The Unwanted Guest: Squatters Pose Costly Delays for REO Agents
Illegal tenants pose a long list of challenges to REO agents, but there are steps agents can take to prevent squatters and mitigate their impact. When FORCE member Frank Mazzuca, a real estate broker with Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Mason- McDuffie in Walnut Creek, California, went to visit one of his vacant properties, [...]Weathering the Winter
Act Now to Protect Vacant Properties from Damage This Winter. During the fall and winter months, agents have the potential to lose hundreds, if not thousands of dollars if they do not prepare for the changes in weather that the season brings. When a house is vacated, agents must do what is necessary to prevent [...]A CHANCE OF THUNDERSTORMS — Experienced FORCE Agents Offer Their Best Advice for Protecting Properties from the Threats of Summer.
Summer is approaching, along with its unique set of challenges for agents and brokers. The season’s heat and humidity can have devastating effects on unoccupied homes without proper preparation and maintenance. Landscaping can begin to wilt under the hot sun without enough rain, diminishing curb appeal . While afternoon showers do bring relief to the [...]Social Media Faux Pas
Social media is an integral part of today’s business world. While social media may be a free forum, it is not a free-for-all. A few guidelines will help agents and brokers avoid social media missteps that could harm their reputation.