By Tami Bonnell, Co-Chair, EXIT Realty Corp. International There is a lot of hand-wringing these days over problems. Problems in the world and in the country.  Problems with the pandemic and with healthcare.  Problems in the real estate industry and inventory shortage.  Mahatma Gandhi famously direc

If you’re on the fence about whether or not you want to sell your house this year, there’s good news. Real estate professionals are highly experienced in how to sell houses safely during the pandemic. Over the last year, agents have adopted new technologies and safety measures designed to keep you s

Some HighlightsWhen it comes to the current housing market, there are multiple misconceptions – from what the current supply of available homes looks like to how much houses are selling for.It takes professionals who study expert opinions and data to truly understand the real estate market and separ

EXIT Realty Professionals’ Sales Representative, Brent Gieseke, has been named a finalist for the National Association of REALTORS® Good Neighbor Award.  Brent works tirelessly in benefit of Agape Pamoja, a non-profit organization dedicated to serving “the multi-faceted needs of refugees from war-to

One of the major story lines over the last year is how well the residential real estate market performed. One key metric in the spotlight is home price appreciation. According to the latest indices, home prices are skyrocketing this year.Here are the latest percentages showing the year-over-year inc

Januari Coates, Broker/Owner of EXIT Leading Edge Realty in Stafford, VA has worked with For the Love of Others for the past three years volunteering her time for Back to School and Thanksgiving initiatives as well as donating countless meals. For the Love of Others is an organization that provides

Jennifer Mencl joined EXIT Realty Mountain View in May of this year and we are happy to have her onboard.  Jennifer not only brings her real estate experience with her to EXIT Realty Mountain View, but she has over 8 years of experience working as a designer in residential architecture here in Colo

Even though experts agree there’s no chance of a large-scale foreclosure crisis, there are a number of homeowners who may be coming face-to-face with foreclosure as a possibility. And while the overall percentage of homeowners at risk is decreasing with time (see graph below), that’s little comfort

By Melanie Robitaille, Sr. Staff Writer and Graphic Designer In real estate, it’s easy to get caught up in trying to keep pace and put off refining your skills. In extreme markets, you get used to clients seeking you out, instead of knowing where to find them, how to ask for their business, and buil

If you’re trying to decide when to sell your house, there may not be a better time to list than right now. The ultimate sellers’ market we’re in today won’t last forever. If you’re thinking of making a move, here are four reasons to put your house up for sale sooner rather than later.1. Your House W

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Steve Morris, Founder and Chairman of EXIT Realty Corp. International, today announced key executive appointments in celebration of the company’s 25th anniversary. Tami Bonnell has been appointed Co-Chair of EXIT’s international organization. Mrs. Bonnell joined EXIT Realty in 1999 and was appointed

Some HighlightsPricing your house right takes market experience and expertise.To find the best list price, your agent balances current market demand, values of homes in your neighborhood, where prices are headed, and your home’s condition.If you’re ready to sell, don’t guess on the price. Reach out

There are many headlines out there that claim we’re reverting to a more normal real estate market. That would indicate the housing market is returning to the pre-pandemic numbers we saw from 2015-2019. But that’s not happening. The market is still extremely vibrant as demand is still strong even whi

Jaclyn D’Andrea, Broker/Owner, tells the story of what compelled her and her team at EXIT Realty Solutions in Griffith, IN to host a charity motorcycle ride that grew into a hugely successful fundraising event. About a year ago,  Mark Keene, a REALTOR in our office, approached me about a non-profit

By Joyce Paron, President, Canadian Division, EXIT Realty Corp. International Is this ever going to get better?  When are circumstances going to change?  What did I do to deserve this?  These are ineffective questions.  They keep us in a holding pattern, like a plane circling in the air waiting for

As rent prices continue to soar, many renters want to know what they can do to get ready to buy their first home. According to recent data from ApartmentList.com:“The first half of 2021 has seen the fastest growth in rent prices since the start of our estimates in 2017. Our national rent index has i

Check out this blog by Keeping Matters Current. As rent prices continue to soar, many renters want to know what they can do to get ready to buy their first home. According to recent data from ApartmentList.com: “The first half of 2021 has seen the fastest growth in rent prices since the start of o

By Melanie Robitaille, Sr. Staff Writer and Graphic Designer While many watched athletes from across the globe compete in the 2021 Tokyo games, Earl Young, a 1960 Olympic gold medalist, was living his legacy of defeating blood cancer with his Earl Young Team initiatives. EXIT Realty Corp. Internatio

It’s economy 101 – when supply is low and demand is high, prices naturally rise. That’s what’s happening in today’s housing market. Home prices are appreciating at near-historic rates, and that’s creating some challenges when it comes to home appraisals.In recent months, it’s become increasingly com