Get ahead of scary market trends: “zombie properties,” haunted houses, and creepy listings

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National Association of Realtors

October 29, 2021
 

What First-Time, Repeat Buyers Fear Most

A new report sheds light on the topics where you may need to calm some fears.


Agents in Costumes Help Listings Go Viral Online

Real estate pros aren’t shy about using this marketing gimmick to garner attention and land a sale.


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Survey: 83% Have Had Paranormal Experiences at Home

Older people are more likely to report ghostly activity on their property, a new survey finds. Know the red flags of a haunting.


Many Consumers Will Take a Haunted House—at a Discount

Thirty percent of buyers say they’d be willing to live with a “friendly” ghost, according to realtor.com®’s annual Halloween survey.


Should Buyers Be Scared That Mortgage Rates Are Rising?

The interest rate for the 30-year fixed-rate loan increased to a 3.14% average this week, Freddie Mac reports.


‘Zombie Properties’ May Soon Stalk the Market Again

Housing analysts expect an uptick in abandoned and foreclosed homes now that the pandemic-era federal moratoriums have ended.


From Our Blogs

 
10 Horrifying Design Trends: 2021 Edition

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10 Horrifying Design Trends: 2021 Edition

The most regrettable fads home stagers hope will fade away.


How to Keep Personal Data Safe on Vacation

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How to Keep Personal Data Safe on Vacation

Winter tends to be a slower season in the real estate industry—a perfect time to take a trip. Before you leave, take some steps to prevent your personal information from being stolen.


Gift Ideas With a Real Estate Spin

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Gift Ideas With a Real Estate Spin

Check out these books that celebrate home and communities as you do your holiday shopping.


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Tell Us Your Funniest Client Experience

Tell Us Your Funniest Client Experience

Have a hilarious memory from your time working in the field? We want to hear about a moment when humor helped you and your client get past an obstacle in the real estate transaction. Share your story, and you may appear in REALTOR® Magazine!


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