America’s home buyers are becoming more diverse every day. Joining the ranks of traditional families are “emerging markets” of low-to-moderate-income households, immigrants, and ethnic minorities.

If any details fall through the cracks, you can jeopardize the deal, your professional reputation, and your potential for referrals. Follow these practical tips to make sure that you never drop the ball in a transaction.

Homeowners have a common law right to prune the limbs, roots, and branches from a neighbor's yard that intrude onto their property. However, this right doesn't mean homeowners can wield an ax at everything they don’t like next door. Here are some guidelines for prudent pruning to share with your clients so they can stay within their legal rights.

The only reason that you are full price is because you offer better service, greater value. Here's one strategy for showing potential clients that you are worth your commission.