Sotheby’s International Realty Announces Mary Lee Blaylock as Next President
Sotheby’s International Realty has announced that Mary Lee Blaylock will be its next president. She will oversee 48 brokerage offices nationally that support more than 2,300 affiliated agents. Blaylock joins the company with more than 30 years of residential real estate experience,...
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Top 4 ‘Don’t Bother’ Projects to Flag for Your Home Sellers
Some home-improvement projects are no-brainers whether staying or selling, such as minor kitchen and bathroom remodels and energy-efficient upgrades. Others are questionable for those who spend the money and want to recoup it in a sales price soon. Here are four ‘don’t bother’...
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A Star Agent on the Rise: How REW Platforms and Coaching Fueled Jayda Mclauchlin’s Success
Above: Jayda Mclauchlin Jayda Mclauchlin has quickly emerged as a rising star, earning the prestigious Agent of the Year award from the Carly Carey Real Estate Team. In her first year as a REALTOR®, she closed over $10 million in transaction volume in a market with fewer than 100,000...
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Communicate Like It Matters—Because It Does
Some people are just naturally good communicators. For the rest of us mere mortals, communication takes effort, and that’s okay. If you’re in real estate, being a strong communicator isn’t just helpful; it’s critical. One tiny typo or awkward message can cost your...
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Illustrated Properties Announces Christina Pappas as Next President
Above, Christina Pappas Illustrated Properties has announced Christina Pappas as its new president. In addition to her new role, Pappas will continue serving as president of The Keyes Company, which, together with Illustrated and a number of ancillary businesses, comprises The Keyes family of...
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New-Home Sales Climb, but Economists See Devil in the Details
During March 2025, new single-family home sales were at a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 724,000. Per the latest findings from the U.S. Census Bureau and Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), sales were up 7.4% month-over-month and 6% year-over-year. Since the beginning of...
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Your 15-Minute Fix for Real Estate Content Planning
Editor’s Note: Social Skills is a bi-monthly feature in RISMedia’s Daily News focused on social media and digital marketing tips, trends and solutions for agents and brokers. In real estate, time is money. And if you ask any real estate agent why they don’t post on social media...
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Another Brokerage CEO Expresses Support of Private Listing Restrictions
Above, Donny Samson Amidst the hot topic discussions and controversial decisions surrounding private listings, Donny Samson—CEO of Samson Properties—has expressed his support for Zillow and Redfin’s bans in a recent statement. “Zillow and Redfin made the right call,” said Samson in...
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What Does ‘Off-Market Property’ Mean to You? Demystifying the Term
“Have you ever noticed how some expressions start off meaning one thing but somehow take on a life of their own?” asks Suzy Minken rhetorically. A Compass star agent from Short Hills, New Jersey, she studies the industry closely. “That’s exactly what’s happening with the term...
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Legislative Round-Up: State Bills Legislating REALTORS® in 2025
The business practices and regulations of REALTORS® have been changing—and not just through associations. Since the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR) settlement, MLS participants have been required to sign a written agreement with a buyer before touring a home. Yet, recently,...
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