Thrive in 2025: A guide to eat-the-frog business planning
Wallace Real Estate's Claudia Stallings offers insight and advice on end-of-year business planning and proactive growth strategies
by Claudia Stallings Dec 10
Post-final court approval: Highs, lows and everything in between
Opinion
Realtors are likely facing feelings of uncertainty as they attempt to grasp recent developments in the real estate industry. Compliance expert Summer Goralik helps unpack the latest
by Summer Goralik Dec 10
The NAR commission settlement is final, yet we're still waiting
Opinion
Bi-coastal broker Cara Ameer takes a look at the post-settlement landscape and wonders whether all the upheaval really helped anyone at all and why the 'solution' is so complicated
by Cara Ameer Dec 10
7 ways to improve body language, negotiation, communication
Jamie Miller shares verbal and non-verbal communication techniques with trainer Bernice Ross that are designed to inform, inspire and create connections with clients
by Bernice Ross Dec 10
Unbridled confidence: 3 essentials for thriving as a brand-new agent
Stepping into the world as a brand-new agent might feel overwhelming, coach Darryl Davis writes, but it's important to remember that confidence is a skill that can be cultivated and honed
by Darryl Davis Dec 10
Turn objections into opportunities: How to build trust and close deals
Don't look at client objections as a challenge or insult, Nick Schlekeway writes. Use them as an opportunity to showcase your expertise and add value
by Nick Schlekeway Dec 10
How you should leverage your financial advisor
Wealth manager Chris Snowden shares financial strategies for making the most of your real estate investments with Realtor Amy Chorew and CPA Maeda Palius
by Amy Chorew AND Maeda Palius Dec 10
Under-the-radar NAR nonprofit may have hidden GOP agenda
A new report from 'The New York Times' examines NAR's American Property Owners Alliance, a nonprofit ostensibly dedicated to property rights, which has given heavily to Republican causes
by Taylor Anderson Dec 9
Americans optimistic home prices and mortgage rates have peaked
While only 23% of Americans surveyed by mortgage giant Fannie Mae in November thought it was a good time to buy a home, that's up from 14% a year ago when mortgage rates were peaking
by Matt Carter Dec 9
12 gifts for Realtors that won't collect dust this holiday season
From gifts tailored specifically to real estate professionals to items that complement their on-the-go lifestyles, this guide ensures meaningful presents agents genuinely appreciate
by Richelle Hammiel Dec 9
Agents see green shoots around the corner: Client Pipeline Tracker
As real estate agents gradually become more familiar with how the NAR settlement will impact their businesses, they're increasingly open to rosier possibilities, a new Intel analysis shows
by Daniel Houston Dec 9
The customer is always right, but what if they've been misinformed?
Rachael Hite shares strategies for combatting client misinformation while maintaining close connections and positive communication
by Rachael Hite Dec 9
What real estate agents need to know about cognitive impairment
Senior real estate expert Nikki Buckelew writes that understanding cognitive impairment is about being a trusted guide during one of life's most challenging transitions
by Nikki Buckelew Dec 9
How to identify the top new amenities in multifamily housing
Multifamily operators must know that trends are fickle and vogue fades, multifamily expert Michael Zaransky writes. Build a community around your amenities, not vice versa
by Michael Zaransky Dec 9
mailbox, mail, mailboxes, direct mail
Using real-world examples from a variety of markets and niches, Jimmy Burgess shares ideas for creating impactful and effective direct mail marketing collateral
by Jimmy Burgess Dec 8
What does the big Compass deal mean for you? The Download
How does Compass' big acquisition of @properties | Christie's International Real Estate change the real estate landscape and the way you do business?
by Christy Murdock Dec 7