'Trying to save my life': San Diego broker shares ovarian cancer fight
The diagnosis turned TriSon RoeCo Investments owner Danielle Thompson's life upside down in February. She shares her struggle to get diagnosed, keep her business afloat and reach remission
by Marian McPherson Dec 14
Redfin expands commission-based model in Southern California
New commission-based model, Redfin Next, is now available to agents in San Diego and Orange County. Agents keep their W-2 status and benefits while getting commission splits of up to 75%
by Marian McPherson Dec 12
Americans' average mortgage payment falls $164 in November
A dip in the weekly average for 30-year mortgage rates dropped the average mortgage payment to $2,575 in November, and homebuyers are taking advantage
by Marian McPherson Nov 30
Home prices climb higher for 7th straight month, led by Detroit
National home prices climbed 3.9% from a year earlier in September and were up 0.7% from the previous month. Detroit was the market with the highest price growth, followed by San Diego
by Ben Verde Nov 28
Feeling a little nervous? Here's how to recession-proof your business
If a recession comes, writes Jimmy Burgess, keep in mind that it is not just a time of challenges but also of opportunities. Here he lays out ways to lead gen and lead nurture now
by Jimmy Burgess Nov 16
Mark McLaughlin: Client trust is all that matters — all else is 'noise'
Compass' chief real estate strategist speaks this week at the Compass RETREAT on 'The Future of the Industry and Client Representation.' In a recent conversation, he shared his insights
by Lillian Dickerson Nov 16
Robert Reffkin: What we have now is a 'connection issue'
In a keynote address at Compass RETREAT on Tuesday, the CEO stressed getting back to basics, forging sincere connections with clients as key to surviving and thriving in the current market
by Lillian Dickerson Nov 15
What to expect at Compass' annual RETREAT in San Diego this week
Throughout the week, RETREAT attendees will learn how to develop new business tactics, wield technology more efficiently and stay afloat as guidance around commissions changes in 2024
by Lillian Dickerson Nov 14
Real caps its RISE event by announcing more agent benefits
According to CEO Tamir Poleg, the brokerage company is seeking to provide retirement planning tools and recognize agent contributions 'even after they are no longer actively selling real estate'
by Craig C. Rowe Oct 25
Real rebrand is focused on putting the consumer first
On the same day it announced the start of operations in its 50th state, Nebraska, the Real Brokerage revealed a new brand position at its annual RISE event in San Diego
by Craig C. Rowe Oct 24
New consumer app, agent financial health focus of Real conference
At its RISE 2023 conference, Real Brokerage announced a consumer-facing search app that will link homebuyers to agents and its mortgage program
by Craig C. Rowe Oct 23
9 tips for maintaining a healthy relationship with your phone
Broker Pam Blair writes that, although you need your phone to keep in touch with clients and colleagues, it's vital to set appropriate and healthy boundaries around screen time
by Pam Blair Oct 23
Automated home inspections
The company was named to the 2025 NAR REACH class, expanding to multiple markets, preparing to scale quickly
by Craig C. Rowe Oct 13
Teams Spotlight: Jason Mitchell Group
Scott Degnan, California division president of Jason Mitchell Group, offers advice and insights on the advantages of working with a team
by Christy Murdock Oct 5
Splitero no longer accepting shared equity applications
In a separate announcement, San Diego-based fintech announces launch of new real estate brokerage, Splitero Homes, to help homeowners in 4 states 'sell for the highest price'
by Matt Carter Oct 3