12 digital mortgage terms every agent should know
Mortgages are going from handshakes to webcams. Here are 12 terms that are defining industry change
by Craig C. Rowe Mar 6
The Real Word: What does Zillow's earnings mean for solo agents?
Opinion
This week, Byron Lazine and Nicole White discuss Zillow’s shareholder letter, Compass acquisitions and direct mail strategies that work
by Byron Lazine Mar 5
Keller Williams and others slam anti-LGBT letter to Florida agents
2 Orlando-area agents received the letter on Tuesday. The LGBTQ+ Real Estate Alliance called it "extremely offensive"
by Jim Dalrymple II Mar 4
How to scoop up more market share in feeder markets
Now that you've solidified your position as a go-to local agent, what's next? A natural career progression might include expanding into neighboring areas and feeder markets. Here's how to do it successfully
by Mauricio Umansky Mar 4
Compass’ path to profitability is uncertain: Mike DelPrete
Compass is losing less money per transaction as it scales, but it's still losing a lot of money, making a path to profitability uncertain
by Mike DelPrete Mar 4
Not just a home! Why lifestyle matters most in 2021
Opinion
Today’s real estate consumers believe how they live within their communities is just as important as the layout of their homes. Understanding this shift is crucial for real estate professionals. Here's why
by Scott Beaudry Mar 4
3 excuses agents make that sabotage their success
Without even realizing it, agents often get in their own way and self-sabotage their success by making excuses. As a result, they miss out on important opportunities to grow. Do any of these common excuses sound familiar?
by Kathleen Black Mar 4
7 secrets to growing a high-performing, loyal, lasting team
Opinion
High-performing teams are developed, grown and cultivated with purpose — from the inside out. Here are the common themes I see among solid teams
by Chris Pollinger Mar 4
Black Lives Matter pressured RE/MAX Platinum to fire me: Agent
Michigan Realtor Rick Beaudin alleges in a lawsuit filed against the brokerage that an 'unknown BLM representative' pressured RE/MAX of Michigan to fire the agent. The complaint lists 'Black Lives Matter Unknown Associate' as a defendant
Be your market's authority! 6 tips for getting more PR buzz
Although grounded in experience, knowledge and skill, a reputation as an authority can only come through objective, outside validation. Here are a few basic ways agents can position themselves as authority figures in their markets
by Justin Tucker Mar 3
Your deal flopped! Are you guilty of these 7 sale-killing behaviors?
Opinion
When one of your deals flops, look for what went wrong and what you can do to prevent it — and avoid making that same mistake in the future. Here are a few common deal-killing behaviors to watch out for
by Bernice Ross Mar 3
Pulse: What do clients need to know about mortgages in 2021?
In today's pandemic-stricken real estate landscape, agents have to do everything they can to educate homebuyers — especially when it comes to the mortgage market. So, what do clients need to prepare for?
by Inman Mar 3
Redfin’s bid to buy RentPath isn’t about rentals
Opinion
Of course, Redfin is making a move into the rental space. The only surprise about this acquisition should be what took so long
by Jay Thompson Mar 3