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What do buyers need to know about flood insurance?

Flooding, statistics tell us, is the most common and costly natural disaster in the U.S. – especially today, as factors like climate change, rising sea levels, and changes in precipitation

Essential Readings

Understanding Probate: The Legal Process of Distributing Assets After Death

Probate is the legal process that takes place when someone dies and leaves behind assets such as bank accounts, property,

Avoiding the Pitfalls in Probate Transactions

Most real estate agents have encountered a property that belonged to someone now deceased, whose heirs are selling the home

Industry Insights

From Sci-Fi to Reality: The Rise of Smart Homes in Property Listings

Raise your hand if you remember the Disney Channel Original Movie “Smart House,”...

Demystifying Insurance in the Real Estate Transaction

I’ve made my career in the real estate industry: first, in mortgage and...

Cyndi Ray: Perspectives from Women in Title

An Interview with Cyndi Ray, President of Sunbelt Title and Texas American Title...

Agent Tips and Resources

Seven Ways to Make This Your Most Productive Holiday Season

With so many families focused on shopping and seasonal festivities, the holiday season...

Agents Who do This Will Stay Top of Mind with Clients

As every real estate professional knows, happy clients are your best source of...

Making TikTok Work for You

As a real estate agent, you may wonder how much value you can...

Buying and Selling a Home

Timeless Charm: Reviving Five Vintage Home Trends to Attract Buyers

Remember the sunken living rooms, wood-paneled walls, and avocado green appliances? These iconic...

How Does Escrow Differ for Manufactured Homes?

Buyers and real estate professionals new to the issue often ask if the...

Quitclaim Deed, Warranty Deed…What’s the Difference?

While both quitclaim deeds and warranty deeds deeds may be used to transfer property...