Kristan Weaver - Hondros College Contributor
Articles by Kristan Weaver - Hondros College Contributor
Top Benefits of Growing Your Team
Blog
March 17, 2018 |
According to a study conducted by Office Vibe, more than 60 percent of the business owners they talked to claimed to be concerned with the cost of unfilled positions within their company. This same study found that employee turnover rate can be reduced by nearly 28 percent by investing in employer branding. Having the right… Read more
How to Predict Real Estate Trends
Blog
March 8, 2018 |
The realm of real estate trend prediction is full of fortune tellers and doomsayers. Rarely do the so-called experts agree. However, getting a handle on current trends is not as hard as all that. While it’s true that no one can accurately predict the future of anything, there are some things you can do to… Read more
5 Top Real Estate Trends to Watch
Blog
February 28, 2018 |
Predicting trends in the constantly evolving real estate market is always a fun adventure! There’s always something new around the bend. This goes for commercial, retail, or residential real estate. Trends can come from anywhere. Anything from rising mortgage rates, falling home sale prices, a phenomenon like the 2008 housing bubble, to the newest trend… Read more
Features of Accounting Packages for Small Business
Blog
February 21, 2018 |
Real estate is your strength, not accounting, but you need to handle the taxes and other financial matters for your small business. Luckily, accounting software packages make it easier for you to manage these tasks and stay on top of your administrative responsibilities. FreshBooks FreshBooks is an excellent choice for new small business owners, as… Read more
5 Reasons You Should Hire A Tax Professional This Year
Blog
February 14, 2018 |
Using a tax professional to help make sure you get the largest possible refund this year is just one reason it pays to turn over this important job to the experts. At tax time, most small business owners focus on minimizing their tax bill or getting the biggest refund possible. Either way, a tax professional… Read more
How to Prepare Clients for a Home Inspection
Blog, Home Inspection
January 24, 2018 |
Whether buying or selling, your clients will eventually need a home inspection. They are an industry-standard method for recording the strengths and weaknesses of a property. An inspection protects both parties with a comprehensive review of the home’s condition. The inspection team, usually hired by the buyer, will assess a home in a session of… Read more
Opportunities Found in the Appraisal Industry
Appraisal, Blog
January 10, 2018 |
It’s a good time to become a real estate appraiser! For a variety of reasons, trained and certified appraisers are in higher demand than ever before. According to the Appraisal Institute, the number of licensed professional appraisers in the U.S. has declined each year for at least the past five years. Many professionals currently in… Read more
How to Build Your Brand Identity and Improve Your Online Presence
Blog
December 29, 2017 |
As a real estate agent, what you really are is an entrepreneur. True, you work for a broker, but in reality, you’re building your own business from the ground up. This means you need to generate your own customers and create your own brand. The good news is it’s never too early to start. Branding… Read more
How Real Estate Agents Can Manage Difficult Home Buyers
Blog
November 30, 2017 |
Whether you’re a seasoned agent or just starting out at a real estate school, one thing that all agents need to learn is how to handle difficult home buyers. How to Recognize Difficult Home Buyers There are several warning signs to look for when you are working with buyers. Rigid Requirements Every buyer should know… Read more
How the Buyer’s Market will Support Your Home Inspection Career
Blog, Home Inspection
November 22, 2017 |
In real estate, a buyer’s market is as simple as a market that is beneficial to the buyer. Prices are relatively low because supply exceeds demand. So, if you’re interested in purchasing a home, and the state of the market is favorable for buyers, you’ll likely be able to pick and choose what’s right for… Read more
Top 5 Reasons to Upgrade Your Appraisal License
Blog
November 2, 2017 |
Are you stuck in a rut and wish you could advance your appraisal career? Consider an upgrade. Upgrading your appraisal license comes along with many benefits. From increased income potential to leadership opportunities to local market advantage, a license upgrade can offer you a more satisfying career. Here are five reasons to move up in… Read more
