$2B Pacific Sotheby's International Realty broker partners with Side
San Clemente, California's top broker, Doug Echelberger, and his team of 7 agents has moved to Side, where it will operate as Inhabit Real Estate, according to an announcement on Tuesday
by Marian McPherson Aug 4
How much does it cost to open up a new brokerage?
Don’t let the costs scare you. Your willingness to plan and prepare will contribute greatly to your success as a brokerage owner
by Kevin Woody Aug 2
Corcoran Group grows presence in NJ with 109-agent franchise
Agent David Arabia placed his newly-acquired brokerage under the Corcoran banner. Once known as Friedberg Properties & Associates, Corcoran Infinity Properties serves Bergen County buyers and sellers
by Marian McPherson May 2
Starting up and standing out as an indie brokerage
Opinion
Starting an independent real estate brokerage is challenging but rewarding. Here's how to find the right tools and platforms to help
by Jim Turner Mar 16
The Nassimi Group hitches its wagon to Douglas Elliman
Formerly an independent brokerage, The Nassimi Group has shed its indie status to become a 10-person team under Douglas Elliman. In 2022, Richard Nassimi closed $80M in sales volume
by Lillian Dickerson Mar 10
How to maintain a boutique feel as your brokerage expands
Growth is great, but a business is only as strong as its foundation. As you scale up, continue to prioritize the things that matter most — your clients, your team and your brand
What is an independent broker? Pros and cons
What does it take to be an independent real estate broker, and is it right for you? Explore the challenges and opportunities you’ll encounter when you go indie
by Christy Murdock Feb 26
Indianapolis-based indie F.C. Tucker Company launches luxury division
Having built a strong foundation of luxury agents and clients, the brokerage was emboldened to launch a luxury arm on the heels of its partnership with Howard Hanna, executives told Inman
by Lillian Dickerson Nov 11
Want more options? Make getting a brokers license your winter project
Opinion
Flexibility and agility are always useful for independent contractors. Obtaining your brokers license during your downtime gives you more professional options
by Teresa Boardman Nov 3
Top Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices team goes indie
The 15-agent Ivan Sher Group will now be known as IS LUXURY and has become an independent brokerage and a member of the Forbes Global Properties network
by Lillian Dickerson Oct 20
Buying your first vacation rental? Here's where to start
Opinion
Whether you’re starting from scratch or changing up your current strategy, vacation rentals can present a great investment opportunity. These strategies will help you and your clients make good decisions on the buy-side and while running your vacation rental
by Troy Palmquist Mar 22
Indie brokerages, here's what you're up against this year
Opinion
Although there are always external factors that threaten the success of an indie brokerage, some of the worst problems are self-inflicted
by Troy Palmquist Mar 10
Sereno partners with @properties, becomes Christie's affiliate
As a result of becoming an affiliate, the California indie will also rebrand and become known as Sereno Christie’s International Real Estate
by Jim Dalrymple II Feb 9
Battling the commission squeeze: 5 tips to make your indie brokerage more profitable
It's easy to get lost in the day-to-day of doing business. Brokerages need to keep an eye on the bottom line to stay competitive and profitable
by Ian Hoover Feb 8
5 ways to make your brokerage stand out in a crowded marketplace
Attracting buyers, sellers and new agents is about more than service. It's about capturing mindshare to stay front and center in the local market
by Mark Choey Feb 3