How to Make a Name for Yourself in Real Estate
Real Estate, an industry overpopulated with agents, brokers, and specialists. As of the last few years, there are now more than a million qualified real estate employees and that number will only continue to rise. So you may be asking yourself, with so much competition that may already be established, how do I stand out? […]
5 Tips for Marketing a Fixer Upper
Price Appropriately: When marketing a fixer upper, the most important thing to keep in mind is pricing appropriately. With so many resources out there for home buyers, many are able to help them make more realistic offers, meaning pricing a home too high is not in your best interest. Considering that so many home buyers […]
10 Important Safety Tips for Realtors When Showing Houses
Tip #1: Avoid Night Showings Show properties before the sun goes down if possible. If you are going to be working after scheduled hours, make sure to share your schedule and location with a co-worker or supervisor. If you are only able to show a property after sundown, turning on all lights before the client […]
How to Succeed with Virtual Showings During a Pandemic
Defining a Virtual Showing: The first step in finding success with a virtual showing is to understand what a virtual showing is. A virtual showing is a real-time, interactive appointment involving an agent and a potential buyer. The biggest difference between an in-person tour and a virtual showing is that buyers do not get to […]
9 Ways To Use A Real Estate Commission Advance
Website/Online Presence: Using a portion of your future commissions to redesign your website is extremely beneficial. Many websites that were built years ago are in need of updating or optimization for mobile users. More and more consumers are using mobile devices when searching for homes or real estate agents which means having a mobile friendly […]
How has COVID-19 impacted the real estate industry?
Everyone knows that buying or selling a home is an extremely difficult task. Even with perfect market conditions completing a real estate transaction can seem arduous, and during the COVID-19 pandemic we are currently facing, it is nearly impossible. A new study by OJO Labs shows just how large of an impact COVID-19 has had […]
How Can a Commission Advance Help During Covid-19
The COVID-19 crisis has fundamentally changed the way we do business for the foreseeable future. Even when this crisis is over, the way we are adapting to new methods of conducting real estate transactions is likely to remain. For some businesses these solutions are new, such as online video conferencing or working from home. However, […]
Should I Apply for a Commission Advance
Why wait until closing to get paid your commission? We purchase your commissions at a reasonable discount allowing you to convert your future receivables to cash today. Concord solves cash flow gaps by giving you access to your commissions on your schedule. With our Low Price Guarantee, and the tax deductibility of your […]
What is a Commission Advance
A commission advance is a financial transaction where a real estate agent sells a portion of its pending commission at a discount, in exchange for immediate cash, without having to wait until closing. It is not a loan, but a service that allows agents to monetize a transaction without waiting until closing.
How Does Concord Commission Advance Work
After creating an account and selecting a password, you’ll be able to log in and apply for a commission advance. After supplying us with basic information about yourself and your desired advance, you’ll securely transmit required documents to our underwriting department. Upon receipt, we’ll send you documents for e-signature, and then we’ll advance the funds […]