By Anica Oaks Making the choice to purchase a new home is a major decision for anyone. Once you’ve settled on the idea that you do want to buy a home, there are many more options you’ll have to face; one of the most important is the ideal size of a home to best fit your family and lifestyle. Here are some tips so that you can choose the right size home to meet...
Are you considering either building a modular home or buying one that's already constructed? You are not alone. Many folks are turning to modular homes as another housing choice. Cost-efficient and headache-free, a modular home can be a great option for homeowners who dream of owning their very own custom home but don't want to go through the pains of managing architects...
Long Doan decided at age 13 that he was lucky. After fleeing Vietnam in the early '80s, Doan found himself in a Malaysian refugee camp nicknamed Hell Island, with a 50/50 chance of survival. During one emotional night at the camp, Doan found his "why" and decided that he would view himself as lucky in life from that point forward. Fast forward to 2009, when Doan...
Earlier this month, RISMedia announced the 2021 Real Estate Newsmakers and, for the fourth consecutive year, its 2021 Newsmakers Hall of Fame—a select group within RISMedia’s annual Newsmaker honorees, which celebrates icons in the industry for their long-standing and/or exemplary service.
Join us in celebrating the 2021 Hall of Fame Newsmakers:
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By Lizzie Weakley To earn some extra money, you may consider renting out your home. You cannot rush into this process, however, because there are many guidelines that you must review first. Here are some steps to follow if you're serious about renting out your home legally and sensibly: Check the Reliability of Your Tenants It's easy to end up with a tenant who...
Real estate is an industry that attracts—and welcomes—people from every walk of life. No matter where you are in your life, or your particular career trajectory, real estate maintains a certain draw for many people in the U.S. This is certainly true for former MLB player and Yankees World Series Champion Jim Bruske. Bruske began his real estate career in 2013,...
When it comes to lead generation and maintaining strong client relationships, social media is a real estate agent's most powerful tool. From showcasing your available listings to posting educational content that keeps your audience engaged, each platform offers a chance to reach new potential clients and stay connected to your ever-growing social sphere. But your...
Sherri Johnson was raised by entrepreneurs, growing up in a family-owned business where her parents taught her the importance of hard work and perseverance. As she shifted into a career in real estate, she became a top-producing agent and manager, utilizing her skills to coach real estate professionals and help them grow in their businesses. From building her successful...
Today, RISMedia announced its 2021 Real Estate Newsmakers. This year's honorees are a dynamic group of individuals who, despite the onslaught of challenges they faced in 2020 due to the coronavirus health crisis, have made news for their positive contributions to the consumers and communities they serve. RISMedia's 2021 Real Estate Newsmakers include nearly 300 industry...
During RISMedia's 2021 "Real Estate's Rocking in the New Year" virtual event, co-presented with the National Association of REALTORS®, Marki Lemons Ryhal, global virtual keynote speaker and international best-selling author, moderated the panel, More Than Just Likes: A Blueprint for Online Success. Joining her on this panel was Sheena Baker, broker for CarMarc Realty;...
