Are you ready to buy your own home? That may sound like a bit of a weird question; however, many homebuyers are just not prepared when it comes to buying their first or a new home. Related: Should You Buy a House Remodeled Without Permits? On the surface, it may seem that taking out a mortgage is going to be easy. Often, the opposite is true. There are many people...
RISMedia's recent webinar—AGENTS: It's Not Too Late to Save on Your Taxes, sponsored by Intuit—laid out the actionable finance strategies and planning insights that today's real estate professionals should heed if they're looking to save on taxes. "Real estate accounting is a whole 'nother animal," underlined speaker Mariette Martinez, a financial accountant,...
In the following interview, Kevin Markarian, founder/CEO of Marker Real Estate in San Francisco, Calif., discusses the benefits of masterminding and networking, and how he’s built a business designed for growth.
Region Served: San Francisco, Orange County, Los Angeles and Southern California
Years in Real Estate: 17
Number of Offices: 4
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By Brentnie Daggett It's no surprise that one of the most common predictions for the real estate industry in 2019 is the continued importance of technology. As smartphones, tablets and other mobile devices continue to increase in popularity and capability, smart home technology continues to grow at pace. New technology built specifically to simplify the lives of...
In 2018, millennials made slightly over a third of all property purchases, making them the most active generation of buyers for the fifth year in a row, according to the National Association of REALTORS® 2018 Home Buyer and Seller General Trends study. Here, 2019 Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association President Jeffrey Fagan shares tips with the agent population...
This month, we're supersizing our Great Spaces section with a look at some spectacular mansions. Hang at the Ross-Hand Mansion This historic Hudson Valley home—originally built in 1854—offers a fusion of rustic charm and deluxe modern amenities. The 5,000-square-foot Gothic Revival sits on four acres of private estate with epic views of the Hudson River,...
By John Graff Millennials, that large generation that was born between the early 1980s and the mid- to late 1990s, lag behind other age groups in homeownership. A recent report from the Urban Institute shows that 8 percent fewer millennials own homes when compared to baby boomers at the same age, and 8.4 percent fewer compared with Gen Xers at the same age. Related:...
By Meghan Belnap Selling your home will vary in difficulty depending on where you live; however, using online resources as part of your marketing strategy will help you sell your house faster and get you more exposure to those who may be looking to move from another area. Here are some of the top tips for marketing and selling your home online: List on Major Real...
In December, RISMedia honored more than 230 Real Estate Newsmakers, each of whom made headlines in his or her own way. Whether it be through charitable work or notable growth at their company, every individual made a positive impact in the real estate industry. Here, we highlight a few who were chosen as RISMedia Newsmakers in the Luminaries category: Mary Frances...
Would you move if your career offered you a lower cost of homeownership in another state? Well, pack those bags because you've got some great prospects! Some occupations can get you as much as $4,000 in total savings per month depending on the state in which you live. A recent PropertyShark report analyzed the median income of each occupation in each city, as well...
