If views are down but intent is up, Josh Ries writes, focus on clarity, education and problem-solving for people who are already leaning toward a transaction
How can a boutique brokerage avoid being eclipsed by an industry behemoth? Dezireh Eyn suggests leaning into transparency as a differentiator
Recruiting and retention aren't just about branding or commission splits. Verl Workman shares what agents really need from their next brokerage
While your phone is a valuable tool in your real estate business, Pam Blair writes, leaving it alone is a necessary component of self-care and work-life balance
Summer Goralik explores the bittersweet symphony of robot umpires in baseball and AI in real estate — and why perfection still needs a human rhythm
What ideas are out there that might transform our service for clients, Carl Medford writes, and how can you use your creativity to transform your business?
Tap into content and media opportunities to raise your profile and elevate the reputation of your real estate business, broker-owner Amy Stockberger writes
The portal giant says most agents who receive a notice about violating Zillow’s private listings rules only received one notice
Doug Lebda founded LendingTree in 1996 to simplify consumers' mortgage loan search. He led the company through several busts and booms, growing its market value to more than $750M
The government shutdown has tempted some homebuyers to stop paying their student loans. However, that decision could spell disaster for their buying plans
Charting a new course beyond turmoil, Nykia Wright vows transparency and tells NAR’s 1.5M members the organization is on the cusp of unveiling a 2026-2028 Strategic Plan
From affiliate income to co-sourcing campaigns, Jessi Healey writes, here’s how to meet consumers where they click. Plus, tap into this year’s holiday trends to boost your 2026 business
Once Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac are ready to start accepting VantageScore 4.0, the algorithm will go head-to-head with the less inclusive FICO Classic score for conforming loans
A combination of upskilling and these 15 items and strategies helps ensure that your home staging gets your listings sold, Annette DeCicco writes
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Not all trends are worth following, the Brown Harris Stevens CEO writes. The pet rock had its moment, but private listing networks create a conflict between fiduciary duty and financial gain
A New York State real estate fraud ring that purchased more than 700 properties in Baltimore has defaulted on $100M in loans, leading to hundreds of foreclosures in majority Black neighborhoods
