By Bill Gassett Are you looking to get an apartment with bad or no credit? If you decided to rent, your first impulse might not be to think about your credit standing. However, your credit history is something that you will probably be requested to present to rent an apartment. Landlords ask for this information to ensure that you are serious and will make your...
RISMedia is in full swing preparing for our next fall virtual conference, RISMedia’s Real Estate CEO & Agent Leadership Exchange, co-presented with the National Association of REALTORS®. As we begin to prepare our action-packed agenda, we’d like your feedback on what topics matter most to you as broker/owners, and also, what you’d like us to share with...
By Jordan Grice The end of federal foreclosure and eviction moratoriums is on the horizon, leaving many wondering, “what’s next?” On one side, previous reports from Bloomberg predicted a wave of foreclosures that would hit millions of low-income homeowners after forbearance provisions and the foreclosure moratorium ended. On the other hand, many mom-and-pop...
By Brooke Chaplan The growth of cryptocurrencies (crypto) and blockchain is huge news. Whether you're on board with the idea of digital currency or not, it's one of the most significant advances in the financial world in recent years. Bitcoin (BTC), Litecoin (LTC) and Ethereum (ETH) are still confusing and sound foreign to many business people. Still, these currencies...
For luxury buyers today, lifestyle is becoming increasingly more important when searching for their new home. Real estate agents who are looking to succeed in today’s luxury market need to make the shift to becoming a lifestyle agent, providing more well-rounded service to your clients and leads. In the latest RISMedia webinar—“How to Succeed in the Luxury...
In May, Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates and his wife Melinda Gates revealed in a Twitter statement their decision to end their marriage after 27 years. Since then, it has been revealed that the two never signed a prenuptial agreement, instead opting for a “separation agreement.” The process of splitting the couple’s assets will be a mammoth task. Bill and Melinda...
Are you ready to take your real estate business to the next level? With the power of social media and the rising popularity of videos, your content strategy may need an update. Video content is quickly becoming the go-to for everyone, from your average user to social media influencers to businesses large and small. According to Cisco’s Annual Internet Report 2018-2023,...
Leadership. What does the word even mean? In real estate specifically, it's more than just leading the pack. It's being an example. It's constantly learning. It's knowing how to shift and adapt. The topic was recently discussed during RISMedia's "Lessons in Leadership With Dermot Buffini," a webinar held on Tues., April 27. RISMedia's President and CEO John Featherston...
By Anita Ginsburg Pets are a wonderful addition to any home, but if you aren’t careful, they can also be the source of some expensive plumbing repairs. Keep these tips in mind to prevent your cat or dog from damaging your home’s pipes: Keep Pet Hair Out of the Drains Your furry friend will need a bath from time to time. However, it’s best to do this outside...
By Jordan Grice Real estate professionals looking for the next wave in social media marketing may want to get on TikTok. With almost 100 million monthly U.S. users on the app—most are 39 years old or younger, based on data from Statista—agents nationwide agree that there is room to capitalize on connecting with prospective clients. “This popular platform is...
