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Court Reverses Ohio Real Estate Commission
Blog
March 9, 2018 |
In a recent decision, a Franklin County Court of Common Pleas Judge reversed the Ohio Real Estate Commission decision to revoke the real estate salesperson license of Tony V. Sekulovski. The Court found the Commission’s decision violated Mr. Sekulovski’s due process rights and the Commission’s interpretation of license law statutes was contrary to law. The… 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
Alumni Success Story: Denise Gifford
Blog, Student Success Stories
March 7, 2018 |
For 50 years, Hondros has educated some of the top real estate agents in Ohio. We are proud of our alumni and seek active relationships with them well after they pass their exams. We sat down with Hondros Alum, Denise Gifford, and asked about her journey to success in the real estate industry. Why did… Read more
Copyright Updates to Protect Your Website
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March 2, 2018 |
In the millennial age, it has become a necessity for licensees seeking success to have a website that displays personal information, services the licensee offers and, of course, listings. A lot of time and effort go into creating both the visual aspects as well as the content on a website. The end result is a… Read more
Do I Need a Business Degree?
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March 1, 2018 |
Do I need a business degree to be successful in business? The short answer is no, you don’t. Some people simply have the right experience and the right relationships to build a great foundation for a successful enterprise. However, everyone does not fall into that category. As a matter of fact, Forbes Magazine contributing writer, Eric… Read more
5 Top Real Estate Trends to Watch
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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
Tiny House Movement Meets Slow Progress
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February 23, 2018 |
The tiny house movement has continued to grow in popularity over the last few years. Now we have the United Tiny House Association, a Tiny House Conference, and brokerages that specialize in selling tiny homes. Tiny houses are even the subject of television and reality tv shows. Unfortunately, the proliferation of these tiny homes has… 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
Tax Savings: Organize Your Real Estate Income
Blog
February 19, 2018 |
It’s important to organize your real estate income and expenses so that you don’t overpay at tax time. The key to savings at tax time is to know which deductions realtors are most likely to miss and organize them by category for your accountant. Accounting software programs like QuickBooks and FreshBooks will help you keep… Read more
Understanding Home Construction Contracts
Blog
February 16, 2018 |
Due to the tight real estate market, your clients may be contemplating building a custom home or building a home through a tract home builder. In either scenario, it is important that you understand the differences between the two main types of home construction contracts. Your clients should also always be directed to consult with… Read more
5 Reasons You Should Hire A Tax Professional This Year
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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
