Opinion
The Real Word: Are you using these bidding war strategies?
This week, Byron Lazine and Nicole White discuss how increasing lumber costs are affecting buyers, bidding war tactics and how YouTubers are influencing the housing market
by Byron Lazine May 7
Bubble Trouble: The impending 'bubble burst' is mythical at best
For those who believe an impending doom is on the horizon, here is some bad news: It's not going to happen. In this second of two opposing opinion pieces on the housing crash, Matthew Gardner shares why we won't see any mythical bubble bursting
by Matthew Gardner May 7
EXp World Holdings reports first quarter revenue of $583.3M, big 115% jump over 2020
EXp World Holdings reported a strong Q1 2021, according to an earnings release on Thursday. The company grew on all levels while maintaining profitability
by Marian McPherson May 6
Want to reach peak performance? 5 habits to get you there
There are so many ways for agents to be productive in this business. Here, Brittney Pino, top producer and broker-owner, shares her tried-and-true tips for achieving and maintaining your highest potential
by Ryan Rodenbeck May 6
Divorcing? Here's what agents should know about spousal, child support
For salaried employees, child or spousal support depends on the parties' combined income. However, for agents with fluctuating income based on commissions, how is that support figure calculated?
by David Glass May 6
Opinion
Sorting through pandemic predictions: What held true?
With the pandemic winding down in most parts of the country, one broker-owner is looking back at some assumptions made about real estate last year. Which predictions were untrue, and which were right on the money?
by Teresa Boardman May 6
Opinion
Bubble Trouble: The housing crash will be even worse than I predicted
This is the homeseller market crash. Inventory is at historic lows, affordability is rapidly eroding, and rates are climbing
by Chris Drayer May 6
Redfin reports $268M in revenue in first quarter, 40% jump over same period last year
CEO Glenn Kelman said Wednesday that the company is 'just about hitting on all cylinders' after hiring more agents and lenders
by Jim Dalrymple II May 5
Flat-fee brokerage Houwzer expands into Tampa
This will be the brokerage's second foray into Florida, after moving into Orlando in the summer of 2020
by Lillian Dickerson May 5
Utah-based Cairn Real Estate Holdings acquires JPAR
The newly combined forces of Cairn Real Estate Holdings and JP & Associates Realtors will yield a workforce of more than 3,300 agents in 61 offices across 23 states
by Lillian Dickerson May 5
Pulse: What's your top tip for second-homebuyers?
With lockdowns and remote work becoming the norm, it's no surprise demand for second homes spiked during the pandemic. So, how are you helping buyers wanting to purchase getaways right now?
by Inman May 5
Opinion
You see another agent's for-sale sign in your neighbor's yard. Now what?
Losing a listing is tough, but it’s not the end of the world. Keep your professionalism front and center, learn from this experience, and incorporate that learning so it’s less likely to happen in the future
by Jay Thompson May 5
Compass faces another 'theft of trade secrets' lawsuit
A Pennsylvania-based Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate affiliate has filed a lawsuit against Compass for helping a former agent breach several covenants, including non-disclosure, non-competition and non-solicitation
by Marian McPherson May 4