RISMedia Is Accepting 2020 Real Estate Newsmakers Nominations Through August 15. RISMedia is accepting nominations for the 2020 Class of Real Estate Newsmakers, those individuals making headlines for their newsworthy contributions to the housing industry, and for their efforts to positively affect the consumers and communities they serve. Nominate a Newsmaker Readers...

By Meghan Belnap Redoing your kitchen floor on your own is an ambitious undertaking that can be accomplished with the right supplies, tools and know-how. Whether you want to redo your floor by yourself to save money or simply for a sense of accomplishment, there are several ways to get the job done. Related: DIY Disasters: Best and Worst Home Improvements for Weekend...

Posted on Jul 18 2019 - 12:09pm by Housecall
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By Kara Masterson Living off the grid comes with a lot of responsibility. This includes detaching yourself from your municipal sewage system. Truth be told, sewage is something many people don't think about even when they're considering living off the grid. Related: Top 10 States for Homeowners to Invest in Renewable Energy There are several options if you want...

Posted on Jul 17 2019 - 11:24am by Housecall
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  Make Your Nominations for RISMedia’s 2020 Class of Real Estate Newsmakers Today!  RISMedia is accepting nominations for the 2020 Class of Real Estate Newsmakers, those individuals making headlines for their newsworthy contributions to the housing industry, and for their efforts to positively affect the consumers and communities they serve. Nominate a Newsmaker Readers...

Posted on Jul 16 2019 - 1:50pm by Zoe Eisenberg
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Credit: Anthony Djon Luxury Real Estate Name: Anthony Djon
Official Title: Brand Founder, Anthony Djon Luxury Real Estate
Years in Real Estate: 10
Number of Team Members: 25
Number of Offices: 1
Region Served: Michigan
www.anthonydjon.com What’s the first thing you do when you get to the office?
Drink coffee. When you place...

In the following interview, Greg Drake, broker of Realty Professionals, LLC in Lakewood, Colo., discusses his lead strategy, including how to leverage online ratings and reviews. Region Served: Denver metro market
Years in Real Estate: 16
Number of Offices: 1
Number of Agents: 9 What is your favorite thing about working in real estate?
The...

By Tracy Staedter If you're one of the approximately two million people in the United States that holds an active real estate license, you're probably up against some stiff competition. To stay on top of your game, utilize your smartphone and data plan to effectively reach prospective buyers, promote your listings and manage your sales. Related: Ways Real Estate...

This month, we're celebrating beach season with an inside look at two stunning beachfront properties, from Florida all the way to California. Knockout Sale in Fort Myers News broke in April on this record-smashing residential sale in North Fort Myers, Fla., when this four-bedroom, six-bathroom estate sold for $2,620,000—the most expensive residential sale...

Posted on Jul 10 2019 - 5:10pm by Housecall
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By Anita Ginsburg Regular maintenance is an ongoing process for every homeowner. Keeping up with smaller projects is essential if you want to avoid major problems down the road. Related: Becoming a Home Maintenance Pro: Tips for New Homeowners With a little bit of preventative maintenance, you can ensure that your home remains beautiful and efficient for years to...

For every real estate team out there there's a different view of how technology should be utilized. However, according to RISMedia, which recently surveyed agent teams across the country, the majority of respondents use lead-gen/referral services (29.6 percent) to generate leads; task/time management tools (31.1 percent) for office management; and aerial photography...