8 hard-learned money lessons from housing-crash survivors

In times of turbulence, the best leaders make tough decisions and course corrections, according to agent Shelley Zavitz. Here are financial lessons from real estate agents who made it through the 2008 market crash to help guide you. Continue reading

9 questions second-homebuyers should ask themselves before the search

A second home is both a luxury and a highly nuanced investment that can have a big impact on both lifestyle and finances. Here are nine questions buyers should ask themselves before starting a second-home search. Continue reading

Stingy buyers? Angry sellers? Nurturing clients through a shift

This month: After several consecutive years of a strong sellers’ market, an agent must help her clients accept a major market shift. What tools can her broker provide to enlighten these sellers who may have missed the “peak,” but can still have an incr… Continue reading

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion improves homebuying for individuals with disabilities

According to Amanda Deering, here’s how real estate professionals can work on improving diversity, equity and inclusion in the homebuying journey to foster a sense of belonging for all.  Continue reading

Want to help EVERY client find a dream home? 7 tips for working with buyers with special needs

Even with the best of intentions, it can be difficult to consider all of the factors your clients may need to consider when they’re dealing with mobility issues, vision impairments or other challenges. However, according to Amanda Deering, there are ma… Continue reading

Open up your open house! 5 tips for ensuring everyone has access

Homebuyers have different needs, and an open house offers an opportunity to meet them, according to Amanda Deering. You can bring inclusiveness to your open house to open the doors to individuals with disabilities. Continue reading

Are you missing a quarter of potential clients with your marketing?

Who do you picture when you’re writing your property descriptions or choosing photographs? Make sure that you’re creating an inclusive image of all types of potential buyers, including those with disabilities. Continue reading

More than half of buyers would purchase a haunted home in a competitive market

From things that go bump in the night to ghosts and ghouls of all descriptions, here’s a breakdown of U.S. attitudes towards haunted homes. Continue reading

Headwinds have you considering big changes? Don’t — make these 3 smart moves instead

Instead of making significant changes in your real estate business, broker-owner Gavin Payne recommends making smaller tweaks to navigate a shifting market smartly. 
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Scary but true real estate facts: WATCH if you dare!

That bump in the basement might not just be the wind. Watch this spooky short created by Sue “Pinky” Benson to learn more about the scary side of real estate. Continue reading