How a government shutdown would affect real estate agents
The National Flood Insurance Program is set to lapse on Sept. 30, and federal agencies critical to processing mortgage paperwork like HUD, FHA, VA, USDA and the IRS face staff reductions
by Matt Carter Sep 25
Barron and Tessa Hilton
The couple, members of the Hilton family hotel empire, are breaking off on their own at Compass, where they will grow a team between LA and Palm Beach, with plans for further expansion
by Lillian Dickerson Sep 25
In a heavy M&A landscape, Rod Watson says he's staying indie
The luxury brokerage founder shared thoughts on the market, challenges of serving elite clients, potential business expansion thoughts and what he's looking forward to at Connect San Diego
by Lillian Dickerson Jun 30
Ernie Carswell & Associates trade Elliman for Sotheby's Realty
The 'Kendra Sells Hollywood' star and long-time Elliman agent said he was attracted to Sotheby's International Realty's stability in an industry that has been in tumult in recent years
by Lillian Dickerson May 30
5 reasons marketing your listings to other agents still wins deals
A structured approach to outreach is your best friend when it comes to getting your next listing in front of the most active buyer agents in your market, trainer Bernice Ross writes
by Bernice Ross May 1
Paul Salazar moves from Hilton & Hyland to Compass
Salazar started at Hilton & Hyland 16 years ago and said he was ready for a change. Now he's bringing a team to Compass, which he said had the most to offer out of top LA brokerages
by Lillian Dickerson Apr 15
Rila Auctions launches to offer transparent bidding, access
'After working with several auction platforms, I realized there was an opportunity to create a smarter, more transparent solution that puts agents and sellers first': Ben Bacal
by Craig C. Rowe Apr 14
Agents scramble to find housing for those displaced by LA wildfires
As wildfires burned through LA County over the past 3 days, thousands were suddenly in need of temporary housing. The surge in demand is poised to create a spike in rental prices, agents say
Lesson Learned: Real estate needs patience, empathy, a listening ear
Find out how this Pacific Palisades luxury agent and new development expert has grown her career alongside the growth of her market
by Christy Murdock Dec 11
Elon Musk's former Bel-Air home's price cut by $3M, faces foreclosure
The Bel-Air home, built by Los Angeles architect Robert Byrd, saw a price reduction from $12.95M to $9.5M, and is set to go to auction next month if it remains unsold
by Richelle Hammiel Nov 22
Casa Encantada megamansion sees $30M price cut to $165M
Casa Encantada, one of Los Angeles’ most iconic estates, has seen a dramatic price reduction from $195M to $165M just a month after the estate hit the market
by Richelle Hammiel Nov 11
$195M Bel-Air megamansion returns to the market
Built in 1937 by famed architect James E. Dolman, Casa Encantada is considered one of the most iconic estates in Los Angeles and possibly the entire country, according to the property's listing
by Richelle Hammiel Oct 16
Now a Texas license holder, Tracy Tutor has entered her cowboy era
Ahead of Inman Connect Austin next week, The Tracy Tutor Team founder dished on her transition into Texas, market challenges and hot-button issues including NAR's Clear Cooperation Policy
Elon Musk signals foreclosure on former home of Gene Wilder
An entity tied to Musk has filed a notice of default on the property, which Wilder's nephew purchased from Musk with the assistance of a loan from the Tesla CEO in 2020
by Lillian Dickerson Aug 22
EXCLUSIVE: Look inside an $18M mansion from 'Buying Beverly Hills'
An eye-popping property owned by celebrity plastic surgeon Dr. Paul Nassif will head to auction during Season 2 of the reality TV show. Will it command the desired price? An exclusive first look
by Lillian Dickerson Mar 21