Homeowner Resources

In the face of ever-increasing discount brokerages, it's understandable that sellers may question your commission amount. And they may even ask for a discount. As such, expect this topic to come up, and don’t be tongue-tied when it does. Be prepared to fully articulate the services you offer. Validating your commission to your sellers is part of the real estate business, and you want to respond in a respectful but confident manner when the issue comes up. Understand that sellers may tally up the numbers and conclude that your commission is excessive. As such, make sure you can prove your worth when it comes to commission. … [Read more...] about Validating Your Commission

The following back-to-school tips from the American Academy of Pediatrics offer great advice for getting your reluctant student back into the swing of school. Since August is back-to-school month - a few tips for a great start. … [Read more...] about August is Back-to-School Month – A Few Tips For a Great Start

Maintaining a swimming pool is more complicated than many of us imagine, but the rewards are clear. Four components must be constantly nurtured: water chemistry, the pool's surface, its circulation, and its filtration system. Keep your swimmers (and your investment) healthy this summer with the following pool maintenance tips. It's the season for a little Pool Envy: How to make your pool the place to be. … [Read more...] about Pool Envy: How to Make Your Pool the Place to Be

The warm days of summer bring with them higher energy bills. Here are some tips to help you keep your energy bills low while temps get high. Close the drapes During the day when the sun is at its peak, keep window treatments closed to keep the sun from heating up your house. … [Read more...] about Keep Your Energy Bills Low While Temps Get High

If you work in real estate, you know that technology dictates much of your business strategy. And you also know that millennial buyers are driving this trend. Millennial buyers now represent the biggest core of buyers in the market. As such, your path to success in this market landscape is to maximize your digital footprint. You need to speak the language of your clients, which is increasingly digital. With that mission in mind, we've outlined three digital trends every Realtor® should use. … [Read more...] about Three Digital Trends Every Realtor® Should Use