No matter who won the 2016 presidential election, economic changes were bound to occur. The housing market is no exception. With Donald Trump as the current president-elect, the citizens of the United States have many questions about the economy. Whether you are thinking about buying in the future or you currently work as a real…
If you are a real estate agent operating out of New York or you are still contemplating your career choice, you need to understand the realtor continuing education requirements. Educational requirements differ from state to state, and New York has specific guidelines for course hours and topics. Not sure about your state’s continuing education requirements?…
Everybody who hasn’t spent too much time looking at their phones lately realizes that millennials are growing up. Millennials are becoming homeowners, and they need your help. You might think that millennials are out of range because of their desire to seek out technological tools, but your role as a real estate agent is actually…
In the course of your work as a real estate agent or broker, you might find yourself in a position where you need to make a judgment call. This comes into play when you have a potential buyer asking if he or she can take photos and videos of the house they are looking at.…
We all know that real estate agents are an incredibly helpful part of the process of purchasing a home, providing an excellent resource for anybody buying or selling a home. But one question remains: Is it necessary to have a real estate agent when you are a buyer? Real Estate Agents Understand the Paperwork If…
Every real estate agent is busy, and yet so many still take time out of the day to update social media websites. Does it seem counter-intuitive? It shouldn’t. Social media is an essential component for every real estate agent’s business, and you need to carve out a chunk of time if you want to experience…
Realtors are occasionally tasked with trying to sell a house that has been called “haunted,” but is actually known as stigmatized in the world of real estate. The truth is that a buyer wants to know everything possible about a home before they choose to live in it or invest. Even if you do not…
Real estate agents, current and aspiring, are beginning to rely on the use of drones to market homes for sale. Whether you are interested in learning how to capture the best shots or are wondering if you need insurance for your new drone, these tips will help you make good choices according to regulations set…
If you have thought about becoming a real estate agent, you have likely noticed that many have a string of certifications following their names. If you work with Accredited Land Consultants or Certified Distressed Property Experts, you will see a string of letters behind their name, like SRS or CDPE. These certifications indicate that somebody…