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Some agents were shocked, but those working inside Compass generally agreed that the deal gives the combined firms increased bargaining power
by Lillian Dickerson Sep 22
Competition, discretion drive lux agents to embrace private listings
How crucial off-market listing networks are to luxury agents may depend in part on their geographical market. In the current debate, there are still agents firmly planted on both sides
by Lillian Dickerson Jul 29
Anywhere cuts earnings estimate by 10% amid sluggish 2025 sales
Anywhere now expects to earn as much as 10% less in the second quarter of 2025 than it projected in April, according to a new SEC filing. The company's stock price fell sharply in early trading hours
by Taylor Anderson Jun 17
Compass scoops up Seattle luxury agent Brian D. Hopper
Hopper previously worked at Sotheby's, and also spent many years working professionally as a firefighter. He joins Compass at a time of growth for the brokerage
by Jim Dalrymple II Jun 6
How NAR, MLSs and Zillow use market power to serve themselves
Opinion
Think these real estate industry mainstays are doing what's best for members and real estate pros? Think again, authors and agents Hans and Steve Wydler write
by Hans Wydler AND Steve Wydler May 19
Rila Auctions launches to offer transparent bidding, access
'After working with several auction platforms, I realized there was an opportunity to create a smarter, more transparent solution that puts agents and sellers first': Ben Bacal
by Craig C. Rowe Apr 14
Concierge Auctions launches new division focused on luxury condos
The division is led by new dev marketing vets Louise and Paul Sunshine and will provide developers and financial institutions with an alternative to the traditional sales market
by Lillian Dickerson Mar 21
Concierge Auctions, Luxury Presence form strategic initiative
'This partnership underscores our commitment to providing cutting-edge resources to help our agents thrive in the digital landscape and reach their most discerning clients' — Chad Roffers
by Craig C. Rowe Jan 30
Shifting ground rules driving real estate brokerage consolidation
As the industry continues to evolve, smaller brokers are going to need to think about how to increase profitability, and that often requires scale, said BHGRE President Ginger Wilcox
by Matt Carter Jan 24
New agent guide to leveraging non-contingent offers in a hot market
Investor Zain Jaffer offers tips for conducting due diligence and presenting a competitive offer that's unencumbered by contingencies
by Zain Jaffer Jan 7
What real estate agents can learn from the sale of a $6.2M banana
Value is not in the object itself, it’s in the perception, author and coach Darryl Davis writes. Your worth as an agent is defined by how you position yourself and your services (and it’s priceless)
by Darryl Davis Nov 27
Bend Sotheby’s group takes $100M team and launches new brokerage
Sam DeLay and Cole Billings led the No. 2 team in Bend for volume among medium teams and No. 1 for sides with 112 last year. They're launching their brokerage on the Side platform
by Taylor Anderson Nov 12
Auction site bids to attract buyers amid commission changes
'We offer a single-page, non-exclusive agency agreement with a flat $4,995 agency fee bonus if sellers provide compensation': Rock Smart Realty's RJ Timlin
by Craig C. Rowe Aug 8