Want to elevate your listing? 4 tips for standing out
These days, the competition is fierce. If you want to stand out from the crowd, you'll need to put your expert-level marketing skills to good use — both online and offline. Here are four things to focus on when it comes to listings
by Kathleen Black Aug 31
How to get your listings ready for fall
There's no denying that fall decor brings about feelings of warmth and belonging — which is why agents shouldn't ignore it when it comes to listings. Here are four areas to focus on when staging for pumpkin-spice season
by Gerard Splendore Aug 31
Agents, stop sitting on your assets!
Though most agents have the similar goal of generating more leads, some still don't have a complete and functional database to market to. Here's why you should be organizing your list — and the most cost-effective marketing method to use
by Larry Hales Aug 31
Losing bidding wars? 10 strategies for victory
With a red-hot seller's market, listings are now getting multiple offers — and agents have to be prepared for bidding wars. Here are a few tried-and-true strategies agents can use to beat out the competition
by Kseniya Korneva Aug 30
3 top Brown Harris Stevens agents join Sotheby's Manhattan HQ
Top real estate brokers Caroline Guthrie, Kathryn Steinberg and Armin Allen join Sotheby's International Realty after decades at Brown Harris Stevens
by Marian McPherson Aug 28
Opendoor is seeking real estate agents for 'Opendoor Brokerage'
A spokesperson for Opendoor clarified that the role will support the 'Home Reserve' platform that the iBuyer announced in May
by Patrick Kearns Aug 28
The Real Word: When should buyers walk away?
Opinion
This week, Byron Lazine and Nicole White discuss when buyers should walk away from a property, buyer beliefs and Jerry Seinfeld's thoughts on New York City
by Byron Lazine Aug 28
What's the future of iBuyers in light of COVID-19?
Opinion
Although no one knows exactly what the future holds for real estate, things seem particularly uncertain for iBuyers. Here's a look at the advantages and disadvantages these companies are facing as they navigate the current housing market
by Luke Babich Aug 28
Stronger together: A pair of ERA franchisees partner to buy another
In a unique move, Steve Doty of ERA Doty Real Estate and Tom DeWine of ERA Colonial Real Estate partnered to buy ERA Team Real Estate in Arkansas
by Patrick Kearns Aug 27
Compass CEO Robert Reffkin: No, New York City isn't dead
The future of New York City, where Compass was founded, remains bright, Robert Reffkin argued in an op-ed for CNN
by Patrick Kearns Aug 27
7 tips for protecting your commission when staging
Staging adds value to the sale — but it should not break your bank. As an agent, use these seven tips to protect your income when incorporating home staging into your listing process
by Jennie Norris Aug 27
Can a life coach help your real estate business?
A life coach can help you level up your career and create balance for a fulfilling life
by Adam Hergenrother Aug 27
Smart home tech for agents: Which Amazon Echo product is right for you?
Amazon Echo products are nifty, convenient gadgets, and they can leave a lasting impact on clients when presented as closing gifts. But with a sea of options out there, which one should you go for?
by Brandon Doyle Aug 27
Are you learning from the market turn? Adjust your focus now
The coronavirus pandemic pressed the reset button on our personal and business lives. So, for agents looking to make good use of this time to grow their businesses, here are a few ways to do that by zeroing in on education
by Kuba Jewgieniew Aug 27
Lead, plan, communicate — the 3 basics of coaching through uncertainty
This time of uncertainty proved to be a true test for good leadership. As a leader, you should be stepping in and coaching your team to better adapt to this new landscape. Here's how
by James Harris AND David Parnes Aug 27