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How to Build Your Sphere of Influence in Real Estate

What’s one way to leap from newbie to producing (and paid) real estate agent faster? Develop and market to your sphere of influence. Learn how with this golden strategy. 

April 29, 2025 Read more

Appraisal

Appraising the Eiffel Tower

The Eiffel Tower is more than an architectural masterpiece. It represents a universal connection to history, culture, and human ingenuity. See how we appraised it, using the USPAP and International Valuation Standards.

April 21, 2025 Read more
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Appraisal

Your Guide to Working with Appraisal Management Companies (AMCs)

When you begin your career as an appraiser, you open yourself to a world of employment opportunities — so where’s the right place to start? Learn how to choose the right Appraisal Management Company with this guide. We spoke with our National Appraisal Expert, Rebecca Jones, to get the inside scoop.

April 5, 2025 Read more
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Real Estate

Preventing Racial Steering Begins With Real Estate Agents

Learn how real estate agents can prevent the illegal practice of racial steering and remain compliant with federal Fair Housing laws.

March 31, 2025 Read more
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Appraisal

Appraising The Simpsons Home: What’s It Really Worth?

How much would 742 Evergreen Terrace be worth in today’s real estate market? And what property characteristics stick out to an appraiser during their analysis? Keep reading and let’s explore the value of The Simpsons family home.

March 25, 2025 Read more

Real Estate

Understanding and Closing the Racial Homeownership Gap

The racial homeownership gap is larger today than it was in the 1960s, when housing discrimination was legal. Here’s the background, and how you can help.

March 3, 2025 Read more

Real Estate

7 Simple Ways to Generate More Leads

Getting leads can be a consistent challenge in real estate, especially when you're just starting out. Here are 7 ways to generate more leads, and have fun doing it.

February 12, 2025 Read more

Mortgage

2 Big Skills Mortgage Officers Need in 2025

With 2025 comes hopeful predictions for stabilized mortgage rates and a rebound in home sales. Couple that with a rise of new homes on the market, and you’ve got a new year bursting with potential.

February 4, 2025 Read more
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Appraisal

Understanding PAREA: Practical Applications of Real Estate Appraisal

If you’re a trainee appraiser (or soon to be one), there’s a new path you can take to gain the experience hours necessary to earn an independent appraiser license. It’s called PAREA, and it stands for Practical Applications of Real Estate Appraisal. 

February 2, 2025 Read more

Appraisal

Appraising a Hobbit Hole: The Property Value of Bag End

There are many homes being built today that function like Hobbit homes, complete with eco-friendly features, unique architecture styles, and beyond. After appraising a Hobbit Hole, we came up with an opinion of the property value of Bag End – and in the process uncovered many precious treasures.

January 19, 2025 Read more

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