3-decade veteran Michael Thorne has an 'enthusiasm for disruption'
In his latest Snapshot, Brandon Doyle learns how Canadian Realtor Michael Thorne's 30 years in real estate encompass continuous learning, adaptation and leadership
by Brandon Doyle Jan 23
10 word swaps that help your clients feel truly heard
Words are very powerful, writes broker Joseph Santini, so choose them carefully. You’ll reap the benefits of strong communication and greater success in both your business and personal life
by Joseph Santini Jan 10
Pl@tform gives @properties | Christie's International Real Estate agents a well-integrated, stable proptech foundation: Tech Review
What started in 2005 has become the foundation for what is now a multifaceted business application that can benefit all levels of agents who hang a license at an @properties | Christie’s International Real Estate office
by Craig C. Rowe Oct 27
Livian names former eXp executive Thad Fisher as SVP of Revenue
The Keller Williams mega team named Fisher, the former eXp vice president of global growth, to oversee Livian's growth strategy and market center expansion efforts
by Marian McPherson Oct 24
Real humans are better than artificial intelligence
Opinion
Although technology has its place, it simply can't compare with the human touch when it comes to marketing and running a real estate business
by Teresa Boardman Oct 12
First Community Mortgage recognized for ethical practices
Subsidiary of First Community Bank of Tennessee announced Midwest expansion in October and has also been recognized for its efforts to reach a diverse population of borrowers
by Matt Carter Nov 30
Orchard lays off 180 workers amid historic housing 'disruption'
The cuts are the second time the power buyer has reduced its workforce as the market has rapidly deteriorated this year
by Jim Dalrymple II Nov 17
Survey: Mortgage lenders missing chance to build trust with borrowers
JD Power warns that the mortgage customer experience is increasingly commoditized, with few lenders finding the right formula to be seen as trusted advisers
by Matt Carter Nov 10
Borrower surveys pinpoint closings as problem area for lenders
Investments lenders have made to streamline the application process seem to be paying off, but surveys show borrowers are still tripped up by document collection and closings
by Matt Carter Aug 30
'Consolidation is a natural maturation of this industry': Baur
Jason Gesing, York Baur, Sara Bonert and Greg Robertson gathered on the Inman Connect stage in Las Vegas to work through their issues with industry consolidation in the technology sector
by Craig C. Rowe Aug 5
Most Americans think now is the time to buy homes. Here's their logic
Out of 1,000 homeowners and 1,000 renters participating, 56% or 6 of every 10 Americans think 'right now' is a great time to buy a home, according to OnePoll on behalf of Lower
by Ben Verde Jul 21
Connecting with Veronica Figueroa
Ahead of Inman Connect, the eXp Realty team leader says agents have the chance to offer service that keeps clients coming back
5 do's and don'ts of navigating 'the homebody economy'
Navigating the homebody economy is new for all of us, but success will come when you get back to the basics: Offer something people need, meet them where they are, save them time and money, and design with humans at heart
Stay above the fray: 3 ways to raise the bar in real estate
Opinion
To help consumers, you must first be a good neighbor
by Rachael Hite Jan 13