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
Inman expands awards program to honor future leaders, AI trailblazers
Nominations are now open in 4 awards categories for 2024, including a slate of new honors meant to spotlight achievements in artificial intelligence and recognize real estate's emerging leaders
by Inman Dec 12
9 telltale signs it's time for a marketing refresh
The Agency President Rainy Hake Austin outlines the factors that offer an early indication it's time to rethink and switch up your marketing strategy for the new year
by Rainy Hake Austin Dec 12
Top New Jersey agent Roi Klipper joins Corcoran Infinity Properties
Klipper, who previously worked under the Christie's International Real Estate banner, where he inked more than $46M in deals last year, will be based out of Corcoran's Bergen County branch
by Ben Verde Dec 11
It's not about you! Promote yourself without the sales schmaltz
Want to highlight yourself and your business without sounding self-centered? Sotheby's Nikki Beauchamp shares tips for effectively blending dual promotion with self promotion
by Nikki Beauchamp Dec 11
More than a donation: This team bet big on charitable partnerships
Broker Julie Busby shares the how and why of her brand's partnership with the Greater Chicago Food Depository and the impact it has had on agents, clients and the community
by Julie Busby Dec 11
5 ways to develop team and brokerage resilience
According to consultant and strategist Kelly Rae White, resilient operations and organizations are better able to take advantage of demand surges and power through downturns
by Kelly Rae White Dec 11
EXp Luxury celebrates its newest phase of international expansion
In addition to launching in Australia and New Zealand, the virtual brokerage also expanded its luxury program into South Africa and the United Kingdom
5 steps to nail your end-of-year recruitment goals
Consultant Diana Zaya writes that effective winter recruitment requires a structured process, diverse resources and effectively communicating your brokerage's value proposition
by Diana Zaya Dec 8
Redfin rolls out AI-enhanced digital self-staging tool for homebuyers
In partnership with Roomvo, the brokerage and search portal's new Redfin Redesign tool grants homebuyers the ability to alter room finishes while alerting agents to a buyer's growing interest
by Craig C. Rowe Dec 8
Last straw? 12 things to consider before ditching your brokerage
With words of wisdom from Charlie Munger, Simon Sinek and even Friedrich Nietzsche, team leader Carl Medford looks at 12 reasons to quit a job and 12 ways to fight that impulse
by Carl Medford Dec 8
KW begins notifying former agents of profit-sharing cuts
Former Keller Williams personnel have received letters noting that some individuals' profit share earnings could be reduced from 100% to 5%
by Jim Dalrymple II Dec 7
Broker Spotlight: Nick Zawitz, The Agency Cleveland
Find out how managing broker Nick Zawitz and his brokerage are sharing the good news about his market, which he calls one of residential real estate's 'best-kept secrets'
by Christy Murdock Dec 7
10 things to do when your real estate team isn't vibing
Need to get everybody in your organization rowing in the same direction? Nikki Beauchamp shares strategies to improve the vibe for your crew
by Nikki Beauchamp Dec 7
Everybody but the Chiefs: 4 Kansas City real estate teams join Real
Joining the fast-moving, tech-forward brokerage are Group O’Dell Real Estate Team, The Andy Blake Group, Applebaum KC Homes and Long Real Estate, all of the greater KC metro area
by Craig C. Rowe Dec 6
KW Command's AI update will now generate ad campaigns for users
One of the most notable updates to this round of Command improvements is the use of ChatGPT to create advertising creative to bolster listing ad campaigns
by Craig C. Rowe Dec 6