The New Normal: What if agent pay was more than just commissions?
Commissions are still king, but more and more agents are looking for alternative revenue streams in the form of stocks and profit sharing
by Jim Dalrymple II May 26
Utah-based Cairn Real Estate Holdings acquires JPAR
The newly combined forces of Cairn Real Estate Holdings and JP & Associates Realtors will yield a workforce of more than 3,300 agents in 61 offices across 23 states
HomeServices of America once again tops Real Trends 500
The Berkshire Hathaway company had the most transaction sides in 2020, though Realogy Brokerage Group did the most volume. Several newer tech-focused companies also had good showings
by Jim Dalrymple II Mar 25
Former Real Trends executives launch new consulting firm
Former Real Trends President Steve Murray, along with former Real Trends Vice President Scott Wright, will now lead RTC Consulting. The firm will advise real estate companies as they navigate things like mergers and acquisitions
by Jim Dalrymple II Jan 26
A comprehensive list of 2024 real estate events
The real estate conference has kicked back into high gear. Check out our extensive list of events, data drops and Realtor conventions scheduled for 2024
by Daniel Houston Jan 18
Top-ranked BHHS Fox and Roach team moves to Keller Williams
Keller Williams announced the move of Erica Deuschle and her 10-person team on Tuesday
Will Realogy's hot streak extend into 2021? 5 things to watch
The company rode the hot market to a record-setting quarter. Here are the challenges that stand in the way of that success continuing into the new year
by Patrick Kearns Dec 29
Soaring stock, growing agent count: What to watch as eXp enters 2021
With its virtual orientation, eXp Realty benefited in 2020 from a work landscape that emphasized going remote. Observers expect it to continue thriving in 2021
by Jim Dalrymple II Dec 23
5 big challenges Keller Williams faces in 2021
The company will aim to take a bigger piece of the pie through a la carte services to agents and a more streamlined consumer experience. But a focus on tech may not be enough
by Andrea V. Brambila Dec 22
Can Compass deliver in 2021? Here are 5 things to watch
The company needs to navigate a successful public offering all while retaining agents and delivering on its tech promises
by Patrick Kearns Dec 15
HousingWire acquires real estate ranking firm Real Trends
Real Trends President Steve Murray will continue on as a senior adviser. Real Trends will also continue producing its annual real estate rankings
by Jim Dalrymple II Dec 9
5 things to watch for as Redfin heads into 2021
Redfin's iBuying program and ancillary services should continue to be important parts of the company's expansion. It'll also have to contend with flashy rivals and a fair housing lawsuit
by Jim Dalrymple II Dec 7
Virtual brokerage Real announces $20M funding round
The $20 million equity investment deal will enable Real to improve its mobile app and expand its footprint to 50 states and several international markets
by Marian McPherson Dec 3
Latter & Blum acquires top Louisiana rival Gardner Realtors
The acquisition further entrenches Latter & Blum's position as the biggest real estate brokerage in the Gulf South
by Patrick Kearns Dec 2
The Joyce Rey Team is 'very optimistic about summer demand'
Joyce Rey and Stephen Apelian of the Joyce Rey Team in Los Angeles have been using 3D and video tours during the pandemic and anticipate a strong summer market ahead
by Lillian Dickerson Jul 20