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      Many of you may have watched with horror and unbelief the story about Real Estate Agent Beverly Carter that aired on NBC's Dateline recently. Beverly,…
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      What happens if your broker passes or your broker is the subject of a disciplinary suspension or revocation? Although such is horrible to contemplate, should…
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      With the new year, we inevitably take stock of the past and contemplate improvements for the future. What are options for improving my practice? You…
    - Big Changes Proposed to the CR/CBA Purchase Contract - Part I
      The Columbus Realtors and the Columbus Bar Association are currently working on significant changes to the standard residential purchase agreement, taking it from 10 to…
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      As discussed in a previous article (Part I), the Columbus Realtors and the Columbus Bar Association are currently working on significant changes to the standard…
    - Commercial Cooperation Agreements
      Did you know that brokers and salespeople that are not licensed in Ohio can practice real estate in Ohio .. legally? It's true, but as…
    - Deadlines & Consequences.
      As a mother of school age children, I'm constantly explaining deadlines and consequences to my kids (sometimes with moderate success). My reason for a deadline…
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      Grrr… nothing makes me more disgruntled than the thought of taxes. In the beginning over every year, we turn our attention over to the issue…
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      Few know that there is a legal distinction between interests in real estate, which are subject to License Law, and licenses, which are not. Why…
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      Whenever I'm out teaching, the question of what to and not to disclose regarding property defects is always a hot topic. I understand the tension…
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      As an attorney it is drilled into law school studies the attorney-client privilege. Such has been the subject of sensational courtroom dramas and real life…
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      Those that engage in guerrilla warfare are referred to as rebels, insurgents or mercenaries. The principal being that tactics utilized while engaging in guerrilla warfare…
    - Hubbard Family Trust, et al. v. TNT Land Holdings, et al. Case Study Part I
      I recently had occasion to read a decision issued by the Ohio Fourth Appellate District concerning seller and agent liability to a buyer for property…
    - Hubbard Family Trust, et al. v. TNT Land Holdings, et al. Case Study Part II
      Previously I discussed this case and decision issued by the Ohio Fourth Appellate District upholding a jury's award of a quarter million dollar verdict against…
    - Is Cancellation of Debt Income?
      Generally, any cancellation of debt must be reported to the IRS as income and such may increase a filer's tax liability. There are however a…
    - Mediation Doesn't Always Mean Money
      A large part of my practice is before the Ohio Division of Real Estate, and I've been involved in countless mediations. Many of you likely…
    - Ohio's Broker Lien Law
      For commercial real estate practitioners, it is important to understand how Ohio's Broker Lien Law operates. An understanding of the process of obtaining, perfecting and…
    - Ohio's Transfer on Death Affidavit
      My practice doesn't include probate work, but I often face questions from clients about end of life decisions pertaining to real estate. If find there…
    - Property Management Trust Accounts
      All real estate brokerage are required to maintain a general trust account and wouldn't achieve licensure without it. The law requires these trust accounts to…
    - Real Estate Auctions
      I absolutely love the cadence of an auctioneer calling a bid and working a room. Not long ago I attended a charity auction and just…
    - Residential Rentals are HOT - Part II - Rent and Security Deposits
      This article will discuss the payment of rent and security deposits. Rent can be a defined term in any agreement, meaning it may constitute more…
    - Residential Rentals are HOT - Part III - Rent Escrow
      Under certain circumstances, a tenant may escrow rent with the county clerk of courts rather than pay the rent to the landlord. The tenant can…
    - Residential Rentals are HOT - Part IV - Eviction
      Thus far we've discussed the lease agreement, payment of rent, the security deposit and the rent escrow process. If all else fails in a dispute…
    - Residential Rentals are HOT!
      The US rental market for single family and multi-family homes is booming. Everywhere you look apartments are under construction and the "for rent" sign is…
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      Whenever I'm out teaching classes, I always notice that I have rapt attention during any discussion of commissions, rebates, inducements, etc. After all, everyone likes…
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      Vision is not enough. It must be combined with venture. It is not enough to stare up the steps; we must also step up the…
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    FAQ's on the Residential Property Disclosure Form The Residential Property Disclosure Form (RPDF) is the source of many questions, ranging from who must complete it…
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    I have never had a case where I wished an agent hadn't kept documents. The fact is keeping transactional documents are essential in either prosecuting…
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    Best Practices with Residential Property Disclosure Form Recently I was involved in a civil case whereby a buyer sued a listing agent for incorrect information…
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    Why wait until you are the subject of a Division of Real Estate investigation or audit to find out whether your brokerage is license law…
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    The Eleventh District Court of Appeals recently affirmed a trial court's granting of summary judgment against buyer plaintiffs who sued sellers and the sellers' agent…
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    On April 25th, Representative Ryan Smith introduced legislation that proposes changes to Ohio's real estate license law The proposals are numerous and will be dissected in…
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    Legislation has been introduced in the Ohio House that would prohibit housing discrimination on the basis of sexual orientation with respect to employment and housing…
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    On May 25, 2016, the Ohio Legislature passed HB 390, which is pending the Governor's signature. It is expected the Governor will sign the legislation…
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    This is the second in a series of articles reviewing provisions of HB 390, which will modernize Ohio's foreclosure process. In the last article we…
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    We all know that a Brokerage cannot pay a commission to or divide fees with an unlicensed person or entity. There is however a little…
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    We all know that every brokerage is tasked with developing a mandatory company policy. However, this document can serve a more important purpose. It can…
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26,000 OHIO INSURANCE JOBS BY 2020
BY VINCE DiBARTOLO Insurance Education Advisor at Hondros College of Business The Ohio insurance industry needs 26,000 skilled workers by 2020, according to a new workforce study cited by... Read more
3 critical strategies to urge first-time homebuyers to act now
According to the National Association of Realtors’ 2014 Profile of Home Buyers and Sellers, first-time buyers accounted for only 33 percent of all sales, the lowest mark in this century.... Read more
5 Simple Life Hacks to Boost Experience
By Sam DeBord (Realtor.org) Real estate rookies can really kick start their learning experience by picking up some simple shortcuts from those who’ve been selling for many years. These are... Read more
Appraiser Qualifications Board Q & A’s
Most practicing appraisers and appraisal students are familiar with the USPAP Q & As offered as guidance by the Appraisal Standards Board (ASB). But did you know that the Appraiser... Read more
Auto and Home Insurance Rates Among Lowest in the Country
By Vince DiBartolo – Insurance Education Advisor Lieutenant Governor and Department of Insurance Director Mary Taylor announced Ohio’s average auto and homeowner’s rate changes for 2013. The average rate changes... Read more
Disclosure of Assignment Results
Hopefully, appraisers have noted that the USPAP definition of Assignment Results has been edited in the 2014-2015 Edition of USPAP. While the overall definition has not really changed, the Comment... Read more
Existing home sales jump 5.1% in May
Existing home sales bounced up at the highest pace in nearly six years in May, resuming improvement in the housing market after an unexpected decline in April. Sales rose 5.1%... Read more
Financial Aid Event to be Held at Hondros College
Hondros College’s West Chester Campus will host the state-wide college financial aid event “College Goal Sunday” (CGS) on February 10, 2013 at 2:00 p.m. The free event, presented by the... Read more
First time since June: Home contracts rise
April 28, 2014 Christopher S. Rugaber, AP WASHINGTON — More Americans signed contracts to buy homes in March, the first increase since June and a sign that the... Read more
Homebuyers have a spring in their step
As we bid adieu to another harsh winter and welcome a more cheerful season — at least in some areas of the country, anyway — prospective homebuyers have a spring... Read more
Hondros College Announces 2013 Personal Fitness Open House Dates
Hondros College, a National Council on Strength and Fitness (NCSF) approved training provider, announced today the 2013 open house dates for prospective students at three of their Ohio campuses. Four... Read more
Hondros College Announces 2013 Real Estate Career Night Dates
Hondros College, Ohio’s top real-estate college, announced today the initial 2013 open-house dates for prospective real-estate students at their six Ohio campuses. Due to the increased strength of the current... Read more
Hondros College Announces 2013 Spring Real Estate-Industry Forecast
Hondros College announced today its 2013 spring real estate industry forecast. Based on trends from the Hondros College database of student statistics and the 2013 Ohio Association of Realtors® (OAR)... Read more
Hondros College Announces New Involvement in the Oil & Gas Industry
Hondros College, with multiple locations throughout Ohio dedicated to helping the Ohio workforce enter and succeed in various careers and industries, announced today it will begin offering SafeLand USA safety... Read more
Hondros College Honors Faculty Member and Announces Scholarship Recipient During Annual Meeting
Hondros College announced the 2012 recipients of the Hondros College School of Business Distinguished Faculty Award and the James Dwyer Memorial Scholarship during the college’s 2012 Annual Meeting on Tuesday,... Read more
Hondros College Launches Online Marketing Courses to Help Small Business Owners Grow Their Business Through Digital Marketing
Hondros College is pleased to announce the launch of Online Marketing Specialist Programs to help business owners master the digital marketing skills needed to grow your business in this competitive... Read more
Hondros College of Business Announces Career Launch Event Schedule and New Campus Location
Columbus, Ohio (PRWEB) May 12, 2014 Hondros College of Business announces the spring and summer Career Launch Event schedule and a new location. Starting this month, the College is offering... Read more
Hondros College of Business Announces Expert Speaker Series
Hondros College of Business is pleased to welcome Scott Phillips Jr., who was recently recognized by the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR) as one of real estate’s 30 Under 30,... Read more
Hondros College Of Business Announces Increase In Real Estate Career Night Dates For Remainder Of 2013
Hondros College of Business, Ohio’s top real-estate college, announced the 2013 open-house dates for prospective real-estate students at their six Ohio campuses. Due to the increased strength of the current... Read more
Hondros College of Business Announces Increase in Real Estate Career Night Dates for Winter and Spring 2014
Hondros College of Business, Ohio’s top real-estate college, announced the January through April 2014 open-house dates for prospective real-estate students at their six Ohio campuses. Due to the increased strength... Read more
Hondros College of Business Announces Merger with Arizona School of Real Estate and Business
The Hondros Family of Companies is pleased to announce its merger with the Arizona School of Real Estate and Business. The Hondros Family of Companies, consisting of the Hondros College... Read more
Hondros College of Business Announces Merger with Realty Continuing Education
Hondros College of Business and Realty Continuing Education announced today they have signed a merger agreement. The two continuing education companies have a strong reputation for providing quality education. Hondros... Read more
Hondros College of Business Announces New Location in Mayfield Heights
(PRWEB)February 02, 2016 Hondros College of Business has added a new satellite location in Mayfield Heights, which is directly east of Cleveland. This new location stems from a partnership between... Read more
Hondros College of Business Announces New Location In Mentor
COLUMBUS, Ohio | PRNewswire — Hondros College of Business has added a new satellite location in Mentor, which is northeast of Cleveland. The Mentor location is the eleventh Hondros College of... Read more
Hondros College of Business Announces New Locations, Additional Course Offerings and Events
Columbus, Ohio (PRWEB) August 06, 2014 Beginning in September, Hondros College of Business will offer classes at a new location in Hilliard, OH. As the leading real-estate college in Ohio,... Read more
Hondros College of Business Announces New Toledo Location and Open House on November 19
Hondros College of Business is pleased to announce the opening of a new Toledo location on November 1, 2013. Hondros College of Business will host a business open house event... Read more
Hondros College of Business Announces New Youngstown Location
Columbus, Ohio (PRWEB) October 02, 2014 Hondros College of Business has announced that starting in November, pre-licensing courses will be offered to Eastern Ohio residents with the opening of a... Read more
Hondros College of Business Announces Partnership with Youngstown Columbiana Association of Realtors®
Hondros College of Business is excited to announce that they are partnering with the Youngstown Columbiana Association of Realtors® in an effort to further heighten real estate education in the... Read more
Hondros College of Business Announces Personal Fitness Open House Dates in July and October
Hondros College of Business, a National Council on Strength and Fitness (NCSF) approved training provider, announced today the July 31 and October 2 open house dates for prospective students at... Read more
Hondros College of Business Announces Relationship With Toledo Board of Realtors®
Hondros College of Business is pleased to announce their new relationship with the Toledo Board of Realtors. This relationship was formed to support real estate education in the Toledo, Ohio... Read more
HONDROS COLLEGE OF BUSINESS ANNOUNCES SPRING OPEN HOUSE EVENT SCHEDULE AND LATEST COURSE GUIDE
COLUMBUS, OHIO (January 19, 2016) – The Hondros College of Business will offer a series of Open House Events for students to learn more about preparing for a new and... Read more
Hondros College Of Business Announces Summer Open House Event Schedule And Latest Course Guide
COLUMBUS, Ohio, April 18, 2016 | PRNewswire – The Hondros College of Business will offer a series of Open House Events for students to learn more about preparing for a... Read more
Hondros College of Business Announces the New Position and Hire of a Director of Education
Hondros College of Business today announced the addition of a new staff member to a newly formed executive position at Hondros College. Angie Osborn assumed the role as Director of... Read more
Hondros College of Business Cleveland Campus Celebrates 25th Anniversary with Boys and Girls Clubs Donation
Columbus, OH (PRWEB) November 23, 2015 The Hondros College of Business will celebrate the 25th anniversary of its Cleveland South/Independence Branch campus and recent commendation from the Ohio State Senate... Read more
Hondros College of Business Expands into Southeastern Ohio with Real Estate Pre-Licensing Courses
Columbus, Ohio (PRWEB) March 05, 2015 Hondros College of Business announces real estate pre-licensing courses will now be offered in Jackson, Ohio. Classes will begin on March 16 at The... Read more
Hondros College of Business Expands Nationwide With Insurance Pre-Licensing Courses
Columbus, Ohio (PRWEB) March 30, 2015 Hondros College of Business announces the launch of online insurance pre-licensing and exam preparation in all 50 states. The new online courses combine device... Read more
Hondros College of Business Launches Military Appreciation Program
Hondros College of Business has announced that they will offer all military personnel, active and veterans, a 15% military discount on all Insurance and Real Estate Pre-Licensing Packages. Hondros College... Read more
Hondros College Personal Fitness Certification Course Receives Approval From National Council on Strength and Fitness
Hondros College formally announced today it is an approved training provider for the National Council on Strength and Fitness (NCSF). Hondros College students who complete the Personal Fitness Certification Course... Read more
Hondros College Recognized as a Top Workplace for Dayton/Springfield Area
Hondros College announced today it has been honored as one of the Dayton and Springfield areas Top Workplaces. Top Workplaces are determined based solely on employee feedback. The employee... Read more
Hondros Education Group Announces Key Management Additions
Columbus, Ohio (PRWEB) September 17, 2015 Robert Voltz and Hobie Hondros have joined the Hondros team. Voltz joins as director of operations and customer relations for Hondros College of Business... Read more
Hondros Family of Companies Recognized for Culture and Employee Benefits
Columbus, Ohio (PRWEB) April 23, 2015 The Hondros Family of Companies is pleased to announce that it has been selected as a TOP Workplace by Columbus CEO magazine and WBNS... Read more
Hondros Hires Veteran Educator as Regional Manager
Columbus, Ohio (PRWEB) March 16, 2015 Hondros College of Business is pleased to announce that Rod Farthing has joined the Hondros team as Regional Manager of Real Estate Programs. Farthing... Read more
Housing, consumer confidence show new vigor
June 24, 2014 Paul Davidson, USA Today A batch of economic reports Tuesday spelled good news for consumers, as the housing market continued to bounce back from a brutal... Read more
Improving Economy Helps Buoy Housing
Daily Real Estate News Recent drops in oil prices and mortgage rates, along with positive tailwinds in the economy, are helping to jump-start the housing market in the new year,... Read more
Insuring Ohio Futures Partners with National African American Insurance Association to Host Insurance Career Fair
COLUMBUS – The Ohio insurance industry needs to hire 26,000 skilled workers by 2020, according to a workforce study recently commissioned by the Insurance Industry Resource Council (IIRC). The exodus of... Read more
Jerry Weissberg Joins Hondros Family of Companies as President
Hondros Family of Companies is pleased to announce that Jerry Weissberg will join the Hondros Family of Companies as President. Weissberg comes to the Hondros Family of Companies from Education... Read more
NAR Member Survey Shows Rise in REALTOR® Income and Sales Volume
May 20, 2014 National Association of REALTORS® Reflecting the 11.5 percent growth in home prices last year, income and sales volume jumped for the third year in a row,... Read more
New CompuCram Offers Adaptive Learning Technology
COLUMBUS, OHIO (PRWEB) The new CompuCram Exam Prep System is now available, incorporating a new and unique learning methodology, responsive design and a revolutionary Readiness Indicator to ensure that students... Read more
New Dialogue, New Tools, Some of the Same Old Problems
The past couple of months have been busy! In that time I have attended multiple appraisal conferences on behalf of Hondros Learning and Hondros College of Business to keep all... Read more
Ohio Department of Insurance Selects Hondros College to Test Insurance Completions Submissions Process
Hondros College formally announced today it was selected by the Ohio Department of Insurance to test a new, streamlined process for the insurance continuing education completions submission process. The... Read more
Ohio Lieutenant Governor talks insurance career opportunities
September 25, 2013 Cameron Roda roda.7@osu.edu Some Ohio State students may soon want to start looking at careers in insurance. Ohio insurance companies may have more job openings by 2020... Read more
Ohio’s August housing report: Low inventory, brisk sales pace & stablizing prices
The most recent report on the Ohio housing marketplace shows that compared to the findings of a year ago, the inventory of homes for sale remains extremely low, the number... Read more
Pending Home Sales Surge 6.1%
Daily Real Estate News Pending home sales posted a sharp 6.1 percent rise in May, as lower mortgage rates and rising inventories helped propel the market into the... Read more
SEMINAR WALKS REAL ESTATE PROFESSIONALS THROUGH NEW CFPB REGULATIONS
Columbus, OH (PRWEB) – July 20, 2015 As of October 3, new Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) regulations will change the way real estate professionals write closing contracts and do... Read more
The Real Estate Educators Association Announces New Board of Directors
Hondros College of Business announced that Tina Lapp, Hondros College of Business President, has been elected to the Real Estate Educators Association (REEA) Board of Directors for the new 2013-2015... Read more
Two Real Estate Education Veterans Join Hondros Team
COLUMBUS, OHIO (PRWEB) January 06, 2015 Hondros Family of Companies is pleased to announce that Nancy Dunlop and Chris Vincenzi will join the Hondros team as national sales director and... Read more
U.S. New Home Sales Rise to Highest Level Since February 2008
WASHINGTON—New-home sales rose to the highest level in seven years in February, a sign of strong demand that could help boost the broader U.S. housing market. Sales of newly built,... Read more

‘Empowered’ Appliances Link Home, Internet
Want to be able to start and stop you washing machine and dryer while having dinner out? How about managing your home thermostat and security system? All is possible with... Read more
10 Test Taking Techniques
1) Don’t tell family and friends that you are preparing to take the exam, this adds unneeded pressure and expectations. 2) Don’t spend a lot of time on questions that... Read more
20 Tools Every Home Inspector Needs
When learning to become a home inspector, it’s helpful to have tools on hand to get a clearer scope of a home’s condition. Beyond the typical screwdriver and tape measure,... Read more
2015 James Dwyer Scholarship Winner: Nancy McIntyre
Hondros College is proud to announce Nancy McIntyre as the 2015 James Dwyer Scholarship recipient. Nancy, a resident of Loveland, Ohio, has had her eyes set on a real estate... Read more
2015 Kicks Off Brand New Career Launch Event
Hondros College is thrilled to be hosting brand new career event opportunities at all six college locations. If you have been considering a career change, this is the event for... Read more
3 critical strategies to urge first-time homebuyers to act now
According to the National Association of Realtors’ 2014 Profile of Home Buyers and Sellers, first-time buyers accounted for only 33 percent of all sales, the lowest mark in this century.... Read more
3 Steps to Becoming an Insurance Agent
There are more than 1.1 million insurance agents, brokers, and employees in the United States. All of them started their somewhere — a college classroom or lecture hall, perhaps. Some... Read more
32 Tried and True Ways to Market Yourself in Real Estate
1. Become a thought-leader Position yourself as the real estate expert you are by starting a blog. Weigh in on the industry and offer reports or guides that your readers... Read more
4 Financial Benefits of Becoming a Real Estate Agent
Choosing a career path isn’t an easy decision. From education costs to business expenses, pursuing your dream job can require financial investments. Becoming a real estate agent has many... Read more
4 Insights that ‘WOW’ Potential Homebuying Clients
This article reminded me of the traits I’d like to see in my next Real Estate Agent, especially if I’m buying a home. While these 4 insights seem very commonsensical... Read more
4 Reasons Why You Are Having Trouble Generating Quality Leads
A study conducted by the team at B2B Technology Marketing Community found that 61 percent of businesses polled claimed generating quality sales leads was their biggest challenge. The best way to... Read more
4 Things First-Time Buyers Look for in a Mortgage Loan Officer
Thirty-three percent of all people who purchased a home in the United States in 2018 were first-time buyers (according to Statista), and many of these used a mortgage loan officer... Read more
4 Ways to Balance Family Time When You Own a Business
Juggling business and family is a constant struggle. We know Americans have a poor work-life balance. As a busy entrepreneur, there are a number of ways you can successfully focus... Read more
4 Ways to Connect with Clients and Make New Contacts This Holiday Season
The Holiday season is such a magical time of year. From connecting with friends and family at Holiday dinners to remembering the reason for the season, there is a lot... Read more
4-Unit Property: Appraising The Tough Ones
A new appraisal order comes in, and you discover it’s a 4-unit property… and the groaning begins. You don’t have time for this – the phone calls to verify rents,... Read more
5 Actionable Tips to Become a Sales Leader
As a sales manager, your job description is pretty simple in definition — make your sales team successful. While this may sound easy, this is also considered the biggest challenge... Read more
5 Benefits of Becoming a Mortgage Loan Officer
A Mortgage Loan Officer (MLO) sells financing for possibly the biggest purchase of a person’s lifetime – a home. From job satisfaction to professional development opportunities, mortgage lending offers many... Read more
5 Benefits of Becoming an Appraiser
From job stability to professional development opportunities, residential appraisal careers offer many benefits to anyone willing to work hard. If you’re driven and enthusiastic about running a successful business,... Read more
5 Essential Contract Clauses to Have on Hand
Most brokerages use form purchase agreements supplied by their local Board of Realtors. Many of those forms have been updated over the years to include the most frequently used contingencies.... Read more
5 Essential Marketing Videos Every Real Estate Agent Needs
Nearly 50 percent of real estate buyers polled by Virtuets claimed that they look at virtual tours and other videos during the buying process. To be successful in the real estate... Read more
5 Lead-Boosting Tips for Mortgage Loan Officers
For mortgage loan officers (MLOs), lead generation and customer value are significant parts of the business. MLOs that have an entrepreneurial spirit must know how to market themselves. And there’s never a... Read more
5 More Marketing Tips for Mortgage Loan Officers
Marketing is a part of business that many people struggle with. As a mortgage loan officer, you likely face many of the same challenges when it comes to finding new... Read more
5 Must Know Tips for a Residential Property Disclosure Form
The Residential Property Disclosure Form (RPDF) is the source of many questions, ranging from who must complete it to how it should be completed. Here we’ll answer some of those... Read more
5 Reasons You Should Hire A Tax Professional This Year
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... Read more
5 resolutions that will supercharge seller communication
How often do you communicate with a client after listing their home for sale? Do you communicate at all, or wait for them to call you to ask what is... Read more
5 Simple Life Hacks to Boost Experience
By Sam DeBord (Realtor.org) Real estate rookies can really kick start their learning experience by picking up some simple shortcuts from those who’ve been selling for many years. These are... Read more
5 Terms Agents and Brokers Need to Make Sure Clients Know
Let’s face it, many of your clients only buy or sell a home once or twice in their lives. And, they may be a bit intimidated by all the legal... Read more
5 Tips for Complying with Ohio’s Unclaimed Funds Law
Many real estate brokerages do not realize they are subject to Ohio’s Unclaimed Funds Law. The law sets for the process of identifying and reporting funds a real estate brokerage... Read more
5 Top Real Estate Trends to Watch
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.... Read more
5 Trends Every Appraiser Should Watch for in 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... Read more
5 Ways to Build a 100 Percent Referral-Based Business
Imagine you didn’t have to spend cash on advertising your real estate business. Or waste hours searching for new clients. Imagine if clients came to you. Imagine if these clients... Read more
5 Ways to Network as a Real Estate Agent
Learning how to network as a real estate agent is one of the most important skills you can develop. Networking allows you to learn from the experience of others, gain... Read more
6 factors that impact the value of a home
The website HouseLogic recently came up with a list of items that impact the value of a home. We all know that highly rated schools are a bonus for nearby housing,... Read more
6 Key Trends: State of the Nation’s Housing Report
Published by Harvard University’s Join Center for Housing Studies, the State of the Nation’s Housing Report uses data from a number of sources, including the US Census Bureau, HUD, Bureau... Read more
6 Perks of Becoming a Home Inspector
If you are friendly, observant and trustworthy, a career in home inspection may suit you well. Home inspectors are a critical component in the home buying process, and the... Read more
6 Perks of Becoming a Real Estate Agent
Whether you’re looking for a fresh start from your 9-5 or considering your first job, becoming a real estate agent is a great career choice. There are many benefits of a... Read more
6 Steps to Becoming a Successful Entrepreneur
Becoming a successful entrepreneur takes hard work and devotion. Staying successful, even more so. Many entrepreneurs naturally exude certain qualities such as persistence and optimism. However, there are certain actions that... Read more
6 Ways to Prepare for the Appraisal Process
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... Read more
6 Ways to Promote Your Next Open House
You want to create buzz about a new house you’re selling that just hit the market, so you’ve decided to host an open house. You’ve already instructed the sellers to... Read more
7 Marketing Tips for Mortgage Loan Officers
The mortgage loan industry is extremely competitive. This means you’ll need to make the most of every marketing opportunity available. The following are several marketing tips to give you a... Read more
7 Ways to Show Your Clients You Appreciate Them
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... Read more
8 Careers You Can Get with a Real Estate Education
Getting a real estate education can open the door to a vast selection of new careers. You might think of an agent when real estate comes to mind, but there... Read more
8 Habits of a Top Performing Mortgage Loan Officer
If you’re wondering if you have what it takes to become a successful mortgage loan officer (MLO), the answer can be found in your habits. Are you managing your time... Read more
9 Top Ideas for Promoting Your Business Website
So you’ve created a website for your budding business? Great! A business website is a fundamental marketing tool in today’s world. The next step is getting people to find it.... Read more
A Case of the Monday’s? Not in the Real Estate Industry
It’s become all too familiar. We all know someone who constantly complains about his or her job. Whether it’s the standard “I don’t make enough money,” “I can’t stand my... Read more
A New Threat To Residential Appraisals
Here we go again! The latest push to weaken the protections that appraisals provide to consumers applying for mortgage loans. The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency has approved... Read more
Agency Agreements Explained
As real estate agents continue to evolve in how they represent clients and how they are compensated, the types of agency relationships and agreements remain unchanged. Understanding the duties and... Read more
Alumni Association Event Recap
The Alumni Association at Hondros College hosted a 2-day CE event August 29th-30th. Alumni members had free admittance. Attendees nibbled appetizers and sipped refreshments while earning CE credit. Here’s what... Read more
Alumni Success Series: Meet James Wise, Broker/Owner
At Hondros College, we are proud to connect with our alumni who are actively working in their new profession after receiving their education. We sat down with James Wise, real... Read more
Alumni Success Series: Meet Jason Wright, Real Estate Agent
Hondros College is proud of our alumni and the hard work they’ve put in to achieving their successful new career. We sat down with Jason Wright, real estate agent and... Read more
Alumni Success Series: Meet Jeff Dulmage, Real Estate Broker
At Hondros College, we are passionate about our alumni and the hard work and success they’ve put into their new careers. We sat down with Jeff Dulmage, real estate agent/broker... Read more
Alumni Success Series: Meet Whitney Davis, Hondros College Employee & Real Estate Agent
We love connecting with our alumni to hear what they’ve been up to since completing their courses. Some have become successful agents; some have opened up their own brokerages. Today... Read more
Alumni Success Story: Catching Up with John Lestina
From taking his real estate courses online while deployed in Puerto Rico, to his first successful year in his real estate career – we had the pleasure of catching up... Read more
Alumni Success Story: Denise Gifford
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... Read more
Alumni Success Story: Hasina Nelson
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... Read more
Alumni Success Story: Jessie Goodman
Hondros College is proud of our alumni and the hard work they put into achieving their successful new career. We sat down with Jessie Goodman, former mortgage professional, turned real... Read more
Alumni Success: Meet Austin Cooper, Real Estate Agent
At Hondros College, we are proud to connect with our alumni who are successfully working after receiving their education. We sat down with Austin Cooper, real estate agent and Hondros... Read more
An Honest Mistake – Lies and Litigation
Unfortunately, many professionals are not given the luxury of making an honest mistake. The real estate profession is one such profession. Where a mistake is not a mistake, but a... Read more
Appellate Court Affirms Revocation of Salesperson’s License
The Tenth District Court of Appeals has affirmed an order of the Ohio Real Estate Commission revoking a real estate salesperson’s license (“Licensee”). By way of background, the Licensee and... Read more
Appellate Court Limits Slander of Title Claim
Slander of title is a civil claim for damages resulting from the publishing of false information about real property, such that the property is disparaged, or its title is clouded.... Read more
Appellate Court Rules on Legality of Commission Rebates
Last month the 10th District Court of Appeals in Franklin County issued a ruling denying a commission rebate because the recipient, a principal in the transaction, was not a licensed... Read more
Appraisal Review: A Necessary Evil or A Profit Center?
The term “appraisal review”, is likely to elicit annoyed groans from the appraisal community. Why is it that appraisers have a negative view? The world of appraisal includes all levels... Read more
Appraisal Update – July
Tim Detty, CDEI Certified General Real Property Appraiser AQB Certified USPAP Instructor Hondros College Appraisal Lead Faculty Senior Editor, Appraisal Programs – Hondros Learning Recently, I have been receiving numerous... Read more
Appraisal Valuation Expo Convention 2019 Recap
March brought the annual Valuation Expo convention at the Palmer House in Chicago, a great opportunity to get updated on all the appraisal changes. Speakers at the Expo included representation... Read more
Appraiser Basics: What You Need to Know
A career as a real estate appraiser has a lot going for it. You have the option of choosing a flexible schedule as an independent appraiser or working regular hours... Read more
Appraiser Qualifications Board Q & A’s
Most practicing appraisers and appraisal students are familiar with the USPAP Q & As offered as guidance by the Appraisal Standards Board (ASB). But did you know that the Appraiser... Read more
Appraisers Need a Website Too
If you have your own appraisal business or plan to start one once you’re licensed, you need to reach prospective clients. You need to meet them where they’re searching for... Read more
Appraisers’ Best Defense is Education
By Tim Dettey, Certified General Real Property Appraiser, AQB Certified USPAP Instructor, Hondros College Appraisal Lead Faculty, Senior Editor, Appraisal Programs – Hondros Learning There are a lot of reasons why appraising is a... Read more
Are Agents Properly Disclosing The Broker Transaction Fee?
Almost every brokerage has a set transaction fee they contractually charge to both their sellers and buyers. The brokerage fee is designed to offset the cost of the overhead such... Read more
Are Homeowners Required to a Join HOA? Or Pay Assessments?
Generally, Homeowner’s Associations or HOAs collect dues from members to maintain and improve its members’ properties. Whether an owner is a member of the HOA depends on whether their property... Read more
Are There Laws Against Littering On Your Own Property?
We know trash and blight can stigmatize neighboring properties, they can foster crime and become a public health hazard. Citing reduction in property values along with eyesores, health hazards, and... Read more
Are You Using a Wire Fraud Notice?
From 2000 through 2017, the FBI’s Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3) has received more than 4 million victim complaints. IC3 is the lead federal agency for investigating cyber-attacks and also... Read more
Are Your Commissions Subject to Garnishment?
Many licensees believe that because they are independent contractors, their commissions cannot be garnished. This is incorrect. Ohio has several statutes that apply to a judgment creditor’s collection on its... Read more
Arizona Real Estate Trends to Watch in 2020
Over the past decade, America’s real estate market has been growing steadily. So, Arizona’s real estate market growth has been particularly strong. According to Arizona’s Office of Economic Opportunity, employment... Read more
Attending the NAR Convention: 3 Conclusions from a First Time Attendee
The National Association of Realtors conference was held November 3rd -7th in Orlando, Florida. Hondros Education Group had a huge presence there this year and I had the exciting opportunity... Read more
Auctioning Real Estate
Auctioning of real estate has become an increasingly popular way to sell real estate. Distressed properties are auctioned as a matter of course, but the market is starting to see... Read more
Avoid These Common Home Office Mistakes!
The number of people working out of their home is increasing every day. Some people have a remote office in their home, while others conduct their business only from a... Read more
Background Check Requirement Added to Real Estate Licensure Applications
Applicants for a real estate salesperson or broker’s license must now complete a background check as part of the application process. The requirement also extends to those “upgrading” their licenses... Read more
Be Wary of the Perils of Electronic Communication
Seventy-seven percent of sellers expect a response from their agent within 30 minutes.[i] Eighty-eight percent of buyers expect a response from their agent within one hour.[ii] Do not expect the... Read more
Become a Trusted Real Estate Agent with Online Reviews
Whether you’re a real estate agent with years of experience or just starting out, your online presence means more to your clients than you may think. A non-existent or tarnished... Read more
Bed Bugs – Prevention, Discovery, and Eradication
There are a lot of myths about bed bugs, and understanding how to prevent them, find them and get rid of them can be critical in avoiding a comprehensive investigation... Read more
Benefits and Disadvantages of Freelancing
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... Read more
Best Communication Apps to Keep Your Team Connected
There are all kinds of tools that allow your team to communicate better. These applications and platforms offer powerful chat functionality that empowers your team to share information, assets, and... Read more
Best CRM For Your Real Estate Business
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... Read more
Best e-Signature Tools for MLOs
Mortgage loan originators play an important role for prospective homeowners. These are the agents that make the buying process free of undue stress. Initiatives that make the document signing process... Read more
Best Software for Mortgage Loan Officers
Mortgage Loan Officers (MLOs) are constantly looking for ways to stand out in a competitive industry. They need to improve their marketing efforts, reduce the time and resources required to... Read more
Best Vehicles for a Home Inspector
The first decision to make in selecting a vehicle for a home inspection business is to consciously decide to treat the purchase like a business decision, not a personal one.... Read more
Blockchain: The New Real Estate Frontier
The Franklin County Auditor’s Office recently announced a pilot project to use blockchain technology to transfer a real estate deed. Ohio is not the first state to explore the technology... Read more
Brexit Vote Shocks Markets!
The unexpected Brexit vote, where United Kingdom voters have elected to leave the European Union, came as an unexpected shock to financial markets. All across the world, stocks are down,... Read more
Building Ohio’s Future – Continuing the Story
Earlier this year, I sent you four articles from Hondros College about the value of an accredited institution of higher learning in the education of your constituents who seek out... Read more
Building Your Personal Brand as a Real Estate Agent
Building Your Personal Brand as a Real Estate Agent With 1.2 million Realtors®* in the United States and countless other real estate agents, we have plenty of competition. If your... Read more
Buyers and Exercise Due Diligence on Flood Zone Determination
As part of the home buying process, lenders are required under federal law to determine whether the property is located in a flood hazard area. If it is, then the... Read more
Can a Trespasser Become a Property Owner Through Occupancy?
An adverse possession action will result in a legal owner of real property having to forfeit their ownership interest to another, without compensation. An example would be an incorrect fence... Read more
Can I Do Real Estate Part-Time?
As I teach pre-license, post-license and CE classes for Hondros College, students often ask me if they can work “part-time” in the real estate industry. My answer to that question is... Read more
Can the Real Estate Commission Discipline You for Your Personal Facebook Page?
The Ohio Real Estate Commission will soon be considering a case concerning a licensee’s Facebook page. The Division of Real Estate is seeking to discipline an Ohio licensee for... Read more
Can You Lose Your License for a “Crime of Moral Turpitude”?
Most licensees know that their license can be in jeopardy if convicted of a felony. What about a misdemeanor? Better yet, what if that misdemeanor involves a crime of moral... Read more
CE That Sells: An Educational Event with Extraordinary Speakers
On Wednesday, April 30th Hondros College students learned from some of the best national real estate educators and state and local officials. Hondros College hosted CE That Sells, a four... Read more
Celebrating Retirement: Jim Kinzer
Jim Kinzer has been a Financial Services Instructor with Hondros College for more than 22 years. His passion and dedication to serving his students, his field, and our school are... Read more
Changes to Fair Housing Law Proposed in Ohio Fairness Act
Earlier this year, State Senator Nickie Antonio introduced the Ohio Fairness Act. Among other things, the Act proposes changes to Ohio’s Civil Rights Law by adding sexual orientation and gender... Read more
Choosing a Real Estate Brokerage Firm
Considerations for Choosing a Real Estate Brokerage Firm: Culture Brokerage Type Training, Coaching, Mentoring Reputation and Market Share Support Location Commissions and Expenses During your first year in real... Read more
Choosing the Best Real Estate School
Is the School Approved and Accredited? What are their Prices? What do their Reviews Look Like? What are your Personal Needs and Priorities? What does their Customer/Student Support Look Like?... Read more
Classroom or Online Real Estate Courses: What’s the Best Fit for You?
Online Real Estate Courses: Study at your own pace Flexible with your schedule In-Classroom Real Estate Courses: Traditional learning environment Study in groups Structured learning times You want to... Read more
Clients for Life: Staying Top-of-Mind with an Intentional Plan
You’re driving down the road and there it is – a competitor’s sign in your client’s yard. You’re incredulous! Didn’t you work night and day to find them that home?... Read more
Collateral Underwriter and the End of Time
Remember when Fannie Mae and others implemented the 1004MC, Market Conditions Addendum? How about the Uniform Appraisal Data set? What do these events have in common? Appraisers nationwide bemoaned that... Read more
Columbus CEO Magazine Names Hondros Family of Companies a Top Workplace in 2017
Columbus, OHIO (May 18, 2017) – Hondros Family of Companies has been awarded a 2017 Top Workplaces honor by the Columbus C.E.O. Magazine. The Top Workplaces lists are based solely... Read more
Columbus CEO Magazine Names Hondros Family of Companies a Winner of the Columbus Top Workplaces 2019 Award
(Columbus, OH April 29, 2019) Hondros Family of Companies has been awarded a Top Workplaces 2019 honor by Columbus CEO Magazine. The Top Workplaces list is based solely on employee... Read more
Columbus Ranked #1 Hottest Real Estate Market in the Nation
This past March, Realtor.com® put Columbus at number 1 on their list of hottest markets – beating out Boston as well as Sacramento! These rankings are based on the number... Read more
Columbus Ranked #4 Hottest Real Estate Market in the Nation
This past April, Realtor.com® put Columbus at number 4 on their list of hottest markets. That’s right behind San Francisco, California! These rankings are based on the number of hits... Read more
Columbus Realtors Central Ohio Housing Report
Our friends at Columbus Realtors share great news in this insightful article about the booming real estate market in Columbus. Read the article.
Commercial vs. Residential Real Estate: Which is Right for You?
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... Read more
Complaints on Real Property Valuation
Property owners that believe their property is worth less than the value assessed by the County Auditor, can file a complaint on the property valuation. The property valuation is used... Read more
Congrats to Our April 2019 Instructor of The Month – Belinda Fulton
We’re happy to announce the winner of April 2019’s Instructor of the month – Belinda Fulton! She has worked with us as an instructor for 20 years. Before joining us... Read more
Congrats to Our August 2019 Instructor of The Month – Jon Bradfield
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... Read more
Congrats to Our December 2018 Instructor of The Month – Craig Gatzulis
We’re happy to announce the winner of December 2018’s Instructor of the month – Craig Gatzulis! This two-time winner of the Hondros Instructor of the month has been with us... Read more
Congrats to Our February 2019 Instructor of the Month – Tom Williams
We’re happy to announce the winner of February 2019’s Instructor of the month – Tom Williams! Tom has been teaching at Hondros for over five years. Before working at Hondros,... Read more
Congrats to Our January 2019 Instructor of the Month – Jackie VanDorn
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... Read more
Congrats to Our July 2019 Instructor of The Month – Alfred Rosser
We’re happy to announce the winner of July 2019’s Instructor of the month – Alfred Rosser! He knew he had a special connection to the Hondros family right from the... Read more
Congrats to Our June 2019 Instructor of The Month – Amy Gilpin
We’re happy to announce the winner of June 2019’s Instructor of the month – Amy Gilpin! She knew she wanted to be a part of the Hondros family right from... Read more
Congrats to Our March 2019 Instructor of The Month – Larry Pope
We’re happy to announce the winner of March 2019’s Instructor of the month – Larry Pope! This former marine has been with us for a year and a half. Before... Read more
Congrats to Our November 2018 Instructor of The Month – Jimmie Gibson
We’re pleased to announce the winner of November 2018’s Instructor of the Month – Jimmie Gibson! He gave insight into his strategy for enjoying the journey to success. Keep reading... Read more
Congrats to Our November 2019 Instructor of The Month – Starla McCollum
We’re happy to announce the winner of November 2019’s Instructor of the month – Starla McCollum! Starla has been working with us for over two years and loves Hondros’ “welcoming... Read more
Congrats to Our October 2018 Instructor of The Month – Tammy Parkin
We’re happy to announce our October 2018 Instructor of the month – Tammy Parkin! We got the chance to interview Tammy about her time at Hondros and her secret to... Read more
Congrats to Our October 2019 Instructor of The Month – Maria Taylor
We’re happy to announce the winner of October 2019’s Instructor of the month – Maria Taylor! Before working at Hondros, Maria was a Hondros alum, completing her real estate pre... Read more
Congrats to Our September 2018 Instructor of The Month – Larry Press
Hondros College is proud to announce our September 2018 Instructor of the Month – Larry Press! Teaching real estate law with us for the past 14 years, Larry is the... Read more
Congrats to Our September 2019 Instructor of The Month – Ron Eatmon
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... Read more
Copyright Updates to Protect Your Website
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... Read more
Court Reverses Ohio Real Estate Commission
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.... Read more
Courting the Prospect: 3 Steps to Getting the Lead
Stop wasting time and money on courses, gurus, masterclasses and marketing firms that want you to create lead magnets to “standout” in your market. Ignore the debates over what is... Read more
Criminal Convictions and Real Estate Licensure
Consider this: you make the financial investment and commit the time necessary to take all of the courses in order to obtain a real estate salesperson license. Next, you complete... Read more
Dayton Flyers Keep Scoring for Hondros Family of Companies Employee
March Madness fans who chose Ohio State over Dayton fell in the pool of busted brackets after the first round of the NCAA tournament. But for one Hondros Family of... Read more
Delaware County Recorder Issues Notice of Documents Not Timely Recorded
On October 26, 2018, the Delaware County Recorder issued a notice that certain documents filed with its office were not timely recorded. The notice indicates on October 19, 2018, the... Read more
Demystifying Variable Square Footage
One only needs to spend a few minutes browsing listings online to recognize wide variations in how square footages of property are listed. Some square footage listings match the County... Read more
Developing Ohio’s Workforce
At Hondros College, we are developing Ohio’s workforce. Since 1981 we have been educating and training adults looking to advance or start their new career – adults who really just... Read more
Disclosure of Assignment Results
Hopefully, appraisers have noted that the USPAP definition of Assignment Results has been edited in the 2014-2015 Edition of USPAP. While the overall definition has not really changed, the Comment... Read more
Division Delays Home Inspector Licensing
In a statement issued October 11, 2019, the Division of Real Estate advised that it will not enforce the November 1, 2019 licensing deadline for new home inspectors. The Ohio... Read more
Division of Real Estate Adopts New Administrative Rules
The Division of Real Estate has adopted a series of rule changes that went in to effect February 10, 2019. The rules address implementation of HB 532, which among other... Read more
Division of Real Estate Considers Regulation of Team Names
The Division of Real Estate has circulated a draft administrative rule to real estate industry stakeholders for review and comment. One such draft proposes to add restrictions on words a... Read more
Division of Real Estate Issues Home Inspector Program Update
The Division of Real Estate has issued an update on the implementation of the new Ohio Home Inspector Program, which was signed in to law on January 4, 2019. The... Read more
Division of Real Estate Releases Discipline Summaries
With its Spring 2019 Newsletter, the Division of Real Estate has released disciplinary summaries of Real Estate Commission actions against real estate salespersons, brokers, and unlicensed persons and entities. The... Read more
Division of Real Estate Releases Mid-Year Discipline Summaries
The Division of Real Estate has released discipline summaries for enforcement cases before the Real Estate Commission from January through May of 2019. During the first five months of this... Read more
Division of Real Estate: Answer Ethics Questions Correctly, Honestly
The Division of Real Estate has highlighted the need for real estate licensee to answer ethical conduct and legal history questions on licensure, renewal, and transfer applications correctly and honestly.... Read more
Division Re-Introduces Team Advertising Rule
The Team Advertising Rule, which was inexplicably scrapped from the Division’s rule package enacted earlier this year, has been re-introduced. The rule addresses how teams may advertise and for the... Read more
Do I Need a Business Degree?
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... Read more
Do You Have Supra Powers?
In today’s market, integrity and accountability are two attributes that clients look for in a Realtor. Are you aware of how “Supra Powers” can assist with and possibly increase your... Read more
Do You Like To Talk To Strangers?
Your mother may have told you not to, but when you become a real estate agent you will have to talk to a lot of strangers. Do you like to,... Read more
Does Your Referral Fee Violate RESPA?
Ohio law permits real estate licensees to pay referral fees to real estate licensees licensed in another state or country. Conversely, licensees are prohibited from paying referral fees to unlicensed... Read more
Dying with Real Estate
Much of estate planning is tailored to those items that can pass outside of probate and those that cannot. An example of something that can transfer outside of probate is... Read more
E&O Policy Claim Dismissed: Statute of Limitations
The Ohio Supreme Court recently issued a decision clarifying when the statute of limitations starts to run for claims against insurance companies regarding professional liability insurance policies. The case stems... Read more
Education Tops 2015 New Year’s Resolutions
With every New Year comes new resolutions. We ponder how we lived our lives the year before and vow to change in the year to come. We wonder what we... Read more
Eight Tools Every Appraiser Needs
Most professions come with a hefty price tag to get started. You have to rent space or buy inventory, or purchase equipment that comes at a high cost. What if... Read more
Electronic Transactions, Signatures, and Records
Technology continues to alter the practice of real estate. Letters and phone calls give way to emails and text messages. Professionals use online tools and programs to facilitate review and... Read more
End of Year Recap: Hondros Family of Companies Highlights Employees at 2013 Company Meeting and Holiday Event
The Hondros Family of Companies held their annual company meeting and holiday event on Friday, December 20, 2013. Employees from all six locations gathered in Westerville to celebrate the holiday... Read more
Establishing Your New Brokerage
Obtaining a broker’s license is an accomplishment in and of itself. Setting up your brokerage is the next logical step for real estate entrepreneurs. This business enterprise requires careful planning... Read more
Evaluations: Appraisal Foundation Releases Concept Paper
According to the Appraisal Foundation, requests for evaluations are on the rise. A concept paper on this subject is the discussion for the TAFAC meeting this October in Arlington, Virginia.... Read more
Exercise Caution When Communicating with Appraisers
The situation is not unfamiliar. You represent a buyer that is in contract to purchase a home. Your client’s financing is contingent on the property appraising at or above the... Read more
Existing home sales jump 5.1 percent in May
Existing home sales bounced up at the highest pace in nearly six years in May, resuming improvement in the housing market after an unexpected decline in April. Sales rose 5.1%... Read more
Features of Accounting Packages for Small Business
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... Read more
Federal Fair Housing Act Turns 50
President Lyndon Johnson signed the federal Fair Housing Act in to law on April 11, 1968. The Act prohibits discrimination based on specified protected classes in the sale, rental, financing... Read more
Financial Aid Event to be Held at Hondros College
Hondros College’s West Chester Campus will host the state-wide college financial aid event “College Goal Sunday” (CGS) on February 10, 2013 at 2:00 p.m. The free event, presented by the... Read more
Finding the Discipline to Be Your Own Boss
Being your own boss isn’t for everyone. It takes drive, determination, tenacity, and sometimes sheer will to make it work. There are many obstacles to making a successful real estate... Read more
First time since June: Home contracts rise
April 28, 2014 Christopher S. Rugaber, AP WASHINGTON — More Americans signed contracts to buy homes in March, the first increase since June and a sign that the... Read more
First-Time Homebuyer Savings Accounts Become Closer to Reality in Ohio
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... Read more
Five Best Practice Tips for an Escalation Clause
With a tight seller’s market, the use of escalation clauses is on the rise to give buyers an advantage over other competing buyers. Unfortunately, poorly worded escalation clauses can hurt... Read more
Flat Fee, Minimum Service, and A La Carte Brokers
The same strategy that low-cost airlines utilize is also becoming more common in the real estate industry. Consumers find it attractive to only pay for what they need. If they... Read more
Forfeiture of Oil and Gas Leases
Consider this: in advance of closing, the title commitment reveals the existence of an oil or gas lease clouding title. Now what? The lessee is no longer in business or... Read more
Four Ways a Plumber Can Help Determine if a Home is Worth Flipping
Flipping a house can be a great way to make a lot of money within a fairly short period of time. In order for a house flip to be as... Read more
Free Tech Tools That will Help You in Your Real Estate Business
As real estate agents and small business owners, our to-do lists can seem a mile long. Generating leads, showing homes, listing homes, keeping in touch with clients, tracking expenses, marketing,... Read more
Free Webinar Covers the State of Fair Housing
On Friday, October 23, 2020, our sister school, McKissock Learning will be hosting a FREE non-credit webinar titled “Fair Housing, Is It?” Join a virtual panel of real estate experts... Read more
Free Webinar Explores Updates in Real Estate Ethical Standards
As the real estate industry continues to evolve and the National Association of REALTORS® updates its ethics standards to be more aligned with today’s current environment, there are a lot of... Read more
Generating Prospects Through Public Speaking
For small business owners and the self-employed, generating new prospects is always on our minds. We don’t have the kind of revenue to support large-scale media campaigns, so our prospecting... Read more
Getting The Most Out Of Online Real Estate CE
If you are like most real estate licensees in Ohio, you have 21 hours of electives to choose from towards fulfilling the 30 hour CE requirement every three years. And... Read more
Governor Makes Appointments Affecting Real Estate Industry
Governor Kasich has announced several appointments to state boards and commissions affecting the real estate industry. Ohio’s real estate related boards and commissions have broad powers to adopt rules affecting... Read more
Handwritten Notes Get Attention, What A Concept
Amanda Ross talks about an old-fashioned, yet attention getting concept in this article, sending Handwritten notes to your database of business contacts at least twice a year. Think about it,... Read more
HB 532 Controversy Thickens
House Commerce and Labor Committee Opponent Testimony – HB 532 Presented by Kristin E. Rosan, Esq. Madison & Rosan, LLP As you may know I had the honor of testifying... Read more
Help Spread the Warmth this Holiday Season
Did you know? 1 in 5 children live in households whose earnings fall below the poverty level in the U.S. For many of these families living in poverty, a warm... Read more
Helping Your Client Navigate Real Estate Liens
In advance of closing, clients (whether buyers or sellers) will receive a report from the title company disclosing the liens against the property being sold. A basic understanding liens affecting... Read more
Higher Education’s “Dirty Little Secret” – You don’t need to spend $35k on a 2 year degree for a high paying career
Local college bucks the trend of high college tuition, creating career focused programs that can be completed in six weeks or less, for less than the cost of one college... Read more
Home Inspection: A Solid Career Choice
Have you been considering becoming a home inspector? Now is a great time to join the industry! The fact is that the majority of homes on the market today have... Read more
Home Inspection: What I Wish I Knew in My First Year
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... Read more
Home Inspector Licensing Could Be a Requirement Soon
The Ohio Legislature is one step closer to licensing home inspectors. Last week the House Economic Development, Commerce and Labor Committee approved a substitute version of H.B. 211, Ohio’s Home... Read more
Home Inspectors: Accurate Mold Testing
Many homeowners are unaware that mold can be lurking throughout their home without them knowing it. Mold testing is crucial because it needs to be remedied properly if it is... Read more
Home Inspectors: Water Quality Testing
There are many times when the water in a home seems fine because nothing abnormal is seen in the water and it doesn’t have an odd smell to it. The... Read more
Homebuyers Blog Part III: 1 Year Later
It has officially been one year since we moved into our new home, and we couldn’t be happier! But as first time homebuyers, that’s not to say we haven’t had... Read more
Homebuyers have a spring in their step
As we bid adieu to another harsh winter and welcome a more cheerful season — at least in some areas of the country, anyway — prospective homebuyers have a spring... Read more
Homebuyers Protected by Ohio Consumer Sales Practices Act
Homebuyers that are subjected to unfair or deceptive practices (from their lender, mortgage broker or appraiser) during the home buying process have options under Ohio’s Homebuyer Protection Act. Adopted in... Read more
Hondros Alumni and Instructor receive Major League surprise!
At Hondros College we believe there is no greater way to gauge our quality of education than to have our students continue to choose us year after year for their... Read more
Hondros College Announces Increase In Real Estate Career Night Dates For Remainder Of 2013
Hondros College, Ohio’s top real-estate college, announced the 2013 open-house dates for prospective real-estate students at their six Ohio campuses. Due to the increased strength of the current housing market... Read more
Hondros College Announces 2013 Personal Fitness Open House Dates
Hondros College, a National Council on Strength and Fitness (NCSF) approved training provider, announced today the 2013 open house dates for prospective students at three of their Ohio campuses. Four... Read more
Hondros College Announces 2013 Real Estate Career Night Dates
Hondros College, Ohio’s top real-estate college, announced today the initial 2013 open-house dates for prospective real-estate students at their six Ohio campuses. Due to the increased strength of the current... Read more
Hondros College Announces 2013 Spring Real Estate-Industry Forecast
Hondros College announced today its 2013 spring real estate industry forecast. Based on trends from the Hondros College database of student statistics and the 2013 Ohio Association of Realtors® (OAR)... Read more
Hondros College Announces Acquisition of Ohio Real Estate School
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... Read more
Hondros College Announces Career Launch Event Schedule and New Campus Location
Columbus, Ohio (PRWEB) May 12, 2014 Hondros College announces the spring and summer Career Launch Event schedule and a new location. Starting this month, the College is offering special events... Read more
Hondros College Announces Expert Speaker Series
Hondros College is pleased to welcome Scott Phillips Jr., who was recently recognized by the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR) as one of real estate’s 30 Under 30, to its... Read more
Hondros College Announces Georgia Real Estate Education Available Online
Hondros College now offers Continuing Education and Pre-Licensing courses online. Georgia, October 9, 2018 – Hondros College announces Continuing Education and Pre-Licensing courses available online for real estate education in... Read more
Hondros College Announces Increase in Real Estate Career Night Dates for Winter and Spring 2014
Hondros College, Ohio’s top real-estate college, announced the January through April 2014 open-house dates for prospective real-estate students at their six Ohio campuses. Due to the increased strength of the... Read more
Hondros College Announces Merger with Arizona School of Real Estate and Business
The Hondros Family of Companies is pleased to announce its merger with the Arizona School of Real Estate and Business. The Hondros Family of Companies, consisting of the Hondros College,... Read more
Hondros College Announces Merger with Realty Continuing Education
Hondros College and Realty Continuing Education announced today they have signed a merger agreement. The two continuing education companies have a strong reputation for providing quality education. Hondros College and... Read more
Hondros College Announces Michigan Real Estate Education Available Online
Hondros College now offers Continuing Education and Pre-Licensing courses online. Michigan, October 9, 2018 – Hondros College announces Continuing Education and Pre-Licensing courses available online for real estate education in... Read more
Hondros College Announces New Involvement in the Oil & Gas Industry
Hondros College, with multiple locations throughout Ohio dedicated to helping the Ohio workforce enter and succeed in various careers and industries, announced today it will begin offering SafeLand USA safety... Read more
Hondros College Announces New Location in Mayfield Heights
(PRWEB)February 02, 2016 Hondros College has added a new satellite location in Mayfield Heights, which is directly east of Cleveland. This new location stems from a partnership between Hondros College... Read more
Hondros College Announces New Location In Mentor
COLUMBUS, Ohio | PRNewswire — Hondros College has added a new satellite location in Mentor, which is northeast of Cleveland. The Mentor location is the eleventh Hondros College location throughout Ohio. The... Read more
Hondros College Announces New Locations, Additional Course Offerings and Events
Columbus, Ohio (PRWEB) August 06, 2014 Beginning in September, Hondros College will offer classes at a new location in Hilliard, OH. As the leading real-estate college in Ohio, Hondros College... Read more
Hondros College Announces New Toledo Location and Open House on November 19
Hondros College is pleased to announce the opening of a new Toledo location on November 1, 2013. Hondros College will host a business open house event on November 19 from... Read more
Hondros College Announces New Youngstown Location
Columbus, Ohio (PRWEB) October 02, 2014 Hondros College has announced that starting in November, pre-licensing courses will be offered to Eastern Ohio residents with the opening of a new location... Read more
Hondros College Announces Partnership with Youngstown Columbiana Association of Realtors®
Hondros College is excited to announce that they are partnering with the Youngstown Columbiana Association of Realtors® in an effort to further heighten real estate education in the Youngstown/Columbiana region... Read more
Hondros College Announces Personal Fitness Open House Dates in July and October
Hondros College, a National Council on Strength and Fitness (NCSF) approved training provider, announced today the July 31 and October 2 open house dates for prospective students at their Columbus... Read more
Hondros College Announces Relationship With Toledo Board of Realtors®
Hondros College is pleased to announce their new relationship with the Toledo Board of Realtors. This relationship was formed to support real estate education in the Toledo, Ohio area. “We... Read more
HONDROS COLLEGE ANNOUNCES SPRING OPEN HOUSE EVENT SCHEDULE AND LATEST COURSE GUIDE
COLUMBUS, OHIO (January 19, 2016) – The Hondros College will offer a series of Open House Events for students to learn more about preparing for a new and rewarding career.... Read more
Hondros College Announces Summer Open House Event Schedule And Latest Course Guide
COLUMBUS, Ohio, April 18, 2016 | PRNewswire – The Hondros College will offer a series of Open House Events for students to learn more about preparing for a new and rewarding... Read more
Hondros College Announces the New Position and Hire of a Director of Education
Hondros College today announced the addition of a new staff member to a newly formed executive position at Hondros College. Angie Osborn assumed the role as Director of Education on... Read more
Hondros College Announces Virginia Real Estate Education Available Online
Hondros College now offers Continuing Education and Pre-Licensing courses online. Virginia, October 8, 2018 – Hondros College announces Continuing Education and Pre-Licensing courses available online for real estate education in... Read more
Hondros College Brings Excitement to Toledo Market
At Hondros College we are springing into the new season with some exciting changes in support of Northwest Ohio and the Real Estate Industry! First, we are pleased to announce... Read more
Hondros College brings Real Estate Pre-Licensing Courses to Southeastern Ohio
As Johnny Cash would say, “We’re Going to Jackson.” Hondros College is excited to bring real estate pre-licensing courses to southeastern Ohio. Beginning on March 16, classes will be offered... Read more
HONDROS COLLEGE BRINGS TWO NEW LOCATIONS TO OHIO; HILLIARD, MEDINA
Hondros College is excited to announce the opening of two new locations! Beginning in September the career college will be opening up its second central Ohio location in Hilliard and... Read more
Hondros College Celebrates New Toledo Location With Community
On Tuesday, November 19th, Hondros College associates hosted a business after hours-style event to celebrate the grand opening of their new Toledo location & the College’s renewed commitment to the... Read more
Hondros College Cleveland Campus Celebrates 25th Anniversary with Boys and Girls Clubs Donation
Columbus, OH (PRWEB) November 23, 2015 Hondros College will celebrate the 25th anniversary of its Cleveland South/Independence Branch campus and recent commendation from the Ohio State Senate by providing Thanksgiving... Read more
Hondros College Expands Course Offerings for Real Estate Students
COLUMBUS, Ohio (April 5, 2017) – Hondros College now offers online real estate pre-licensing courses for students looking to become a licensed real estate professionals in the state of Ohio.... Read more
Hondros College Expands Education Offerings With Kentucky Real Estate Licensing Courses
(Kentucky – June 6, 2019) – Hondros College now offers online real estate courses for students looking to become a licensed real estate professional in Kentucky. A proven, national leader... Read more
Hondros College Expands into Southeastern Ohio with Real Estate Pre-Licensing Courses
Columbus, Ohio (PRWEB) March 05, 2015 Hondros College announces real estate pre-licensing courses will now be offered in Jackson, Ohio. Classes will begin on March 16 at The Office Commons,... Read more
Hondros College goes ALL IN with the Cleveland Cavaliers
Hondros College is ALL IN with the Cleveland Cavaliers! Our staff and students did a great job going all out in support of a Cavs game 6 victory! On Tuesday, June 16th, we held... Read more
Hondros College Honors Faculty Member and Announces Scholarship Recipient During Annual Meeting
Hondros College announced the 2012 recipients of the Hondros College Distinguished Faculty Award and the James Dwyer Memorial Scholarship during the college’s 2012 Annual Meeting on Tuesday, December 18, 2012.... Read more
Hondros College Hosts Career Open House with Panel of Industry Experts
On September 23, Hondros College held their career open house at the corporate location in Westerville, Ohio. The school opened its doors to the public, featuring all career programs in... Read more
Hondros College Launches Military Appreciation Program
Hondros College has announced that they will offer all military personnel, active and veterans, a 15% military discount on all Insurance and Real Estate Pre-Licensing Packages. Hondros College would like... Read more
Hondros College Launches Online Marketing Courses to Help Small Business Owners Grow Their Business Through Digital Marketing
Hondros College is pleased to announce the launch of Online Marketing Specialist Programs to help business owners master the digital marketing skills needed to grow your business in this competitive... Read more
Hondros College Offers Real Estate Classes in Youngstown
Hondros College is excited to be offering real estate pre-licensing courses in Youngstown, Ohio. Through their relationship with the Youngstown Columbiana Association of REALTORS®, classes are set to start at... Read more
Hondros College partners with Make-A-Wish® Ohio, Kentucky & Indiana to change local lives
Hondros College aims to raise funds to grant a wish to a local child dealing with a critical illness Westerville, Ohio (October 30, 2018) – Hondros College is no stranger to... Read more
Hondros College Personal Fitness Certification Course Receives Approval From National Council on Strength and Fitness
Hondros College formally announced today it is an approved training provider for the National Council on Strength and Fitness (NCSF). Hondros College students who complete the Personal Fitness Certification Course... Read more
Hondros College Recognized as a Top Workplace for Dayton/Springfield Area
Hondros College announced today it has been honored as one of the Dayton and Springfield areas Top Workplaces. Top Workplaces are determined based solely on employee feedback. The employee survey... Read more
Hondros College Rolls Out Military Appreciation Program
Hondros College would like to thank all our military personnel, both active and veterans, for serving our great country. We are proud to be a school that our past and... Read more
Hondros College To Host Hondros Homecoming: Alumni & Networking Event
COLUMBUS, Ohio, PRNewswire Hondros College announces a special networking event exclusive to its alumni. The College has invited alumni to attend a Homecoming event that will be on October 6,... Read more
HONDROS EDUCATION GROUP ANNOUNCES ACQUISITION OF ADDITIONAL ARIZONA REAL ESTATE SCHOOL
TUCSON, AZ (Nov. 1, 2018) – Arizona School of Real Estate & Business (ASREB), a division of Hondros Education Group (HEG), proudly announced today that is has acquired Hogan School of Real Estate... Read more
Hondros Education Group Announces Acquisition Of Additional Phoenix Real Estate School
PHOENIX, Oct. 10, 2017 /PRNewswire/ — Arizona School of Real Estate & Business (ASREB), a division of the Hondros Education Group (HEG), announced today it is teaming up with Westford College in a partnership that will further unify real... Read more
Hondros Education Group Announces Acquisition of Pennsylvania And New Jersey Real Estate School
Philadelphia, PA (Dec. 18, 2018) – Hondros Education Group (HEG), proudly announced today that it has acquired Schlicher-Kratz Institute, in a partnership that will advance real estate, mortgage, and appraisal education... Read more
Hondros Education Group Announces Key Management Additions
Columbus, Ohio (PRWEB) September 17, 2015 Robert Voltz and Hobie Hondros have joined the Hondros team. Voltz joins as director of operations and customer relations for Hondros College and Hobie... Read more
Hondros Education Group REEA Conference Recap 2017
This past June, Hondros Education Group had the pleasure of attending the 2017 Annual REEA Conference in Miami, Florida. We had several corporate associates and instructors represent HEG as event... Read more
Hondros Family of Companies Brings Together All Families for Annual Summer Picnic
The Hondros Family of Companies wouldn’t be complete without the families of our instructors, associates and staff. On Saturday, June 28, Hondros Family of Companies held its annual family summer picnic... Read more
Hondros Family of Companies Employees Share What it is Like to be a Part of the Team
Hondros Family of Companies is a great place to work. I can say that with certainty. Why you ask? Well, for starters I work here! Also, we have won Best... Read more
Hondros Family of Companies Gives Back this Holiday Season
Throughout the state of Ohio, more than 650,000 children are uncertain of when their next meal will be. That’s enough to fill OSU stadium more than six times. In order... Read more
Hondros Family of Companies Gives Back to Local YWCA Family Center
On Thursday, July 3, seven ladies from the Hondros Family of Companies volunteered their time by serving lunch at the local YWCA Family Center in Columbus. The Food for Thought... Read more
Hondros Family of Companies Ranked as a TOP Workplace by Columbus CEO and WBNS 10TV
The Hondros Family of Companies is excited to announce that it has been ranked as a TOP Workplace by Columbus CEO magazine and WBNS 10TV. Columbus CEO and WBNS 10TV’s... Read more
Hondros Family of Companies Receives Recognition as one of Central Ohio’s Healthiest Employers
On March 10, 2015, Hondros Family of Companies received recognition as one of Central Ohio’s Healthiest Employers. The company was honored at the Columbus Business First’s Third Annual Healthiest Employers... Read more
Hondros Family of Companies Recognized for Culture and Employee Benefits
Columbus, Ohio (PRWEB) April 23, 2015 The Hondros Family of Companies is pleased to announce that it has been selected as a TOP Workplace by Columbus CEO magazine and WBNS... Read more
Hondros Family of Companies Rolls Out New CompuCram Exam Prep System
Hondros Family of Companies is excited to roll out the new CompuCram Exam Prep System, incorporating a new and unique learning methodology, responsive design and a revolutionary Readiness Indicator to... Read more
Hondros Family of Companies welcomes new President, Jerry Weissberg
The Hondros Family of Companies is excited to welcome its new President, Jerry Weissberg. With over 20 years of hands-on management experience in IT training, higher education e-learning, publishing and... Read more
Hondros Hires Veteran Educator as Regional Manager
Columbus, Ohio (PRWEB) March 16, 2015 Hondros College is pleased to announce that Rod Farthing has joined the Hondros team as Regional Manager of Real Estate Programs. Farthing comes to... Read more
Hondros supports the Real Estate Educators Association
The Hondros Family of Companies, with schools located in Ohio and Arizona, was pleased to be a gold sponsor of the 2014 Real Estate Educators Association (REEA) Annual Conference that... Read more
Housing, consumer confidence show new vigor
June 24, 2014 Paul Davidson, USA Today A batch of economic reports Tuesday spelled good news for consumers, as the housing market continued to bounce back from a brutal... Read more
How a Government Shutdown Affects the Real Estate Market
We’ve all heard about a government shutdown and what they mean to those working in government. But how do these shutdowns affect people who work outside of the government, yet rely... Read more
How a Home Inspector Builds Trust with Their Clients
While building trust is a multifaceted process, what it really comes down to is professionalism. This may sound easy, but it’s more complicated than you think. It’s more than dressing... Read more
How a Home Inspector Uses Technology to Break Bad News
Typically, home sellers say they want a simple, straightforward home inspector’s report. But, if that simple home inspection report has bad news, they will have more questions and expect solid... Read more
How a Mortgage Loan Officer Goes the Extra Mile for Their Clients
Applying for and getting a loan can be a tough and challenging process for a potential homeowner. However, a mortgage loan officer can make that process easier and more enjoyable... Read more
How Agents Use Social Media in Real Estate Marketing
Location, Location, Location. It’s a mantra you hear often in the world of real estate, and it’s true that the location of a property means everything when it comes to... Read more
How an Appraiser Can Wow Their Clients
There are many types of real estate appraisers today. Some are certified to appraise residential real estate, while others appraise property for federally related transactions. If you’re interested in becoming... Read more
How an MLO Can Find Success in Their First Year
So you’ve passed the NMLS, received your certification and joined a brokerage. It’s official — you’re a mortgage loan officer! Your first year as an MLO will be a challenging... Read more
How Appraisers Deal with Difficult Homeowners
Being a real estate appraiser can be a fascinating career. After an apprenticeship under a seasoned veteran and finishing up the pre-license/certification coursework, the adventure can truly begin. However, one... Read more
How Appraisers Diversify Their Work
Most residential appraisers rely on appraisal assignments from a limited pool of lending clients from banks and orders from appraisal management companies. While complaining about a constant stream of “revisions... Read more
How Can a Home Inspector Use Drones?
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... Read more
How Can an Appraiser Use Drones?
For some, drones are pesky annoyances. But in many industries, they are considered to be labor-saving technology. A real estate appraiser, for example, can benefit from the extra vantage point... Read more
How Do I Develop a Training Program for My Staff?
Over $500 billion is lost each year due to employee disengagement. Failing to properly train and engage your employees can lead to big problems in the future. As the world... Read more
How Do I Start My Own Real Estate Brokerage?
Starting your own real estate brokerage can prove lucrative. Around 6.2 million Americans purchased a home in 2017, and they all used a brokerage in some capacity to make these... Read more
How Home Inspectors Build Relationships with Real Estate Agents
In a perfect world, home inspectors and real estate agents would work together in an effort to provide assistance for home buyers and ensure they can make knowledgeable decisions about... Read more
How Home Inspectors Cross-Promote with Local Businesses
Have you ever bought a hamburger at McDonald’s and automatically bought a Coca-Cola to go with it? You have been touched by cross-promotion. Think how your home inspection business would... Read more
How Home Inspectors Help with Stairway Safety
Research shows that more than 1 million Americans injure themselves on stairways every single year, and more accidents happen on stairs than anywhere else in the home. This is why... Read more
How Loan Officers Can Build Trust with Realtors
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... Read more
How Many Messages Are In Your Inbox?
I’ve always been pretty aggressive about keeping the number of emails in my Inbox to as small a number as possible. Part of that process for me has been to... Read more
How Medical Marijuana Will Change Your Practice
Medical marijuana has been decriminalized in some states. However, under federal law, landlords are permitted to decline rent to a user of medical marijuana. So where does Ohio stand? Here... Read more
How MLOs and Real Estate Agents Make a Great Team
Purchasing a home can be a tedious, complicated process for home buyers. Not to mention, it’s a pretty big deal! Amidst the life-changing decisions, having support from trustworthy professionals (cough,... Read more
How MLOs Can Grow Their Referral Sources
Obtaining a mortgage loan can be a stressful process. Most people don’t share information about their finances with other people. But when they want a loan, they must share all... Read more
How MLOs Can Help First Time Homebuyers – And Gain Referrals
Buying a home for the first time can be very stressful. Most potential homeowners don’t know anything about the logistics of buying a home. As a mortgage loan officer, it’s... Read more
How New Agents Can Optimize Facebook For Better Lead Generation
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... Read more
How Real Estate Agents Can Manage Difficult Home Buyers
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... Read more
How Real Estate Agents Can Reach Millennials
1. Who are millennials? Millennials, born between 1980 and 2000, are more tech-savvy than their parents. As a result, they are basically constantly connected online and to each other. They... Read more
How Starting a Podcast Will Benefit Your Business
In an earlier post, we discussed the potential a podcast could have as far as audience reach and brand visibility. But let’s really get into the specific benefits your business... Read more
How the Buyer’s Market will Support Your Home Inspection Career
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... Read more
How to Become a Real Estate Agent
Understand the General Requirements Consider a Specialization Get your Education Find your Brokerage Fit Pass the State and National Exams You love HGTV. You dream of a career that allows... Read more
How to Become a Real Estate Agent in Ohio
Complete the Approved Pre-Licensing Education Choose your Sponsoring Broker Turn in your Application Schedule your Test If you are looking for a rewarding career in real estate, look no... Read more
How to Build a Truly Cohesive Team
Over 32 percent of businesses polled in a recent survey claimed that employee engagement was one of their main challenges. If your employees do not feel engaged, chances are they... Read more
How to Build Trust with Your Clients
The key to building a loyal, long-lasting client base is trust. You don’t establish trust with customers overnight. It takes an extended time of consistent action that demonstrates you’re a... Read more
How to Build Your Brand Identity and Improve Your Online Presence
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.... Read more
How to Create a Home Office You Can Actually Work In
One of the great things about working in the real estate industry is being able to work when and where you want. While you may have to put in hours... Read more
How to Create a Podcast for Your Business
Podcasts are one of the many ways businesses and personalities connect with their followers. But before diving into what it takes to start podcasting, let’s look at why you should. Why Start One?... Read more
How to Establish Your Business Entity
A little-known provision in license law permits licensees to receive their commissions in the name of their business entity rather than personally. Many licensees see tax and other benefits from... Read more
How to Explain Adjustable Rate Mortgages to Your Client
Buyers can easily get overwhelmed by the number of financing options available to them. Your job, as a mortgage loan officer (MLO), is to make sure that your clients obtain... Read more
How to Find Success in Your First Year as an Appraiser
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... Read more
How to Fine-Tune Your Freelance Business Model
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... Read more
How to Grab Attention with Digital Property Listings
Each day in the United States, 14,027 houses are sold. As a real estate agent, you likely want part of that “pie.” However, with so much competition in this industry, standing... Read more
How to Grow Your Home Inspection Business
Over 5 million pre-existing homes are sold each year. Homes that are being purchased with a mortgage loan will have to be inspected. If you are a home inspector, you... Read more
How to Help a Client that is Selling and Buying a House
In a hot real estate market, many sellers are looking to make a move. Often times agents are asked, “When selling and buying a house, which should I do first?” The... Read more
How to Inspect a Home for Aging in Place
By 2030, one out of every three Americans will be 50 years of age, or older and one in five will be 65 or older. It is estimated that 87... Read more
How to Inspect a Smart Home
According to a recent study, over 55 percent of the residences in America will be smart homes by 2021. For professionals in the home inspection industry, working with smart homes... Read more
How to Know Whether a Client Qualifies for a USDA Loan
As a mortgage loan officer (MLO), you will have clients in all different types of situations. They will be looking to you to provide the information they need to make... Read more
How to Manage a Busy Real Estate Season
As a real estate agent, it is important to understand seasonal trends in the housing market. Research from CNBC shows that homes are usually less expensive in the fall and... Read more
How to Market Your Home Inspection Business
Being a home inspector can be a very rewarding job. Having success in this industry will require you to provide excellent customer service and to have a bit of marketing... Read more
How to Predict Real Estate Trends
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... Read more
How to Prepare Clients for a Home Inspection
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... Read more
How to Prepare Your Client for Moving Day
As an agent, you might at times, help clients anticipate and prepare for moving day. You’ll notice worries abound on both sides of the transaction. Sellers must move their things... Read more
How to Sell a Smart Home in Just a Few Days
Did you know the global smart home market will likely reach more than 40 billion dollars by 2020? Or that the United States has the world’s highest smart home penetration... Read more
How to Succeed During Your Online Classes
Previously, earning a college degree or professional certificate used to mean attending in-person classes. Today, we have the option to find educational programs that offer more flexible options through in-person... Read more
How to Switch from Residential to Commercial Real Estate
The real estate industry offers many choices to licensed agents; they can work with buyers or sellers or both, they can help facilitate sales, rentals, or both types of transactions,... Read more
How to Use Smart Home Technology to Improve Home Business Workflow
“Home business” means something different from entrepreneur to entrepreneur. In some cases, it means an office in the home where clients are dealt with remotely. In many other instances, it... Read more
How Video Can Improve Your Real Estate Business
Did you know that 55 percent of all people watch videos online each day? Additionally, after watching a video, 64 percent of viewers are more likely to make a purchase.... Read more
How Will Drones Improve My Real Estate Business?
Quick, put your camera down — drones are a better option for taking photos of your properties. These aerial vehicles will optimize listings and increase interest in the latest homes... Read more
How Zillow is Entering the Mortgage Lending Business
Zillow promises to be a one-stop shop for homebuyers if its announced acquisition of Mortgage Lenders of America goes through. The August 6, 2018 announcement heralds a new integration for... Read more
Immigration and The Fair Housing Act
The national dialog about immigration raises questions on whether landlords may inquire about a prospective tenant’s status during the application process. HUD has issued guidance through its “Did You Know... Read more
Improving Economy Helps Buoy Housing
Daily Real Estate News Recent drops in oil prices and mortgage rates, along with positive tailwinds in the economy, are helping to jump-start the housing market in the new year,... Read more
Inspecting a Tiny House
The tiny house movement is one that has gained quite a bit of momentum in the past few years. This trend attracts a new wave of buyers and sellers from... Read more
Insuring a Tiny House
One popular trend in residential real estate today is the tiny house. According to tiny house expert The Tiny Life, a typical tiny house has between 100 and 400 square... Read more
Investing in The Ohio Real Estate Market as a Real Estate Agent
Ohio, commonly known as the Buckeye State, is located at the crossroads of the United States. Its excellent connections by land and air to the rest of the country make... Read more
IRS Ruling Cites the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice
According to a press release from The Appraisal Foundation, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has issued a new rule. The Substantiation and Reporting Requirements for Cash and Noncash Charitable Contribution Deductions rule explains... Read more
Is Mortgage Interest Tax Break Getting Axed?
Major Changes Made to the SAFE MLO Test On April 1, 2013 NMLS launched the Uniform State Test or UST. This is the first major change to SAFE MLO... Read more
Is Social Media The Next Big Thing In Recruiting?
The recruiting industry surely has changed since its inception around the mid-1900s. However, it’s really not a surprise that today’s recruiting practices are being impacted by new technology. After all,... Read more
Is the Appraisal Management Company (AMC) Model Broken
It’s a common subject in appraiser forums, chat rooms, and Facebook pages – a discussion of the pros and cons of working with appraisal management companies (AMC). For those appraisers... Read more
Is Your Cyber-House Secure?
With the new year comes renewed concern on whether businesses are prepared to combat cyber threats from both national and international operatives. The FBI has identified the business email compromise... Read more
Is Your Practice Ready for Drone Technology?
Real Estate professionals have started using drone technology to take aerial photos of listings and the surrounding neighborhoods. The technology is especially useful in publicizing the unique features of a... Read more
Is Your Real Estate Team Violating Federal Law?
We are all familiar with the idea of a real estate team. These groups of several or more agents provide efficient and coordinated real estate services to clients. Many teams... Read more
James Dwyer Memorial Scholarship 2017 Winner: Soubhik Das
The James Dwyer Scholarship is awarded to individuals who share his passion for the pursuit of excellence in the real estate industry. Scholarships, as a whole, are earned by those... Read more
James Dwyer Memorial Scholarship 2019 Winner: TiaVonna Bing
The James Dwyer Scholarship is awarded to individuals who share his passion for the pursuit of excellence in the real estate industry. Scholarships, as a whole, are earned by those... Read more
James Dwyer Memorial Scholarship Winner Announced!
Scholarships, the life-blood of individuals pursuing the achievement of higher education, are a vital part to what we do at Hondros College. In turn, we are pleased to announce the... Read more
Jerry Weissberg Joins Hondros Family of Companies as President
Hondros Family of Companies is pleased to announce that Jerry Weissberg will join the Hondros Family of Companies as President. Weissberg comes to the Hondros Family of Companies from Education... Read more
Just Starting As A Real Estate Agent? 6 Things You Need to Know
In this article, Candy Miles Crocker points out that it is touch starting out as a Real Estate Agent, and that there are 6 things new agents should know. The... Read more
Kentucky’s Hottest Housing Markets
In the past 5 years, Kentucky’s real estate markets have grown into some of the strongest housing markets in the country. The Bluegrass State is known for more than... Read more
Large Historic Mansions Can Be A Bargain In Some Older Industrial Cities
Some home buyers, especially those with an eye toward large, historical homes, are finding bargain prices in Midwestern cities like Toledo, Detroit and Minneapolis. One example is a home in... Read more
Learn How to Optimize Word of Mouth for Your Business
Word of mouth can be an essential tool when it comes to the real estate market. Some people don’t do their job properly and give a bad name to agents... Read more
Legal Roundup: Amazon Entering Real Estate, Amendment to Closing Disclosure Rule, and More!
This week’s “Legal Roundup” involves industry updates involving Amazon’s decision to potentially enter the real estate market, the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau amending its “Know Before You Owe” mortgage disclosure rule,... Read more
Legislative update on H.B. 532
With the introduction and testimony this week, Hondros College wants to keep you up to date on HB 532 and the intent of the legislation. We are happy to see... Read more
Legislative Update on H.B. 532: Testimony from Kristin Rosan
House Commerce and Labor Committee Opponent Testimony – HB 532 Presented by Kristin E. Rosan, Esq. Madison & Rosan, LLP Chairman Young, Vice Chair DeVitis, Ranking Member Lepore-Hagan and members... Read more
Legislative Update on H.B. 532: Testimony from Linda Hondros
House Commerce and Labor Committee Interested Party Testimony House Bill 532 Presented by Linda Hondros Chairman Young, Vice-Chair DeVitis, Ranking Member Lepore-Hagan and members of the House Commerce and Labor... Read more
Let Facebook’s Dynamic Ads for Real Estate Boost Your Digital Marketing
Facebook recently rolled out a new tool crafted for real estate professionals. Dynamic Ads for Real Estate. It allows brokerages to upload and advertise for-sale listings. This promotes relevant properties... Read more
Licensees Offer More than Just Selling Real Estate – Deductions for Destroyed Property
Potential consumers oftentimes seek consultation on issues that don’t involve buying or selling a home. Examples are questions on everything from HOA dues, homeowners insurance, and property taxes. Expanding your... Read more
Linda Hondros honored for Board Service at OhioHealth
Guest Post written by Kim McCann: During a private dinner reception at North Bank Pavilion last Wednesday, Linda Hondros was honored for her nine years of service on OhioHealth’s Board... Read more
Make 2017 Your Best Real Estate Year Yet
I hope your 2017 has gotten off to an amazing start for your real estate business. The Ohio real estate market is HOT right now and I can’t wait to... Read more
Managing Vacation Rental Homes
With the rise of vacation rental home websites, like Airbnb and others, many have sought to expand their practice to include the management of vacation rentals. There is a difference... Read more
Manufactured Homes Program Moves to OH Dept of Commerce
An important tip for professionals representing buyers of manufactured homes or the land upon which they sit. Starting this year, the regulation of the sale of manufactured homes has moved... Read more
Mastering Local SEO for Real Estate Agents
As you grow your real estate business, it’s important to understand search engine optimization (SEO) and its potential impact on your website. If done correctly, you can see hundreds... Read more
Median New Home Prices in October Set Record
redcrosswestmo.com The median price of new homes sold in October rose to an all-time high of $305,000 while the average price was $401,000, according to data from the U.S. Census... Read more
Millennials Don’t Know About Closing Costs
It seems millennials do not know about or understand closing costs, and the responsibility to tell them about closing costs is falling to Real Estate Agents. Two-thirds of potential home... Read more
Missing Motivation: When You Are Too Busy for Your Brand
Everyone has a product that they are trying to sell using their personal brand; real estate services, insurance products, and business skills alike. Along with the product you are selling,... Read more
Mobile Productivity for the Professional
Have you ever wished you were near a computer to address a client concern, when all you had was your smartphone? Asked to do an impromptu presentation, but all your... Read more
Momentum to Increase Commission Transparency
The Consumer Federation of American (CFA) has released a report, which estimates only 32% of Americans know a typical commission for a real estate agent. The CFA is an association... Read more
More Referral Sources for Mortgage Loan Officers
In order to be a successful mortgage lender, it’s important for you to have multiple referral sources. Establishing the referral sources can be difficult to do though. Thinking outside of... Read more
Mortgage Loan Officer Basics: What You Need to Know
A mortgage loan officer is a person who looks at loan applications and makes a recommendation to approve or deny them. You are the person sitting between the borrower and... Read more
Mortgage Loan Originating: Do You Have What It Takes?
A mortgage loan originator is a role that’s not for the faint of heart. You have to balance the interests of the borrower with those of the lender, be up... Read more
My Journey to Becoming a Real Estate Agent
My Journey To Becoming A Real Estate Agent For as long as I can remember, I have always been interested in becoming a real estate agent. My Dad likes to... Read more
NAR Member Survey Shows Rise in REALTOR® Income and Sales Volume
May 20, 2014 National Association of REALTORS® Reflecting the 11.5 percent growth in home prices last year, income and sales volume jumped for the third year in a row,... Read more
NAR REALTORS Conference & Expo 2018 Recap
The annual National Association of Realtors’ Conference & Expo took place in Boston, and gave new insights I couldn’t have found anywhere else! In past years, after attending this conference... Read more
NAR Report Shows Home Sales Are Up in the Midwest
Need another reason to stop procrastinating and finally register for pre-licensing courses? The real estate industry is still booming according to the National Association of Realtors. In a new report... Read more
National Association of Realtors (NAR) 2017 Event Recap
Over the weekend, Hondros Education Group attended the 2017 National Association of Realtors (NAR) The Sky’s the Limit Conference and Expo in Chicago, Illinois. We had many corporate associates represent HEG as... Read more
Navigating the Statute of Frauds
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,... Read more
Needed Change to Ohio’s Good Funds Law
In 2016, for the first time in 20 years, the Ohio legislature updated Ohio’s Good Funds Law. The changes were intended to address fraud as it relates to certified checks,... Read more
New Appraisal Law Benefiting the Consumer
New York state’s law regulating appraisal management companies recently became active and its contents are big news in the appraisal world. This is mainly due to it requiring transparency regarding... Read more
New Appraisal Requirements – Updated April 2019
UPDATE: This appraisal education requirement change means you can become an appraiser with an Associate Degree from our affiliate company, Hondros College of Business. Hondros College of Business offers the... Read more
New CompuCram Offers Adaptive Learning Technology
COLUMBUS, OHIO (PRWEB) The new CompuCram Exam Prep System is now available, incorporating a new and unique learning methodology, responsive design and a revolutionary Readiness Indicator to ensure that students... Read more
New Course for Ohio Supervisory and Trainee Appraisers
Ohio Appraising for the Supervisor and Trainee is here and ready! This intriguing course commences with an overview of national and state appraisal regulatory bodies as well as a comprehensive... Read more
New Dialogue, New Tools, Some of the Same Old Problems
The past couple of months have been busy! In that time I have attended multiple appraisal conferences on behalf of Hondros Learning and Hondros College to keep all of us... Read more
New FHA Appraisal Requirements Effective 6/15/2015
FHA has updated and expanded the Single Family Housing Policy Handbook, which will take effect on June 15, 2015. The handbook is available for download by visiting HUD.gov/Audiences/Appraisers. There are numerous... Read more
New Mobile Real Estate CE Courses
As a real estate agent are you always on the go with little down time? We understand that in your free time the last thing you want to do is... Read more
New Ohio Law for Oil and Gas Land Professionals
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... Read more
New Online Appraisal Continuing Education Courses
Hondros College now offers new online Appraisal courses: Green in Residences and Appraisals, gives students a look at the trend of green building in real estate. Covering All of the Bases... Read more
New Options for Settling Legal Disputes
If you’ve been involved in professional practice long enough, chances are you’ve had the need to work through legal disputes with clients or other business professionals. In an effort to... Read more
NEW YEAR, NEW YOU! BECOME A PERSONAL TRAINER TODAY AT HONDROS COLLEGE!
We are excited to be hosting an exclusive Hondros College Personal Fitness Open House at our Columbus/Westerville location! By registering for the trainer certification course at our December 17 open... Read more
NMLS Industry Update: 2016 Conference & 2015 Statistics
The NMLS (Nationwide Multistate Licensing System & Registry) held their annual conference and training February 16-19 in Phoenix, Arizona. Attended by mortgage regulators, licensees and educators of all types, the conference... Read more
Northern Virginia’s Housing Markets Are Heating Up
Virginia’s real estate market was one of the nation’s hottest housing markets in 2019. Despite a rocky end to 2018 (including stock market volatility, high mortgage rates, and the government... Read more
Northwest Ohio’s Growing Real Estate Market
Ohio’s diverse population, cities, and attractions have created a massive opportunity for real estate agents. The state’s stable economy, relatively low cost of living, and thriving real estate market make... Read more
Ohio Commences Regulation of Appraisal Management Companies
An appraisal management company is a business that manages or coordinates appraisers and their provision of appraisal services to lender clients. Although the regulation of appraisal management companies is not... Read more
Ohio Department of Commerce Issues Fiscal Year 2019 Report
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... Read more
Ohio Elections 2018: Be Informed and VOTE
November 6, 2018, known as the “Mid-Term Election”, marks the halfway point through the presidential 4-year term. Important dates to know: October 9, 2018 – Last Day to Register to Vote... Read more
Ohio Federal Court Dismisses Foreclosure in Favor of Borrower
The U.S. District Court, Northern District of Ohio, Eastern Division, has issued a ruling that resulted in the dismissal of a foreclosure case against a borrower. The decision effectively allows... Read more
Ohio Home Sales Off To A Good Start In 2015
The number of homes sold across Ohio in January rose 4.2 percent from the level posted during the month a year ago, the market’s fifth consecutive monthly year-over-year gain, according... Read more
Ohio Housing Finance Agency’s Homeownership Programs
An important part of a licensee’s duties is aiding clients with obtaining financing to purchase their home. Ohio’s Housing Financing Agency (or OHFA) offers homeownership products that help low to... Read more
Ohio Real Estate Market Included in Class Action Lawsuit
A group of home sellers has filed a federal class-action lawsuit against the National Association of Realtors (NAR) and some of the nation’s largest brokerage firms, alleging antitrust violations. The... Read more
Ohio Supreme Court Declines to Hear Hybrid Commissions Case
The Ohio Supreme Court had declined jurisdiction to hear Smythe Cramer’s appeal from trial and appellate court opinions certifying a class action lawsuit against it for fraud and unjust... Read more
Ohio to Abolish Dower Rights
On November 14, 2018, H.B. 407 was referred to the Ohio Senate Judiciary Committee for consideration. The legislation which generally proposes to abolish dower rights in Ohio was passed by... Read more
Ohio’s August housing report: Low inventory, brisk sales pace & stablizing prices
The most recent report on the Ohio housing marketplace shows that compared to the findings of a year ago, the inventory of homes for sale remains extremely low, the number... Read more
Oil and Gas Professionals Must Now Obtain Real Estate Licensure in Ohio
Continued from my earlier article concerning this topic. Last week the Ohio Supreme Court issued a ruling that those Ohio professionals that help obtain oil and gas leases on behalf... Read more
On-Page SEO for Real Estate Agents
As potential home buyers continue to use the internet to find new homes and rental properties, the importance of having a quality website has become more important than ever before. In... Read more
Online License Renewal Active July 17, 2017
The Ohio Division of Real Estate is making another great improvement to the services it provides to real estate licensees, this time involving online license renewal. As you know, the... Read more
Online Marketing Tip of the Week
Hondros College has just added a selection of online marketing courses perfect for business owners, real estate agents, insurance agents and anyone looking to learn more about online marketing! The... Read more
Online Marketing tip of the week
Online marketing is a key tool to help you grow your business, so it is imperative that you are using it correctly! Hondros College is here to help small business... Read more
Online Post-Licensing Courses Now Available
Both brokers and salespeople now have the choice to take their post-licensing education online or in the classroom – you choose! The ability of licensees to take online post-licensure education... Read more
Open House Sheds Light on Employment Opportunities in the Insurance Industry
Hondros College recently held its Insurance Focused Open House at the Westerville, Ohio campus. This Open House catered to the insurance industry where job seekers learned of the promising... Read more
Opportunities Found in the Appraisal Industry
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... Read more
Pending Home Sales Surge 6.1%
Daily Real Estate News Pending home sales posted a sharp 6.1 percent rise in May, as lower mortgage rates and rising inventories helped propel the market into the... Read more
Perks of Taking Real Estate Courses Online
Long gone are the days when real estate courses could only be taken in a classroom. Today, online learning has made it easier than ever before to study and obtain... Read more
Powerful Networking: The 3 Golden Rules
You’ve probably heard it before: It’s not what you know, but who you know. Networking is invaluable to entrepreneurs. It allows you to learn from the experiences of others, gain... Read more
Pre and Post-Closing Possession Agreements
If you represent a buyer that requires immediate housing and wants possession prior to closing, consider a pre-closing possession agreement. The agreement is similar to a lease, whereby the parties... Read more
Pre-Sale Home Inspections and Fees Declared Unconstitutional
Earlier this year, the Federal District Court for the Southern District of Ohio issued a long-awaited ruling on the constitutionality of the City of Oakwood’s pre-sale or point of sale... Read more
Preparing for a Possible Recession
It’s hard to turn on the news without hearing economists debate when the next recession will rear its head. As a consumer, preparing for a recession can be difficult. The... Read more
Property Management and the Apartment Boom in Central Ohio
A new report from real estate giant Zillow names Columbus a top-ranking apartment hot spot. Zillow’s latest report puts Columbus above Seattle, Denver, San Jose and many other hot apartment... Read more
Property Management: The Worst Mistakes You Can Make
Over the last year, the Ohio Real Estate Commission has seen a pattern of certain types of cases that result in the discipline of a real estate licensee’s license. A... Read more
Property Managers: Adequate Notice Ruling from Supreme Court
Managing property is not limited to finding tenants and collecting rent. One critical component of any property manger’s duties is to safeguard their client’s property. Thus, daily tasks like keeping... Read more
Protecting Your Business from Data Breach Liability
A nightmare for your clients can also become a nightmare for your business. If your business suffers a data breach and your client’s confidential information is stolen. You can... Read more
Protecting Your Commission From Procuring Cause Claims
Imagine this scenario: You’ve done a superb job as a buyer’s agent. You’ve shown your client the property through photographs and in person, you’ve negotiated the purchase agreement and guided your... Read more
Qualities to Look for in an Agent for Your Real Estate Team
Real estate teams are a common occurrence in the industry. For experienced brokers, building a team of qualified local real estate agents is an efficient way to be in more... Read more
Real Estate Advertising Rules Affected by Division-Issued Drafts
The Ohio Division of Real Estate has issued proposed changes to 35 rules, the adoption of 5 new rules, and the rescission of one rule. Some of the rules are... Read more
Real Estate Agent and Appraisers – Why Can’t We Be Friends?
There’s chatter online these days concerning the “rotten appraiser” who “killed my last deal”. Those agents will make sure appraisers never get assigned another appraisal for their sales. Are agents... Read more
Real Estate Agent vs. Realtor®: What’s the Difference?
Many people use the terms “real estate agent” and “Realtor® ” interchangeably. However, there are big differences between the two titles. Both titles require you to complete standard real estate... Read more
Real Estate Agents Are Cashing in On Georgia’s Housing Boom
With a population of 10.52 million, Georgia has become one of the most popular and affordable housing markets in the United States. Known for its deep history, beautiful scenery, and... Read more
Real Estate Agents Need to Mind Their Auto-Correct
Real estate is a fast-paced, always changing career – agents use a variety of ways to communicate with their clients and others involved in the buying or selling process. The... Read more
Real Estate and the Knowledge Gaps that Threaten the Industry
The National Association of REALTORS® published its D.A.N.G.E.R. report in May 2015. The goal of this report is to gather a Definitive Analysis of Negative Game Changers Emerging in Real... Read more
Real Estate Appraising: An Exciting Profession
One of the benefits of a career in real estate is the variety of specialties available to the practitioner. For example, one might want to stay with selling which is... Read more
Real Estate Career Opportunities for the Undecided Student
If you’re exploring professional paths to pursue after you finish your real estate education, there are plenty of real estate career opportunities available to you! Whether you’re interested in communication,... Read more
Real Estate Commission Issues License Revocations
To avoid a license revocation, a licensee must: Seek a purchase offer at a price and terms acceptable to the client Present any purchase offers to the client in a... Read more
Real Estate Division Taskforce Decides on Property Management Credential
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... Read more
Real Estate Licenses on the Rise in Columbus Ohio
According to Columbus Business First, as of June 25th of this year, 612 real estate licenses have been issued in Central Ohio. “Today, there are more than 7,600 active agents... Read more
Real Estate Safety- Best Practices
As real estate agents I believe we have one of the best jobs in the world; we get to help make the dream of home ownership a reality! As my... Read more
Real Estate Violations Caught on Camera
We’ve all been tempted, and maybe some of us have given in, to peak into a host’s medicine cabinet or under their sink. Not to steal anything, but just to be... Read more
Real Estate’s 12 Most Common Enforcement Issues
This week the Division of Real Estate issued its first newsletter since the Winter of 2016. Of note is a list of the 12 most common enforcement issues before the... Read more
Realtors, Clients, and Nanny Cams at Open Houses
On August 10, 1948, Allen Funt brought the funny, popular, and long-running show “Candid Camera” to television. It turns out Mr. Funt was good at predicting the future because cameras... Read more
Reasons to Become a Broker
Higher Income Run your Own Brokerage Receive Better Commission Splits and Management Options Run Property Management Companies Increase your Marketing Opportunities – The “Broker” Title has Value Looking to... Read more
Representing Buyers of Properties with a Homeowner’s Association
With Baby Boomers retiring and Millennials entering the real estate market, more buyers are purchasing condominiums or properties with a homeowner’s association. These buyers are looking to avoid the routine... Read more
Reviewing Your Residential Lease Agreement
Lease agreements are like any other form contract document. They get used daily but are rarely read. Agents may not realize the lease agreement being utilized in their practice may... Read more
Scholarship Winners Recognized
These days, a college education can be quite the knockout blow to your bank account. Thankfully, this is not the case for several real estate pre-licensing scholarship winners recognized by... Read more
SEMINAR WALKS REAL ESTATE PROFESSIONALS THROUGH NEW CFPB REGULATIONS
Columbus, OH (PRWEB) – July 20, 2015 As of October 3, new Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) regulations will change the way real estate professionals write closing contracts and do... Read more
Should I Hire a Real Estate Photographer?
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... Read more
Should Oil and Gas Professionals Be Licensed Real Estate Brokers?
On May 8, 2018, the Ohio Supreme Court heard oral arguments on whether professionals that deal in oil and gas leases are required to have a real estate broker’s license.... Read more
Signs It’s Time to Hire New Employees
Owning a small business can be very enjoyable. Making this type of business successful will require a lot of hard work and the right team. When your business is still... Read more
Simple Gestures to Keep Clients
Keep It Simple Stupid (KISS)! How many times have we all heard this advice throughout our lives and careers. This article by Andrew Flachner points out 5 Simple Gestures you... Read more
Sniffing the trail for a Supervisory Appraiser
The other day while casually scanning some employment ads in a local newspaper, I noticed something that had never caught my eye before. Most, if not all, of the advertisements... Read more
Start your Real Estate Career
Now is a great time to start your real estate career. Why? Well, there are a lot of reasons. Here are a few: The average age of Real Estate Agents... Read more
Statute of Limitations for Fraud Claim Against a Real Estate Agent
Ohio’s Eighth District Court of Appeals issued a ruling last week that established when the statute of limitations begins to run for a fraud claim against a real estate agent.... Read more
Student Spotlight: John Lestina
We’ve been following this rising star since he told us he was taking his classes online while deployed in Puerto Rico. Keeping in contact with him throughout his journey, it... Read more
Student success is our passion
It’s time for you to get the degree you didn’t think was possible. As an institution of higher education, we believe that all of your coursework serves as the building... Read more
Student Success Story: Meet Elton Davis
At Hondros College, we are proud to connect with our alumni who are successfully working after receiving their education. We sat down with Elton Davis, real estate broker and 2014... Read more
Student Success Story: Meet James Arnos, Real Estate Agent
At Hondros College, we take pride in educating some of the top performing real estate agents in Ohio. We enjoy the opportunity to stay connected with our students following completion... Read more
Student Success Story: Meet Melissa Stanley, Real Estate Agent
Student Success Story: Meet Melissa Stanley, Real Estate Agent As the leader in real estate education, Hondros College of Business prides itself on educating some of the top-performing real estate... Read more
Student Success Story: Meet Morgan McDonald, Real Estate Agent
At Hondros College, we’ve had the pleasure of educating some of the top real estate agents in Ohio. We are proud of our students and seek meaningful relationships with them... Read more
Student Success Story: Meet Olivia Nicodemus, Real Estate Agent
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... Read more
Student Success Story: Meet Philip and Kyle Morrical
At Hondros College, we are proud to connect with our alumni who are successfully working after receiving their education. We sat down with Philip and Kyle Morrical, a father and... Read more
Student Success Story: Meet Stacie Testaguzza, Real Estate Agent
As the leader in real estate education, Hondros College prides itself on educating some of the top-performing real estate agents in Ohio. It’s our mission to continue our relationships with... Read more
Student Success Story: Sam Krafty, Real Estate Agent
As a leader in real estate education, we are proud to educate some of the top performing real estate agents in Ohio. We strive to maintain our relationships with our... Read more
Success in Real Estate: It’s Not Just About the Listings
As a newly minted real estate agent or veteran licensee, your career goals equal bringing in commissions and forging relationships with clients. But let’s not forget, you may be a... Read more
Superintendent Addresses MLS Issues in Advisory Letters
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... Read more
Tax Appeal – The Appraiser’s Role
For most of us, we have already received the first half tax bill from the county, or it will be soon on its way. For appraisers, this particular time of... Read more
Tax Savings: Organize Your Real Estate Income
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... Read more
Texting Your Real Estate License Into a Suspension
Text messaging has become ingrained in our daily lives. Not a day goes by that a person does not send or receive at least one text message from coworkers, friends,... Read more
The Appraisal Qualifications Board Nationally Approves Hondros College of Business for Associate Degree Program
(April 12, 2019) – Hondros College of Business, part of Hondros Education Group, now offers the only associate degree program recognized by the Appraiser Qualifications Board as an approved education... Read more
The Best (Free!) Project Management Software
Whether you’re a student or a working professional, chances are you’ve had to manage at least one big project in your career. That’s where project management software comes in. With... Read more
The Best Apps for Home Inspectors
These days, it’s pretty clear that there’s virtually an app for everything. While there are quite a few games and “fun” apps to chose from, there are also apps designed... Read more
The Bureau of Labor Statistics Has Good News for Real Estate Professionals
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics released its jobs report today. The report shows that total nonfarm payroll employment rose by 215,000 in March. The unemployment rate is little changed... Read more
The Buyer’s Blog: My First Home Buying Experience, Part I
Most adults dream of being homeowners, saying “So long” to their monthly rent checks, “Adios” to the noisy neighbors and penny pinching landlords, and “Peace out” to the bedrooms that... Read more
The Buyer’s Blog: My First Time Home Buying Experience, Part II
Some homebuyers struggle to see the light at the end of the tunnel. They keep getting outbid on an offer, their dream home hasn’t popped up on the market, or... Read more
The Difference Between Commercial and Residential Real Estate
Broadly speaking, real estate consists of two major branches: commercial and residential. On the surface, these two branches don’t look the same. Residential properties include both resale and new homes.... Read more
The Entrepreneur’s Guide to Staying Sane
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... Read more
The Federal Reserve just hiked rates-so now what?
Recent articles in Inman and the New York Times discussed the Federal Reserve’s interest rate action yesterday. The Federal Reserve raised rates at its December meeting by 0.25 percent. Here are... Read more
The Growing Trend of Digital Signature Tools for Real Estate
For new real estate agents, there’s nothing more exciting than getting a real estate contract signed by a home buyer or a home seller. Signatures make it official, and after... Read more
The Importance of Search Engine Optimization (SEO) for Real Estate Agents
According to the National Association of Realtors, 44% of all people begin their home buying journey by searching online for property listings. So, what does this mean for real estate... Read more
The New Tax Law and Your Real Estate Business
As you probably already know, the 2017 “Tax Cuts and Jobs Act” is now law. What you may not know is how to implement those tax changes to maximize the... Read more
The Ohio Coalition of Appraisal Professional’s Summer Seminar 2019 Recap
The Fawcett Center at the Ohio State University was a busy place on June 19th, as a line-up of well-known speakers shared information with a huge audience of appraisers at... Read more
The Power of Direct Response Marketing
The world today is full of offers that consumers must wade through to find anything helpful. As a result, many consumers are just overwhelmed and stop paying attention. Direct response... Read more
The Real Estate Educators Association Announces New Board of Directors
Hondros College announced that Tina Lapp, Hondros College President, has been elected to the Real Estate Educators Association (REEA) Board of Directors for the new 2013-2015 term. The Real Estate... Read more
The Top 5 Keys to Real Estate Agent Success
So, you have made the decision to pursue a career in real estate. Good for you! You most likely understand the education needed to stand for the state exam, but... Read more
The Word NO Is In TechNOlogy For A Reason
This is an age of sophisticated technology in which almost everyone has the capability of conducting most of their business from their smartphone. Popular applications, such as DotLoop and DocuSign,... Read more
Three Important Trends for Mortgage Lenders to Know
Mortgage lenders have an important role to play in the financial sector. They help people identify how much they can spend on a new home, thereby providing an invaluable service... Read more
Tina Lapp is installed as 2016 President of REEA!
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... Read more
Tina’s Twenty Years: Hondros College President Tina Lapp Celebrates 20 Years with Hondros Family of Companies
Hondros College is proud to recognize one of the most dedicated, influential and ambitious women of the company. For 20 years Tina Lapp, Hondros College President, has been a driving... Read more
Tiny House Movement Meets Slow Progress
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... Read more
Tips for High Quality Real Estate Photography
When looking at real estate listings, can you guess where a prospective home buyer’s eyes go first? The photos. Real estate photography is at the forefront of the decision-making process... Read more
To Uber Or Not To Uber? That Is The Question.
In today’s electronic age of buying products and services via the internet, most transactions require the consumer to accept an agreement of terms regarding how the product will be delivered... Read more
Top 5 Reasons to Upgrade Your Appraisal License
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... Read more
Top 8 USPAP Myths
With many appraisers doing most of their work for lender-clients, they have become very familiar with the guidelines of Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac, and other programs’ underwriting rules. It’s common... Read more
Top 9 Appraisal Marketing Tips
Successful appraisers know that consistent appraisal marketing is critical to growing their businesses. When managing your business, there are a variety of appraisal marketing techniques you can use to build... Read more
Top Apps for Appraisers
If you are a home appraiser, you know all too well the importance of having the right tools. Taking advantage of the various tech tools available to appraisers can make... Read more
Top Benefits of Growing Your Team
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... Read more
Top Lead Sources for Real Estate Agents
When it comes to generating leads as a real estate professional, there are many ways to do it. There isn’t one cookie cutter way that works for everyone. When it’s... Read more
Top Tips for Recruiting Freelancers
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... Read more
Top Ways Successful MLOs Use Social Media
As a mortgage lender, you already spend a lot of time with people. You know that marketing and networking are important, but you might be apprehensive of using social media.... Read more
Two Real Estate Education Veterans Join Hondros Team
COLUMBUS, OHIO (PRWEB) January 06, 2015 Hondros Family of Companies is pleased to announce that Nancy Dunlop and Chris Vincenzi will join the Hondros team as national sales director and... Read more
U.S. New Home Sales Rise to Highest Level Since February 2008
WASHINGTON—New-home sales rose to the highest level in seven years in February, a sign of strong demand that could help boost the broader U.S. housing market. Sales of newly built,... Read more
U.S. Supreme Court Issues Ruling Regarding Property Rights
Although not widely covered in the mainstream media, the U.S. Supreme Court has issued a ruling that overruled prior Supreme Court precedent that required a landowner to first exhaust property... Read more
Understanding Home Construction Contracts
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... Read more
Understanding Land Banks
Another consequence of the mortgage loan crisis was the incursion of vacant, abandoned and unsafe properties. These blighted properties adversely impact communities and neighborhoods. The property values of nearby properties... Read more
Understanding Ohio’s New Foreclosure Procedures
Gone are the days of bidding on a foreclosed property at a Sheriff sale on the courthouse steps. Ohio’s foreclosure procedures have been updated to comply with changes in the... Read more
Unlicensed Staff in Residential Property Management
Managers of multi-unit residential rental properties invariably will need to utilize unlicensed staff in performing services for their landlord clients. Brokers routinely inquire about what their unlicensed staff can and... Read more
UPDATED: Licensing Fee Increases and More in New Ohio Budget Bill
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... Read more
Updates to Home Inspection Rules
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... Read more
Use Your Competition’s Social Media Success to Attract New Followers
Social media is an ideal platform if you want to build relationships with current and future customers. But there’s more to managing a successful online life than numbers. If your... Read more
Using Broker Lien Law to Protect Commissions
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... Read more
USPAP Frequently Asked Questions for Appraisal Part 1
These are questions most residential appraisers have asked themselves and wanted answers to – in a hurry. But the answers are in an unexpected place – the Frequently Asked Questions... Read more
USPAP Update in 4th Exposure Draft
Appraisers know that from, time-to-time, an exposure draft is initiated by the Appraisal Foundation, offering proposed changes to USPAP for public comments. And they also know that these are often... Read more
Vacation Homes and a Hot Market: What Realtors Should Know
A recent survey from the National Association of Realtors shows that over 80 percent of both vacation home buyers and investment home buyers believe that now is a good time... Read more
Ways to Attract and Recruit the Best Employees
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... Read more
What Are Desktop and Hybrid Appraisal Products?
What happens when a client requests for “alternative appraisal products”? They may call it a desktop appraisal, an evaluation, a value-check, or any one of a myriad of catchy titles.... Read more
What do Realtors really DO all day?
Whether you are new to the Real Estate business or a veteran, certainly at some point in time a neighbor or friend is going to say to you, “What Do... Read more
What Goes Into a Good Real Estate Agent’s Website
In today’s information and digital age, real estate agents need to keep up with the times. In days past you could get by with some yard signs and some pretty... Read more
What Happens When Tenants Escrow Rent
Attention all landlords and property managers! There are consequences for failing to keep a rental in good repair or otherwise abide by the terms of the lease. Under certain circumstances,... Read more
What Is a Brand and Why Do I Need One?
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.... Read more
What is an Appraisal Workfile and Why Do I Need One?
There’s nothing like a lawsuit or a complaint to the state licensing board to get your attention regarding how you’re doing business. Part of sound business practices for appraisers should... Read more
What Is Your Unique Value Proposition?
There are around two million real estate agents in the U.S.. Even in your local market, there are hundreds, maybe thousands of real estate agents consumers can choose from. How do you... Read more
What the MLS Clear Cooperation Policy means for Off-Market Listings
The National Association of Realtors (NAR) has adopted a rule change that will require all members to submit their listings to the multiple listing service (MLS) within one business day... Read more
What To Do When Your Digital Work Is Stolen
One of a licensee’s largest professional expenditures is on self and client marketing and promotion. Licensee’s spend significant time and resources on developing their brand, whether it be through designing... Read more
What to Look for in a Pre-Drywall Inspection
Home inspection is an essential part of the construction process. A high-quality build should have a thorough review before the team hangs the drywall. That’s to make sure everything is... Read more
What to Watch for When Appraising a Smart Home
As an appraiser, your job includes many aspects. But what happens when you’re appraising a smart home? How valuable are smart homes when it comes to appraising? Is smart technology... Read more
What Your Appraisal Clients Want
So, you do your best on every appraisal. You take your time and do thorough research. You carefully analyze the data, support the adjustments, and arrive at well-supported value opinions.... Read more
What Your Clients Really Want in a Home Inspection
Selling, buying or building a home can be an emotional experience. It’s important to be a trustworthy, knowledgeable resource during the process of working with real estate agents or home... Read more
What’s Your New Year’s Resolution? How About a New Career!
Stuck in a rut at your current job? Unemployed? Just want more flexibility? Hondros College is committed to helping you find and succeed in a new and rewarding profession. With... Read more
When Agents Manipulate the Multiple Listing Service
There is a growing trend in real estate where listing agents are taking their fledgling listings off of the market as “Withdrawn With Release”. They then immediately put them back... Read more
When Do Real Estate Agents Offer a Selling Bonus?
More and more, Realtors are seeing listing agents offering bonuses to buying agents if homes are placed under contract by a certain date. Bonus opportunities are not permitted to be... Read more
When Should a Client Refinance?
As a mortgage loan officer (MLO), you help clients to mortgage a new home purchase, but clients could also ask you for advice on refinancing. Being able to explain when... Read more
When to Recommend Upgrades to Clients
A listing agent is often asked by the seller, “What improvements should I make to the house to get the best price?” This puts the Realtor directly in the limelight... Read more
When to Sign The Consumer Guide to Agency Relationships
The Consumer Guide To Agency Relationships is one of two state-mandated forms that Realtors should be experts on before they even sit for the state licensing exam. So, when interacting... Read more
Which Transaction Management Software is Right for Your Real Estate Business
At its core, the real estate business hasn’t changed in a hundred years. It’s still about matching up the right buyers and sellers while smoothing out the sales process for... Read more
Wholesaling Real Estate – Is it Legal?
We’ve all seen the signs, “We Buy Houses.” Chances are the buyers are really investors seeking to wholesale property. Real Estate Wholesalers enter into a purchase agreement with a seller... Read more
Why Real Estate is Great to Enter with a Partner
Being a real estate agent provides the opportunity to help people achieve their dreams of homeownership. It can be a very rewarding, lucrative profession. But when first starting out, success... Read more
Why Visuals Are So Important for Your Website
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... Read more
Why You Should Accommodate Assistant Animals
In 2018, the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (“HUD”) saw increasing numbers of complaints regarding refusals to provide reasonable accommodation for assistant animals. The Fair Housing Act requires... Read more
Working From Home: The Legal Requirements
You’re getting the education you need to start your career, and you’d like to be able to work from home. Before you start, make sure you know the legal requirements... Read more
Your New Career Starts Here
We have always believed in entrepreneurs; those who want to achieve something more. Many of you might be thinking about changing careers, but aren’t sure if going back to school... Read more
Your Real Estate Website: Template vs. Custom Design
Real estate classes prepare you to manage real estate contracts and transactions, but they don’t spend a lot of time on real estate marketing. Once you’ve passed the exam and... Read more
“ABC’s of CFPB” Seminar a Success for Real Estate Industry Professionals
On Friday, July 31st, Hondros College held the “ABC’s of CFPB” seminar in light of the new closing documents taking effect early fall. Industry professionals Kevin McClure, Dave McKee and... Read more

Can I be a part-time home inspector?
Yes, you can. You determine how many hours you want to work. You may want to start out part time as you gradually transition from a current full-time job. As... Read more
Can I get a copy of my background check?
To get a copy of your background check, contact BCI & I at 1-877-224-0043. There should be an option to request a copy.
Can I use FAFSA?
FAFSA is not available for our courses. Click here for our payment options.
Do I have to be fingerprinted if I’ve recently been fingerprinted for…(adoption, school, work)?
Yes. The State of Ohio Dept. of Insurance requires all new licensees to be fingerprinted specifically for insurance licensing.
Do I HAVE to buy the books?
It is highly recommended that books are purchased, though not required. If you purchase a package, books will be included. You will have the option to pick up your books... Read more
Do I have to have a sponsor to start the classes?
A sponsor is not needed to start Real Estate classes; however, you will need a sponsoring Broker before taking the State exam. We can help you find a sponsoring broker!... Read more
Do I have to take all the classes at once?
After purchasing classes from Hondros College have 6 months to complete them. All can be completed at any one of our multiple locations statewide, online, or mix & match to... Read more
Do I need a broker to take the courses?
No. It is not necessary to have a broker sponsor for you to take our courses. However, before you can be seated for the State of Ohio license exam, you... Read more
Do you issue a 1098-T to students?
Since we are privately, not federally, funded we do not issue the 1098-T.
Do you provide job placement and/or help me find a sponsoring broker?
Every month we offer a Career Night. This is aimed at helping those becoming Real Estate Sales Agents find a sponsoring Broker. Click here to learn more and sign up... Read more
Do you submit hours to state on behalf of your real estate continuing education students?
We report course rosters to the Division of Real Estate for CE. The student is still responsible to submit their certificates, pay their renewal fees with ODRE.
Does the program help me pass the licensing exam?
Absolutely! We have built our reputation on great instructors, great courses, and great prep to pass licensing exams. We will get you there successfully, and efficiently. Our curriculum is built... Read more
How can I be sure a career in home inspection is right for me?
We encourage you to review your career objectives and what you are hoping to achieve with your career path. Discuss the pros and cons with someone who knows first-hand what... Read more
How can I be sure a career in real estate is for me?
Real estate is, above all else, a customer service business. You will be involved in what will be one of the biggest purchases/sales in someone’s life. We would encourage you... Read more
How can I reschedule my class(es)?
Once you are registered, you will be given a student account at Hondros.com that will allow you to make any changes to your schedule that you need to. Your login... Read more
How do I get my insurance license in Ohio?
Complete the steps below: Complete 40-hour classroom course or a self-study equivalent; Sign up for classes by visiting https://www.hondros.com/programs/insurance/overview/. Complete fingerprint/background check; This can be done at any Hondros College... Read more
How do I get my real estate license in Ohio?
The state of Ohio requires 120 hours of education, all can be completed at any one of our multiple locations statewide, online, or mix & match to create your own... Read more
How do I get started with the pre-licensing education?
As an institution of higher education in the State of Ohio, Hondros College is the best place to start! We’ve been helping active, busy adults get the professional education they... Read more
How do I obtain experience hours?
You will need to find a mentor who is willing to train you in the field. This experience will most likely involve viewing properties and writing reports. (There are some... Read more
How do I schedule an online class?
If you would like to schedule, please follow the steps below: Click here, or click LOGIN at the top right of the hondros.com Under REAL ESTATE, click on PRE-LICENSING (CLASSROOM... Read more
How do I schedule my fingerprints?
For our Columbus, Cleveland and Dayton locations, FastFingerprint services are available Monday – Friday from 9:00am-12:00pm and 1:00pm-4:00pm, and at the Toledo location FastFingerprint services are available Monday-Thursday from 9:00am-1:00pm... Read more
How do I schedule my fingerprints?
For our Columbus, Cleveland and Dayton locations, FastFingerprint services are available Monday – Friday from 9:00am-12:00pm and 1:00pm-4:00pm, and at the Toledo location FastFingerprint services are available Monday-Thursday from 9:00am-1:00pm... Read more
How do I schedule my proctor?
Scheduling to take a proctor at the campus can be done by calling 1-888-HONDROS (466-3767). Proctors are given Monday – Friday, 9-11am or 2-4pm.
How do I schedule my state exam?
Real Estate state exams are scheduled by calling PSI Exams at 1-855-834-8749 or by visiting their website at psiexams.com.
How do I schedule my state exam?
PSI administers the Ohio insurance licensing exams. Visit https://home.psiexams.com/#/home?bc=ohin to schedule your state exam.
How do I schedule my state exam?
PSI administers the Ohio insurance licensing exams. Visit https://home.psiexams.com/#/home?bc=ohin to schedule your state exam.
How long are my certificates good for?
Upon successful completion of your Real Estate pre-licensing classes you will be given completion certificates. These are good for ten years.
How long are my certificates good for?
Upon successful completion of your Real Estate pre-licensing classes you will be given completion certificates. These are good for ten years.
How long are my certificates good for?
Insurance certificates are good for 180 days. If you do not pass the state exam within the 180 days, you will be required to complete the course or self-study again.
How long does it take to complete the real estate courses?
Real Estate pre-licensing on Ohio requires 120 hours of pre-licensing education. Complete 40 hours of Principles & Practices, 40 hours of Law, 20 hours of Finance and 20 hours of... Read more
How long will it take me to complete the 80-hour course?
You decide! We’ve built in flexibility allowing you to complete the 32 hours of online-self-study coursework at your convenience. The 6 days of instructor-led Livestream classes (48 hours) are scheduled... Read more
I am currently enrolled in an online insurance product from Hondros. How long will I have access to my course?
Students enrolled in online insurance products from Hondros will have 6 months from the date of purchase to finish their course.
I am currently enrolled in an online insurance product from Hondros. How long will I have access to my course?
Students enrolled in online insurance products from Hondros will have 6 months from the date of purchase to finish their course.
If I have questions on content material how do I get support?
Please continue to email askaninstructor@hondros.com for questions on content material. For all other questions, don’t hesitate to get in touch with our helpful Student Services Associates at 1-888-HONDROS.
If I have questions on content material how do I get support?
Please continue to email askaninstructor@hondros.com for questions on content material. For all other questions, don’t hesitate to get in touch with our helpful Student Services Associates at 1-888-HONDROS.
If I have questions while I am studying on my own, where do I go for help?
Hondros is here for you every step of the way! We know questions come up and we are committed to making sure you have the accurate facts to answer your... Read more
Is the full amount due when I register or is there a payment plan?
Full payment is required at the time of purchase. Classes may be purchased individually to help lessen the upfront cost. Click here for more information on our payment options.
Is the job market promising for home inspectors?
Yes. Three of the top 20 fastest growing real estate markets are currently in Ohio. Nearly 90% of all real estate transactions include a home inspection and with the new... Read more
Is there a continuing education requirement?
Beginning January 1, 2010 every licensee must complete 8-hours of NMLS approved continuing education annually by the end of the calendar year. Continuing education can be completed in a classroom... Read more
Is there an exam involved in licensing or certification for appraisers?
Yes, the exam is a test that is the same nation-wide that you would take at the end of your appraisal education, experience hours, and college courses/degree. Hondros College is... Read more
Is there financial aid?
Our Real Estate courses are currently not eligible for financial aid such as PELL grants or VA funding, but we have scholarships available on our website as well as other... Read more
My attendance is incorrect; how do I get this fixed?
You can call Student Services at 1-888-HONDROS (466-3767) and one of our Student Services Associates will be happy to help you.
Ohio Open House Events
Not sure where to start? No worries! Join us for one of our free Open House events at a convenient campus near you. SIGN UP TODAY During the Open House,... Read more
Once I am a licensed or certified appraiser, will I be required to take continuing education classes in the future?
Yes, every state will require a certain number of continuing education hours in order to maintain the license or certification held. A wide variety of continuing education courses are available right here... Read more
What are the most effective study tips to help me finish on time?
Create a reasonable and attainable completion goal. Keep up with your studies until all the elements of the course have been completed. Register for your state examination as to help... Read more
What are the most effective study tips to help me finish on time?
Create a reasonable and attainable completion goal. Keep up with your studies until all the elements of the course have been completed. Register for your state examination as to help... Read more
What are the passing requirements for my state exam?
The passing score for all Ohio insurance examinations is 70%. Visit https://home.psiexams.com/#/home?bc=ohin to view the Ohio Candidate Information Bulletin and learn more about licensing requirements.
What are the passing requirements for my state exam?
The passing score for all Ohio insurance examinations is 70%. Visit https://home.psiexams.com/#/home?bc=ohin to view the Ohio Candidate Information Bulletin and learn more about licensing requirements.
What does a Mortgage Loan Officer do?
Loan Officers facilitate this lending by seeking potential clients and assisting them in applying for loans. Loan Officers also gather information about clients to ensure that an informed decision is... Read more
What is required to become a Home Inspector?
To apply for your Ohio Home Inspector’s License, the Ohio Division of Real Estate and Professional Licensing requires you to complete 80 hours of approved home inspector education, via an... Read more
What is the first step to become an appraiser?
You will need to take appraisal education courses, available right here at Hondros College. Classes are available online for your convenience. Your state will then have an application process to become an... Read more
What is the process to becoming a licensed or certified appraiser?
It is state-specific; every state has its own set of rules. All will require what is called “pre-licensing” appraisal education hours (they are available online right here at Hondros College), plus... Read more
What is the status of the new Home Inspection licensing laws in Ohio?
Senate Bill 255 was signed into law on January 4, 2019, creating the Ohio Home Inspection Program to be headed up by the Ohio Division of Real Estate & Professional... Read more
What is your Military Appreciation Program?
We have created the Military Appreciation program to recognize the commitment our veterans have made, and we are extending the 15% savings to all real estate, appraisal, home inspection, mortgage,... Read more
What is your refund policy?
Refund Policies* The following is the Hondros College refund policy and is applicable to each classroom or online course. No refund will be issued after 30 days of purchase.... Read more
What items are students required to bring to the testing center?
In Ohio, here is what you need to bring to the PSI testing center: Two (2) forms of signature identification, one of which must be a government issued photo-bearing (preferably... Read more
What should I do if I am currently working as a Home Inspector in Ohio but not yet licensed?
The most important consideration is to be prepared so you do not miss time conducting business when the licensing laws go into effect. As the OHIB rules currently await approval,... Read more
When should self-study students take their proctored exam, and when are they available?
Self-study students should take the required, provider-created proctored exam when they have completed their self-study materials and feel they comprehend the concepts. Students are able to proctor online with a... Read more
Where can I find a list of class dates?
A list of upcoming class dates can be found in our digital course guide – click here!
Where do I get a proctor code?
You can call Student Services at 1-888-HONDROS (466-3767) and one of our Student Services Associates will provide the proctor code.
Why Become A Home Inspector?
As a Licensed Home Inspector, you can dictate your schedule and be your own boss! Gross annual full-time income of around $70K About 75% of home inspectors work for themselves.... Read more
Why do I only have 1 time to take the CompuCram pre-assessment?
You can take the CompuCram practice tests, vocabulary reviews, and simulated exams as many times as you’d like. The initial Pre-Assessment test can only be taken once. This is for... Read more
Will Hondros coursework be aligned with the new Ohio Home Inspection Board (OHIB) recommendations for pre-licensing education?
Hondros College participated in every OHIB meeting and followed all of the OHIB guidelines and recommendations to develop our pre-licensing courses. Hondros is very confident once rules have been officially... Read more
Will I be able to purchase an extension for my online Hondros insurance course after the 6 month timeframe?
No, we will not be allowing extensions on these products after 6 months, but you will be able to purchase a new course through XCEL. We strongly encourage students to... Read more
Will I be able to purchase an extension for my online Hondros insurance course after the 6 month timeframe?
No, we will not be allowing extensions on these products after 6 months, but you will be able to purchase a new course through XCEL. We strongly encourage students to... Read more
Would I be paid as an apprentice appraiser by the mentor who is training me?
Situations vary – this is a question to ask as you interview with mentors in your area. Some appraisal companies have all appraisal staff as independent contractors; while others have... Read more

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