By Rob Barber Real estate brokerages aren't letting tech take them down without a fight. In fact, many are using technology as a differentiator—critical leverage in the battle for great agents in an already-crowded industry. And the proof is in the headlines. Just a quick glance at the past month's news shows all kinds of tech developments on the brokerage front....
By Meghan Belnap If you want to sell your home, you've got to make a good first impression. Doing so requires not just a great deal of preparation, but some professional oversight. Related: 5 Contractors Every Homeowner Should Have in Their Contacts Before you decide to list your home on the market, you'll definitely want to have it checked out by these professionals: Foundation...
Commentary by Pat Shea When our previous mobile app was sold to a competitor, we selected Homesnap, the public-facing brand of the Broker Public Portal (BPP), as our mobile solution. It was important for us to provide the services and tools that our agents were accustomed to, and we were excited about an app that would also consistently improve as technology continues...
By Brooke Chaplan Getting rid of dead trees is more complex than many people realize, and you could run into an array of issues if you aren't careful. Luckily, with the right equipment and a solid plan, you should be able to get that dead foliage off your property before you know it. Here are three things to keep in mind when removing dead trees from your property: Don't...
Where are young service members and veterans choosing to call home? A new report from Veterans United Home Loans broke down the numbers, showcasing the cities that saw the biggest jump in millennial and Gen Z service-member buyers in Fiscal Year 2019. To narrow down the top locations, Veterans United Home Loan looked at the VA's purchase loan volume for both the...
By Meghan Belnap In most cases, it makes sense to search for older things rather than their newer counterparts when you want to save money. This doesn't, however, always hold true when it comes to buying a home. Related: What REALTORS Need to Know Before Recommending Custom Home-Building Here are several factors that can lead to older homes costing more than new...
By AnnaBeth Rouse Have you found yourself falling out of love with the home you once adored? You aren't alone. Take millennial homeowners, for example. A recent Bankrate poll says that 63 percent of this vital demographic regret purchasing their current home. That's an alarming number, but one that accurately shows how easy it is to fall out of love with a home. Related:...
By Meghan Belnap As a landlord, you have certain responsibilities. One of the most important is to provide for your tenants' safety. Not only do you have certain legal obligations, but safe tenants are more likely to be long-term paying tenants. Related: Fall Maintenance for Your Rental Properties In the pursuit of safety, you may want to upgrade your properties...
Do you live year-round in Nantucket County or Dukes County in Massachusetts? If you do, you're in a distinct minority. According to the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR), some 55.5 percent of residences in both those counties are vacation homes. Related: 5 Signs You're Ready to Buy a Vacation Home The NAR defines a vacation home as a vacant seasonal, recreational...
By Meghan Belnap Are you planning to move? Is it going to be cold when you relocate? Here are four ideas to help make the home search process faster and more convenient during the colder months: Attend cozy open houses Use the time you're looking for a home to mingle and fight the winter blues. Go see what's open in your area, check out a new location or inspect...
