Monthly Archives: March 2020

How agents are handling (and calming) clients’ coronavirus fears

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Three agents in Washington, Texas and Canada share how they’re quelling fears about a possible COVID-19 pandemic by relying on facts and statistics. Continue reading →

Property investment platform Groundfloor doubles revenue to hire 30+

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Launched in 2013, Groundfloor was the first real estate investment vehicle of its kind to be approved by the SEC, and revenue continues to pile up as the real estate market stays strong. Continue reading →

Could coronavirus outbreak delay Airbnb’s initial public offering?

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Bloomberg reported that Airbnb considered beginning the IPO process as early as March. Will uncertainty on Wall Street hold back the short-term rental giant from going public? Continue reading →

Travel plans and coronavirus: Can you get a refund on cancellations?

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Some parts of your travel may be more easily refundable than others, depending on when you booked, where you’re traveling and what services or carriers you’re using. Continue reading →

Michael Jackson’s 18-year-old son Blanket buys $2.6M home

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Michael Preis of RE/MAX One worked with Jackson, best known for his nickname ‘Blanket,’ while David Emanuel of Compass held the listing. Continue reading →

Home prices jump 10.5% in Idaho, drop in Connecticut

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Overall, home prices grew 4 percent year-over-year in January and are expected to keep rising fast, according to the latest CoreLogic report. Continue reading →

How to Pay Off Your Debt in Retirement

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While stepping into retirement might mean walking away from a job, many Americans are dragging financial baggage into this next stage: debt. In recent years, the amount of debt retirees carry has grown, and the numbers are troubling from both a monetar… Continue reading →