There’s an absurd amount of propaganda about the housing market in the news these days. And it’s not just our clients who are absorbing it. Realtors are coming to me in a panic over clickbait-style headlines from respected journalists. I was watching a video the other day in which a journalist stated we could see […]
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In a Hurry to Find Your Dream Home? Then You Need Off-Market Properties
In Los Angeles, we’re still enjoying a housing market where homes can feasibly spend less than a week on the market. But the market is tumultuous at the best of times. We recognize there’s an urgency to finding your dream home. Maybe you’re searching for your very first property. Maybe you’re ready for an upgrade. […]
Are You Sure You’re Adhering to Fair Housing Laws?
In our industry, and America in general, fair housing is an unalienable right. That’s why it’s every agent’s responsibility to uphold these values with unimpeachable ethics. This isn’t just a social belief. It’s the law. At JohnHart, we strictly adhere to the Fair Housing and Discrimination Law. Even if this law weren’t in place, we’d […]
JohnHart Agent Liaisons Are Redefining Support
Recently, our CEO and founder Harout Keuroghlian gave us an in-depth look at what separates JohnHart from our peers. His blog explored highlights including an expert support staff, investment in agent growth, and an innovative approach to time management. One role within the JohnHart brokerage that feeds into each of these resources is that of […]
The Top 25 Agents of Q2 2022
We haven’t experienced a quarter like Q2 in a while. It was sort of the “mechanical bull” of quarters. Our agents held on through lots of bucking, diving, and even a few moments where it felt like they could hit the mat. But at least there was a mat! Next time, the bull won’t be […]
When Should You Use an Assignment of Contract?
Real estate is full of all sorts of interesting twists and turns. For many agents, this diversity is all part of the thrill. But no matter how you feel about it, change is the norm and no two transactions are the same. For example, sometimes, in the midst of a transaction, a buyer may need […]
Over 20 JohnHart Agents Make Real Trends’ 2022 America’s Best Real Estate Agents List
The Real Trends’ 2022 America’s Best rankings list was published earlier this week and it should come as no surprise that 22 of JohnHart’s best and brightest real estate agents were included. For those unfamiliar with the publication, Real Trends’ America’s Best rankings list compiles the country’s top performing real estate professionals. If an agent […]
11 Pro Tips for Creating Your Viral-Worthy Real Estate Video
Creating a real estate video with impact is one of the most powerful tools in modern realty marketing at your disposal. Agents at JohnHart have the resource of simply reaching out to the marketing team for a trained videographer (such as myself) to help them throughout the process. But what if you’re trying to do […]
As 22-Year Mortgage Low Reports Put Home Affordability Under Scrutiny, Don’t Hit the Panic Button
Applications for mortgages to purchase homes plummeted 6.5% last week bringing us to 21% below the rates during the same period in 2021. We haven’t seen demand as low as it is now since 2000. That’s a 22-year low! What does this mean for you? Fair warning: at least 95% of this blog is going […]
How Real Estate Fixture Planning Saves You an 11th Hour Headache
Real estate transactions are usually so massive that disagreements are commonplace. We try to catch potential pain points as early on in the process as possible. But some home sales are a little more turbulent than others. Real estate fixture disputes are one of the most common sources of discord in this industry. Unfamiliar with […]