Windows 10 introduced a new feature called “Fast Startup.” The purpose of this feature is to allow your computer to turn on a bit faster after you have shut down. Windows performs this by overriding the Shutdown command and never fully turning off; … [Read more...]
How Well Do You Know Your RESPA? | REAL Trends
Test your knowledge of what may or may not trigger RESPA. By Sue Johnson, strategic alliance consultant In its simplest form, Section 8(a) of the Real Estate Settlement Procedures Act (RESPA) prohibits a real estate broker or agent from giving … [Read more...]
Kansas Housing Market Stats – August 2016
“Home prices across the state are continuing to rise," said KAR president, Deborah McMullen with McGrew Real Estate in Lawrence. "The inventory of desirable homes available for sale is extremely limited." August 2016 Market Highlights August … [Read more...]
Why the Bubbles Aren’t Bursting | REAL Trends
As robust demand and tight inventories drive up home prices at double-digit rates in dozens of hotter markets, warnings of local bubbles again are making headlines. Should we be afraid? By Steve Cook, RealEstateEconomyWatch.com As prices rise … [Read more...]
New Drone Rule Affecting The Real Estate Industry
Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems (sUAS), most commonly known as drones, are making an impact in many aspects of life. In the past, being able to use drones for commercial purposes, including in the real estate industry, had been complicated and … [Read more...]
Kansas Housing Market Stats – July 2016
“Home prices across the state are continuing to rise," said KAR president, Deborah McMullen with McGrew Real Estate in Lawrence. "The inventory of desirable homes available for sale is extremely limited." July 2016 Market Highlights Home … [Read more...]
The Next Frontier in Real Estate Video | REAL Trends
Technology has evolved, and what was once amazing, untouchable technology is now mainstream. Here’s a look at some video technologies that are evolving. By Travis Saxton, vice president of technology Remember when you first heard about drones … [Read more...]
Agent Reviews & Ratings: The Impact of Technology | REAL Trends
Brokerage leaders should take the lead in assisting their agents in establishing their online reputations. by Steve Murray, publisher “The holy grail for online real estate portals is to change consumer behavior with respect to how they choose … [Read more...]
6 Things You Should Do When Your Email Gets Hacked
Getting your email hacked can happen to any of us, and it can be alarming. The most popular way people realize that their email has been hacked is when a friend or family member lets them know that they received a strange email from them. Email … [Read more...]
Kansas Housing Market Stats – June 2016
Kansas home sales rose by 6.6 percent in June 2016 compared to the same period last year, according to new figures released by the Kansas Association of REALTORS®. Sales totaled 4,433 units in June, up from 4,160 units in 2015. In comparison, sales … [Read more...]