Coming-soon listings just went mainstream: The Download
The latest views on coming-soon listings, Zillow Preview and shifting stances on pre-MLS visibility
by Christy Murdock Mar 23
State-Wide MLS taps RealReports to roll out AI property tools
The rollout aims to cut platform fatigue and speed up how agents work
by Nick Pipitone Mar 19
Proptech CEO: We're 'empowering' real estate agents, not 'trying to displace' them
Infinityy wants buyers to turn to listings, not Google, with their questions. And the company believes it can turn early curiosity into faster, more qualified conversations
by Nick Pipitone Feb 23
open house
Grow your database and grow your real estate business with Jen Berbas' systematic plan for goal-setting, open house hosting and buyer follow-up
by Jen Berbas Feb 19
Private listings, fiduciary risk: A warning from Side’s founders
From fiduciary duty concerns to fair housing implications, Guy Gal and Hilary Saunders break down what private listings mean for sellers, agents and the future of brokerage
old school listing strategy
While everyone else competes online, the agents who win listings will be the ones who go old school, pick up the phone and show up in person, new contributor John Angelopoulos writes
by John Angelopoulos Feb 17
This company wants to take virtual property tours outside
Planitar pushes listing media beyond interiors with full-property schematic views
by Nick Pipitone Feb 11
real estate is a service business
Consumers are attracted by great products but retained by great service. Zac Kennedy breaks down how to 'click' from ruthless product marketer to empathetic service provider
by Zac Kennedy Feb 11
smart fixes for stagnant listings
When you approach a lingering listing with a structured revival plan, Jimmy Burgess writes, sellers feel supported, buyers re-engage and momentum returns
by Jimmy Burgess Feb 1
private listing networks
Opinion
Maybe the MLS isn’t perfect, broker Dennis Norman writes, but it’s still the only tool we have that puts listings in front of everyone, not just the ones invited behind the curtain
by Dennis Norman Jan 27
What you should know about California’s new listing photo law
A new California law changes what agents must disclose when doctoring listing photos. America Foy breaks down what you can (and can’t) do and the consequences for not disclosing
by America Foy Jan 23
The MLS is under attack. Realtor.com’s CEO explains why
On this episode, Damian Eales gives his unfiltered take on the future of the MLS, the dangers of private listings, and why the industry needs to stop the infighting and start serving the consumer
Washington statehouse
The debate around public vs. private listings is moving from dueling op-eds to the Washington statehouse with a new bill seeking to limit the practice
by Christy Murdock Jan 19
real estate listing marketing
Managing anxiety around the home sale process can preserve deals and ensure more effective decision-making for you and your clients, Josh Ries writes
by Josh Ries Jan 13
Compass founding broker on how 3-phase marketing works in NYC
On this episode, Scott Hustis, co-founder of Paradigm Advisory and one of the first agents at Compass, talks private listings, making it in NYC and what it really takes to win long-term in luxury
Design trends and tips to help your listing fly off the market in 2026
Restraint, a focus on nature and the outdoors, and good staging will help luxury agents and their clients close the deal in 2026
by Lillian Dickerson Dec 30