Our goal at Credible Operations, Inc., NMLS Number 1681276, hereafter referred to as “Credible”, is to give you the tools and confidence you need to improve your finances. Although we promote the products of our partner lenders who pay us for our services, all opinions are our own. Several types of real estate professionals assist […]
Tiffany Malone has always had a passion for real estate in her life. Although the real estate consultant for the Alvarado Real Estate Group, located in the western part of Madison, grew up in poverty and was raised by a single mother who worked twice to make ends meet and was never able to own […]
Dorothee Botsoe Dorothy Botsoe, an award-winning realtor with over 30 years of industry experience, will open the Hudson Valley’s first Weichert REALTORS® Signature Properties office at 275 East Main Street in Mount Kisco in March. The new site will serve home buyers and sellers in Westchester and Putnam counties, as well as the Bronx. A […]
Have you ever had a cutting board with a face engraved on it? Welcome to the world of real estate closing gifts. A typical real estate transaction includes the goods and/or services of approximately 26 entities, including, but not limited to, Agents, Escrow Agent, Escrow Assistant, Transaction Coordinator, Lender, Underwriter, and clerk of the county […]
Have you ever had a cutting board with a face engraved on it? Welcome to the world of real estate closing gifts. A typical real estate transaction includes the goods and/or services of approximately 26 entities, including, but not limited to, Agents, Escrow Agent, Escrow Assistant, Transaction Coordinator, Lender, Underwriter, and clerk of the county […]
This might be an unpopular statement in the real estate industry, but it has to be said: It is absurdly, incomprehensibly and disgustingly too easy to become a real estate agent in 2022. Phew, okay, I said it. Hear me out…I’m not saying being a day-to-day real estate agent is easy. In fact, I would […]
Buying a home is no small feat and one of the most important financial decisions of your life. When you’re ready to buy, it’s essential to find an experienced real estate agent to guide you through the process. There’s no shortage of real estate agents vying for the job via online ads, newspaper listings, and […]
In 2021, the most popular “how to become” search on Google was for “real estate agent,” which strongly suggests that a tidal wave of new agents may soon be hitting a real estate market near you. The pandemic inspired millions to reassess the way they lived and worked, spawning the Great Resignation and, later, the […]
Starting a career as a real estate agent can be a fun and exciting experience. But many people don’t realize exactly what it takes to start a career as a real estate agent. So we’ve outlined all the steps needed to become a real estate agent below so you know the exact path you need […]
Do you receive Inman’s Agent Edge? Make sure you are subscribed here. There are two ways to become profitable in this business: increase your income and reduce your expenses. Most agents only focus on the “making more money” part of the equation. However, reducing expenses is another important profitability driver. Below are seven powerful ideas […]
Washington real estate broker John MacMillan Cameron, who was arrested earlier this month for his involvement in the Jan. 6, 2021 Capitol riot, has pleaded not guilty to federal charges related to the episode, after footage surveillance and his own Facebook account tipped off the FBI in his involvement, according to a court filing released […]
Cannon is among thousands who have turned to selling real estate in the pandemic-triggered housing boom. They say they were drawn to real estate for its vitality during a time of economic instability, for the nature of the business: be your own boss, write your own post and, as the new agent said Oscar Toldeo, […]
A home for sale in Seventh and Iron SW near downtown Albuquerque. The cyberattack that plagued Bernalillo County has introduced new challenges for the local real estate community, but industry officials say it could turn into a real mess if the situation isn’t resolved quickly. (Roberto E. Rosales/Diary) Copyright © 2022 Albuquerque Journal The cyberattack […]
SPRINGFIELD, Ore.- A former member of the Springfield Board of Realtors has resigned after suggesting a change in meeting locations due to controversy surrounding the group’s current location, Along Came Trudy, a restaurant in Springfield. Kaydee Hallert is a Eugene-based real estate broker. She told KEZI 9 News that she received an ultimatum. “Either you […]
According to the Association of Real Estate License Law Officials (www.arello.org), approximately 2 million people in the United States have active real estate licenses. According to the National Association of Realtors, approximately 1.5 million, or seventy-five percent, of these people are real estate agents. Closer to home, the New Mexico Real Estate Commission reported that […]
Gary Sandler According to the Association of Real Estate License Law Officials (www.arello.org), approximately 2 million people in the United States have active real estate licenses. According to the National Association of Realtors, approximately 1.5 million, or seventy-five percent, of these people are real estate agents. Closer to home, the New Mexico Real Estate Commission […]
Views of the publication: 352 With clients based in the United States, Canada and the United Kingdom, Benjamin Thompson Kirk has extensive experience working in the real estate industry. This article takes a look at the day-to-day duties of a real estate agent, explores the different aspects of the job – from finding new clients […]
As real estate is one of the most difficult industries that many agents and agencies conquer, sticking to traditional ways of selling a home may not be enough to strike a deal with their next owner. As the following homeowners now incorporate technological tools to sort and find hundreds of real estate listings near their […]
Reality TV fans rejoice. by netflix Sunset Sale is back for season 4 next month. Luxurious Los Angeles homes should be the backdrop for a leading drama between the women who sell them. With those big price tags come big commissions, which perhaps explains Christine Quinn’s fabulously expensive wardrobe. Think about imitating the Sunset Sale […]
The Long Island real estate industry joined business and trade groups in welcoming the inclusion of a controversial SALT cap increase in the Build Back Better legislation passed by the U.S. House of Representatives the last week. After months of negotiations, the $10,000 cap on state and local tax deductions that was imposed under the […]
Having a reliable and passionate real estate agent by your side gives you complete peace of mind in real estate transactions, whether you are buying or selling a property. Most importantly, the agent should be the right fit for you even though he might not be the best, as a good working chemistry between realtors […]
November 19, 2021 12:40 PM Daniel Bortz Posted: November 19, 2021 12:40 PM Update: November 21, 2021 5:58 AM Your real estate agent can’t show more housing supply out of thin air or double your home’s value overnight. They should make you feel supported and well represented in a crazy market. If not, it might […]
José Velez / Silver Daniel Bortz Your real estate agent can’t show more housing supply out of thin air or double your home’s value overnight. They should make you feel supported and well represented in a crazy market. If not, it might be time to cut ties. It’s not a decision to be taken lightly, […]
November 19, 2021 12:40 p.m. Daniel Bortz Job : November 19, 2021 12:40 p.m. Update: November 21, 2021 06:05 Your real estate agent can’t pop up more homes out of thin air or double the value of your home overnight. They should make you feel supported and well represented in a crazy market. If not, […]
Your real estate agent can’t pop up more homes out of thin air or double the value of your home overnight. But they should make you feel supported and well represented in a crazy market. If not, it might be time to cut ties. It’s not a decision to be taken lightly, but if you […]
Above: A broker shows a single-family home to potential buyers in October 2015. Daniel Acker Bloomberg Did you know that home buyers and sellers who have a problem with their agents can take their grievances to a state real estate board? If you haven’t, you are not alone. According to the latest report from the […]
For decades Julia Lashay Israel was a Twin Cities real estate agent, and for much of that time she did more than sell homes. In addition to being the Managing Partner of The Signature Group at Keller Williams Realty Integrity Lakes in Minneapolis, she is the co-founder and owner of Refocus University, a real estate […]
Buying and selling a home is a big decision, so be sure to choose a real estate agent who will walk you through the process. Look for an experienced agent or broker who knows your real estate market well and who always acts in your best interests. Use these tips as a guide. Tips for […]
Do you receive our weekly Teams Beat newsletter? For the latest team news, information and trends, subscribe here. There are just over 1.5 million real estate agents in the United States, as of July 2021, according to the National Association of Real Estate Agents, and about 500,000 other real estate agents. That’s 2 million real […]
Whether you want to buy or sell a house, you will need help. So who should you hire? Real estate professionals have various names, including real estate agent, real estate broker or Realtor®. So what’s the difference between a real estate agent, a real estate agent and a broker? Sometimes these titles are used interchangeably, […]
Drazen Zigic / iStock.com Most people work with a real estate agent, real estate agent, or broker when buying or selling a home. Although all of these people are licensed to provide real estate services and their duties overlap, they are in fact not the same. Keep reading to learn the difference between a Realtor, […]
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The Canadian Real Estate Association (CREA) says it can’t force real estate agents to post their listings on more than one real estate board, after a group of Collingwood-area real estate agents collide complained about limited access to announcements from out-of-town agents. restricts the service they can provide to consumers. Agent Sherry Rioux, a member […]
Department of Justice and Federal Trade Commission investigations and efforts to address unfair or exclusionary practices in the real estate industry, in addition to several civil lawsuits filed this year, challenge traditional residential real estate commissions and brokerage rules, according to The Wall Street Journal. The politically powerful real estate industry has survived past challenges […]
By Adina Solomon Realtors® are members of the National Association of Realtors® When she started working as CEO of Minneapolis Area REALTORS®, Carrie Chang was shocked to learn something about her hometown: the rate of black people in Minnesota who own homes. peaked in 1950. This was before the civil rights movement and the Fair […]
By J. Edward Moreno (September 8, 2021, 9:36 p.m. EDT) – Real estate groups including the National Association of Realtors have been sued by a real estate broker and investor claiming their practices limit transactions to affiliate brokers. several listing services instead of all licensed brokers in Arizona. In a lawsuit filed Tuesday in Arizona […]
On Wednesday, September 1, the Biden administration announced a interagency efforts to address the affordable housing shortage, implementing measures to reach 100,000 new affordable housing units over the next three years. Here’s how the industry continues to respond:“NAR applauds the administration’s new effort to deal with the housing supply crisis in the United States and […]
The pandemic has radically changed the way we live over the past year and a half. We have changed the way we work, socialize and educate our children. But perhaps more than anything, it has forced many of us to rethink where and how we want to live. The townspeople fled to the suburbs. The […]
Real estate matters have taken a back seat to big issues like the pandemic and power outages in 2021 with the Texas legislature. Of the 3,800 bills enacted, real estate has still received some attention. Some of the welcome changes coming next week are due to the lobbying efforts of the Texas Association of Realtors […]
If you are considering a career in real estate, plan to study before looking for your first client. In every state, prospective real estate sellers must take a basic real estate course. And all states require that you pass a real estate licensing exam before you start selling homes. Hit the books Related: Does your […]
Our goal here at Credible Operations, Inc., NMLS number 1681276, referred to as “Credible” below, is to give you the tools and confidence you need to improve your finances. Although we promote the products of our partner lenders who pay us for our services, all opinions are ours. Buying or selling your home is a […]
Realtors see drones and cybersecurity as the most impactful emerging technologies for their business, according to a new report from the National Association of Realtors (NAR). The 2021 NAR Technology Survey examined the current use of technology and the attitudes of NAR members regarding the future of real estate technology. Besides drones (37%) and cybersecurity […]
Earlier this summer, a day before the very first federal holiday of June 17 in the United States, Marcia Fudge, the secretary of the Department of Housing and Urban Development, stood at a rostrum in Cleveland and made a pledge. Bold: By 2030, there will be 3 million new black homeowners in the United States. […]
Zillow’s efforts to tiptoe into the residential real estate brokerage industry have another great real estate tech companion in the real estate sales industry, this time with many connections to Cleveland – Rocket Cos., Based in Detroit (NYSE: RKT) Through Rocket Homes, Rocket recently announced its intention to provide real estate brokerage services with its […]
Our goal here at Credible Operations, Inc., NMLS number 1681276, referred to as “Credible” below, is to give you the tools and confidence you need to improve your finances. Although we promote the products of our partner lenders who pay us for our services, all opinions are ours. The terms real estate agent and real […]
Buying a home is the biggest purchase that most families have ever made. For veterans and military personnel, finding a real estate agent familiar with factors such as housing allowances, permanent job changes (PCS), and the application process for Department of Veterans Affairs guaranteed mortgages can simplify the process. . Retired 1st Marine Sgt. Duan […]
When it comes to real estate competition and antitrust enforcement, there’s a new sheriff in town. Last week, in a bipartisan 69-28 vote, the US Senate approved Lina khan, associate professor of law at Columbia Law School and champion of antitrust reform, as commissioner to the Federal Trade Commission. President Joe Biden then quickly named […]
In this article, we are going to see how we can boost your social media marketing as a real estate agent. According to National Association of Realtors, quality leads are generated from social media. In the report, Facebook takes a larger share, followed by LinkedIn and Instagram respectively. It’s very clear that for any real […]
SCHOLZ, Patricia February 1, 1944 – March 25, 2021 Patricia A. Thompson Scholz, an award-winning real estate broker, died March 25 at the St. Joseph Campus of the Sisters of Charity Hospital in Cheektowaga, 18 days after being admitted for treatment for Covid-19. She was 77 years old. Born Patricia A. Thompson in Buffalo, the […]
A broad real estate coalition gathered on June 11 to applaud President Biden for stabilizing the housing industry and to encourage the administration to lift the moratorium on evictions on June 30, 2021. The Emergency Rent Assistance Program (ERAP), expanded unemployment insurance, stimulus checks and extensive financial assistance provided through relief bills have been able […]
This month, Immovable The magazine sat down with Kollin Currie, Media Director of Rocket Mortgage®, to discuss the ins and outs of social media in today’s competitive environment and what real estate professionals can do to take advantage of the social media to grow their business. Paige Tepping: You are media manager at Rocket Mortgage. […]
andresr / Getty Images Real estate ‘reality’ shows and a vibrant market make real estate an attractive option for those looking for a new career. Real estate agents report a high degree of job satisfaction due to unlimited earning potential and flexible working hours. But success is a process, and in this case, it’s not […]
BERRYVILLE – When you love what you do, you stick to it, reasoning real estate agent Jim Barb. Yet 50 years is a long time for anyone to have just one career. Studies show that the average length of time people stay in the same job these days is only 4.5 to 5 years. Observing […]
You may have heard the oft-cited statistic from the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR) that 90% of homeowners would use their real estate agent again, but only 12% actually do. What you might not know is the reason behind it. According to Chris Stuart, president of PLACE, Inc., the real estate industry spends more on […]
“IN real estate, you learn more about community issues, you learn more about life, you learn more about the impact of government, probably than any other profession I’ve been to. Johnny Isakson Harris on the Free by Edward Harris Over the past 24 years, the United Workers’ Party (UWP) and the Saint Lucia Labor Party […]
Using a professional real estate agent when buying or selling a home can help you make informed decisions and avoid costly mistakes. But not just any agent will do. Here’s how to choose the right real estate agent for you. Real estate agent basics Before you start looking, it’s helpful to know what to expect […]
In this competitive real estate market, it’s more important than ever to work with a real estate agent who can advocate for your priorities and point you to the right properties. Competition among buyers means sales move quickly, and having a professional on your side who can help you make the best deal to beat […]
Real estate has rarely been more popular or more attractive to newcomers across the country than in 2021. And it’s not just for buyers and sellers of properties, but also for job seekers. The Wall Street Journal recently reported that in January 2021 there were more real estate agents than homes for sale in the […]
Litigation as a business strategy is common in all industries. In fact, the very threat of litigation is often enough to elicit the desired response from your competitor. In the real estate industry, especially in recent years, antitrust litigation as a business strategy has become more prevalent. Recent antitrust lawsuits in real estate The most […]
If you are looking to buy or sell a home, you have options. First of all, you can go about it solo. But if that sounds like too much work, a real estate agent could make your life easier. Here, whether you’re a seller, a buyer, or both, we’ll show you how to find the […]
By Beth Braverman | Bankrate.com Realtors Really Want You To Stop Watching HGTV Everyone has a favorite HGTV show, but Fox News reports that real estate professionals actually want people to stop watching the hit channel, and here’s why. Buzz60’s Maria Mercedes Galuppo has more. Buzz60 Buying or selling a home is no easy task, […]
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LEXINGTON, Ky. (WKYT) – As many industries collapsed during the pandemic, real estate has exploded in central Kentucky. With low stock and high demand, the market turnaround accelerated. After a few months of abrupt market shutdown during the quarantine, buyers are making up for lost time. Summer and Sean Jensen, who moved here from Utah, […]
If you have hired a friend (which I mentioned awhile ago what not to do in some cases) to sell and find a buyer for your home, I’d be curious how many of you have had a great experience and those who were disappointed and let it go. I’m doing my own internal investigation and […]
Let’s face it, if you’re a first-time home buyer, you have a lot of questions about the home buying process. That’s what real estate agents are there for. Nearly 90% of buyers have recently hired a real estate agent or broker to purchase their home, according to the National Association of Realtors. Whether you’re a […]
The Frisco, Texas real estate broker who stormed the Capitol on Jan. 6 after arriving on a private jet is charged. Jennifer “Jenna” Leigh Ryan, 50, was charged with “knowingly entering or staying on any restricted building or property without lawful authority” and “disorderly conduct on Capitol grounds,” according to the federal criminal complaint filed […]
EL PASO, TX / ACCESSWIRE / November 20, 2020 / As a child in a Navy family, Rick Snow moved away most of his childhood. It meant new schools and new towns every few years. Rick continued to follow in his father’s footsteps and enlisted in the military himself. During his 20 years of service, […]
Everything you need to know about starting a career in real estate What: Do you feel stuck or dissatisfied in your current career? Are you looking for a flexible career, where you can be your own boss and help your community? In this free webinar, Association of Real Estate Educators Past President Tina Lapp will […]
Social media has become a necessity when it comes to marketing and advertising for real estate agents. There is so much an agent can do to promote their business, from posting videos of the homes they sell to advice to help future buyers prepare for their purchase. With so many opportunities, there’s one thing every […]
HARRISBURG, Pa. (WPVI) – Real estate sales and related activities may resume across Pennsylvania if guidelines designed to limit infections are followed, Governor Tom Wolf said on Tuesday. The governor’s new guidelines say people in the real estate industry can return to work as long as they all wear masks or other face coverings, and […]
ANN ARBOR, MI – Patrick McCauley has spent much of what would normally be peak home buying season working on his heirloom apple orchard. It was a great time to have a hobby, McCauley said, but he would like to start selling homes again. The Ann Arbor real estate agent is among many Michigan countries […]
The real estate industry is officially essential under Gov. Andrew Cuomo’s PAUSE order, but with a few important caveats. The Empire State Development Corporation, the economic arm of New York State, changed course on the real estate industry during the COVID-19 crisis, just over two weeks after Cuomo ruled it non-essential. ESD guidelines still encourage […]
In February, before the COVID-19 crisis was yet labeled a global pandemic, New Hampshire’s residential real estate market was still showing signs of strength. Selling prices were up on 768 completed sales with an average price of $289,000, up 7% from the same month in 2019, according to the New Hampshire Association of Realtors. Estate […]
COVID-19, otherwise known as the coronavirus, has had an unexpected and immediate impact on the world. Businesses large and small, regardless of industry, are transforming, with many sending their employees home to practice social distancing. It is no different for real estate companies. Earlier this month, the National Association of REALTORS® released guidelines to help […]
Michael Garcia started his small real estate brokerage firm at the height of the Great Recession. He survived those brutal days, in part thanks to the perseverance he gained during a six-year career in the United States Army. In recent years, Garcia’s business has grown. Garcia owns Weichert, Realtors – True Quality Service in the […]
Realtors hear it all the time, “How does the whole real estate commission business work?” “ I had to explain it during litigation as a lawyer, teach it to undergraduates as an educator, create charts about it for auditors as a compliance officer, document it for CPAs as a taxpayer and, above all, take it […]
According to National Association of Realtors, “87% of buyers purchased their home through a real estate agent or broker, a share that has steadily increased from 69% in 2001.” Yet, interestingly, 50% of buyers say they found their home online, compared to 28% through their agent, suggesting that buyers are using technology as a valuable […]
In today’s digital world, it’s more important than ever for businesses to make the most of social media. With endless potential connections and a constant flow of communication, real estate agents and brokers have arguably the most powerful tool at their fingertips, to not only build relationships, but also a successful business, making the most […]
A leading real estate broker with over 35 years of experience has joined the growing Florida ranks at Compass. Jo-Ann Forster, who specializes in single-family homes and condos in Coconut Grove, moved earlier this month. She works alongside a team of 11 members of the Coconut Grove office, including her son Brian Shapiro, daughter Lauren […]
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Home hunters in the Philadelphia area may have encountered her during this scorching real estate market: Their dream home suddenly appears on Zillow and Redfin, at the perfect price, in their favorite neighborhood, with the correct number of bedrooms. , bathrooms, etc. . Then, even before having time to schedule a screening or attend an […]
Are the terms “real estate agent” and “Realtor” interchangeable? Those inside the industry know that’s not the case, but they also know that it seems to be a bit of an industry secret – many consumers have no idea what the difference is between a realtor and a realtor, or if there is even one. […]
Teresa Boardman is a longtime columnist with over 400 Inman columns to her credit. She writes about her real estate observations and experiences as an independent broker without an office in Minnesota. I read a lot. One of my favorite genres of fiction is the dystopian novel – they can really make you think. My […]