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Featured
Keep up on the latest industry trends and best practices for real estate professionals.
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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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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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7 Must-Have Apps for Appraisers
Mobile phones and tablets have revolutionized the way appraisers conduct their duties. From taking photos to creating workfiles…
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What Are the Appraiser Independence Requirements?
The Appraiser Independence Requirements (AIR) were adopted by Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac following complaints that Optigo lenders…
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Housing Market Shows Early Signs of Spring Thaw
Welcome to the March 2025 edition of The Full Measure, your guide to the housing economy tailored for…
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What is a Drive-By Appraisal?
Property appraisals play a crucial role in determining the value of real estate, ensuring fairness and transparency in…
Real Estate
Find information to help you advance your real estate career and gain new skills.
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Affordable Continuing Education for South Carolina Real Estate License Renewal
Are you a South Carolina real estate agent or broker planning your license renewal in 2025? Staying compliant…
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How to Renew Your Indiana Real Estate Broker License: Deadlines, CE Requirements & Costs
Renewing your Indiana real estate license may not be the most exciting part of your career, but it’s…
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Introducing McKissock Learning’s Membership Program
Continuous learning is vital for real estate professionals who want to maintain a competitive edge. To meet this…
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How to Renew Your New Jersey Real Estate License: A Comprehensive Guide
Renewing your New Jersey real estate license is crucial for avoiding costly interruptions to your career. Understanding the…
Professional Engineering
Find information to help you advance your real estate career and gain new skills.
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How to Renew Your Expired Professional Engineer License
It’s easy for things to fall through the cracks when we get busy—even important to-dos like renewing your…
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Wastewater Engineering: Everything You Need to Know
Wastewater engineers are responsible for maintaining water quality. They are integral to infrastructure development to protect the drinking…
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The Importance of Environmental Impact Assessments in Engineering
Environmental Impact Assessments (EIAs) are part of the planning process for major development projects. EIAs provide a comprehensive…
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3 Most Important Engineering Lessons Learned from the Texas City BP Refinery Explosion
This year marks the 20th anniversary of the deadly refinery explosion at the Texas City BP refinery. While…
Land Surveyor
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What Are Bathymetric Surveys and How Are They Used?
Land surveyors are accustomed to mapping and analyzing the terrestrial landscape, but when it comes to underwater environments,…
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How Land Surveyors Help Resolve Boundary Disputes
Boundary disputes are a common yet complex issue in property ownership. Whether between neighbors, businesses, or even municipalities,…
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How Engineers and Land Surveyors Work Together
The construction industry includes many moving parts requiring a cohesive team of contractors and subcontractors working together to…
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Geographic Information Systems (GIS) & Land Surveying: A Guide for Surveyors
Geographic Information Systems (GIS) have become a game-changer. While traditional land surveying remains an essential part of mapping…
