If you’ve spent any time on social media lately, you’ve probably seen it — real estate agents filming elaborate home tours, jumping into TikTok trends, or turning every listing into a mini movie. The question is: Does it actually sell homes? As someone who’s been in this business for over two decades here in Central …
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If you’ve been following the latest tech trends, you’ve probably noticed how automation and AI systems are popping up everywhere—even in real estate. From “smart” CRMs to prewritten emails and chatbots that answer questions before you even ask them, automation seems to promise efficiency. But here’s the big question: Are these tools actually helping clients—or …
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If you’re wondering whether to sell your home during the holidays in Central Florida, here’s the good news: our market doesn’t really have an off-season. While many parts of the country slow down once the decorations go up, Central Florida keeps moving—and that means buyers keep searching. 🌴 Central Florida’s Market Never Sleeps People relocate …
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If you’ve served in the military (or if your spouse has), you have access to one of the most powerful homebuying tools out there. The chance to buy a home without having a down payment. Unfortunately, 70% of Veterans (that’s 7 out of every 10) don’t know about this benefit, according to Veterans United. And …
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By David Dorman, Broker Associate — CENTURY 21 Carioti When selling your home, understanding the difference between marketing, the market, and market value can save you time, money, and frustration.As a seasoned Central Florida real estate agent with over 25 years of experience, I’ve seen these concepts confused time and again — but mastering them …
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There’s been a lot of talk lately about how a government shutdown impacts the housing market. You might be wondering: Is it causing everything to grind to a halt? The short answer? No. The housing market doesn’t stop. It keeps moving. Homes are still being bought and sold, contracts are still being signed, and closings …
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By David Dorman, Broker-Associate | CENTURY 21 Carioti 💭 The New Normal: Acceptance Over Shock When interest rates first began climbing, buyers were understandably cautious. Fast-forward to 2025, and most have adjusted to what we now call the “new normal.” Instead of waiting for a rate drop, more buyers are focusing on finding the right …
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If you’ve seen headlines about home prices dropping, it’s easy to wonder what that means for the value of your home too. Here’s what you really need to know. Even with small price declines in some markets, data shows you’re likely still way ahead. And that’s thanks to your home equity. The Relationship Between Home …
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Here’s a Hi, I’m David Dorman with CENTURY 21 Carioti.Big news in real estate tech — Zillow has integrated with ChatGPT, and it’s already changing the way buyers search for homes. Instead of checking endless boxes for price, beds, and baths, buyers can now talk to ChatGPT and say things like: “Find me a 3-bedroom …
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When it comes to pricing your home for sale, you might think that one dollar doesn’t make much of a difference — but in the world of real estate, that single dollar can have a big impact on how many buyers actually see your property online. Here’s why: most buyers search for homes in price …
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