10 Cheapest Places to Live in Florida by the Beach (2023)

10 Cheapest Places to Live in Florida by the Beach (2023)

Picture yourself waking up to the sound of crashing waves, stepping outside into the warm Florida sun, and strolling along pristine beaches. Imagine experiencing all of this without breaking the bank. In... Read more »
How to Get a Real Estate License in Texas

How to Get a Real Estate License in Texas

Texas residents interested in becoming a real estate agent must first complete 180 hours of approved coursework to be eligible to sit the state licensure exam. That’s a longer program than in... Read more »
10 Best Places to Live in Florida in 2023 & 2024

10 Best Places to Live in Florida in 2023 & 2024

Florida is a state that attracts people from all over the world with its beautiful beaches, warm weather, and vibrant culture. But with so many cities to choose from, it can be... Read more »
Thinking of selling your real estate brokerage? Here’s how to prepare

Thinking of selling your real estate brokerage? Here’s how to prepare

Over the course of our 40+ years at RTC Consulting, we’ve brokered and/or advised on over 900 transactions in the residential real estate industry.  We usually represent the sell side of the... Read more »
Florida Housing Market Predictions 2024 & Next 5 Years: Will it Crash?

Florida Housing Market Predictions 2024 & Next 5 Years: Will it Crash?

The Florida housing market has been on a tear in recent years, with home prices skyrocketing. But with rising interest rates and inflation, many buyers are wondering if the market is due... Read more »
Rents dropped again in September: Realtor.com

Rents dropped again in September: Realtor.com

While rent prices remain elevated compared to pre-pandemic levels, the median asking  rent price fell $29 from the July 2022 peak, to $1,747,  according to Realtor.com.  “As rents ease and both home... Read more »
How Much Do Real Estate Agents Make in California?

How Much Do Real Estate Agents Make in California?

If you are thinking of becoming a real estate agent in California, you might be wondering how much money you can make in this profession. The answer is not simple, as there... Read more »
Commission lawsuit: HomeServices files motion for judgment as a matter of law

Commission lawsuit: HomeServices files motion for judgment as a matter of law

KANSAS CITY, Missouri — The second week of the Sitzer/Burnett class-action buyer broker commission antitrust lawsuit kicked off with a bang. Just prior to the plaintiffs resting their case late Monday afternoon, HomeServices of America,... Read more »
Abandoned Houses for Free California: Can You Buy Them?

Abandoned Houses for Free California: Can You Buy Them?

If you are looking for a cheap way to acquire real estate, you might be wondering if you can legally buy abandoned houses for free in California. The answer is not so... Read more »
Kara Lamphere joins Click n’ Close as new chief operating officer

Kara Lamphere joins Click n’ Close as new chief operating officer

Click n’ Close, a mortgage lender mostly active in the wholesale and correspondent channels, appointed Kara Lamphere to the role of chief operating officer (COO).  “Kara is a powerhouse, and we are... Read more »