By Tracey Hawkins In recent months, there has been a spate of crimes against real estate agents, including murder, armed robbery, shootings and alleged racial profiling incidents. On the eve of September—Real Estate Safety Month—it's important to note that male real estate professionals were the target of these recent crimes. Prior too these recent incidents,...
Have you noticed a decrease in likes and other engagement on your real estate Instagram posts lately? Although there could be a number of reasons for why you’re seeing this drop in love from your followers, a likely culprit could be the actual content of your posts. Social media is nothing new to real estate professionals; most agents have been utilizing Instagram...
Adam Neumann, co-founder and former CEO of WeWork, no longer calls Greenwich Village home. The exec, who was forced out of the shared workspace company in 2019 following a delayed IPO, has sold his townhouse for $13.65M. Built in 1847, the 5,168 square foot home came with a backyard garden and wood-burning fireplaces when Neumann and his wife, Rebekah, purchased the...
By Brentnie Daggett Moving usually brings up a whole mix of emotions–from excitement and stress to fatigue and fear. Once the moving process is over and you’re officially in your new home, the more optimistic feelings should start to take precedence over the negative ones, but your job isn’t done just yet. Here are a few essential steps you should take in your...
By Kara Masterson When it comes to home renovations and remodeling projects, a load-bearing column can be a major obstacle. Whether you plan to construct your floor plan or layout around load-bearing support, incorporate a column into the surrounding decor or arrange to have it removed completely, there are plenty of options to consider when it comes to dealing with...
David Marine, chief marketing officer for Coldwell Banker and a self-described video troll, has over 20 years of marketing experience and loves to share his knowledge with real estate professionals through education. He is not only known as a master of marketing, but a creative storyteller who has elevated the legacy of the Coldwell Banker brand through content creation...
If the last year and half prepared us for anything, it's how to survive in a predominantly digital world. And although we’re all desperate to return to some semblance of normalcy, it's natural to want to get back to the way things were. When it comes to tech, however, you'll want to keep those skills long-term. During RISMedia's webinar—"How to Increase Your...
Michael Alderson, 66, of Anaheim, California, was shot and killed on August 7 amid an alleged dispute involving siblings and their home’s sale. “Based upon the preliminary investigation, it is believed that the shooting was related to a family dispute pertaining to the upcoming sale of the residence,” Huntington Beach Police Capt. Tim Martin said. “A group...
By Anita Ginsburg If summer's heat is getting to you, you may have finally decided it's time to install a pool. That's the easy part. Now you must make preparations for your pool. You can make the process go more smoothly by planning carefully and keeping the following tips in mind: Choose a Site There is more to choosing a pool site than simply scanning your yard...
By Kara Masterson Buying land can open up many personal and financial opportunities for you. You can build your dream home on the land. You can also open up a store on the land. However, if you want to buy land, then you need to take the following steps: Find Land That Is for Sale Of course, the first thing you need to do is find land that's actually for sale. Several...
