What economic shocks are in store for the housing market? The Real Word
Opinion
This week: Byron Lazine and Nicole White examine higher interest rates and their market impact, the average number of offers written per sale according to a new study and value-added home improvements
by Byron Lazine Apr 13
Professional etiquette today? Real estate pros sound off
Manners have changed in recent years, accelerated by COVID and pandemic shutdowns. We asked you: What are the rules of behavior that have gone by the wayside, and what are the new rules that may not have been formalized yet?
by Christy Murdock Apr 13
5 ways to give your agents what they need (whether they know it or not)
Creating an incredible experience for your agents takes thought and creativity. It starts with making them feel valued, connected and heard
by Mauricio Umansky Apr 13
Real Estate 101: Getting started with first-time homebuyers
First-time buyers need more hand-holding. Here are the questions you should ask and the ones you should answer
by Ellen Sykes Apr 12
Should home floor plans be copyrighted intellectual property?
In a brief filed late last week, NAR suggested an ongoing lawsuit waged by Designworks Homes could lead to lawsuits 'against homeowners who make or display floor plans of their own homes'
by Jim Dalrymple II Apr 12
Agent to athletes trades Compass sports division for Douglas Elliman
Denver Bright, known for representing celebrity clients including a few Miami pro athletes, will return as a member of the Sports and Entertainment Division on the Senada Adzem Team
by Ben Verde Apr 12
5 tactics to convert referral leads like a Realogy 'Masters Cup' winner
The brokers from this year's winning Realogy teams, Dr. Susan Jenkins of Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Native American Group and Nick Pasquini of Century 21 Redwood Realty, spoke with Inman about some of their secrets to success with converting referral leads
by Lillian Dickerson Apr 12
The real estate business etiquette rules Miss Manners never covered
Opinion
With so many platforms and processes, you need to keep up with the rules — both old and new. Here you’ll find ways to put your best foot forward in-person and online
by Christy Murdock Apr 12
Lone ranger vs. social butterfly: How to strike the balance at work
Opinion
Encouraging introverted agents often comes down to some creative gear-switching. In this Agent/Broker Perspective, Miami broker Anthony Askowitz offers a hypothetical scenario and a practical resolution
by Anthony Askowitz Apr 12
Own Your Freedom, by Dr. David Phelps
Opinion
This book is one of Phelps' tools to help educate people about achieving financial success — using a different approach than that of most financial advisers
by Nicole Espinosa Apr 12
Clearing the cash-to-close hurdle in a single bound
Home affordability is an ever more elusive dream for many in today's market. Down payment assistance programs can be buyers' bridge to the reality of owning a home by overcoming the cash-to-close hurdle
How to help homesellers understand fair housing
Opinion
Most homeowners want to do the right thing, but they don’t always understand how they can unintentionally discriminate against a qualified buyer. Transparency and communication are the keys to ensuring optimal outcomes for everyone
by Teresa Boardman Apr 11
Don't call it a comeback! Why QR codes are more relevant than ever
Convenience and COVID reintroduced customizable barcode technology. Here's how to make the most of scannable QR codes
by Sam Trimble Apr 11
Don't sleep on the threat of real estate wire fraud
Opinion
A 2021 survey showed that 1 in 3 real estate transactions were targeted by cyber criminals. Real estate agents can no longer afford to ignore the threat or meet it with a one-line warning at the bottom of their email signature
by Rich Hopen Apr 11
Don't fall victim to Russian hackers: 14 tips
Opinion
More and more Russian hackers are looking to unleash cyberattacks across the world. Keep yourself and your clients safe
by Robert Siciliano Apr 11
5 tax-planning moves for money-savvy real estate agents
Opinion
Agents who had a blockbuster year in real estate need to ensure that there's a financial plan in place. Here are some key tax planning strategies to consider
by Jordan Curnutt Apr 11