Monday News You Can Use!

Best Quote:

“Diversity is not just about color

Diversity. We allow everybody to come into the room

Equity. Equal access to all opportunities to everyone

Inclusion.  Allow everyone to have a fair voice.

Take the steps necessary to make the change.  Be brave enough to sacrifice to do what’s right”

Feds changing fair housing guidelines for the first time in over 20 years!

Buyers today are spending 55% more for the same house

Best Conversations:

“Teaser pricing is a factor. Listing at $395,000 when they know the home is worth worth $450,000 is confusing. Buyers cannot navigate teaser pricing since a $400,000 home may be worth $400,000 or $500,000. That’s why you need me as your representative.”

&

“I am not an economist but I listen to smart economists. In our area our population is growing we have secure jobs and demand is increasing. You may need peanut butter and jelly instead of avocado toast but if you can afford it long-term then buy.”

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“Tell us what you know about the market?  Then confirm or correct”

“I am so delighted to hear that. Zillow is a wonderful tool for cocktail party conversation but when you’re buying or selling you gotta go deeper than that.” 

If you want all my notes for the NAR Mid-Year Meeting (they may be rough) email me at  Mike.Stott@mac.com.

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