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5 Popular Kitchen and Bathroom Upgrades

RISMEDIA, March 15, 2010—(MCT)—Instead of playing the trade-up game, more homeowners are staying in their homes, upgrading kitchens and baths and building additions to accommodate their needs instead of moving into a bigger house, but there are also some early…


Monday Morning Mobile: Mobile Takes Center Stage in Las Vegas

RISMEDIA, March 15, 2020—As our plane touched down in Las Vegas a sense of energy and excitement overcame the exhaustion of the six-hour plane ride. Now this wasn’t my first time in Las Vegas, but it was my first time in…


Transparency in Today’s Real Estate Market – Learn from Your Bank

RISMEDIA, March 15, 2010—Transparency is talked about by many in the real estate industry. But what exactly is transparency and is it really important to consumers? Does transparency provide any benefit to brokerages? Reviewing case studies in other industries provides us…


January 2010 Real Estate Performance – Home Values Weaken in Many Markets

RISMEDIA, March 15, 2010—Consistent with trends that materialized in December 2009, home value change continued to weaken in many markets around the country during January. Nationally, while the annualized appreciation rate continued to improve– increasing from -5.5% in December to -4.8% in…


Mining Social Media for Competitive Intelligence

RISMEDIA, March 15, 2010—Whether you run a large corporate real estate firm or you’re a local agent, social media outlets can be used to your benefit for more than just their initial intent, making contacts and building relationships. They have now…


10 Healthy Habits for Eating on the Run

RISMEDIA, March 15, 2010—In recognition of National Nutrition Month, Botanic Choice has revealed its list of top 10 healthy habits for eating on the run. With a little planning anyone can eat healthier wherever their day takes them.

1. Keep fresh fruits…


The Home Sellers Seminar Kit

RISMEDIA, March 15, 2010—Our seminar is a great way to connect with potential sellers long before other agents find out they are even thinking about selling. This easy-to-run seminar is the perfect way to fill your listing pipeline now and…


Keller Williams Realty Welcomes Top Producing Southern Arizona Real Estate Brokerage to its Ranks

RISMEDIA, March 15, 2010—Keller Williams Realty Inc. announced the launch of Keller Williams Southern Arizona. The new operation, formerly with Realty Executives, includes seven offices, with more than 375 top-producing real estate agents and staff.

“We felt it was our responsibility…


NAR Urges Congress, Administration to Approach Changing FHA Slowly

RISMEDIA, March 15, 2010—The National Association of Realtors® urged Congress and the administration to move cautiously before making changes to the Federal Housing Administration (FHA) program that has served the needs of millions of American families for more than 75…


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Unfinished Homes a Sad Symbol of Real Estate Downturn

RISMEDIA, March 13, 2010—(MCT)—The listing describes the new, six-bedroom, six-bath Colonial on Timberlane Road in Upper Saddle River, N.J., as “spectacular.” With an asking price of almost $1.6 million, it’s a “must see,” the listing says.

But up close, the picture…


Jumbo Mortgage Market Beginning to Thaw

RISMEDIA, March 13, 2010—(MCT)—Phil Kelly had 18 more months to go before the fixed rate on his $2.5 million mortgage became adjustable. But when Kelly, a former computer executive living in Rancho Santa Fe, California learned he could knock his interest…


The Secret to Success? Treat Your Business Like a Job

RISMEDIA, March 13, 2010—Finding success in today’s real estate market is about getting back to basics- which for many real estate professionals means showing up every day ready to work. Here, Alicia Trevino, President & CEO Century 21 Alicia Trevino Realtors…


Around the Home – Eating Healthy without Breaking the Bank

RISMEDIA, March 13, 2010—(MCT)—Nutritious foods can be expensive, but dietitians say there are ways to go healthy without going broke. The following tips will help you maintain your healthy eating routine while keeping money in the bank.

Plan ahead. Write out a…


Renters: 6 Ways to Spruce Up Your Space

RISMEDIA, March 13, 2010—(MCT)—The new American dream: Renting, until the dust settles. More Americans are renting homes and giving up on home ownership—at least for now. Job loss and foreclosures are forcing some folks out of their family homes and…


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5 Tips for a Successful Home Remodel

RISMEDIA, March 12, 2010—As spring approaches, many homeowners grow eager to start remodeling projects to update and refresh their surroundings. Before getting started, it’s a good idea to hire a professional remodeler for a workable plan and better results, according…


Experts to Offer Insight into Team Building 2010 at Social Media Summit

RISMEDIA, March 12, 2010—RISMedia’s 2010 Real Estate Leadership Conference—‘The Real Estate Social Media Summit’—will provide the perfect backdrop for real estate professionals who are looking to capitalize, even in today’s challenging market.

Industry experts Julie Vanderblue, John Bendall, Gregg Neuman, Patty McCarthy,…


Government Urges Short Sales; Experts Aren’t Sure They’ll Help

RISMEDIA, March 12, 2010—(MCT)—With the highly touted federal mortgage-modification program falling short of its target numbers, the government has looked into alternatives to foreclosure and come up with a possible, though not original, solution: the short sale, a transaction in which…