Movie fans, looking to lurk around some of your favorite film locations? You’re not alone. Stalking cinema hot spots is an obsession for many, and we're no exception. Below are five iconic movie homes in real life. Gone Girl’s Missouri New-Build Much of 2014’s nail-biting thriller "Gone Girl" (based on the best-selling novel of the same name) took place in...
High insurance premiums are a reality for many consumers, but they needn’t be for all consumers. High premiums are sometimes paid for by consumers who don’t realize they’re paying for them. Other people who overpay have no idea they have the power to lower their premiums using a number of tried and true techniques. It’s not impossible to find lower car insurance...
RISMedia to Release White Paper Investigating Industry ‘Disruptors’
Thousands of real estate professionals have spoken, and the vast majority have concluded that Zillow Instant Offers represents a negative addition to the real estate market for consumers, and another step towards Zillow’s alleged attempt to disintermediate brokers and agents and...
The best thing about the warm season is the ability to spend more time outside. Cooking and eating outside is always a treat. Whether you're just cracking a few beers with friends or whipping up five courses with the fam, these crazy outdoor kitchens go way past grill-mode. Poolside. Who wants to eat outside when you can eat poolside? This stunning outdoor...
By Elizabeth McGrath When you're ready to finally begin construction on that new basement bath, we have the tips you need to help make it more affordable. Save money on plumbing, fixtures, hardware and more when you shop savvy and plan ahead. 1. Position Your Basement Bathroom Directly Below Your Upstairs Bath If there's one thing that's going to blow your budget...
By Cosette Jarrett It’s no secret that moving is a headache. You need to purchase packing supplies, change your address, clean your current home, and more. Luckily, technology can make the process less painful. Whether you’re choosing the best mover or expertly packing your belongings—there’s an app for that. Read on for useful apps to help you streamline...
The childhood residence of Jackie Kennedy Onassis is currently on the market. Located in lush McLean, Va., Onassis (then known as Jackie Bouvier) moved to the McLean mansion at 13, following her parents' divorce. Known as the Merrywood Estate, the nine bedroom home is located in a prominent suburb outside Washington D.C. Built in 1919 and originally set on 46 acres,...
By Deborah Kearns In this second article of a three-part series, learn all about how real estate agents can utilize predictive analytics to make positive changes and predictions in their business. You’re always looking for ways to show your value and stay ahead of the market. One way to do that is by using predictive analytics. As we explained in a previous...
Call it a household name. A new analysis from Zillow finds a home owned by a person named Alison or Stuart is likely to be worth roughly two-thirds more than the typical home in the U.S.—for both of them, that equates to over $332,000. The link varies based on location, with some names suited more to one region than others given sociocultural influences. Ali and...
By Isaac Christiansen
While daily life can be challenging with a disability, innovations over the last few decades have made a new level of independence possible for
the disabled. Services and products now make it possible for such individuals to attend school, run daily errands, and live in private homes in ever increasing numbers. Being able to live independently...
