Reporter: Grace Stewart

Understanding the Real Estate Commission Splits

'Understanding Real Estate Commission Splits

Many agents earn through commissions as a percentage of the selling price of the home. The commission split, however, depends on the arrangement they have with their sponsoring broker.

Realty Today - Keep your kitchen kid-friendly

'How to Make Your Kitchen Safe for Kids

The kitchen has always been thought of as a place that should be off-limits to children, for obvious reasons. But just because the kitchen is not an ideal place for children to be wandering around, it doesn’t mean you would have to keep your kids out of the kitchen forever.

OJO Labs Raises $62.5-Million in Funding, Acquires Home Listing Site

'OJO Labs Raises $62.5-Million in Funding, Acquires a Home Listing Site

OJO Labs announced that it had closed Series D funding round and raised $62.5-million, and acquired California-based home listing site Movoto.

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'Demand for Office Spaces to Rise, Brookfield Says

Brookfield Asset Management Inc., which has reopened almost all of its global office spaces, sees that demand for office space will rise as workers return under a new normal, Bloomberg reports.

By Grace Stewart
'Vornado Looking to Sell Property Co-Owned by Trump Organization

New York-based Vornado Realty Trust is looking to sell its 70 percent interest in the two office towers — one in San Francisco and another in Manhattan, Bloomberg reports.

By Grace Stewart
'Is Your City Among the Top 50 Safest Cities in Texas?

According to a recent survey, 16 percent of people in Texas have experienced a violent crime in the last 12 months, while almost half of the respondents felt concerned about their safety. The survey also revealed that all of Texas' 50 safest cities reported lower than state and national violent crime rates.

By Grace Stewart
'What Characteristics Does a Successful Real Estate Investor Have?

Being a real estate investor isn't the typical nine to five job. There will be lots of hiccups that will come along the way that may discourage aspirers. But if you share these characteristics with some of the world's greatest real estate investors, you may just be the next big name in real estate.

By Grace Stewart
'Here's How to Hang Wallpaper Like a Pro

While putting up wallpaper has nothing to do with rocket science, newbies to the job can have trouble putting up a seamless and presentable result. Here are a few tips on how you can achieve it without hiring an actual expert.

By Grace Stewart
'Showcase Your House Securely With These Realtor Lock Boxes

Having the owner hanging around the house during the viewing will be a total damper. This is one of the reasons why a lockbox is an essential tool for real estate agents.

By Grace Stewart
'5 Things a Real Estate Agent May Not Tell You

Real estate agents, no doubt, play a crucial role in a successful real estate transaction. While the real estate industry is teeming with top-notch professional agents, there are still those that are not at par. Here are some important things you need to know before you consider hiring a real estate professional.

By Grace Stewart
'Need an Excuse? Here Are Some Chores You Only Have to Do Once a Year

Household chores are something we do on a regular basis. We usually have a long household to-do-list that needs to be done every day or during the weekends. While most of these household chores are exhausting and strenuous, there are actually some household tasks you can do once a year.

By Grace Stewart
'Real Estate Books for Dummies and Beginners

To be involved in real estate entails a lot of getting acquainted with concepts and terminologies. And it can be a bit of an overwhelming process, especially for those who don't have a well-versed professional to guide them. Reading an excellent real estate book for beginners, however, is a good starting point.

By Grace Stewart
'US House Prices Seen to Grow Post-Pandemic

U.S. house prices are expected to survive the economic downturn and even projected to outpace consumer price increases, the latest survey results say.

By Grace Stewart
'What Is Sustainable Architecture? Why Pursue It?

Sustainable architecture refers to the approach of designing and constructing buildings that minimize the impact on the environment, achieve energy efficiency, and promote a positive effect on the health and comfort of its inhabitants.

By Grace Stewart