Lake Homes Realty debuts new logo, announces 2022 'Agent of the Year'
The brokerage unveiled its modern new logo at its National Agents Summit last week in Birmingham, Alabama, and announced Mike Goins of Lake Conroe, Texas, as Agent of the Year
by Lillian Dickerson Oct 11
Maryland-based Keller Williams firm adds exec with luxury cred
Lesli Akers, a former president of KW Luxury Homes International, will serve as the strategic growth officer for Lucido Global, the company announced last week on social media
by Daniel Houston Oct 11
3 essentials for your all-hands-on-deck marketing meeting
Opinion
Brokers and team leaders know they need to adjust the sails of their marketing strategy for the remainder of the year and beyond. Review these essential points and head into your next marketing meeting prepared and with a fresh plan
by Rachael Hite Oct 11
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Finding and retaining the right talent to manage your investments is a fine art. Personality, work ethic and heart are key factors that these recruiters will not compromise on
by Michael Zaransky Oct 11
The Agency launches new market in La Jolla, San Diego
The office marks the company's 63rd location overall and 21st office in the state of California. Mike Schwartz, formerly of Compass, will lead the office's operations as regional manager
by Lillian Dickerson Oct 10
Opendoor, Offerpad, Redfin shares hit all-time lows on Wall Street
Shares in Opendoor, Offerpad and Redfin all just hit all-time low prices. The milestones come after months of declines for companies across the real estate space
by Jim Dalrymple II Oct 7
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Calling it a 'kickback scheme,' HomeOpenly owner Dmitry Shkipin told the FHFA to ban referral fees charged by online brokerages — including Zillow — that don't actually buy and sell property
7 essential types of writing every busy real estate agent should learn
You may not have gotten into real estate because of a love of writing but that doesn't mean you can't learn to express yourself with skill and confidence
by Christy Murdock Oct 7
Hurricane Ian's devastating impact on Florida housing: The Real Word
Opinion
This week, the impact of Hurricane Ian on Florida housing, property description mistakes and how Fed policies will affect the housing market this winter
by Byron Lazine Oct 6
Redfin adds down payment assistance feature to website
Starting Thursday, homebuyers can scout down payment assistance programs on Redfin listings, thanks to the brokerage's new partnership with Down Payment Resource
by Marian McPherson Oct 6
Compass denies reports of private equity takeover
An Insider report published Wednesday cites 3 unnamed sources who said Vista Equity along with another private equity company could be involved in a deal to take the brokerage private
by Ben Verde Oct 6
The Agency launches newest location in The Bahamas
This marks the company's 41st global franchise and its 3rd location in the Caribbean, following Turks and Caicos and the Cayman Islands. Managing Director Danny Lowe will lead efforts there
Broker Spotlight: Megan Sullivan, @properties Indianapolis
This week the Broker Spotlight shines on Indiana managing broker Megan Sullivan of @properties Indianapolis
by Christy Murdock Oct 6
This summer, learn how to help clients buy or sell a vacation home
Buying or selling a vacation home will likely be one of the biggest financial decisions in your client’s life, according to CFP Jordan Curnutt, and could be one of the best decisions they make
by Jordan Curnutt Oct 6
How to give peer-to-peer feedback that sharpens skills and doesn't sting
While people dread giving and receiving feedback, it can be one of the most powerful tools for improving professional performance
by Michael Zaransky Oct 6
Ribbon expands footprint in Arkansas, Colorado and Illinois
In Hot Springs, Arkansas, Ribbon will work with agents at Crye-Leike, which also partnered with Ribbon when it launched services in Alabama
by Matt Carter Oct 5