Be the solution, not the problem: 3 things agents should do daily
As tempting as it can be to sit back on your laurels, shrug your shoulders, and say, 'Oh, what can you do?' to the common challenges most real estate professionals face, now is the time to bring solutions to the table, not problems
by Victoria Kennedy Jan 19
Salary-based, tech-forward Prevu launches in Seattle
The company believes its rebate program will be attractive to homebuyers in particularly hot markets, such as Seattle, where home prices have increased 68.4% since 2016
by Craig C. Rowe Jan 19
JPAR names Mark Johnson as its new president
The company closed more than 26,000 total transactions in 2021, according to the news release. That's up from 19,787 in 2020 and 12,575 in 2019.
by Taylor Anderson Jan 18
New RE/MAX ad campaign highlights importance of agents in tough times
In honor of agents' tenacity during the pandemic, RE/MAX launched on Tuesday a new ad campaign that highlights all the hard work it takes to make consumers' dreams come true
by Marian McPherson Jan 18
Side expands into DC and Oregon
Side prides itself on letting top agents function with business autonomy atop a technology-forward support structure
by Craig C. Rowe Jan 18
Ryan Serhant's brokerage snags 2 Compass teams
The addition of the new teams brings a total of 30 agents to Serhant., representing a 35% growth of the company, according to the company
by Lillian Dickerson Jan 18
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s most challenging struggle was housing
As real estate pros, it is vital that we understand the historical context and the lasting implication of "location, location, location," especially if it is wielded to exclude, devalue or separate
by Lee Davenport Jan 17
What's her secret? 32 tips from top leaders (Part 1)
Your success in 2022 starts with you — your self-care and authenticity, your focus on what matters most to your clients and your service to your community. Here, top female leaders share their best tips on cultivating a successful and personally rewarding year
by Bernice Ross Jan 17
US home sales tally biggest drop since start of pandemic
Record-low inventory dragged home sales down by a seasonally adjusted 3.6% nationwide in December, according to a new Redfin report released Friday
by Taylor Anderson Jan 14
Independent HomeCo Chicago team joins Compass
Founded in 2019 by Haley Levine Wills and Tony Mattar, the team will operate out of Compass' Roscoe Village office
by Lillian Dickerson Jan 14
Edina Realty expands to South Dakota with Hegg acquisition
HomeServices of America subsidiary Edina Realty has acquired Hegg Realtors, the largest brokerage in South Dakota by sales volume. Hegg's 200 agents will keep their local brand
by Andrea V. Brambila Jan 14
News Quiz: Do you know the biggest stories for the week of Jan. 9?
RE/MAX, Ryan Serhant and Keller Williams made headlines this week. Test your knowledge of the week's biggest real estate stories to determine if you're up to date on the biggest industry news
by Inman Jan 14
How the industry still struggles to treat everyone's money fairly: Real (Estate) Talk
Opinion
As we approach MLK Day 2022, it's time to explore the ways the housing industry struggles with both consumers and agents being superficially and unfairly judged by their skin color and race — as well as remedies in the works
by Lee Davenport Jan 14
Compass expands its brokerage operations to New Hampshire
Compass has launched its first office in New Hampshire, according to a company announcement. Fifteen top agents will establish the brokerage's presence in Portsmouth
by Marian McPherson Jan 13
Century 21 icon Phil Yeager dead at 91
Yeager spent decades as a franchisor at Century 21, ultimately leading the brand's expansion into Latin America and Europe
by Jim Dalrymple II Jan 13
The metaverse and other realities to embrace in 2022
Don’t be threatened by new advancements that you don’t yet understand. Instead, think about their positive impact on the industry, and educate yourself on the ins and outs of virtual real estate — because your clients will be asking about it
by David Parnes AND James Harris Jan 13