Nation’s largest MLS platforms experience compromised access
FlexMLS and Matrix provide software to major multiple listing services. A recent event forced users to reset their passwords — and prompted words of caution from experts
by Taylor Anderson Jul 25
Conferences are goldmines (if you know how to film them)
Troy Palmquist talks with video content expert Ransome Tucker about why every agent should be capturing (and sharing) content at professional conferences
by Troy Palmquist Jul 25
How are you breaking down barriers for agents and clients living with disabilities?
On July 26, 1990, President George H.W. Bush signed the Americans with Disabilities Act into law. In observance, ensure your business is inclusive and easily accessible, broker Holly Brink writes
by Holly Brink Jul 25
Real Talk: Why the silver tsunami might crash before it crests
The recent One Big Beautiful Bill Act boasts many boons for real estate, but not for silver homeowners, Rachael Hite writes. Informed agents see the not-so-beautiful big picture
by Rachael Hite Jul 25
4 ways brokerages build resilient, high-performing agents 
As a broker, Thomas Mallette writes, it's up to you to walk the walk with your agents, providing the mentorship and guidance they need to succeed
by Thomas Mallette Jul 24
Broker Spotlight: Kristin Barry, Arbor Real Estate
Find out how this Orange County, California, indie broker leads 'with a balance of compliance, mentorship and heart'
by Christy Murdock Jul 24
Why collaboration and cooperation are the future of real estate
In today’s more challenging market, agents are banding together to stay competitive. Mike Bruce of Denver Metro Association of Realtors offers strategies for working together more effectively
by Mike Bruce Jul 24
Stop telling agents what to say. Teach them how to talk instead
Troy Palmquist talks with Justin Benson, founder of Shilo AI, about how personalized, consistent coaching can make agents more effective
by Troy Palmquist Jul 24
An image of a robot to signify how to use AI in real estate.
Adopt these practices to harness the potential benefits of AI tools, Robert Siciliano writes, while protecting your invaluable professional persona from the array of privacy and security dangers
by Robert Siciliano Jul 24
Be protective, proactive and prepared when working with celebrity clients
In Part 4 of her 5-part series, Cara Ameer offers strategies for providing high-level care that's specific to the requirements of high-profile clients
by Cara Ameer Jul 24
How to make real estate recruiting 'a hell of a lot easier'
ERA Brand President Alex Vidal knows that agents are getting hit up by competing brokers. But he has a four-step guide for successfully grabbing more agents
by Taylor Anderson Jul 23
It's not all about the money: The savvy agent's guide to working with athletes and celebrities
In Part 3 of her 5-part series, Cara Ameer provides insight on the financial realities of working with high-profile clients and trusted members of their entourage
by Cara Ameer Jul 23
Instant gratification is destroying your business. Here's how to avoid the distraction trap
Learn to lock in the necessary behaviors required to build your business, team leader Carl Medford writes, repeat them constantly, avoid pleasurable distractions and reap the rewards
by Carl Medford Jul 23
The leadership playbook: Stay ahead in a fast-moving market
In hypercompetitive, low inventory markets, Jack Gross writes, success boils down to innovation, adaptability, a return to fundamentals and a commitment to agent education
by Jack Gross Jul 23
Homes.com just signed up thousands of agents, sold scores of 'boosted' listings
CoStar reported net profit of $6.2M in Q2, down from $19M in Q2 2024
by Taylor Anderson Jul 22
Luxury brokerage Douglas Elliman is now in the mortgage business
Mortgage broker Elliman Capital, a 'strategic alliance' with Associated Mortgage Bankers Inc., will offer traditional and specialty loan products 'from multiple national and regional lenders'
by Matt Carter Jul 22