Looking Back at the First Earth Day 50 Years Ago — and Ahead

At 59, Heidi Carle is just about old enough to remember the first Earth Day with clarity. “I remember how exciting it was,” says the Rensselaerville, N.Y. librarian, with lingering enthusiasm. It was April 22, 1970, and Carle was among the third grader… Continue reading

How to talk to distressed homeowners about their options

If you know of anyone who is facing a mortgage crunch due to COVID-19, time is of the essence. Here’s how you can help struggling homeowners get the help they need to fix their mortgage issues and keep their homes. Continue reading

How to sell real estate in a coronavirus hot spot

In certain situations, it becomes necessary to list or show properties. When that happens, agents need to be prepared, especially if they’re in a “hot spot.” Here are a few things to keep in mind. Continue reading

27 tech terms every agent should know

Confused by technology jargon? Not anymore. Here’s a rundown of the tech-speak words you should know related to proptech, apps and other tech that’s quickly dominating real estate today. Continue reading

Apple’s iPhone 12 leaked: What do agents have to look forward to?

Subtle marketing or legit leak? Either way, Apple’s iPhone 12 will be larger and faster, and it’s rumored to come with LiDAR scanning tech on its three-lens, 3D camera. Continue reading

Senate approves $310B in new funding for small business loan program

The money is meant to replenish the Paycheck Protection Program, a potentially important lifeline for real estate professionals. Continue reading

US market data suggests a checkmark-shaped real estate recovery

The latest U.S. market data shines a light on what the dip and recovery will look like — a checkmark shape — with an immediate drop, three to four weeks at the bottom and a slow recovery period. Continue reading