Session Spotlight: Real Estate Leaders to Discuss iBuyer Movement at 2019 CEO Exchange At RISMedia's 2019 CEO Exchange—happening Sept. 18 and 19 at the Marriott Marquis in NYC—Anthony Lamacchia, broker/owner, Lamacchia Realty, Inc.; Faisal Susiwala, broker, RE/MAX Twin City Realty; Simon Chen, President & CEO, ERA Franchise Systems LLC; and Bob Hale,...

Posted on Aug 23 2019 - 11:04am by Zoe Eisenberg
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Most well-known for his role as Chandler Bing in hit 90s sitcom "Friends," actor and producer Matthew Perry recently listed his circular Los Angeles penthouse, which roosts atop the posh building known as The Century. Dubbed Penthouse 40, it occupies the entire 40th floor. Related: (Really) Great Spaces: Tom Brady and Gisele Bundchen List Their Massachusetts Mansion Designed...

Posted on Aug 22 2019 - 3:59pm by Jameson Doris
Comments Off on Halstead Finds Success Featuring Live Musicians In Listing Videos

Credit: Halstead When it comes to online marketing and garnering engagement, one thing almost all real estate professionals agree on is that video is king. However, with so much noise, often only the best content finds success—and this is where Halstead comes in.   In recent years, the brokerage—with retail storefront offices in Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens,...

Posted on Aug 22 2019 - 2:26pm by Housecall
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By Brentnie Daggett Your home should be a sanctuary that feels welcoming and comfortable to both you and your guests—and that includes the outdoor space! The exterior of your property sets the stage for the rest of your home, sort of like a first impression. Related: Ways Real Estate Agents Can Appeal to Millennial Homebuyers If you're thinking of selling your...

By Wendy Dessler Selling your home without fixing it up first presents potential challenges for some homeowners. For others, it may open up different opportunities. Selling a house "as-is" can be a good thing. It all depends on your approach to selling it. Related: 4 Real Estate Deal Breakers and How to Fix Them Efficiently Here are six essential tips to help...

Posted on Aug 20 2019 - 12:11pm by Housecall
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Are you considering forming a real estate team, or expanding yours? RISMedia’s Ultimate Real Estate Team Guide is an essential resource, with actionable advice, expert insights and proprietary research, designed to equip you with the knowledge to lead a successful team. This comprehensive how-to includes innovative solutions and technology, from CRM to transactions,...

  At RISMedia's 2019 CEO Exchange—happening next month—three leaders in New York City real estate, Bess Freedman, CEO of Brown Harris Stevens; Dottie Herman, CEO of Douglas Elliman; and Pam Liebman, CEO and president of The Corcoran Group, will discuss firsthand insights into the market, and how to navigate shifts strategically and successfully. Together, they...

Posted on Aug 16 2019 - 4:51pm by Jameson Doris
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In today’s real estate market, homeownership has become more and more difficult for millennials to obtain. However, one subdemographic that may have a leg up? Millennial veterans. With many having access to VA loans, there's a large block of potential millennial buyers that are qualified to purchase a home with no down payment, mortgage insurance or great credit.  For...

Posted on Aug 15 2019 - 5:11pm by Jameson Doris
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If you're a broker, there's a good chance you're constantly on the lookout for real estate talent. But what are you looking for in an agent and what's the proper way to recruit? The latest RISMedia webinar, held on Aug. 7, took a look at just that. Sponsored by mortgage lending company Quicken Loans, the webinar, entitled "Brokers: Recruit Rock Star Talent for Your...

Posted on Aug 15 2019 - 11:31am by Zoe Eisenberg
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Want to live like a supermodel? How about a football pro? If you happen to have $40 million in the bank and want to move to Massachusetts, you might be in luck! Related: (Really) Great Spaces: Sugar Ray Leonard's Sprawling Italian-Style Villa Supermodel Gisele Bundchen and Patriots quarterback Tom Brady recently listed their five-bedroom Brookline, Mass., home for...