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Appraisal

Understanding PAREA: Practical Applications of Real Estate Appraisal

If you’re a trainee appraiser (or soon to be one), there’s a new path you can take to gain the experience hours necessary to earn an independent appraiser license. It’s called PAREA, and it stands for Practical Applications of Real Estate Appraisal. 

February 2, 2025 Read more

Appraisal

Appraising a Hobbit Hole: The Property Value of Bag End

There are many homes being built today that function like Hobbit homes, complete with eco-friendly features, unique architecture styles, and beyond. After appraising a Hobbit Hole, we came up with an opinion of the property value of Bag End – and in the process uncovered many precious treasures.

January 19, 2025 Read more

Real Estate

Why a Career in Real Estate is Always a Good Idea

Pondering a career shift? A career in real estate is always a good idea! In this ebook, you'll learn why jumping into real estate is a smart move in 2025 and beyond. 

January 6, 2025 Read more

Real Estate

Level Up Your Real Estate Career in 2025

It's a new year and the best time to grab opportunities for growth in your career and your business. So where are those opportunities in 2025? Get expert insights our new ebook. 

January 6, 2025 Read more

Appraisal

3 Strategies For Appraiser Success in 2025

Whether you’re a new appraiser learning the ropes of the industry or a seasoned appraiser navigating the waves of a changing landscape, 2025 is a pivotal year to position yourself for success. Here are three ways to succeed this year.

January 6, 2025 Read more

Real Estate

Real Estate License Reciprocity and Portability 2025 Guide

Real estate license reciprocity gives agents an opportunity to secure a license in a new state. This guide from The CE Shop explains real estate license reciprocity from state to state.

December 31, 2024 Read more

Real Estate

The Ultimate Guide to Becoming a Real Estate Agent

Looking to start your real estate career? The CE Shop has done the research so you don’t have to.

December 18, 2024 Read more

Mortgage

Homeownership & Mortgage Rates by Generation

Over the last ten years, Millennials and Gen Z have begun to find their places in the housing market, but their experiences haven’t been the same. So how do these two generations compare to the ones that came before them?

November 24, 2024 Read more

Appraisal

How Much Is the Christmas Vacation House Worth?

‘Tis the season for holiday movies, including one of our favorites — National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation. (Yours, too?) If you’re like us, you’ve seen this movie 500 times. This year, we challenged ourselves to watch Christmas Vacation through a different lens — that of a real property appraiser’s.

November 1, 2024 Read more

Real Estate

Company Culture & How It Can Impact Your Real Estate Career

One of the most crucial factors in deciding which brokerage to join is the company culture. This guide will cover the factors to consider when choosing a real estate company for which to work. 

November 1, 2024 Read more

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