Real Estate
Using Broker Lien Law to Protect Commissions
Blog, Real Estate
September 27, 2019 |
Commercial Brokers have an added tool available for them to collect an outstanding commission. Ohio’s Broker Lien Law allows a broker to file an affidavit creating a lien against an owner’s property for the amount owed. The lien can then be foreclosed or paid when title transfers to a buyer. The amount of the lien… Read more
Ways to Attract and Recruit the Best Employees
Blog, Real Estate
September 19, 2019 |
There is an old saying, “what got you here won’t get you where you want to go.” Your organization may have some of the best employees – loyal, hardworking, and those that embrace and embody the mission and ideals of the organization. Most companies are not clear on what they want and what they actually… Read more
Ohio Department of Commerce Issues Fiscal Year 2019 Report
Blog, Real Estate
September 13, 2019 |
The Ohio Department of Commerce has issued its annual report for fiscal year 2019. As the state’s chief regulatory agency, Commerce regulates more than 6,000,000 licensees and regulated entities. One of Commerce’s Divisions is the Division of Real Estate and Professional Licensing. The report details several new programs the Division gained authority over during the… Read more
Updates to Home Inspection Rules
Blog, Home Inspection, Real Estate
September 12, 2019 |
UPDATED SEPTEMBER 12, 2019: As of Thursday, September 5th, 2019, the Home Inspection Board approved the draft of the Ohio Administrative Rules for the state of Ohio and will be available for public comment. For the latest news regarding the home inspector program, visit the Department of Commerce’s Division of Real Estate & Professional Licensing website…. Read more
How New Agents Can Optimize Facebook For Better Lead Generation
Blog, Real Estate
September 11, 2019 |
Facebook has a lot to offer in real estate. It includes a potential audience of more than 2 billion users, including 68 percent of all adults in the U.S. It also includes robust features to subset your leads and provide targeted marketing campaigns. As a new real estate agent, you are well placed to cash… Read more
Congrats to Our September 2019 Instructor of The Month – Ron Eatmon
Blog, Real Estate
September 4, 2019 |
We’re happy to announce the winner of September 2019’s Instructor of the month – Ron Eatmon! On top of working with the Hondros family for nine years, he started his own insurance agency in Columbus 20 years ago – now that’s an experienced instructor! Ron first learned about Hondros during an Open House event and… Read more
Navigating the Statute of Frauds
Blog, Real Estate
August 30, 2019 |
Generally, a statute of frauds is a law that requires certain types of contracts to be in writing and signed by the parties. Although laws vary from state to state, it is nearly universal that contracts involving the sale of real estate have to be in writing. If the contract is not in writing, then… Read more
7 Ways to Show Your Clients You Appreciate Them
Blog, Real Estate
August 23, 2019 |
As a small business owner, it’s important for you to thank your clients for their business. Thanking customers show them that you really do appreciate them for doing business with you. It can also help you to generate future business at the same time. Thanking your customers in unique ways help ensure that the customers… Read more
UPDATED: Licensing Fee Increases and More in New Ohio Budget Bill
Blog, Real Estate
August 21, 2019 |
As part of the 2019-2020 budget, many of the fees the Division assesses to real estate licensees for applications increased. Also included in the budget were changes to fingerprinting requirements for Ohio applicants for licensure and clarification on real estate transactions for medical marijuana. Some of the proposed fee increases are as follows: New Fingerprinting… Read more
Congrats to Our August 2019 Instructor of The Month – Jon Bradfield
Blog, Real Estate
August 14, 2019 |
We’re happy to announce the winner of August 2019’s Instructor of the month – Jon Bradfield! Having been a part of the Hondros family for three years, he first heard about Hondros from other realtors. Jon cites his favorite aspect of his work is “the people!” This selfless instructor greatly values the knowledge and… Read more
First-Time Homebuyer Savings Accounts Become Closer to Reality in Ohio
Blog, Real Estate
August 9, 2019 |
A first-time homebuyer is a buyer that has not owned a property in the last three years. With the tightening of lending requirements after the mortgage crisis and increasing costs of housing, many first-time homebuyers have trouble saving for a down payment on a home. The legislation is currently pending in Ohio that would create… Read more
