The Real Word: Are Opendoor's plans too ambitious?
Opinion
This week, Byron Lazine and Nicole White discuss Opendoor’s expansion plans, Google Alerts for your business and a viral listing
by Byron Lazine Mar 12
Chicago's @properties debuts new learning service
The service, @academy, will be available to the company's thousands of agents and will include an array of both live and pre-recorded courses
by Jim Dalrymple II Mar 11
Zillow to hire more than 2,000 remote employees by end of 2021
The company announced on Thursday its goal to increase its employee rolls by 40%, largely by hiring in tech, mortgage and loans, and software development positions
by Lillian Dickerson Mar 11
The 'my' agent: How this approach can hamper a transaction
Opinion
Work in real estate sales long enough, and you'll cross paths with a host of different personalities, both good and bad. But there's one type of agent this broker-owner struggles with — those who let transactions revolve entirely around them
by Teresa Boardman Mar 11
5 key motivational styles team leaders should know
Is your team feeling a little burned out? By discovering what motivates your agents, you will be able to create personalized systems and processes that increase their success — and happiness
by Kathleen Black Mar 11
How to wow your clients with a standout experience
Whether it's through scheduling regular check-ins or developing custom marketing opportunities, proving to your clients that you’re there to help them navigate the process while creating exciting moments is what will set you apart from your competitors
by David Parnes AND James Harris Mar 11
New to real estate? How a team can give you a turbo boost
Opinion
By joining a team, new agents can fast-track their success with established models, systems, coaching, training, lead opportunities, a supportive culture, and growth potential
by Adam Hergenrother Mar 11
Century 21 real estate agent loses job after anti-Asian gym rant
Century 21 has promptly condemned and disassociated itself from a former agent caught on video insulting an Asian-American gym manager
15-year-old charged with fatally shooting real estate agent
Stefano Barbosa, 37, was held at gunpoint and made to take out $1,000 from a bank machine in an incident that was caught on video
11 objection-handling scripts agents need today
When it comes to working with buyers, objections are buying signs. Your role is to uncover their concerns, address them and move your clients forward in making the purchase. Here are a few important scripts to keep handy
by Bernice Ross Mar 10
How Google Alerts can help you stay on top of your business
Whether used for reputation management, keeping an eye on the agents you work with or getting an edge on the competition, Google Alerts are invaluable
by Jay Thompson Mar 10
Pulse: How are you educating clients about mortgage and alt finance?
This week, we are curious to know: How are you helping clients navigate the complicated mortgage process? How are you informing your clients about their options?
by Inman Mar 10
Netflix series attempts to answer age-old question: Marriage or mortgage?
Tennessee agent Nichole Holmes and wedding planner Sarah Miller compete for clients picking between a marriage and a mortgage in the new show
Why agent Aaron Seawood left the music industry for real estate
Triplemint team leader Aaron Seawood shares the twists, turns and risks that led him from the music industry to real estate, and why he left Compass for a new brokerage in the middle of the pandemic
by Marian McPherson Mar 9
Missouri agent charged with conspiracy in murder-for-hire plot
Leigh Ann Bauman, 43, won boating competitions and was a popular cheerleading mom. On Thursday, she was arrested on charges of plotting to kill her former mother-in-law
Pulse: What clients need to know about mortgages in 2021
This week, our readers tell us how they're educating clients about the mortgage market in this red-hot real estate landscape. Here's what homebuyers need to be prepared for today
by Inman Mar 9