Showers early, then partly cloudy for the afternoon. Warmer. High 76F. Winds WSW at 5 to 10 mph. Chance of rain 50%..
Generally clear. Low 52F. Winds light and variable.
Updated: May 9, 2026 @ 6:46 am
T.W. Shortt
Focus on Finance
T.W. Shortt
Focus on Finance
Real estate always has welcomed the newest marketing idea. One generation relied on large newspaper ads. Another depended on flyer boxes attached to yard signs. Later came the Talking House, a small AM radio transmitter placed inside a home so buyers could hear a recorded description of the property while parked outside.
Each innovation seemed modern and powerful at the time. Each promised to change the business. Most eventually faded and were replaced by websites, online portals, social media, QR codes and now artificial intelligence.
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T.W. Shortt is the broker at Realty World Knox Realty Group and host of Focus on Finance on HCEC-TV. The views expressed are his own and intended for informational purposes only. This column does not constitute legal advice. For legal guidance, consult an attorney.
T.W. Shortt
Focus on Finance
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