Over the last decade, energy efficiency and sustainability have been advancing in the public consciousness, and green residences have become mainstream in many markets. As people continue to build and retrofit according to more eco-friendly standards, the value of “green” has come into greater demand, presenting an opportunity for real estate appraisers. Here are just a few of the top benefits of...
How much does a real estate agent make? That’s an important question to answer before you jump into a new career, but also one to keep asking throughout your career to see how you compare to others in your field. Our recent survey found real estate agent income varies by brokerage type — so you can maximize your earnings by choosing a brokerage that’s more likely to boost your profits. Here’s...
by Vincent Fulger Just when you thought you had mastered marketing to Millennials, it’s time to prepare for a new generation of homebuyers: Gen Z. According to Realtor.com’s fourth-quarter generational propensity report, these tech-savvy adults now own about 2% of the homes on the market. And, unlike their Millennial predecessors, Gen Z desires simplicity, practicality, and they’re more focused than the previous...
by Vincent Fulger 
Steve Perry took the long route to real estate, moving from Connecticut to Northern California at the age of 28 and working in construction and other housing-related fields before acting on his passion to help buyers and sellers realize their American dream. Twenty-eight years later, married and teamed with his wife, Christine, since 1997, he is living his own dream. Paired at SteveandChristinePerry.com,...
by Vincent Fulger 
To become a licensed appraiser, most states require you to start out as an appraisal trainee and obtain a certain number of hours of experience before you can appraise real property on your own. Many states have different titles for trainees, such as apprentice appraiser or registered appraiser. Some states require you to earn a college degree, but some don’t. Check the requirements in your individual...
As the market reaches frenzied levels and constantly fighting multiple offers becomes a frustration point for agents and clients alike, your level of professionalism can create a competitive advantage for your clients. In any competitive situation, how you make the cooperating agent feel can make a huge difference in your win percentage. That, along with tried-and-true strategies, will help you...
by Vincent Fulger 
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Hodnett Cooper Real Estate has launched its fifth location in Georgia by acquiring local brokerage Magnolia Realty. This acquisition will add one office and 25 real estate professionals to the brokerage. “We’re excited to provide buyers and sellers with the expertise, service and networking connections that our agents are known for in the rapidly growing Camden County...
by Vincent Fulger 
Mike McElroy has been in the real estate business for seven years. After working for a time at a Chicago radio station, he got his first real estate job in 2009. He says he found a business afraid of change, afraid of technology, afraid of loosening up and having fun every now and then. And he thought he could do better than that. So he started his own brokerage. Mike is the Founder and Managing Broker...
by Vincent Fulger 
McKissock’s Unlimited Learning Members enjoy 24/7 access to a wide array of online appraisal classes, webinars, videos, podcasts, checklists, job aids, and other resources. Plus, we’re adding to our library each month so that you get the most current and relevant information to grow your real estate appraisal career. Do you already have an Unlimited Learning Membership? Here are some newly added...
