Why listing feedback is a terrible idea
Opinion
It’s a bad move for your clients, the buyer’s agent and your career. Here's why
by Jay Thompson Oct 6
Ex Coldwell Banker employee claims pregnancy discrimination in lawsuit
In a suit filed against Realogy, Dominique Harkness, a former Coldwell Banker sales administrator, alleges she wasn't allowed to work from home because she was a new mom
Corcoran expands into the Bahamas with latest affiliate
Corcoran CA Christie Bahamas is the third affiliate to launch in the Caribbean and the 14th firm to join Corcoran’s affiliate network since its launch
by Libertina Brandt Oct 6
Want to excel at luxury? 8 client types every agent should be prepared for
When it comes to marketing luxury listings, review this list to see which descriptions best fit your client, and act accordingly. Find out what matters most to them, and focus on providing them exactly what they want
by Bernice Ross Oct 6
Zillow, ShowingTime and why lack of competition kills customer service
Opinion
As fewer companies dominate the scene and own the software it takes to run a real estate business, prices will go up while customer service and innovation decline
by Teresa Boardman Oct 6
This is why celebrities drop $$$$ on rent when they could easily just buy
Luxury real estate adviser and attorney Edward Mermelstein talks celebrity prenups, why actors frequently shell out big for rentals and what luxury lawyers tell their biggest clients
'Instagram is probably the best bet': 3 ways agents can win social media
Social media platforms can be a source of leads and deals, but agents should focus on being authentic and finding a niche, experts said during Coldwell Banker's Gen Blue Experience
by Jim Dalrymple II Oct 5
Pulse: What is luxury in 2021? 'Beautiful spaces that makes sense'
What’s the most critical evolution luxury real estate has experienced? What’s most vital to luxury clients today? Here's what readers (OK, reader) said
by Inman Oct 5
How to find listings in a highly competitive market
Becky Eakle argued during Coldwell Banker's Gen Blue Experience that the listing agent always wins. The key then is figuring out how to get more would-be sellers off the fence
by Jim Dalrymple II Oct 5
'This is not a blip': Antitrust experts warn RE leaders to work with DOJ
The Council of Multiple Listing Services panelists warned real estate leaders and MLS members, 'It's better to be part of the process ... than having the rules written for you'
Want to be a million-dollar producer? 3 mindset shifts you need to make
When giving advice about making it in real estate, agents often talk about lead generation, follow-up, working your sphere and other strategies. What they don't talk about is mindset — an equally important aspect. Here's how mindset can catapult you to success
by Smita Singh Oct 5
What agents need to know about rigid foam insulation
Insulation, when installed properly, can significantly cut down energy costs, reduce noise, keep pests out, waterproof structures and minimize air filtration. Educate yourself on all the options so you can help your clients in their decision-making process
by Gerard Splendore Oct 5
Lesson Learned: Join a team that complements your skillset
Find out how Boston-area luxury real estate agent Dana Bull learned that having the right backup means everything
by Christy Murdock Oct 4
HGTV's 'Property Brothers' Drew and Jonathan Scott to join Properly
The Canadian home resale startup raised $100M in funding in September 2020
America's hottest neighborhoods: Oregon's Old Bend district
With plenty of cash and high incomes, young professionals from bustling metros have made a big imprint on the sleepy ski town of Bend, Oregon
by Daniel Houston Oct 4