Location is, and has always been, everything in real estate. The truism that where a property sits must be its most important characteristic remains undisputed. But what is location, really? What does it mean to homebuyers, and what are the consequences when changes come? The truth is, street layouts, public transportation systems, commuting routes, open space, walking...
By Kara Masterson Your home’s air quality can have a big impact on your family’s respiratory health. This is just one of the many reasons why you should ensure that your house isn’t filled with airborne contaminants. Luckily, with a little bit of preventative maintenance and a few upgrades, such as the ones listed below, you can make sure that your home’s...
The amount of technology real estate professionals have at their fingertips continues to grow, making it increasingly difficult to put together a well-rounded tech stack that’s both practical and cost-effective. During RISMedia’s recent webinar—“How to Save on Tech Expenses by Choosing the Right Product”—panelists Rivers Pearce, co-founder and CEO of...
By Meghan Belnap Renting out a home or apartment is a great way to build passive income, but this type of investment is going to require work. This includes a few important steps that you will need to carry out whenever you plan on having new tenants move into any of your rental units, including: Add a Fresh Coat of Paint Although landlords aren’t always required...
By Kara Masterson A septic tank is absolutely necessary in a functioning home, designed to collect, treat and dispose of sewage. This is critical when your home would otherwise have poor drainage or have no way of being connected to main sewage networks. It isn't difficult to care for a septic tank, but there are a few things that you have to do in order to make...
Christy Budnick, recently appointed chief executive officer for Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices, brings almost 20 years of experience and unique perspectives to the real estate industry. Her exceptional skills, brokerage experience, industry-wide respect and demonstrable and remarkable leadership are taking the company to new and exciting levels of success. To listen...
Looking To Improve Your Real Estate Social Media? It Can Be Difficult Finding The Right Resources To Make It To The Top. See How These Automated Instagram Posts Increased These Agents’ Digital Engagement! From posting and scheduling to coming up with strong social media content and strategies, real estate agents need the right tools. Utilizing Instagram tools are...
By Meghan Belnap Shopping for a new home can be an exhausting and overwhelming experience, but it's worth it when you find your dream property. After you make a formal offer on your potential new home, however, you'll end up reading pages and pages of documents written in frustrating legalese that can be tedious. Related: 4 Things Everyone Needs to Know Before Purchasing...
By Grant McDonald Disruptive innovation has shown to be the most effective method for businesses in any sector to remain relevant in the marketplace. To this aim, savvy real estate executives are embracing new technology. Real estate is aggressively trying to make up for being among the last industries to adopt automation by embracing the most popular and trusted...
By Anita Ginsburg Issues with your home’s sewer line can interrupt your daily life. If left alone and unrepaired, it can increase your home’s risk of serious structural damage. It's for this reason that it's vital to always keep an eye out for any of these warning signs: Multiple Slow Drains When a single drain is slow, it is often caused by a smaller clog in...
