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Jan 05, 2016

What is networking?

The idea of “expanding one’s network” leaves a little bit of a sour taste in my mouth, and I want to tell you why. Let’s face it: not everyone is out there to build relationships. They are there because they need more clients, and they want your money. Let’s face it: not everyone is out there […]

Letters from: Shane Pendley, owner of Parus Solution Marketing and Homes2Value

Welcome to “Letters from,” a column that examines the intimate thoughts of members of the real estate industry. Learning from our mistakes creates a more powerful version of ourselves moving forward. Click To Tweet Name: Shane Pendley Role: Owner and CEO of Parus Solution Marketing and Homes2value Years in business: 16 www.parusinc.com | @Parusmarketing | www.facebook.com/ParussolutionMarketing |  www.facebook.com/homes2value | Shane’s Success Secrets  […]

Luxury listing: 1853 home upgraded for modern living

The four-bedroom, 4.5-bathroom home is a historic landmark located on a secluded lot on The Summit of Russian Hill with sprawling views of the San Francisco Bay and the skyline. Built in 1853, the two-level residence has been fully renovated with an elevator connecting to the two-car garage. The main level boasts a stunning foyer, living room, gourmet kitchen […]

Redfin slashes (or eliminates) ‘partner agent’ rebates

In a move that the brokerage says reflects its growing focus on offering savings to homesellers, Redfin has announced plans to slash or eliminate the rebate it offers to buyers whom the firm refers to non-Redfin agents, known as “partner agents.” The rebate reduction will take effect Feb. 1. From commission split to flat refund For closings […]

Moving company™s annual survey says relocators still go West, South the most

Americans continue to pack up and head West and South. That’s a simple summary of results of annual survey conducted by people who know this country’s moving habits. The recently released United Van Lines’ 39th Annual National Movers Study tracks the moving company’s state-to-state customer migration patterns over the past year. For 2015, the study […]

Houston homebuilders enter challenging times, but are still optimistic

Houston should remain the nation’s leading homebuilding metro in 2016 despite a slowdown in single-family home starts. Scott Davis, director of Metrostudy’s Houston region, recently dubbed 2016 as the “most challenging environment” for Houston homebuilders in the last several years, pointing to affordability as the primary issue. A recent MetroStudy report showed that the slowdown […]

1 billion Uber rides — who will be the first real estate disrupter to close 100,000 home sales?

After testing its ridesharing service in New York City with only three cars, Uber officially launched in San Francisco on July 5, 2010. On the last day of 2015, it celebrated its one billionth trip. Mind-boggling. But consider: One billion represents a small fraction of all personal trips on buses, trains, cabs, private autos, shared rides, […]

December 2015 industry partnerships and developments

Who joined forces in the real estate industry in December to help agents up their game, and who’s rolling out new products? Here’s our rundown, in chronological order. December 1 Long & Foster Real Estate announced that it has opened an annex office in Avalon, New Jersey. Select Group Real Estate Services has merged with two […]

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