It seems like everywhere you turn there’s a story about a real estate related scam. The most recent is Tennessee’s attorney general’s suit against a former Tri-Cities contractor – Wood…

Affordability is at the top of today’s real estate pyramid of concerns. Prices have seen double-digit increases during the past three years and they’re on track for an annual appreciation…

Skyrocketing mortgage rates crimped affordability, and inflation have taken much of the shine off this year’s buying and selling season. But, it hasn’t totally stifled consumer demand even when combined…

Despite a perfect affordability storm that continues to thwart many aspiring homeowners, the local housing market remains as competitive as ever. Small changes – some encouraging and some stuck in…

By JAN STAPLETON   It may not officially be fall yet, but:  -The fall foliage maps are making the rounds on the web.  – A sweater in the morning sure feels…

Real estate can be a rewarding and enjoyable career. But it’s also a high-risk profession. Many real estate professionals find themselves in situations that put them in harm’s way. Safety…

 The heartbreak and horror of the Maui wildfire play out on every media broadcast. At the same time, some reports are focusing on how islanders have stepped up and added…

Affordability and inventory may be the most talked about real estate topics, but hot spots still get a lot of attention.   The truth of the matter is a hot spot…

By JAN STAPLETON  One look at July’s Home Sales Report was enough to make some say, “aha, I told you the market was going to crash.”   Well, it didn’t. And…