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Melissa Jones

Real Estate License Renewal Specialist

Since 2009, Melissa Jones has been dedicated to equipping individuals with the knowledge required to maintain their professional licenses. With a passion for empowering real estate professionals, she has become a trusted resource for navigating renewal requirements.
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  • Green Home Trends for Real Estate Agents
    Real Estate Career

    Green Home Trends for Real Estate Agents

    In design and home life, green continues to gain momentum, and it can be a lucrative niche for…

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    By

    Melissa Jones

    April 22, 2019
    3 minutes
  • 8 Real Estate Solutions to Get Listings in a Competitive Market
    Real Estate

    8 Real Estate Solutions to Get Listings in a Competitive Market

    Real estate can be a competitive field, and locking in listings is often challenging. If you’re currently trying…

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    By

    Melissa Jones

    April 15, 2019
    5 minutes
  • This Month’s “Bingeworthy” Real Estate News
    Real Estate

    This Month’s “Bingeworthy” Real Estate News

    Keeping abreast of all the latest real estate news and media can be a full-time job in and…

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    By

    Melissa Jones

    April 6, 2019
    3 minutes
  • 10 Essentials to Include in a Powerful Pre-Listing Package
    Real Estate Listings

    10 Essentials to Include in a Powerful Pre-Listing Package

    Winning the listing is crucial to your success as a real estate agent and a lot of that…

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    By

    Melissa Jones

    March 3, 2019
    6 minutes
  • How to Start a Real Estate Brokerage
    Real Estate Brokers

    How to Start a Real Estate Brokerage

    You’ve been building experience in real estate for years, and it’s time to take your career to the…

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    By

    Melissa Jones

    February 19, 2019
    5 minutes
  • 4 Real Estate Marketing Trends to Expect in 2019
    Real Estate

    4 Real Estate Marketing Trends to Expect in 2019

    Staying updated on the latest trends and best practices is an important component of a successful real estate…

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    By

    Melissa Jones

    December 31, 2018
    5 minutes
  • Predictions For the 2019 Real Estate Market (Plus Other Links)
    Read Watch Listen Real Estate News

    Predictions For the 2019 Real Estate Market (Plus Other Links)

    Twice a month we bring you the best links from across the internet to help you with your…

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    By

    Melissa Jones

    December 24, 2018
    3 minutes
  • Scientific Proof Body Language Could Help You Make More Sales (Plus Other Links)
    Read Watch Listen Real Estate News

    Scientific Proof Body Language Could Help You Make More Sales (Plus Other Links)

    Twice a month we round up the best real estate links to help you excel in your business.…

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    By

    Melissa Jones

    December 10, 2018
    3 minutes
  • Why Real Estate Agents Are So Wild About Drones (Plus Other Links)
    Real Estate

    Why Real Estate Agents Are So Wild About Drones (Plus Other Links)

    Twice a month we scour the internet for the very best links to help you boost your real…

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    By

    Melissa Jones

    November 27, 2018
    3 minutes
  • The Pros and Cons of Becoming a Real Estate Agent
    Real Estate

    The Pros and Cons of Becoming a Real Estate Agent

    Real estate is a career with significant rewards and just as many challenges. Though it can be lucrative,…

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    By

    Melissa Jones

    November 20, 2018
    4 minutes
  • Ask a Broker: How Do You Keep Learning?
    Real Estate

    Ask a Broker: How Do You Keep Learning?

    Our research suggests that real estate professionals who continue to learn throughout their careers earn more. We know…

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    By

    Melissa Jones

    November 5, 2018
    4 minutes
  • How to Sell a Property With a Creepy Past
    Real Estate

    How to Sell a Property With a Creepy Past

    Trying to sell a haunted house? While a property with a spooky backstory might be a turnoff to…

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    By

    Melissa Jones

    October 31, 2018
    4 minutes
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