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Agnes Gaddis - Freelance writer, Content Strategist, SEO Expert

There is a big gap in the market for writers who truly understand real estate investing and real estate content strategy. This is why we see a lot of fluffy content in real estate. I'm here to change all that. I'm Agnes, a real estate writer for over 10 years. I deliver expert, lead-generating content that builds authority and sets you miles ahead of the competition.

GetResponse •

How to Create Real Estate Newsletters That Sell - 11 Tips & Examples

Whether you’re a new real estate agent or an established realtor with billions of dollars in closed sales, you have something to say. You have news to share. And email might be the best medium you have to share it. That’s considering these stats:

Moreover, sending a monthly real estate newsletter helps you keep top of mind with past and potential clients. Realestatebees.com’s survey of Realtors shows that during the pandemic more people were opening their emails at a higher rate than ever bef...
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Real Estate Leads: 24 Proven Strategies to Grow Your Client Base

Ultra-competitive, regionally-varied, tech-driven — real estate agents might think we’re talking about the current housing market but, in reality, we’re describing the state of the real estate lead generation process.


In today’s market, connecting with qualified real estate leads can be just as elusive as finding your client’s dream home. Fortunately, with the right real estate lead generation strategies, it doesn’t have to be.


From digital marketing campaigns and online workshops to physi...
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Real Estate Email Marketing: Definitive Guide

If you are a real estate agent, it would be silly not to take advantage of one of the most powerful marketing channels out there: email marketing.

Email is a foolproof way to reach out and touch your audience with information that they want, need, or care about.

In this blog post, we’ll cover how to create a successful email marketing campaign from scratch. Some of these real estate email marketing techniques are currently used by the top 5% of realtors for amazing results.
RealWealth •

25+ Housing Market Predictions for the Next 5 Years [2024-2028]

Over the next five years, the housing market is likely to see some big changes. And real estate investors need to pay close attention. In this article, we’ll give you a synthesized and actionable rundown of 25+ housing market predictions for next 5 years (2025-2029). But before we delve in, here are the top three trends that are expected to shape the U.S. housing market over the next five years.

These housing market predictions for next 5 years are not just random guesses. They are based on c...
RealWealth •

25 Best Places to Buy Rental Property in 2025

Where are the best places to buy rental property this year? As a seasoned real estate investor who has been buying single-family and multi-family real estate for decades in the United States and abroad, this is a question I get asked a lot. To help you narrow down the best market for your real estate investment goals, we’ve rounded up the top choices for 2025 and into 2026. 

Before we dive into our best places to buy rental property for 2025, here are some tips for analyzing potential real es...
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The 20+ Best Real Estate Marketing Tools to Try in 2025

In the past couple of years, real estate processes have seen a number of changes – from hybrid showings to e-closings. Most of these revolutionary PropTech changes aren’t just passing trends but are here to stay, transforming the way we’ll buy, sell, and simply conduct real estate transactions in 2025 and beyond.

In the ever-evolving world of real estate, staying ahead of the competition means adopting the latest marketing tools and technologies. In this article, we will explore 20+ of the be...
HouseCashin •

2025 Home Ownership Statistics: State-by-State Breakdown

Here is a breakdown of home ownership rates in the U.S. by age, relationship status/gender, and race.
 
As of mid-2024, about 65.6% of Americans owned their home, but there is a clear age divide when you look at the U.S. home ownership rate by age group.
For young adults (under 35), it’s getting tougher. The rate of home ownership in this group has dropped to 38.6% from a healthy 45% back in the ’90s.
Those aged 35-44 have a home ownership rate of 62.6%, and for 45-54 year-olds, it jumps to 70.5...
HouseCashin •

2025 For Sale By Owner (FSBO) Statistics By State

In 2024, FSBO sales made up just 6% of the total share of home sales, according to the latest FSBO stats from the NAR.

This was an all-time low. Experts attribute this drop to changing market conditions, the paperwork requirements of today’s real estate transactions, or just a growing preference for agent-assisted sales.

If we look at the historical FSBO data, we see a slow decline in the percentage of FSBO home sales from 2008 to 2018.
GetResponse •

10 Best Real Estate CRMs – In-depth Review (2025)

In this article, we’ll compare 10 popular real estate CRM software tools so you can choose the one that perfectly suits your real estate business needs. We’ll look at the features, pricing, pros and cons of each platform based on real user reviews.

What does a real estate CRM do? It helps you manage all the facets of a customer’s buying journey. When your brokerage or team is on the hunt for a real estate CRM software, it’s critical to consider your specific business needs. Which CRM features...
Real Estate Bees •

20 Best Free & Paid Real Estate Marketing Software Tools, Platforms & Apps

REB Lead Marketplace is a unique resource that helps real estate professionals find high-quality leads in their area and sell their own leads to others.

Here, real estate agents, investors, lenders, property managers, and other professionals can easily purchase geo-targeted leads specific to their business type.

The platform’s smart matching engine connects you with potential deals in real time, demonstrating its strength as one of the best real estate property marketing software tools.
Timify •

Host Virtual Open Houses on Social Media | TIMIFY

Your target market is already on social media. So understanding how to host a virtual open house on social media that is both informative and engaging, is one of the keys to success in today’s fast-changing real estate market. Here’s how to do it. When trying to host a social media live virtual open house, you should consider your target audience. You need to pick platforms that are familiar to them. Popular options like Facebook Live or Zoom can easily reach a broader audience. You should also...
Bankrate •

Average Mortgage Debt In 2024 | Bankrate

Collectively, Americans carry trillions in household debt, with mortgages the biggest burden by far. With home values higher than ever and the U.S. population continuing to grow, the raw total of outstanding mortgages is at record levels.

Still, a mortgage is generally considered “good” debt, and it’s the cheapest way to borrow for many Americans. For those who locked in super-low rates during the pandemic, there’s no real urgency to pay it off, either.
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How To Use Real Estate Hashtags The Right Way In 2024

Learn the top real estate hashtags trending in 2025 that can help agents boost engagement and reach more clients this year.Hashtags are one of the most commonly known forms of what’s now mainstream internet speak. 
Hashtags have grown from a way to tag tweets to an optimization tool for social media posts. While real estate agents do use hashtags in their social media marketing efforts, they don’t always know how to get the most out of them.
Let’s answer a few common real estate hashtags questi...
RealWealth •

Top 20 Most and Least Landlord Friendly States of 2025

Each state has specific rules and regulations concerning rental property. Needless to say, some states favor landlords more than others. That’s why the location of your rental property is so crucial. In this article, we will discuss what makes a state landlord friendly and then look at the most and least landlord friendly states throughout the United States in 2025.

So, what are the criteria that determine whether a state is landlord friendly or not? The best landlord-friendly states have:...
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Are There Any States with No Property Tax in 2025?

The average American homeowner spends around $2,869 on property taxes for their homes every year. 23 states also have a personal property tax on vehicles, adding another $440 for residents. Unfortunately, every state in the U.S. has some type of property tax.

However, there are 11 states that have very low property taxes, making them some of the best states for homeowners and landlords. 27 states have no personal property tax on vehicles. Other states have lower property taxes with higher tax...
Bankrate •

‘We buy houses’ companies in Illinois - Bankrate

Just as you have different choices for buying a home in Illinois — from a condo in downtown Chicago to a sprawling single-family home in Peoria — you have choices when it comes time to sell, too. Most people opt for a traditional sale with a local real estate agent, but those can take about two months to land a buyer, according to Redfin data.
If you need to relocate ASAP, or need the cash quick and can’t afford to wait that long, a company that advertises “we buy houses” might be a good option....
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Virtual Property Walkthrough And The Future Of Online Home Buying [2025]

Imagine you are browsing through your favorite real estate app, looking for your dream home. You come across a stunning property, and with just a few clicks, you find yourself immersed in a virtual tour that feels almost as good as being there in person.

This experience, once a rare novelty, has now become a game-changer in the real estate industry, thanks to the incredible technological advances.

But, this also has a flip side. As a realtor, while you can make property shopping more acces...
RealWealth •

When Will Interest Rates Go Down & What It Means for Investors

In the world of finance, the year 2023 feels like a roller coaster ride, with interest rates soaring to breathtaking heights reminiscent of the late 2000s before the global financial crisis. The Federal Reserve’s seemingly unrelenting tightening measures have been led by a series of federal funds rate hikes — 11 increases within 12 meetings, to be precise — propelling the target range to a staggering 5.25-5.5 percent.


Be that as it may, savvy investors know that swift currents can bring a wea...
Credit.com •

How to Make Money Writing Online | Credit.com

If you can write great copy for an ad or pen a lovely turn of phrase, you could make money from your skills. Keep reading to find out how to make money writing—one of the many ways you can boost your income online.   

Authoring articles for magazines, writing compelling marketing descriptions for products, and self-publishing fiction; these are all ways you can turn your words into positive growth in your bank account. We’ve got 10 tips for how to make money by writing online and offline belo...
RealWealth •

12 Property Management Tips for Landlords

As the housing market continues to present opportunities and challenges, it’s more important than ever for landlords and property managers to keep their properties in tip-top shape.

Effective property management can help you achieve greater income stability, reduce downtime and vacancy rates, and increase the value of your property.

Although most industry models show that the next several years could be profitable for landlords and property managers, some warning signs have emerged. Much o...
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The Psychology of Real Estate Investing

Real estate investing is no different from any other business, but often, our minds and limiting beliefs get in our way. This is where it pays to understand a bit about the psychology of real estate investing, as a slight shift in your mindset can be all you need to get your first income-generating property.

Real estate investors often fall prey to analysis paralysis. This is when too much information makes it difficult to reach a decision. It can be problematic because the longer you wait t...
Ivy Exec •

How To Turn Down A Job Offer Politely (+Rejection Letters) | Ivy Exec

You definitely need tact and skill to decline an executive job offer if you wish to avoid stepping on toes or closing the door on future opportunities.
There are some common mistakes people make when declining job offers. These mistakes lead to burned bridges and make it much harder for them to find a job the next time they are in the market for one.
In this article, we will discuss the common reasons why people turn down job offers.
We’ll show you how to turn down a job offer politely. Sample...
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