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If you’re reading this, you probably have a sneaking suspicion that you’re not getting all that you could be from your CRM software, and you’re probably right.
To best appeal to international clients, you need to have some understanding of the culture and conditions in the target country. Creating content that is accessible to international prospects may involve setting up a website in the native language, or at least providing a translation feature.
The commercial real estate industry’s foundation is personal connection, and a big part of the day is occupied in reaching out to clients, colleagues, and competitors. The right contacts make a critical difference in our ability to identify opportunities and get the job done.
In the CRE industry, conducting business on the fly is becoming the norm. Clients, colleagues, and competitors all expect more responsiveness and flexibility than ever before. Making use of mobile technology is a must, and there is no shortage of options.
Some of the U.S. restrictions on foreign investment in real estate were considerably eased at the end of 2015. This is likely to boost the already high volume of international CRE transactions in the coming years.
Whether your property is a vacation home or a multi-family investment property, it’s likely that you will not be managing the day-to-day details yourself. Finding the right property manager can have a big impact on how your property retains its value, as well as how many headaches it may cause you.
If you’re considering moving into a new brokerage, the first step is to find out what you can about the company’s goals and performance. This will allow you to eliminate firms that may be great at what they do, but don’t do the things you’re interested in.
The economic recovery continues apace, and growth in some sectors has been very strong this year. Influenced by a wide range of factors, including everything from oil prices to interest rates to tech developments, economic growth and job creation help attract new businesses to metro areas.