About RISMedia

About RISMedia | Real Estate News, Insights & Business Intelligence


Founded in 1980 by CEO and Publisher John E. Featherston, RISMedia is a leading, independent media company delivering trusted real estate news, industry insights and business intelligence to real estate professionals across the United States.

For more than four decades, RISMedia has been the definitive source for residential real estate news, providing brokers, agents and industry leaders with the information they need to stay competitive in a rapidly changing market. Our commitment to accurate, unbiased journalism and forward-looking analysis ensures our audience has access to the most relevant real estate trends, strategies and market intelligence.

RISMedia’s multi-platform approach connects real estate professionals to critical insights through:

  • RISMedia.com – a leading destination for daily real estate news and market updates
  • Real Estate magazine – our flagship publication covering brokerage leadership, business strategies and industry trends
  • RISMedia Premier – a premium membership offering exclusive real estate research, in-depth analysis, educational resources and on-demand webinars
  • Industry – leading real estate events, including the CEO & Leadership Exchange and Rocking in the New Year virtual event

Through these platforms, RISMedia delivers comprehensive coverage of the residential real estate industry, helping professionals strengthen their businesses, adapt to market shifts and uncover new opportunities for growth.

At our core, RISMedia is dedicated to empowering real estate professionals with the knowledge, tools and insights they need to succeed—because informed professionals build stronger businesses and a stronger real estate industry.


Our Mission

RISMedia is committed to being the leading media company in the residential real estate and home services industries by providing the most comprehensive coverage of the trade and by leveraging our immersion in the business to brand, position and build quality and profitable relationships with our clients.