From part-time real estate agent to law professor to author, Joe Rand brings a vast array of expertise and knowledge to his leadership role at Howard Hanna | Rand Realty, and now to his position as the executive director of the Broker Public Portal. But while his talent and acumen are diverse, there’s one thing that Rand does better than perhaps anyone else: educate. To...
By Kara Masterson Buying a new home can be a complicated undertaking, especially for first-time buyers. From assessing your financial situation and establishing a budget to arranging for a professional inspection of a property you're interested in buying, here are some essential steps that could end up making quite a difference: Establish a Budget Lacking a clear...
The former L.A. residence of rapper Sean “Diddy” Combs has hit the market for a cool $14.5 million. One of the most influential rappers in the genre, Combs, who only lived in this 2004-built home between 2008 and 2013, has gone on to have a hugely successful career in business and marketing, amassing a fortune of nearly $1 billion. Recently updated, this five-bedroom,...
Looking To Improve Your Real Estate Social Media? It Can Be Difficult Finding The Right Content and Captions To Make It To The Top. See How These Hashtags for Your Social Media Posts Can Increase Your Digital Engagement! No matter where you post on social media—whether it be Facebook, Twitter, TikTok or Instagram—a thoughtful hashtag, or set of hashtags, can...
Have you ever been nerve-wracked watching people walk through your property? Are you trying to figure out when a buyer is interested and what to expect from someone who makes an offer? Most homeowners who are serious will be thinking of making an offer, but they won’t necessarily leap up and make a bid immediately.
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By Kara Masterson Winter means cold temperatures and snow on the ground. Although this season is beautiful, the frigid weather means that the extreme elements winter can bring can also damage various areas in your home. Related: How to Handle a Burst Pipe and Minimize Damage Below are a few areas you may want to keep in mind as temperatures starts to drop across...
By Jordan Grice Being authentic on social media can seem like a marketing buzzword, but it must be essential to every agent’s online presence. Showing people you’re a relatable and genuine professional can go a long way toward branding yourselves as an agent worth hiring. From building relationships with buyers and allowing folks to connect with your brand genuinely,...
Mortgage applications for new-home purchases decreased 2.2% YoY, according to the Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA) Builder Application Survey (BAS) data for November 2021. On a monthly basis, applications decreased by 3%. MBA estimates new single-family home sales were running at a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 905,000 units in November 2021. Key findings: The...
Source: PWB SHE built it and SHE sold it! The House That SHE Built, a new home in Saratoga Springs, Utah, designed and built entirely by a female crew, was purchased last month for $675,000. Thanks to the work of countless sponsors and volunteers, $262,200 from the sale will go to advancing efforts to get more women into the construction industry. And the project...
Another year is coming to a close and, with the holidays behind us, we have the New Year now to look forward to. Many people make New Year’s resolutions, whether it be to go to the gym more or quit smoking, but you should also consider making a professional resolution in 2022. From getting more organized to becoming more focused on being proactive, there are endless...
