Fret not, gentle readers: summer is right around the corner. Sure, spring will peek its head out first, but let’s keep our eye on the prize here. If you are one of the lucky few homeowners to own a shed, you have just become part of a super elite ninja-style group of owners. A secret society, if you will. And if you don’t currently own a shed, you might change...

When it comes to success in real estate, there’s no better teacher than someone who’s lived it. In the March installment of RISMedia’s Agent Webinar Series, “The Secrets of Systematized Success,” attendees learned just how powerful number-based systems can be from two of the industry’s most profitable professionals. With experience backed by respectively...

Being a REALTOR® often means you're on the go. From meeting with clients to showing listings, the car can feel like the second office – and many treat it as such. We checked in with several top agents to find out what they keep in their car, and the results were surprising. From tools to good luck charms, agents are rolling around with car kits that can handle...

Posted on Mar 17 2015 - 9:46am by Nick Caruso
Comments Off on Best Neighborhoods for a St. Paddy’s Day Pub Crawl

Grab your gold, put on your green, hope for luck and head to one of these ZIP codes to find a pub. In the spirit of St. Patrick’s Day, RealtyTrac® partnered with enterprise data and analytics company Acxiom® to uncover ZIP codes throughout the United States where a pub is just a leap away.   If you are heading out to a pub this St. Paddy’s day, RealtyTrac...

Posted on Mar 16 2015 - 4:20pm by Suzanne De Vita
Comments Off on The Secrets to Selling a Second Home

                 
For real estate professionals serving vacation areas, marketing a property is a lot like telling a story: the story of the home, the story of the surroundings, the story of the community. Successfully selling a vacation property is contingent upon a number of factors – but because second homes...

Spring has nearly sprung, and the change of season means one thing for homeowners: maintenance. This year, introduce eco-friendliness to your spring maintenance routine. Many of the green fixes below require just one or two more steps in projects likely already on the docket. 1. Aerated Interior There’s no better sign that spring has arrived than opening your...

Posted on Mar 12 2015 - 11:59am by Nick Caruso
Comments Off on 8 Ways to Locate a Stellar Agent from Egypt Sherrod

For buyers (and sellers!) looking to enter the real estate market, locating the right agent to find their dream home may be a daunting task. Buyers want to find someone with an expertise in their desired area, who will communicate efficiently and have a strong knack for negotiation. With these factors and so many more to consider, finding the right agent is truly...

Posted on Mar 11 2015 - 4:17pm by Housecall
Comments Off on 6 Low-Cost Steps to an Organized Kitchen

Keeping your kitchen organized is essential to cooking and a good room aesthetic. If your kitchen is disorganized, you’re likely scrambling to find what you need when you cook. That’s never good, and it’s completely unnecessary, too. There are various quick, low-cost ways to organize your kitchen and make it suitable to your needs. Here are some ideas to consider: #1...

Posted on Mar 10 2015 - 4:56pm by Suzanne De Vita
Comments Off on Will Bitcoin Buyers Break into the Housing Market?

Digital currencies continue to take hold in real estate – this time, across the Atlantic. RE/MAX London recently announced a trial program with payment platform GoCoin that will support digital currency payments on property rentals throughout the country. “RE/MAX just topped representation in over 95 countries; this represents over one third of the world, hence...

Posted on Mar 6 2015 - 9:00am by Nick Caruso
Comments Off on Sold! A Majestic Waterfront Paradise in Connecticut

The Long Island Sound is home to some of the Northeast’s most dazzling waterfront property. In fact, Sasco Point, located in the New York City suburb of Fairfield, Conn., is recognized as one of the most notable waterfront estates in the United States. Taking a look at the photos (more below), it’s easy to see why this particular property is so appealing: it...