NAR president to DOJ: Step up and honor the agreement
Opinion
In response to the Department of Justice hitting back against a petition from the National Association of Realtors, NAR president Charlie Oppler urged the DOJ to honor their agreement, calling for fair markets, fair housing and a fair chance for small businesses
by Charlie Oppler Oct 22
7 real estate lead generation sites with no upfront costs
Whether you’re a seasoned agent or just starting out in this industry, your ability to consistently generate leads will determine your future growth. Referral-based lead generation companies offer a great alternative that might be a perfect fit for your business. Here are a few to consider
by Jimmy Burgess Oct 22
@Properties CEO on franchise biz: We're coming for the big markets
In an interview ahead of Inman Connect Las Vegas, Thad Wong said blockchain will become part of the real estate transaction and franchising will help smaller players survive
by Jim Dalrymple II Oct 22
'This is definitely a red flag': The Real Word on Zillow's big pause
Opinion
This week, Bryon Lazine and Nicole White discuss Zillow's latest move to pause homebuying, the client who shot his agent after buying a home sight unseen, and the agent who posed for listing photos in the buff
by Byron Lazine Oct 22
5 business-planning tips to start 2022 on the right foot
A productive and successful new year is within your grasp
by David Parnes AND James Harris Oct 22
Here's the one decision that haunts Redfin CEO Glenn Kelman
In a candid interview, Redfin CEO Glenn Kelman talks about his decision to furlough agents and other tipping points that have changed his career
by Marian McPherson Oct 21
$170M top producer breaks down the secret to his success
The key to success in real estate starts with honing your sales skills, according to Andrew Undem. As the leader of a team on track to close $170M this year, he's sharing the key factors to a superior sales experience for both clients and agents
by Jimmy Burgess Oct 21
Deciding on your marketing spend? Put your focus here
For a lot of brokerages, marketing is inextricably linked to overall performance. Here's how one company set up its marketing support services to meet the needs of its agents while increasing productivity and retention
by Kim Luckie Oct 21
Your listing presentation makes me look bad. Stop shading your competition
Opinion
The best thing we can do for our businesses is be honest about the services we provide, how we work and even how the industry itself works. We need to promote our services without suggesting that the competition is greedy, incompetent or unethical
by Teresa Boardman Oct 21
Are love letters so bad? Real estate attorney weighs in: Real (Estate) Talk
Unfortunately, not every seller works with an agent who is committed to fair housing beyond the logo on flyers. To that point, Oregon has been a trailblazer in banning love letters. Should other states follow? Closing attorney Mehrnush Saadat shares her thoughts
by Lee Davenport Oct 21
The Agency comes to Las Vegas
Local luxury agent Zar Zanganeh will lead the new franchise, which is the 24th for the Los Angeles-based brokerage
Corcoran names new regional VP of Downtown Manhattan
Ryan Fitzpatrick was previously senior managing director of the brokerage's Chelsea office and has over 20 years of experience in the industry
by Lillian Dickerson Oct 20
Have a retention problem? Here’s what’s causing it (and how to fix it)
Opinion
By creating a culture of freedom and discipline, you will have a much higher long-term retention rate. Here are some common agent retention issues and how to fix them
by Adam Hergenrother Oct 20
'Party with the beast': RE/MAX CEO Adam Contos on his book debut
In his first book, 'Start With A Win,' Adam Contos talks about how to combat fear — 'the beast,' as he calls it — with love and create win-win situations in business and life
by Marian McPherson Oct 20
4 things high-net-worth buyers want in an agent
With high prices come high expectations, so as a luxury real estate agent, you have to always bring your A-game and provide the highest level of service to your clients
by Timothy Smith Oct 20
Full-frontal agent 'stripped' of job after baring all in listing photos
In addition to Instagram, nude-but-blurred photos of former Compass agent David Ferrugio initially appeared on TheMLS.com before being yanked off the website by administrators