By Maricel Tabalba
Millennials are getting the brunt of the blame for killing many industries that were supported by previous generations but, as it turns out, the real estate industry is alive and well. Understanding what Millennials are looking for in a potential home is imperative if you want to succeed as a real estate professional, as more Millennials...
The most successful real estate agents likely have one thing in common: they practice their scripts. In the latest installment of RISMedia’s ACE Webinar Series titled "Scripts: New Ways to Handle Old Objections," several industry experts weighed in on how real estate pros can better tackle their scripts from practice to execution. The webinar featured industry experts...
Costa Rica was one of the first getaway outposts for semi-expat Americans, thanks to its year-round tropical weather. It's consistently rated by the Happy Planet Index as the happiest country in the world with safe streets, cheap cost of living, beautiful parks, dozens of sandy beaches, excellent medical care, a thriving economy and only a hop, skip and a jump to...
By Monique Serbu More and more millennials are buying homes, representing around 45 percent of all purchase loans, and most first-time millennial home buyers are on a limited budget. While you may not be able to find the perfect home that checks every box on your “dream home” list, you can find a great starter house you can improve on or add to over time. As you...
By Ryan Tyson The wind is howling outside, and you're curled up under four blankets. "It’s freezing in here!" you mutter as you push the up button on the thermostat yet again. At times like this, you know your HVAC system isn’t working right, but you have no idea why. Here’s a little insight into what might be going on, and when it’s time to call an HVAC...
Of course Paris Hilton's dogs live in a two-story mansion. Of. Course. They. Do. Hilton's puppy palace is lined with a pink interior, and has air conditioning, heating, designer furniture and a chandelier, according to a tweet from the heiress. Sure, many Americans can barely afford to pay their energy bills so they can live comfortably in the summer months, but...
By Rachel Abraham Before you move into your new house, you may want to make upgrades. These add value to your investment, improve your home's function and allow you to express your personality. Plus, making upgrades before you move in reduces inconvenience later. Consider the following upgrades to make your new house feel like home. 1. Enhance the Kitchen Quality...
By Andrew Dennis When the film-makers of yesteryear contemplated the future, it didn’t look like a very happy place—and not much has changed. You don’t need to look much further than the dystopian dramas that Hollywood is so fond of producing. But while sci-fi movies rarely predicted the nature of society, they did happen to predict a few items of futuristic...
Would you like to rub elbows with George Washington? Well, you can't, but you can live in a space his elbows once rubbed. Located at 555 Washington Street in Alexandria, Va., a former social club that hosted the likes of the late great leader is now on the market. The original event space was built in the 1700s, then turned into a restaurant, and finally renovated...
By Courtni Wisenbaker-Scheel The soaring temperatures of the time come with sky-high energy bills. If you’re looking to improve your home’s energy efficiency as your HVAC kicks into overdrive, consider adding these energy efficient home hacks to your weekend warrior to-do list. Increase Insulation Air leakages can occur anywhere in your home, resulting in your...
