New Mortgage Rules: What They Mean For You
It seems so obvious. You shouldn’t qualify for a mortgage unless you can afford it. But in the years leading up to the housing crisis, it was common practice for some [Read More...]
Articles by Select Group Real Estate Services
Evolution of MLS Public Websites
There’s a movement afoot among Multiple Listing Service (MLS) executives and brokers to take measures to protect, control and monetize the data surrounding listings. A key [Read More...]
Six Things You Should Know About Heating Your House
1. It’s cold inside Sitting in your overcoat with the thermostat at 78 degrees? You could have a problem. If you haven’t already sealed out wintry drafts, do it [Read More...]
5 Reasons to Refinance in 2014
For many people, New Year’s resolutions often lose their motivational power by the middle of January. But unlike a commitment to save more or eat less, a resolution to [Read More...]
The best shopping deals in January 2014
If you’re reading this you’re likely not suffering from shopping fatigue. Despite the last few months of bargain hunting online and in the bloodsport that is [Read More...]
Ban on Plastic Bags in L.A. now in full effect
Some Los Angeles grocery store customers have had to adjust to a lifestyle change come since Jan. 1, when a ban on plastic bags took effect. As of the first of the year, the [Read More...]
Tech wizard started with a $25 computer
If you’ve heard of making phone calls via Skype or streaming music via Spotify, then you’re halfway to understanding why the online giant Yahoo acquired a nascent [Read More...]
Got a Christmas tree to unload? Call a Scout
Covered in pine needles and tree sap, Andrew Evans gets some reinforcement as he teeters on the edge of a trailer packed with dry Christmas trees. He and other members of Boy [Read More...]
‘Stability’ Tops Wish List for Residential Sector as 2014 Dawns
Northern Nevada real estate brokers are hoping for a stable and steady residential market in 2014 after a roller coaster ride in 2013. Home prices rose and dipped as did [Read More...]
Top 5 real estate tech trends to watch for in 2014
Tech changes every year, as does the real estate market. Here are some trends and predictions which may come into play this year: 5. BYOD (bring your own device) As I [Read More...]
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