The January Issue of Real Estate Magazine Is Now Live

The January issue of RISMedia’s Real Estate magazine is now available, and not to be missed are several exclusive features, including an in-depth look at how Fathom Realty answers the question about commissions, an interview with the recipient of the first annual Real Estate Rookie of the Year, a photo-recap of the 26th Annual Power… […]

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Pending Home Sales Slid 4.0% in November

Pending Home Sales Slid 4.0% in November With mortgage rates falling throughout December, home-buying activity should inevitably rebound in the coming months and help economic growth. Media Contact:  Lauren Cozzi 202-383-1178

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Demand for Vacation Homes Slowing, Report Says

The pandemic-fueled second home boom may be coming to an end, but here’s why it will likely remain elevated compared to historical averages. www.nar.realtor – Vacation, Resort, and Second Homes

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From Paralegal to Real Estate Professional: Finding Success Every Step of the Way

This past November, I had the opportunity to sit down with Rookie of the Year finalist Nicole Dudley during the NAR NXT, the REALTOR® Experience conference in Orlando, Florida, to discuss all things real estate—from how she transitioned into the role by way of her paralegal career to the way in which Schuler Bauer Real… […]

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Second-Home Demand Shows Signs of Slowing

More home buyers may be getting priced out due to rising prices, mortgage rates, and a recent federal government loan fee increase. www.nar.realtor – Vacation, Resort, and Second Homes

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Instant Reaction: Mortgage Rates, December 22, 2022

The 30-year fixed mortgage rate decreased to 6.27% from 7.08% six weeks ago. As a result, homeownership has become nearly 10% more affordable in the last six weeks as the monthly mortgage payment decreased to $ 2,140 for the median-priced home. www.nar.realtor – Research

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Games are Won in the Fourth Quarter

As team leader you’re probably wondering, “how do I end the year strong?” “How can I get my team motivated and keep them motivated through changing conditions, uncertainty, and the end of the year?” Having a relentless focus on the last quarter will pay huge dividends to those who stay focused and stay in the… […]

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Your Blueprint for Brokerage Growth

Why Branding With JPAR® May Be More Valuable Than Ever Hitting the market in 2011, JPAR® – Real Estate has now taken its independent, agent-centric franchise model across the country. Here, JPAR® – Real Estate President and CEO of Company Owned Operations Mark Johnson, and Laura O’Connor, president and COO, JPAR® Franchising, give us a… […]

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The Number One Misconception About Working in Luxury Real Estate

Even though it may be natural to assume that luxury real estate professionals only deal with multi-million dollar properties or with high-end clients and estates that are out of reach of “normal” clients, nothing could be farther from the truth. Today, the designation of luxury pertains as much to experience and service as to the… […]

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Increase Results with a Better Follow-up Strategy

If you’re like most people, you find yourself always in a mode of “getting ready to get ready.” Well, it’s time to do something about it for greater success. Before you start thinking about all the different avenues there are to utilize to either get business as an agent, or to increase your sales team… […]

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