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Best CRM for Real Estate: Elevate Your Lead Generation
Blog
January 17, 2019 |
In essence, the real estate business is all about developing and managing relationships. The most successful real estate agents really just how important it is to stay on top of their client’s needs. Each year, over 5 million pre-existing homes are sold in the United States. Nearly 90 percent of the people who sell their… Read more
How Loan Officers Can Build Trust with Realtors
Blog
January 16, 2019 |
If you’re a mortgage lender or thinking of becoming one, it pays to build relationships with real estate agents. Real estate agents and mortgage lenders often work closely together. More than just showing potential places to live, realtors, and real estate agents help buyers throughout the entire process. That includes guiding them on how and… Read more
New Ohio Law for Oil and Gas Land Professionals
Blog
January 11, 2019 |
On December 19, 2018, Governor Kasich signed S.B. 263, which among other things, created an exemption for oil and gas land professionals from obtaining an Ohio real estate broker or salesperson license. The exemption was to address the Ohio Supreme Court’s recent ruling in Dundics v. Eric Petro. Corp. In that case, the Ohio Supreme… Read more
Congrats to Our January 2019 Instructor of the Month – Jackie VanDorn
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January 10, 2019 |
We’re happy to announce our first Instructor of the Month for 2019 – Jackie VanDorn! We got the chance to interview Jackie about her time at Hondros, what it takes to succeed in the real estate industry, and thrive as an instructor. This 2016 Instructor of the Year winner has been an active seller and… Read more
Benefits and Disadvantages of Freelancing
Blog
January 9, 2019 |
Being a freelancer is amazing. You set your own schedule, pick your own projects and be your own boss. However, things can get a little complex when tax time rolls around, and finding clients can be a scramble! Here are some of the top considerations about being a freelancer. Benefit: You Make the Rules If… Read more
Superintendent Addresses MLS Issues in Advisory Letters
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January 4, 2019 |
Although the Superintendent of the Division of Real Estate does not enforce Multiple Listing Service (“MLS”) Rules, the publicly disseminated information in the MLS can be viewed as advertising. License law requires licensees to refrain from publishing any advertising that can be misleading or misrepresents any properties, terms, values, policies, or services of the business… Read more
Should I Hire a Real Estate Photographer?
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January 3, 2019 |
Photographs and videos can play key roles in improving your real estate sales. For instance, you can use videos to establish yourself as an authority in your real estate niche and make how-to videos for new homeowners. You can also use several types of marketing videos to attract more clients. When it comes to taking… Read more
5 Trends Every Appraiser Should Watch for in 2019
Appraisal, Blog
January 2, 2019 |
To be ahead of the real estate market, seasoned appraisers cannot afford to become stagnant regarding the current trends. They must get out in front of them if possible to maintain that advantage edge. In this article, we’ll discuss several trends that are prone to have an impact on the appraising industry. By the end… Read more
Real Estate Division Taskforce Decides on Property Management Credential
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December 28, 2018 |
In late 2016, the Ohio Division of Real Estate Property Management Taskforce began meeting as a follow up to the Division’s Ohio Licensing Structure Taskforce that culminated in H.B. 532 (which was enacted in April of 2017). The Ohio Real Estate Commission charged the taskforce with determining whether a real estate licensee should obtain a… Read more
How to Fine-Tune Your Freelance Business Model
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December 27, 2018 |
The future, outlets like Entrepreneur proclaim, is freelance. “More than half of all U.S. workers are expected to freelance by 2027,” the source predicts, and for the intrepid souls who are new to freelancing, some advice on how to maximize their business would be beneficial. That’s where this short guide comes into play. Today, we’re… Read more
Top Tips for Recruiting Freelancers
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December 26, 2018 |
In the real estate business, you work with freelancers every day. You might contract work out to inspectors, electricians, handymen, videographers, or real-estate marketers. As more real estate businesses utilize the huge freelance market, how do you source the best talent? How do you recruit the right workers remotely? There are many websites to hire… Read more
