The ultimate guide to tenant screening for DIY landlords
Opinion
Finding and onboarding the right tenant is critical to a landlord’s ability to generate steady, reliable, long term income
by Logan Ransley Jun 7
Smart Home Tech: Your smart switch buying guide
Opinion
If you're looking to add updated smart home elements to your home or your latest listing, smart switches may be a great place to start
by Brandon Doyle Jun 7
The present (and future) of MLS regionalization
Opinion
Find out why regionalization isn’t just for urban metroplexes anymore
by Christy Murdock Jun 7
Overcome your public speaking fears to become a stronger Realtor
Opinion
Public speaking is an essential skill in real estate to land a listing, close a deal and present yourself as an authority. Still, it’s also a skill most agents avoid building because they’re terrified of actually getting up to give a presentation
by Patrick Grimes Jun 7
Circa 1930: What real estate agents need to know about housing styles in the 1930s
Opinion
The 1930s saw a blend of influences and trends, driven in large part by the impact of the Great Depression. Broker Gerard Splendore offers insight into the historical and architectural roots of the decade's home styles as part of his Circa series
by Gerard Splendore Jun 7
Red flag! 13 things agents should watch out for when being recruited
Here's what some agents who have recently made strategic moves have to say about keeping one's eye on the prize when it comes to negotiating contracts with a new brokerage
It's National Homeownership Month. Here's how you can address un-fair housing
Opinion
Un-fair housing is an impediment to homeownership. Without fair access and opportunity to buy a home in this land of the free, homeownership likely feels to those denied like a nightmare, not the American dream
by Lee Davenport Jun 6
Escape the rat race: CFP-approved strategies for financial freedom
Opinion
Financial planner Jordan Curnutt weighs in with his best advice on your personal retirement plans and exit strategies
by Jordan Curnutt Jun 3
KW demands REX turn over audio recordings in commission suit
The real estate franchisor has subpoenaed the discount brokerage for recordings of all in-bound calls, not just those purporting to show agent steering, in multibillion-dollar class-action case
Gavel over one hundred dollar bills represents Newrez' settling a complaint
Opinion
Many real estate professionals look down on discounted brokerages, but it may be because they're asking themselves the wrong questions. Here are the alternatives they might want to consider instead
by Grant Clayton Jun 3
Is flat fee the future of real estate? Here’s what to know
Opinion
As home prices have risen, driven by supply shortages and increased demand, many real estate industry experts have started considering whether the existing commission compensation model is still working
by Nicholas Acosta Jun 3
Want to get buyers moving? Learn their personality types
Opinion
Keeping in mind the personality type of your clients can help you become perceptive and tailor your approach, so that you're able to provide the best homebuying experience possible
by Christine Carr Jun 3
Real estate market shift ahoy? The Real Word
Opinion
This week, Byron Lazine and Nicole White discuss recent numbers that suggest an imminent market shift, mastermind theory and the Marketeer of the Week
by Byron Lazine Jun 2
Database on lock! Get more ROI with these CRM tips
Opinion
If you’re looking for your business to grow in the future, the answer is in your database. It offers the ability to store client information, automate communication and provide prompt reminders
by Jimmy Burgess Jun 2
Broker Spotlight: James McGrath and Leon Goldfeld, Yoreevo
Opinion
This week, the Broker Spotlight shines on James McGrath and Leon Goldfeld of New York City real estate brokerage Yoreevo
by Christy Murdock Jun 2
Christie's Rick Moeser joins Douglas Elliman, business development CEO
Moeser has 30 years of experience in the luxury residential realm and most recently served as executive director at Christie's International Real Estate for about 17 years