Dry Eye Syndrome? Drops Are Not the Only Option

Your eyes are dry, itching, burning. It seems like a pretty straightforward diagnosis: dry eye syndrome. But it’s a little more complicated than that. Dry eye syndrome actually is an umbrella term for a number of different conditions that can diminish … Continue reading

Your Second Half of Life Should Be Filled With These 4-Letter Words

The second half of life (I’ll optimistically call it the 50-to-100 phase) is rife with both opportunity and challenge. It’s a time when social expectations expect us to begin to “wind down” rather than “rewind;” to “land” and not “take off;” to retire … Continue reading

The Ethical Will: Life Is About More Than Your Possessions

When people find out Debby Mycroft helps people write ethical wills, she always gets a predictable response: The Lament. “They say, ‘Oh, I wish I had a letter from my dad or grandmother or great aunt,’ whoever that person was. I have not come across a … Continue reading

5 simple tips for setting buyer expectations

If you’ve ever had stressed out buyers, you know that they can consume your time, resources and energy. Take the time to explain the purchase process and set expectations, and you’ll create a zen buyer experience that your clients will remember forever… Continue reading

Does property activity online boost your listing’s exposure?

Why aren’t we looking closer at views, favorites and the metrics that make a listing stand out? Troy Palmquist digs into popular sites’ metrics, or lack thereof. Continue reading

How to get through the intensely personal process of choosing a brokerage

There’s been much dialogue around why agents choose a certain brokerage and what makes them so fiercely protective of the one they’ve picked. The bottom line is it’s an intensely personal decision, which comes as a result of many different factors. Her… Continue reading

How to find your support system as a newbie

Especially as you begin in real estate, it’s critical to assemble a support system that will carry you through the highs and lows of this business. Here’s what you should do to seek out those who will aid your professional development. Continue reading

Marijuana-friendly cities see uptick in home values: Study

Homeowners who live in cities where recreational marijuana is legal can breathe a sigh of relief: Home values in those area have grown by $6,337 more than homes in towns where marijuana remains illegal. Continue reading