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Say No to Wire Fraud: Call Before You Send

According to the FBI, real estate wire fraud is one of the nation’s fastest-growing and financially damaging internet-enabled crimes, with claimed losses in 2022 exceeding $2.7 billion. The average wire

Essential Readings

From Sci-Fi to Reality: The Rise of Smart Homes in Property Listings

Raise your hand if you remember the Disney Channel Original Movie “Smart House,” which turns 25(!) this year. In the

Four Things New Buyers Should Know About Property Taxes

Benjamin Franklin famously said, “Nothing is certain, except death and taxes.” But first-time home buyers who may be anxious about

Resources on Industry Insights

Championing Change: The Real Estate Agent’s Role in Addressing Housing Inequities

As a real estate professional, you are an influencer in your community. You’re...

Sunbelt Spotlight: The Joy of Volunteering with Susan Hutchinson

Volunteering is more than just an act of kindness; it’s a commitment to...

Building a Better Future Through Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion – Part 2

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion: It Starts With Us It’s clear that more work...

Agent Tips and Resources

Farming: Your Route to Market Domination

How nice would it be to establish yourself as the go-to real estate...

Four Ways to Find Your Niche in the Market

We live in the age of specialization. Physicians typically know which aspect...

Five Ways to Get a Jump on the Spring Market

While housing inventory remains tight in many markets, the good news is that...

Buying and Selling a Home

Four Simple Ways to Lower the Electric Bill

In 2022, the national average residential electricity rate was up eight percent in...

Referrals: The Heart of Your Business

According to a Neilson study, 92% of consumers trust referrals from people they...