Co-ops in Westchester County now have to explain why they reject buyers. Will NYC be next?
Late last month, the amendment to the Co-op Disclosure Law passed through the Westchester County Board of Legislators 15 votes to two, effective immediately.
by Libertina Brandt Jul 7
Beware of weak agents: 5 scenarios that can cost your sellers big money
Even in today's crazy market, weak agents can still cost their sellers plenty of money and opportunity. Here are five case studies that illustrate how costly working with a bad agent can be
by Bernice Ross Jul 7
New agents, it’s not about the split
So many new agents choose a brokerage by going with the one that offers the highest split. This can not only be a huge mistake, but it can set a newbie up for failure
by Carl Medford Jul 7
Pulse: Ever have a deal fall through? Tell us what you learned
Whether you're a newbie or a seasoned pro, chances are you've experienced the pain and disappointment of a flopped deal. This week, we're asking you to share your experience. What happened, and what did you learn?
by Inman Jul 7
Why the ongoing DOJ vs. NAR battle matters
Opinion
The DOJ's most recent action seems to be a giant step backward toward any resolution. Here's what you should know
by Jay Thompson Jul 6
Pulse: Readers share what they wish they'd known as newbies
What's the most important piece of information and industry-related advice you wish you'd have been armed with early on in your career? This week, our readers weigh in
by Inman Jul 6
How to get more listings: 4 strategies for new agents
Real estate is one of the few industries where you can go full speed right out the gate. As long as you can position yourself to be top-of-mind, landing new listings will be much easier and more consistent
by Anthony West Jul 6
Is this the right fit? Here's how to bet on the right brokerage
As a new agent, choosing a brokerage is a vital and nerve-wracking decision. To help ensure a good fit, print out these questions, and make sure to ask them during your interview
by Bernice Ross Jul 3
This is what makes real estate in the United States of America so unique
From commissions and entrepreneurism to Poland's legendary tale of the '1-hour MLS,' there are few places like the US when it comes to real estate
by Jim Dalrymple II Jul 2
The Real Word: Should MLSs ditch 'Coming Soon' status?
Opinion
This week, Byron Lazine and Nicole White discuss the largest MLS in Ohio ditching 'Coming Soon' status, the most affordable beach towns in the U.S. and Ray Ellen’s Instagram Reel
by Byron Lazine Jul 2
Get after it: 10 action steps every new agent should take
Whether you have a solid plan or are starting from scratch, these business-generating action items will help you hit the ground running, keep you focused and enable you to gain traction faster
by Jimmy Burgess Jul 2
Howard Hanna buys stake in one of Indiana's biggest brokerages
Howard Hanna Real Estate Services has expanded its footprint in Indiana by forming a partnership with a well-known regional player
by Daniel Houston Jul 1
What's a SPOA? The management concept Compass CEO Robert Reffkin can't live without
The fast-growing brokerage and its CEO Robert Reffkin have developed an approach called 'Single Point of Accountability' that sees 1 person tasked with driving projects forward
by Jim Dalrymple II Jul 1