketing Companies for 2019

By Kiah Treece on July 8, 2019 | Buyer's Guide, Real Estate, Real Estate Marketing |

Real estate marketing companies help agents market their properties using social media, advertising, online directories, and other mainstream marketing tools. We evaluated a variety of companies to identify the six best real estate marketing companies in 2019. To do so, we compared features like pricing, social media management, pay-per-click marketing, and other services. Top 6…

Bandit Signs: Definition, Cost, Providers & Tips

By Diana Bourgeois on July 2, 2019 | How To, Real Estate, Real Estate Marketing | Comments (8)

Bandit signs are advertisements that encourage homeowners to sell their home to an investor. To attract homeowners, investors place signs with messaging like “Sell Your House for Cash” and a phone number in yards or community areas. These signs are used primarily to help investors acquire new property quickly and cheaply. How Bandit Signs Work…

What Is a Real Estate Contract? Types & Basic Elements

By Kiah Treece on July 1, 2019 | Real Estate, Real Estate Terms, Ultimate Guide | Comments (2)

A real estate contract is a legally binding document between the buyer and seller or landlord and tenant of a property that details terms of the relationship. Real estate contracts are appropriate when a property is being sold, rented, assigned, or otherwise transferred. Common contract sections include property information, purchase price, contingencies, and earnest money….

How to Become a Home Inspector in 8 Steps

By Diana Bourgeois on July 1, 2019 | How To, Real Estate, Real Estate Careers | Comments (57)

A home inspector conducts a thorough visual inspection of a home prior to purchase. With an average annual income of over $50,000, a home inspector salary can offer a solid living on a flexible schedule. To become a home inspector, find out the requirements for your state, complete your coursework, and take your exam. Table…

6 Best Real Estate Database Software 2019

By Diana Bourgeois on June 28, 2019 | Buyer's Guide, Real Estate, Real Estate Tools | Comments (0)

Real estate database software, the core of customer relationship managers (CRMs), allows users to track leads through the buying cycle, communicate with them, contact fields, and integrate marketing tools to enhance engagement. We reviewed 10 database software solutions to find the six best — including the best overall — based on price, features, and support….

6 Best Schools for California Real Estate License Renewal 2019

By Kiah Treece on June 27, 2019 | Buyer's Guide, Real Estate, Real Estate Careers | Comments (2)

California real estate license renewal courses are required every four years and agents must take 45 hours of coursework to meet state requirements. We reviewed a dozen California real estate license renewal courses online to identify the top six. To do so, we compared price, course format, selection of elective courses, and customer support. Top…

6 Best Texas Real Estate Exam Prep Providers 2019

By Diana Bourgeois on June 25, 2019 | Buyer's Guide, Real Estate, Real Estate Careers | Comments (1)

Texas real estate exam prep materials are designed to help aspiring agents pass their licensure exam; these materials include in-person classes, practice tests, and flashcards, among other study aids. We reviewed 10 real estate exam prep solutions to find the six best (including the best overall) based on price, study aids, delivery methods, and usability. Top…