CoStar plans to slash spending on Homes.com through 2030
After investing heavily to create a 4th competing major real estate search portal, CoStar said Wednesday that it would cut spending on Homes.com by 35% this year
by Taylor Anderson Jan 7
Generational wealth, foreign buyers, rising prices: Sotheby's Luxury Outlook for 2026
The luxury market is poised for steady growth this year, with multiple factors driving the market toward a fruitful and lucrative 2026
Alex Vidal interview
ERA Brand President Alex Vidal talks negotiations, relationships and how leaders can ensure their agents maintain a high emotional IQ amid the rise of artificial intelligence
by Marian McPherson Jan 7
How this team leader closes 950 deals a year on cruise control
How do you lead a 70-agent team to 950 deals a year without burning out? In this episode, Matt Delhougne, shares the systems, structure and mindset behind his massive St. Louis team
signature candle for real estate agents
Troy Palmquist has used custom scented candles throughout his real estate career. Here’s why a private-label scent can become one of the most effective branding tools in an agent’s arsenal
by Troy Palmquist Jan 6
7 questions you MUST ask buyers before meeting in person
Qualify your buyer prospects up front with these proven questions to ensure you get your transaction to the closing table, Derek Carlson writes
by Derek Carlson Jan 6
Is AI working for you?
Christie's International Real Estate President Gavin Swartzman outlines 3 guiding principles that help brokers harness the power of AI to grow their value proposition and their business
by Gavin Swartzman Jan 6
Klipster tech review
The mobile app helps agents create and share listing and social marketing content on its consumer-facing network
by Craig C. Rowe Jan 6
How this Florida team stays $1B ahead of the competition
The Jills Zeder Group at Coldwell Banker Realty routinely blows its competition out of the water. Team co-founder Jill Hertzberg shared how they do it again and again
running lean as an agent
Running a leaner real estate business isn’t about cutting corners, but rather, reducing friction, Kevelyn Guzman writes. Here are 6 ways to streamline in 2026
by Kevelyn Guzman Jan 6
Why this Atlanta real estate broker trademarked his systems
From door-to-door vacuum sales to building a real estate empire, Atlanta-based broker, coach and radio host, Cleve Gaddis, uncovers his blueprint for delivering repeatable results
mindset shifts
Step into the new year with clarity, confidence and a positive mindset, Amy Corr writes, and get ready to make 2026 your best year yet
by Amy Corr Jan 5
Dermot Buffini makes way for brother Brian as coaching firm's chief executive
After 13 years as CEO, Dermot Buffini will now serve as a board advisor and international brand ambassador at the well-known real estate coaching company
2026 business planning
Aligning your goals and implementing the changes you've identified can make all the difference as you move your business into 2026, Lori Muller writes
by Lori Muller Jan 5
set impossible goals
If 'same-old, same-old' isn't getting the results you want, maybe it's time to think bigger and set some impossible goals for yourself, Greg Hague writes
by Greg Hague Jan 5
Douglas Elliman's top agents
After decades in a competitive market, word got around that few can best Dina Goldentayer's prowess in managing elite luxury home sales in Miami. Here's how she does it