Are real estate commissions going down? Not so much
Opinion
If home prices are at an all-time high, how can we say that commissions are going down? Here's what agents might not be noticing when it comes to their commission
by Teresa Boardman Aug 12
How inflation has impacted this broker
Opinion
Inflation can have a deep and lasting impact on housing and the larger economy. Here, one broker steps back to recount what it was like during the 1970s inflation and what's different now
by Gretchen Rosenberg Aug 12
3 simple tactics for getting your luxury waterfront listing sold
Selling a luxury house that overlooks the water can be lucrative, if you know how to do it right. Here are a few tried-and-true tips to help you promote the benefits of living in a waterfront residence
by Larry Alton Aug 12
6 tips for expanding your network with social media
From sharing personal stories to engaging with your audience and creating valuable content, utilizing these tools will ensure your sphere of influence continues to grow
by James Harris AND David Parnes Aug 12
Fathom sees $2.1M net loss in Q2, but more than doubles revenue
The company pulled in $84.2 million between April and June, nearly all of it from its real estate brokerage services
by Andrea V. Brambila Aug 11
Virtual brokerage Real sees significant revenue growth in Q2
The company also saw its agent count grow to 2,451, up 126% year over year, according to earnings figures released Tuesday
by Jim Dalrymple II Aug 11
Engel & Völkers brings simplicity to luxury in new marketing campaign
Titled 'Live Your Luxury,' the campaign showcases the 'simple, yet personal luxuries' that come with owning a home by highlighting everyday moments that serve as little treasures
by Lillian Dickerson Aug 11
The virtual staging advantages even naysayers can’t deny
COVID-19 took virtual staging from the wings and placed it center stage. Now that we have, through necessity, experienced digital staging firsthand, it will be a dominant factor going forward
by Carl Medford Aug 11
Pulse: How do you make sure your listings stand out in 2021?
There's a lot more to a listing today than ever before. So, what tools and strategies are you using to make sure your sellers' house shines?
by Inman Aug 11
How to use Instagram to motivate sellers to list with you
This ever-growing app is a powerful tool for building connections that result in leads contacting you. Here are a few creative ways Instagram can help you reach potential sellers
by Bernice Ross Aug 11
5 paint colors that can boost your sellers' home value
Whether you’re doing a major update or staging their home for sale, here’s how to put these in-demand and inviting colors to work for your clients
by Antoinette Fargo Aug 11
NorCal Better Homes and Gardens, Coldwell Banker franchises merge
The new company, which is based in the heart of California wine country, will have more than 150 agents working out of 11 offices
by Jim Dalrymple II Aug 10
A handshake in the midst of action
The real estate giant keeps building on its position as the lone national franchisor in the mortgage broker channel
by Matt Carter Aug 10
‘Lewd sexual comments,’ religion at center of new Compass lawsuit
Ryan Huber, a Christian ethicist and former Compass agent experience manager, alleges a supervisor harassed him due to his sex and religion. Compass says the claims are 'meritless'
by Andrea V. Brambila Aug 10
Compass CEO: There's 'incredible' demand from foreign buyers
Robert Reffkin also said he expects the New York City real estate market to rebound and that housing in general should thrive in the near-term future
by Jim Dalrymple II Aug 10
How to reach stalled homebuyers
Whether they’re ready to spend their quarantine savings or are restarting an abandoned home search, here’s how to talk to these eager buyers
by Christy Murdock Aug 10