Opinion
Compliance expert Summer Goralik shares a fictional yearbook of 'Real Estate High,' because sometimes the best way to understand the industry is to take it back to homeroom
by Summer Goralik Jun 11
Opinion
As Hall Willkie steps into a consultant role at Brown Harris Stevens, CEO Bess Freedman reflects on the impact of her mentor
by Bess Freedman Jun 9
Opinion
To repeal a rule that was only optional to begin with is not a repeal of anything, and based on its timing, it comes off as a desperate play for attention, Spencer Krull writes
by Spencer Krull Jun 9
Opinion
Transcendence, like falling in love, grabs hold when buyers find a home they adore, Brad Inman writes of the San Francisco condo he bought and the beloved West Hollywood home he just sold
by Brad Inman May 21
Opinion
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by Daniel Houston May 20
Opinion
Real estate pros have let tech platforms and restrictive policies chip away at agent value for too long, coach Darryl Davis writes. Let the people who earn the listing own the lead
by Darryl Davis May 20
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
Opinion
Is dual agency fair to buyers, sellers and agents? In the age of private listing networks, Spencer Krull writes, it's worth examining who the practice benefits
by Spencer Krull May 12
Opinion
Many agents work with sellers to make presale updates or help buyers decide on a home because of its renovation potential. Trump's tariffs could make those pitches harder to land
by Craig C. Rowe May 9
Opinion
According to managing broker Spencer Krull, with mandatory buyer-broker agreements, it's time for NAR to get rid of the 'participation trophy' of procuring cause
by Spencer Krull May 7
Opinion
Many agents lack structure and support, branding expert Alyssa Stalker writes, but what they need is real business mentorship, repeatable systems, ongoing marketing education and more
by Alyssa Stalker May 6
Opinion
While we’ve been distracted by policy fights, lawsuits and finger-pointing, Zillow has executed a master plan to become the dominant force for real estate needs, coach Darryl Davis writes
by Darryl Davis May 1
Opinion
What the rest of this year will look like under Trump 2.0 with regard to real estate is anyone’s guess. Cara Ameer breaks down the possibilities, problems and opportunities
by Cara Ameer Apr 29
Opinion
The longer real estate professionals let Zillow define the rules, the harder it becomes to take our industry back, coach Darryl Davis writes
by Darryl Davis Apr 24
Opinion
Fair housing is not just about reacting to injustice anymore, LIBOR CEO Doreen Spagnuolo writes. It's about proactively building a better future
by Doreen Spagnuolo Apr 23
Opinion
As civic rights deteriorate, it's essential for Realtors to hold the line and ensure equitable access to housing for all, Sean Frank writes
by Sean Frank Apr 23