Agents have real concerns — but commission rates aren't at the top
Despite ongoing commission lawsuits, agents are more concerned about the health of the real estate pie than the size of their own slice, results of the latest Inman Intel Index survey show
by Chris LeBarton Feb 7
More agents than ever earn business from networking and SOI
From cold calling and radio shows to painting classes, agent efforts to grow sphere of influence aren't one-size-fits-all
by Chris LeBarton Dec 29
The most advantageous time to buy a home is right now, new data shows
The housing market's summer rush may have lessened the impact of a deep drop in demand, according to new data from Attom. But what will happen in the historically slow months of fall?
by Daniel Houston Oct 5
Home sales have so much further to fall in 2023, Goldman Sachs says
House purchases are expected to plummet further in the closing months of the year, and the recovery may not pick up speed until 2024, according to a new forecast from the investment bank
by Daniel Houston Sep 1
WATCH: Understanding why people like what they like with Derek Thompson at ICLV
Derek Thompson, writer for The Atlantic, explains why people like what they like and how to use that knowledge to sell, at ICLV
by Jessi Healey Aug 30
iBuyer survey reveals how much less sellers would accept for their homes
Clever's 'American Attitudes on iBuyer Companies' survey of 994 people reveals numerous facts about consumers and iBuyers, including the lengths they'd go to avoid a more traditional sale
by Craig C. Rowe Jun 16
CertifID locks down $12.5M Series A funds for rising wire fraud battle
'Fraud is at an all-time high as global criminal networks prey on the shift to virtual communications and electronic transfers ignited during the Covid-19 pandemic' — Tyler Adams
by Craig C. Rowe May 16
7 tips for Realtors to avoid legal and ethical snags
Honesty, transparency and responsibility are key to avoiding legal and ethical missteps. Here's how to make sure you're staying on the right path
by Luke Babich May 5
Win 'em over! 7 steps for a fierce listing presentation
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Bring your confident self and exceptional service to every client opportunity. From there, follow these steps to devise an effective listing presentation that will have you winning listings like a champ
by Rainy Hake Austin Apr 25
This is the best time of year to list your home, according to Zillow
Data from the online listings portal Zillow reveals that Thursdays in late April might just be the best time to list for the greatest reward
by Ben Verde Apr 1
Zavvie to offer concierge pre-sale services through Revive
'Buyers are willing to pay more for a ready-to-live-in home,' says Michael Alladawi, co-founder of Revive
by Craig C. Rowe Feb 11
Foreclosures drop in December, capping off all-time low year
Foreclosure filings dropped 8% in December as a once-feared wave of mortgage defaults has largely failed to materialize, according to a new report from Attom Data Solutions
by Daniel Houston Jan 14
To earn a FSBO home listing, don't just ask for their business
In a recent webinar, Charles Curry of Authorify offered tips for agents angling for those enticing but tricky 'for sale by owner' listings
by Daniel Houston Jan 3
Knock partners with HomeSmart to roll out services in Baltimore
Baltimore puts Knock at 70 markets nationwide, up from 14 at the start of 2021. The tech-enabled, home loan solutions platform will offer its full gamut of products to the region's consumers
by Craig C. Rowe Dec 16
Offerpad launches in 106 central Ohio cities, including Columbus
The publicly traded iBuyer has launched its services in the Columbus metro area, bringing its number of markets to 21
by Daniel Houston Oct 5