Nester unites nerds and contractors, lifts curtain on housing costs
The startup company's model is yet another great example of how real estate market and consumer services data can coalesce to improve how buyers and sellers respond to the market
by Craig C. Rowe Oct 3
Massachusetts broker gets 2.5 years for $1.8M homebuyer scheme
Former Massachusetts broker Michael Flavin will serve 30 months in federal prison for convincing buyers to give him deposits for homes that were not for sale
by Marian McPherson Oct 3
Gilded Age mansion breaks Fifth Ave. townhouse record in $50M sale
The Beaux-Arts-style townhouse had not traded hands in over 75 years and set a price record for any townhouse sold on Fifth Avenue, according to Douglas Elliman Realty
by Lillian Dickerson Sep 29
Gary Keller has a theory about what a successful agent’s day looks like
Real estate agents don't have to be on edge all the time to be top performers — as long as they nail this part of the day, Gary Keller said Wednesday at Keller Williams' Mega Camp event
by Daniel Houston Aug 25
Gary Keller nudges agents to keep slowdown in perspective
The founder of Keller Williams reminds agents that it's still a seller's market and stresses lead generation amid the ongoing slowdown
by Daniel Houston Aug 23
Walkthrough woes: 7 things that cause pre-closing stress
By the time buyers attend the final walkthrough, they may be stressed out and nitpicking. Here are the items that may set them off, along with ways to offset their frustrations
by Cara Ameer Aug 8
Are you geared up for a down market? 
Opinion
If you haven’t experienced a buyer’s market before, everything you know about selling real estate is about to be turned upside down. Here's how to weather a downturn and keep your business moving forward
by Bernice Ross Aug 3
Don't leave money on the table: 3 tips for listing agents in a cooling market
Opinion
Lady luck has nothing to do with that stellar price that smart agents snag for their sellers. Here are just a few strategies to help your sellers come out on top in this cooling market
by Julie Busby Jul 7
Buyers are still competing. Here's how to best help them
Opinion
Everyone understands a buyer can get cold feet or buyer’s remorse in a changing market, so demonstrating commitment is paramount
by Mark Choey Jul 1
Shut the front door! This 1 design choice can net sellers $6,500 more
Homebuyers love bold neutrals on front doors, while they eschew unorthodox shades like pink and cement grey, according to survey results released Thursday by Zillow
by Marian McPherson Jun 23
BidMyListing aims to win listing leads with direct payments to sellers
Fresh off a $5M seed round in April, the Altman Brothers-endorsed startup is banking on the idea that the industry will see its bidding process as a more direct marketing expense
by Craig C. Rowe Jun 23
What other agents are highlighting (and hiding) in listing photos
Using fancy computer techniques, researchers analyzed more than 14,000 photos of homes for sale. From bedrooms to decks, here are the most popular features
by Daniel Houston Jun 22
Jackie Louh promoted to COO of Lamacchia Realty
Louh has held several positions since joining the brokerage, launching her career as a listing agent before shifting into management roles including vice president of business development
by Ben Verde Jun 10
5 gentle prospecting ideas for your team 
Soft skills can help maintain "good vibes" and stave away dated sales scripts that deter clients. These gentle prospecting tips can help you and your team sell homes with heart over hustle
by Darryl Davis Jun 9
Stop, look, listen: Focus on what sellers are NOT saying at listing presentations
Opinion
Clients tell you so much, not only with what they say but how they decorate, how they interact with each other and what they don’t say. If you’re not actively listening and asking questions from the beginning, it will come back to bite you later in the process.
by Christine Carr May 24