McKissock Blog
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Keep up on the latest industry trends and best practices for real estate professionals.
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Costs to Consider When Starting an Appraisal Business
Thinking about starting a real estate appraisal business? Once you’ve completed your stint as a trainee appraiser and…
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10 Prospecting Tips to Generate More Real Estate Leads
As a new agent, you can’t count only on referrals, word-of-mouth, and marketing and promotional efforts. To get…
Appraisal
Find information to help you advance your appraiser career and gain new skills.
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What is the Cost Approach to Real Estate Appraisal?
The cost approach to real estate appraisal considers the cost to replace the subject property from the ground…
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The Sales Comparison Approach: A Cornerstone of Real Estate Appraisal
The sales comparison approach is one of the most critical tools in the real estate appraiser’s toolkit. It…
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2025 Housing Market Predictions: Key Insights for Real Estate Appraisers
Summary of Key Trends As an economist, I have witnessed the housing market evolve through varying cycles, and…
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Form 1007 & its Impact on Short-Term Rental Appraisals
Accurate appraisals of single-family short-term rentals (STR) are essential in helping investors make informed decisions about income or…
Real Estate
Find information to help you advance your real estate career and gain new skills.
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How Much Does the Average Real Estate Agent Make?
If you’re considering switching careers to real estate, you might wonder, “how much does the average real estate…
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Study: Real Estate Income Triples After Your First Year (So Hang In There)
For more real estate professionals, the first year is the hardest. However, there are big incentive for sticking…
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Key Changes Mandated by the NAR Lawsuit Settlement
This blog series is designed to explain the recently proposed NAR settlement and its impact on the real…
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Understanding the NAR Lawsuit Settlement and its Impact on the Real Estate Industry
Recent headlines have highlighted the lawsuit involving the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR) and its forthcoming settlement. If…
Professional Engineering
Find information to help you advance your real estate career and gain new skills.
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What’s the Difference Between CEUs and PDHs for Professional Engineers?
Navigating continuing education requirements for professional engineers can be tricky. Engineering is the only profession that requires professional…
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How Long Does It Take to Become a Civil Engineer?
Civil engineering is a growing and dynamic field with many opportunities for specialization and growth. Engineers design public…
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What Is Professional Engineer Reciprocity and What States Offer It?
If you’re a professional engineer (PE) who works in more than one state, you’ve undoubtedly faced licensing challenges.…
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What Engineers Need to Know About Building in a Flood Zone
The impact of flooding can be devastating. Well-designed and constructed buildings can shield occupants from harm and minimize…
