Emotional attachments to our homes can be pretty strong. Maybe it served you and your family well, you put a lot of work into fixing it up, or there’s just something about it that stands out to you—something that justifies a high price.
United Real Estate Richmond has announced the firm has been named the No. 3 most productive Black-owned residential brokerage in the U.S. by the National Association of Real Estate Brokers (NAREB). The association’s Top 10 Brokerages recognition honors exceptional, independently owned and franchise brokerages that are majority Black-owned and demonstrate outstanding business performance, leadership and…
Anyone who has seen Brian Buffini in action knows he might very well have been a stand-up comedian, what with his vibrant personality and ability to engage an audience, instead of choosing to make his career as a real estate coach. His most recent Bold Predictions Mid-Year Update, in front of both a live audience…
(TNS)—Sitting at home in Medical Lake (Washington) watching news coverage of the Old Trails fire sweeping through northwest Spokane, Cindy Altheide’s heart ached for the people forced to flee their homes, not knowing what they would return to — or what the years ahead may hold. Three years earlier, Altheide and her husband John lost…
Editor’s Note: Industry moves is RISMedia’s look at new brokerages and key executive changes within the real estate industry. Crye-Leike names Miller to post for Middle Tennessee and North Alabama Crye-Leike Real Estate Services has named Katie Miller vice president and relocation director for Middle Tennessee and North Alabama. In her new role, she will…
Helping people buy and sell homes is usually a joyous endeavor, guiding them through the often difficult and winding process that leads to shaking hands and house keys being handed over. But there are some situations where getting to the closing is much more difficult and emotional. Death can do that, which is why probate…
Editor’s note: The COURT REPORT is RISMedia’s weekly look at current and upcoming lawsuits, investigations and other legal developments around real estate. NAR and Mauricio Umansky spar over decade-old fraud allegation In a long-running lawsuit filed by listing startup PLS.com against the National Association of Realtors® (NAR), allegations of “unprofessional” conduct and “improper” demands are…
Editor’s note: Econ Review is a roundup of the housing and economic market data reports released during the month. As the first half of 2026 has come to a close, the larger expectations for the housing market may not necessarily have been met, but optimism remains. 2026 was originally expected to be a year of…
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Above, from left, Rajeev Sajja, Marki Lemons Ryhal, Charles Oppler, Amy Gromowski and Matthew Rathbun AI usage has increased exponentially over the past year, as brokers and agents implement the technology to increase efficiency, enhance relationships and modernize marketing. But with AI’s advantages come a variety of risks as we plunge into new territory. In…
In 2026, real estate marketing is more competitive than ever. Homeowners are bombarded with emails, social media ads, text messages and online promotions every day. While digital marketing remains essential, many agents are rediscovering the value of a strategy that has delivered results for decades: Direct mail. The difference is that today’s direct mail campaigns…
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