How well do you know your REALTOR® Code of Ethics history? Here’s a pop quiz: How much was the term “Realtor” purchased for from its creator, Charles Chadbourn? When was the Code modified to include gender-neutral phrasing? How … [Read more...]

There’s been plenty of concern about the effects of sequestration on the defense industry — which is, obviously, of huge concern in Virginia, particularly in the Hampton Roads area. Big cuts in pay for civilian employees has already … [Read more...]

In the December/January issue of Commonwealth we looked at the major types of printers and the pros and cons of each. (You did read it, right?) One of the things we pointed out was the high cost of making prints with an inkjet. If you use an ink jet … [Read more...]

Virginia Beach is one of the top 25 cities in the nation when it comes to energy-efficient buildings, according to the latest list from the federal government. The Environmental Protection Agency ranks cities by the number of buildings receiving … [Read more...]

We told you about Clearwater, Fla., Realtor Jeff Launiere’s legal scare when someone tried to hold him liable for listing that came through his IDX feed. All worked out well in the end — no, you’re not responsible for what’s … [Read more...]

When a Realtor transfers her license from one brokerage to another, there is a period of time in which she cannot practice real estate (essentially, while the transfer is in progress). Some members have received incorrect information about when they … [Read more...]