Agent loses license after having someone impersonate him at online ethics course
Ang 'Leon' Li admitted that he asked a family member to pretend to be him for the CE course
by Christy Murdock Mar 13
unethical things real estate agents are doing
When the pressure to win overrides the commitment to serve clients, everyone loses
by Darryl Davis Mar 12
Fannie Mae guts ethics and internal investigations unit: WSJ report
A dozen officials in Fannie Mae's ethics and internal investigations unit were among 62 people fired on Thursday, 'The Wall Street Journal' reports, citing anonymous sources
by Matt Carter Oct 31
A picture of Taylor Swift kissing Travis Kelce with onlooking fans watching to represent Taylor Swift-level client loyalty in real estate.
Trainer Rachael Hite reflects on the core strategies that the most successful agents she knows use to drive their businesses
by Rachael Hite Aug 29
5 no-nonsense ways to stay out of court (and out of trouble)
According to coach Darryl Davis, keeping careful records, researching thoroughly and communicating regularly are your best bets for staying on the right side of the law
by Darryl Davis Jun 16
Proposed NAR hate speech changes advance to board vote
NAR's Professional Standards Committee on Tuesday moved to make the Realtor Code of Ethics applicable only to real estate-related activities. The board of directors will take a vote on Thursday
NAR President Kevin Sears: Hate speech change unrelated to Trump
CEO Nykia Wright denied what she called a 'rumor' that she had 'dismantled DEI' and said Sunday at its midyear event that NAR has to 'pick our bets' due to an expected membership drop to 1.2M
4 long-term benefits of ethical real estate leadership
Proven systems and trustworthy leadership make all the difference in building a brokerage to be proud of, The Agency's Rainy Hake Austin writes
by Rainy Hake Austin Feb 19
8 actionable ways to guide real estate clients with integrity
When clients know they can trust you, coach Darryl Davis writes, referrals flow, relationships deepen and reputations grow
by Darryl Davis Jan 28
Robert Reffkin, compass, compass ceo
Opinion
In challenging the National Association of Realtors' Clear Cooperation Policy, Robert Reffkin writes, Realtors are upholding their highest moral, ethical and legal duties to serve clients
by Robert Reffkin Sep 20
real estate business ethics and professional integrity
Discover the key principles of business ethics with Chris Pollinger. Learn how integrity, transparency and ethical decision-making elevate your career and build lasting relationships
by Chris Pollinger Sep 5
NAR board of directors votes to keep membership dues at $156
The trade group had signaled plans to raise dues in 2025, but during a board of directors meeting Thursday at the Realtors Legislative Meetings voted 894-20 to leave them as-is for another year
negative review, bad, reputation,
Your reputation precedes you in every meeting, showing and negotiation, writes coach Darryl Davis. Every interaction either enforces it or enhances it. Protect it fiercely, and nurture it carefully
by Darryl Davis Mar 9
NAR directors confront power shift as executive committee steps up
At a Friday board meeting, a member of NAR's board of directors predicted 'less authority' in 2024 as the embattled trade group's growing Executive Committee shoulders more responsibility
by Andrea V. Brambila Nov 20
Redlining, steering, misogyny and fear: How the industry lost its way
Opinion
'Our original mission was to provide shelter and security to our communities,' writes Teri Conrad, a 16-year industry vet. 'But somewhere along the way, we got lost in pursuing wealth and power'
by Teri Conrad Aug 29