Nicole Toombs - Hondros College Contributor
Articles by Nicole Toombs - Hondros College Contributor
Home Inspection: What I Wish I Knew in My First Year
Blog, Home Inspection
July 25, 2018 |
As an experienced home inspector, I’ve learned a lot; some of it good, some of it scary, but all of it important. If I’d known some of these things when I first started out, I could have saved myself time and aggravation. So, now that I have a few years of experience under my belt,… Read more
The Entrepreneur’s Guide to Staying Sane
Blog
July 5, 2018 |
The life of an entrepreneur is filled with things they think they must do to make their business a success. While they may reach that goal, it could come at a high personal price. In fact, 32 percent of entrepreneurs experience two or more mental health conditions. Starting a business isn’t easy, but it helps… Read more
How to Find Success in Your First Year as an Appraiser
Appraisal, Blog
June 27, 2018 |
As a real estate appraiser, you have the most important role in the property-buying process. Without you, sellers can’t sell their homes and buyers can’t buy them. Now that you’ve completed your training and are gainfully employed. So far, so good. Here are some tips to make sure you flourish in your first year as… Read more
Hondros College Announces Acquisition of Ohio Real Estate School
Blog, News
June 26, 2018 |
COLUMBUS, OH (June 25, 2018) – Hondros College, a division of Hondros Education Group (HEG), announced today that it has acquired the Ohio Institute of Real Estate Studies (OIRES) in a partnership that will further unify real estate education in Ohio. Based in the Medina, OIRES will pool its talents with Hondros College to represent the largest real… Read more
How Can a Home Inspector Use Drones?
Blog, Home Inspection
June 20, 2018 |
Like a private detective in a true crime novel, a home inspector searches for clues. Mildew, damp, creaky roofs — a good inspector has a knack for finding all the hidden evidence that could impact the price of a property – smart houses included. Now, these professionals are using aerial vehicles in their inspections. Drone technology… Read more
Why Visuals Are So Important for Your Website
Blog
June 14, 2018 |
The quest for the perfect website doesn’t begin and end with selecting the right template or web designer. In today’s competitive digital environment, visual assets will set you apart from other industry professionals and help you capture more leads. Web design trends for 2018 and beyond emphasize visual experiences for visitors, and these experiences require… Read more
Commercial vs. Residential Real Estate: Which is Right for You?
Blog
June 6, 2018 |
The real estate industry is an attractive career niche for entrepreneurs. Both residential and commercial real estate offer lucrative income opportunities, low start-up costs, and long-term growth potential. If you’re considering a career in real estate, explore all your options before you dive into classes. Commercial vs. Residential Real Estate While both commercial and residential… Read more
What Is a Brand and Why Do I Need One?
Blog
May 31, 2018 |
You’ve probably heard people talking about how important it is for every business to create a brand – regardless of whether it’s a Fortune 500 company or a one-person business. But, if you’re like many entrepreneurs, you may not know the true purpose of a brand and the benefits it can have on your business…. Read more
Student Success Story: Meet Olivia Nicodemus, Real Estate Agent
Blog
June 23, 2016 |
We love getting the chance to brag about our alumni! As we’ve previously posted, you’ll see that our graduates often find great success. Olivia Nicodemus finish her pre-licensing courses with us in 2006 and completed our Associate Degree Program in 2007. Starting her real estate career when she was just 19, she quickly learned the… Read more
Tina Lapp is installed as 2016 President of REEA!
Blog
June 9, 2016 |
At Hondros, one of our values we were founded on is the concept of giving back. Whether to the community, our employees or our students you can find examples everyday of Hondros quietly doing the right thing. Many employees also volunteer for local and national organizations. In that spirit we are proud to announce Tina… Read more
6 Ways to Prepare for the Appraisal Process
Appraisal, Blog
June 8, 2016 |
The central Ohio housing market is being threatened by low appraisals. According to a recent Dispatch article, “…appraisers are concluding that some homes simply aren’t worth what buyers are offering to pay. The findings are forcing deals to be renegotiated and, in some cases, killed.” Appraisals are used by mortgage companies as a way to… Read more
