By learning about effective rental property tax deductions, REALTORS® can increase customer confidence, make buyers happier, and even help to secure return buyers. It makes sense to know your properties and the market, but it is also a good idea…
It goes without saying that making your home more energy efficient is a great idea. But the lower energy bills and improved year round comfort do come with upfront overhead costs that turn off many homeowners. Thankfully, there’s a way…
City life is busy life: the concrete jungle is an environment full of people, buildings, and businesses that are constantly moving and evolving. For some, this feeling of non-stop action is the ideal living environment. Yet, no matter how much…
A homeowner’s insurance policy is necessary for homeowners in order to cover the cost of repairing and/or replacing their home in cases of natural disasters, fires and/or other mishaps. And, of course, if a buyer is relying on a mortgage…
If you’re a fan of science fiction films, you likely hear the phrase artificial intelligence and immediately conjure up mental images of advanced robots, maybe with inexplicable Austrian accents, deciding they’ve had enough of the human race’s antics and attempting…
Being a real estate agent not easy—especially if you’re new to the industry. There are over 2 million licensed REALTORS® in the country, and it’s estimated that this number will continue to grow at a steady rate over the next…
A large Facebook following can help you increase your sphere of influence, sell more homes, and attract new leads. To grow your audience, however, you need to have a well-maintained Facebook page that is working for you in all the…
According to the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC), more than half of consumers plan on going green when they look for their next home. It’s clear that the majority of prospective buyers are looking for green homes—and they’re willing to…
For real estate agents, your name is your brand. A strong brand distinguishes you from the competition and positions you as an expert in your community, allowing you to leverage your name to get quality real estate leads that are…
The real estate industry is extremely competitive. There are so many agents out there and if you don’t stand out from the crowd, you’re going to get lost in it. Traditional advertising will only take you so far with today’s…