Paige Tepping

New York

Managing Editor at RISMedia

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Op-Ed: Keeping Up With the Joneses

2 months ago | rismedia.com | Paige Tepping

Is anyone Keeping Up With the Joneses anymore? The popular phrase, coined by a comic strip of the same name created by Arthur R. “Pop” Momand in 1913, refers to the phenomenon associated with people comparing themselves to their neighbors and striving to maintain a similar lifestyle—often accompanied by acquiring material possessions to appear equally well-off.
Revolutionizing Payments in the Residential Real Estate Business

2 months ago | rismedia.com | Paige Tepping

Above, from left, Jay Rooney and Darrell WestPowered by 50-plus years of real estate experience and a talented team, DepositLink—a mobile-responsive payments platform—has set out to revolutionize the way money moves in the residential real estate business.
A Year in Review: RISMedia’s Biggest Headlines of 2024

Dec 30, 2024 | rismedia.com | Paige Tepping

2024 will go down in history books as one of the most momentous years in the residential real estate market—with attention-grabbing headlines competing for air time day in and day out as all eyes were on the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR) and the flood of commission lawsuits (and copycat cases) that have roiled the industry over the past five years.
The Changing Dynamics of Luxury Real Estate

Nov 14, 2024 | rismedia.com | Paige Tepping

Above, from left: Riezl Baker, Jennifer Hoff, Scott Durkin, Louise Phillips Forbes and Kate Reisinger. Photo by AJ Canaria. When it comes to finding success in the luxury real estate arena, understanding the nuances of the market(s) you’re working in is critical. And while luxury markets differ from one area to the next, setting yourself apart from the competition is one strategy that will never go out of style as market shifts continue to influence luxury real estate trends.
NAR Quarterly Report: 87% of Metros Post Home Price Gains in Q3 2024

Nov 7, 2024 | rismedia.com | Paige Tepping

The National Association of REALTORS®’ (NAR) latest quarterly report shows that single-family existing-home sales prices climbed in 87% of measured metro areas (196 out of 226) in the third quarter of 2024 as mortgage rates continued to trend lower, with the 30-year fixed mortgage rate ranging from 6.08% to 6.95%. This is down from 89% in the previous quarter. According to the report, the national median single-family existing-home price clocked in at $418,700—growing 3.1% from one year ago.
Mastering the Art of Buyer Agency

Oct 24, 2024 | rismedia.com | Paige Tepping

Above, from left: Gretchen Pearson, Jennifer Lind, Ken Baris, Joe Skousen and Whitney LaCosta. Photo by AJ Canaria. While real estate professionals have spent the last six months trying to hit a moving target, leaders today are laser-focused on moving forward. And as commission lawsuits continue to play out in court, now’s the time to double down on revamping your firm’s approach to buyer agency.
Growing Through the Times: Tried-and-True Strategies to Expand Your Footprint

Oct 17, 2024 | rismedia.com | Paige Tepping

Above, from left: Victor Lund, Debra Beagle, Chris Raveis, Rick Haase, Amy Lessinger, Jason Waugh, Mark McLaughlin. Photo by AJ Canaria. As the market rebounds, new opportunities for growth are emerging—and savvy brokers are doubling down to lead the charge when it comes to shifting their strategies toward company expansion in order to grow their footprint and keep pace with the ever-evolving landscape.
What's Making Today’s Homebuyers Tick?

Oct 4, 2024 | rismedia.com | Paige Tepping

A key part of the American Dream, homeownership offers a sense of belonging, stability and freedom—fostering a connection to community, with homeowners taking pride in their properties and neighborhoods. In recent years, however, this connection has felt out of reach for many Americans across the board for a variety of reasons—from the impact of COVID-19 cutting us off from family and friends to an increase in work-from-home models limiting connection to colleagues.
A Window of Opportunity: Changing the Real Estate Game by Raising the Bar

Oct 3, 2024 | rismedia.com | Paige Tepping

Hoby Hanna and Dermot Buffini. Photo by AJ Canaria. RISMedia’s 36th Annual CEO & Leadership Exchange kicked off Wed., Sept. 4 with two powerful keynote addresses that set the stage for an action-packed two-and-a-half-day event at the Mayflower Hotel in Washington, D.C., that brought together 400-plus brokerage leaders and industry executives intent on exchanging ideas and best practices for the betterment of the industry.
Shining a Light on REALTOR® Safety

Sep 27, 2024 | rismedia.com | Paige Tepping

REALTOR® Safety Month—observed every September—is a month-long campaign aimed at helping real estate professionals stay safe as they navigate situations on a daily basis that could ultimately put their safety at risk—from meeting prospective clients to showing properties in secluded or unfamiliar areas.