March 26, 2026 - 00:24

A new educational initiative, the "Certified Real Estate Consultant" course, is now launching across the country. This program is specifically designed to transform the public perception of real estate agents, moving from a transactional role to that of a trusted advisor.
Developed by industry veterans Anthony Lamacchia and Allan Dalton, with support from RISMedia, the curriculum focuses on deepening an agent's consultative skills. The goal is to equip professionals with advanced knowledge and frameworks that prioritize long-term client relationships and comprehensive guidance over simple sales processes.
Proponents of the course argue that the real estate landscape demands a higher standard of service. By achieving this certification, agents can distinguish themselves in a competitive market, signaling to consumers a commitment to expertise, ethics, and a client-first advisory approach. This nationwide launch marks a significant step in an ongoing effort to professionalize the industry and enhance the value agents provide to the public, potentially raising the bar for service standards across the board.
March 25, 2026 - 13:09
Property value notices out in Buncombe County; appeal clinic hours extendedProperty owners across Buncombe County have now received their new property value notices, which will determine tax valuations for the 2026 fiscal year. The county`s recent revaluation has prompted...
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Minnesota real estate agent will trade property for Magic: The Gathering cardsIn a novel approach to the housing market, a Minnesota real estate agent is accepting a unique form of currency: rare trading cards. The agent, Kurtis Russo, has announced he is willing to trade...
March 24, 2026 - 02:58
CRESCO launches new division to cash in on future commercial real estate receivershipsA prominent real estate firm has established a specialized division focused on the growing niche of commercial property receiverships. This strategic move is a direct response to internal analysis...
March 23, 2026 - 00:20
How investors use the BRRRR strategy to scale real estate portfoliosA growing number of investors are leveraging a powerful, cyclical strategy to rapidly expand their property holdings without tying up vast amounts of capital. Known as BRRRR—an acronym for Buy,...