Posted on Feb 3 2022 - 3:36pm by Jameson Doris
Comments Off on Great Spaces: Sprawling Idaho Estate With Marilyn Monroe Ties Hits Market

Actress, model and cultural icon Marilyn Monroe was at the height of her career when she starred in her first dramatic role as a saloon singer named Chérie in 1956’s ‘Bus Stop.’ Monroe took classes at The Actor’s Studio in New York City to prepare for the role, and the result was a film that was both a commercial and critical success. This 12 acre property—consisting...

Posted on Feb 2 2022 - 4:57pm by Housecall
Comments Off on Leveraging Social Media to Improve Brand Trust

By Jordan Grice Every successful agent knows how important trust is in building and maintaining relationships that will sustain your career. Trust can be the difference between brand obscurity and standing out from your competition when it comes to your social media marketing effort, so it’s vital that you take time to inspire loyalty with your digital presence. From...

Posted on Feb 1 2022 - 11:37am by Paige Brown, Managing Editor
Comments Off on Webinar Recap: How to Keep Agents From Chasing False Promises

In today’s competitive real estate world, it's vital for brokerages to have strong recruiting and retention strategies, ensuring that their agents are happy and reducing the chance of them leaving for other opportunities.  In the latest RISMedia webinar—“Mitigating Attrition: How to Keep Agents from Chasing False Promises”—panelists Nathan Weinberg,...

Posted on Jan 31 2022 - 8:38am by Housecall
Comments Off on 2021 Price Surges Yield Record-Level Profits for Home Sellers, Report Says

By Jordan Grice It’s no secret that 2021 was a banner year for real estate sales, but a new report from ATTOM Data Solutions indicates that homeowners that were willing to sell last year reeled in a profit that hasn’t been seen in more than a decade. ATTOM released its Year-End 2021 U.S. Home Sales Report on Jan. 27, which shows that home sellers realized a...

Posted on Jan 28 2022 - 4:42pm by Housecall
Comments Off on Rate Hikes ‘Soon’ As Fed Walks Tightrope

By Jesse Williams & Jordan Grice A highly scrutinized two-day meeting of the Federal Reserve that concluded Wednesday resulted in no new interest rate hikes, though the central bank appears poised to move forward with an increase in the next few months following persistent inflation and an accelerating economic recovery. “With inflation well above 2% and a...

Posted on Jan 27 2022 - 3:06pm by Paige Brown, Managing Editor
Comments Off on Live Like an A-Lister With These Celebrity Home and Decor Collections

Credit: Pura From actors to athletes, celebrities of all kinds have gorgeous homes, full of style and aesthetics that anyone would crave. The problem is, not everyone is a celebrity with a seemingly endless budget for outfitting their homes, hiring interior designers or buying high-end furniture. However, there is a way to achieve that celebrity style you want without...

Posted on Jan 26 2022 - 4:13pm by Housecall
Comments Off on Enhance Your Home Safety in 2022 With These Exterior and Interior Checks

By Brentnie Daggett Regular inspections of your home can help you address issues before they cause any harm, and the new year is the perfect reminder to cross this task off your list. While seasonal home inspections are the ultimate way to stay on top of maintenance and potential risks, performing an in-depth safety check at least once a year will ensure that you...

Posted on Jan 25 2022 - 4:41pm by Jameson Doris
Comments Off on Rocking in the New Year Recap: New Leads vs. Database

Any successful real estate agent will tell you that their best source of leads exists within their own database. This was discussed during RISMedia’s Real Estate’s Rocking in the New Year virtual session, “New Leads vs. Database: How to Focus on Your Best Sources,” held earlier this month. Buffini & Company’s Vice President of Coaching and Membership,...

Posted on Jan 24 2022 - 5:04pm by Housecall
Comments Off on Reasons to Get Your AC Inspected During the Winter Months

By Anita Ginsburg Your home's air conditioning system may be the last thing on your mind when it's cold outside, but you can get valuable benefits when you contact an HVAC company for professional AC maintenance during the winter months. Consider these four reasons to reach out for the inspection, cleaning and repair of your air conditioner before the summer heat...

Posted on Jan 21 2022 - 3:02pm by Housecall
Comments Off on 4 Staging Tips That Have Universal Appeal

By Meghan Belnap When you're selling your home, you want to do all you can to ensure it sells as quickly as possible and for the highest possible price. While the home itself will be the main attraction, it's still important to consider the small details that buyers will inevitably notice. Related: Winter Home Staging Tips That Promote Safety and Sales
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