The home appraisal process can be a stressful time, whether you're buying or selling a property. It's the job of the appraiser to find the fair market value of the home. If their findings don't match the buyer's offer, there can be delays in the transaction. But if you know what appraisers look for, you might be able to prevent your house sale from running into problems. Related:...

Nick Shivers, president and CEO of the Nick Shivers Team, Keller Williams Portland Central (OR), admits in business, he tends to act first and think decisions through later. It's caused him to make a lot of mistakes along the way, he says, but it's also led him to some life-changing opportunities. Like the time he visited Nicaragua years ago and jotted a business...

As we finish out this most unprecedented year and turn our thoughts to a new start in 2021, we're still dealing with the lingering pandemic, amid by all accounts what has been a strong year for the real estate industry. For many, beyond the place we hang our hats at the end of the day, the pandemic has transformed the home into schools, gyms and offices. Home sales...

When will we finally find relief? As COVID rages across the country and with no new stimulus checks coming in the immediate future, Americans living in metropolitan areas are seeing their problems compounded by a rise in the cost of living. A recent report released by Move.org found that a $1,200 stimulus check, similar to the ones distributed in April 2020, wouldn't...

This year has been full of surprises, and although we're rounding the corner on 2020, now is not the time to slow down. This next year is chock full of uncertainties, leaving real estate professionals with several questions: What does the future hold? How will this impact real estate? What can I do to prepare for the unknown? Over 70 brokers and agents are gathering...

  In 2021, it's time to hit the ground running! Join us on Jan. 7, 2021 from 11 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. ET for Real Estate's Rocking in the New Year—a full-day virtual event—co-presented by RISMedia and the National Association of REALTORS®. Click here to register for Real Estate's Rocking in the New Year and get a 50 percent discount! The event will include...

Now, more than ever, brokerages need to be intentional in their recruiting and retention strategies. The markets have been trickier to navigate amid the coronavirus pandemic, and so agents are looking to affiliate with a company that can provide them with the tools and culture necessary to find success even in the most challenging of times. Sherri Johnson, CEO and...

Kendall E. Bonner, Esq., licensed Florida attorney and broker/owner of RE/MAX Capital Realty in Tampa, Fla., is striving to inspire agents to be the best versions of themselves and live more abundantly. As a leading real estate professional in her market and a 2020 RISMedia Real Estate Newsmaker honoree, she tackles challenges head on with tested formulas and acronyms...

By Anita Ginsburg You never expect a tragedy to strike, but they happen every day. It is often spontaneous and could happen to anybody. Of course, tragedy is a lot worse when you aren't prepared. That's why you need to prepare yourself for an emergency ahead of time. This will help you and your family get through anything that comes your way. Here are some tips to...

Credit: National Association of REALTORS® This year's virtual REALTORS® Conference & Expo, originally planned to be held in New Orleans, La., began with an address by Buffini & Company's Founder and Chairman, Brian Buffini. In these uncertain times, it's important to follow the lead of industry veterans who have overcome aggressive shifts in the market...