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Melissa Tracey

Melissa Dittmann Tracey is a contributing editor for REALTOR® Magazine. She can be reached at mtracey@nar.realtor. Follow her on Instagram and Twitter: @housingmuse

Content by Melissa Dittmann Tracey

Samsung Electronics debuted its newest and most colorful line of Bespoke refrigerators at CES 2022.

Trailblazing products unveiled at this year’s technology mega-show give homeowners more options to express their personality in home design.

January 11, 2022

Melissa Dittmann Tracey

A newly remodeled kitchen with black and white for colors and industrial chic for lighting and appliances.

From countertops to flooring to colors and beyond, see what styles are hot this year.

January 11, 2022

Melissa Dittmann Tracey

Anker Work Video Bar

Technology’s annual mega show features a range of products to keep you connected, wherever your workday leads you.

Melissa Dittmann Tracey

A woman in a body suit climbs out of a cold lake on a ladder onto a dock.

It was a cold dip for the Rhode Island Association of REALTORS®, but they were all-in with their commitment to disaster relief.

January 5, 2022

Melissa Dittmann Tracey

Two men in an empty commercial building look over blueprints and other construction plans.

Strong investment acquisitions in 2021 puts the commercial market on pace for sustained demand in 2022, NAR says.

January 4, 2022

Melissa Dittmann Tracey

An aerial shot of a city's downtown with geographical pin icons scattered throughout the scene.

The real estate industry is watching what the company does with the 18,000 properties that were part of Zillow Offers.

December 9, 2021

Melissa Dittmann Tracey

Chicago real estate agent Dan DePaepe sits in front of his Christmas tree, adorned with ornaments and lights.

A REALTOR® is putting a smile on the faces of his community and across the internet with his holiday decorations.

December 7, 2021

Melissa Dittmann Tracey

Session on marketing mobile first

Creating a strong business brand will require you to go deeper and get more personal with your audience.

From the 2021 REALTORS® Conference & Expo, Nov. 10-15

November 13, 2021

Gina Rautenberg, Melissa Dittmann Tracey

Colleagues developing business plan

Design a business plan that sets you up for success for whatever comes next.

From the 2021 REALTORS® Conference & Expo, Nov. 10-15

November 13, 2021

Melissa Dittmann Tracey

people holding up bidding signs

Buyer’s agents: Watch your liability. Listing agents: Be more courteous to rejected bidders. Get tips on handling an ultra-competitive market.

From the 2021 REALTORS® Conference & Expo, Nov. 10-15

November 13, 2021

Melissa Dittmann Tracey

digital keylock

Scammers are preying on small real estate businesses that may have looser security protocols in a work-from-home setting.

From the 2021 REALTORS® Conference & Expo, Nov. 10-15

November 13, 2021

Melissa Dittmann Tracey

NAR President Charlie Oppler at the REALTORS Conference & Expo

NAR President Charlie Oppler addressed how REALTORS® are making a difference in unprecedented times in a kickoff session at the REALTORS® Conference & Expo in San Diego.

From the 2021 REALTORS® Conference & Expo, Nov. 10-15

November 12, 2021

Melissa Dittmann Tracey

Artificial intelligence

Technology is revolutionizing the real estate business, but two tools may have the biggest impact.

From the 2021 REALTORS® Conference & Expo, Nov. 10-15

November 12, 2021

Melissa Dittmann Tracey

Realtors in Halloween costumes

Real estate pros aren’t shy about using this marketing gimmick to garner attention and land a sale.

October 29, 2021

Melissa Dittmann Tracey

Heather Roxburgh & Team

Great service is your best customer retention tool, but you can cement relationships with events that make clients feel special.

October 20, 2021

Melissa Dittmann Tracey

Pops of red energize this office space.

A well-designed work area can improve your mental and physical health. Here’s how to create your best office space.

October 11, 2021

Melissa Dittmann Tracey

Cybersecurity concept

As more real estate business is conducted online, hackers have greater opportunities to disrupt your transactions. Learn the steps you can take to protect your clients against cyberattacks.

October 6, 2021

Melissa Dittmann Tracey

Couples reviews contract with doubtful expressions

They may need to enter into a leaseback agreement with the buyer while searching for another property, but there can be unforeseen risks if the contract isn’t structured carefully.

August 9, 2021

Melissa Dittmann Tracey

5G Artwork

Superfast connectivity is getting here—and the impact on your business could be huge.

July 7, 2021

Melissa Dittmann Tracey

House Illustration

Help your clients understand key financing issues affecting their home purchase.

July 7, 2021

Melissa Dittmann Tracey

Businesspeople discussing strategy in office

Author Adam Grant explains how questioning your thought process may help your business.

June 7, 2021

Melissa Dittmann Tracey

vacation home

Vacation-home sales are booming, but could certain policy changes threaten that?

From the virtual 2021 REALTORS® Legislative Meetings, May 3-14

May 7, 2021

Melissa Dittmann Tracey

That's Who We R

REALTORS® will have a media presence at the most anticipated global event of the summer.

From the virtual 2021 REALTORS® Legislative Meetings, May 3-14

May 7, 2021

Melissa Dittmann Tracey

An illuninated lightbulb

View some of the ways artificial intelligence can help to enhance property valuations, turn more buyers into homeowners, and even predict where your next client may come from.

From the virtual 2021 REALTORS® Legislative Meetings, May 3-14

May 6, 2021

Melissa Dittmann Tracey

Brass Lights

Home stagers show how lighting can improve a home’s presentation for showings and online photos.

May 5, 2021

Melissa Dittmann Tracey