Here are a few strategies some indie brokers are implementing to try and keep their company's culture going strong in a largely remote work world
by Lillian Dickerson Nov 30
People who have done deals with CoStar, or had a catbird seat in CEO Andy Florance's business dealings, say he's cunning, ruthless and plays to win. Sounds like Zillow, right?
by Brad Inman Nov 30
The Pending Home Sales Index, an indicator of future sales based on contract signings, rose 20.2% from October 2019, according to the National Association of Realtors
by Patrick Kearns Nov 30
Japanese insurance giant Mitsui Sumitomo is injecting funds into the company's efforts to usher its insurance product into more than 95% of US households
Though still relatively rare today, some agents foresee a future in which buyers are more directly responsible for their agents' commissions. That could pose a challenge for buyers — though some agents have already figured out solutions
by Jim Dalrymple II Nov 30
We're all doing business from behind our screens this year, but that doesn't mean we should give up the relationship element of a real estate transaction. Here's how to add a human touch to your communication
by Angelica Olmsted Nov 30
Before moving on to another destination, here are a few things buyers should consider as they wade through their options
by Cara Ameer Nov 30
Correspondence is an art, not a science, but these tips will help make your client thank-you notes (and videos) easier to create
by Christy Murdock Nov 29
To make the most of their time, agents need to hit the restart button now — before jumping into the new year. Cross out these actionable items, and you'll kick off 2021 right
by Mayleene DeFreece Nov 28
Opinion
Multifaceted technology service helps agents market and manage their digital footprint with tools for social media, contact sharing and profile monitoring
by Craig C. Rowe Nov 27
Home office as becoming a must-have in today's environment. So, this week, John Clancy digs into the trend, discussing the upgrades and new technology homeowners should invest in for a more seamless at-home working experience
by Brandon Doyle Nov 27
Opinion
This week, Byron Lazine and Nicole White discuss why agents need to verify their sources, how to update a home and holiday emails
by Byron Lazine Nov 27
Opinion
Even in the midst of adversity, we still have so much for which to be thankful
by Troy Palmquist Nov 26
Brad Inman sat down with Florance to talk about CoStar's business model, plans for Homesnap and a possible CoreLogic deal. By popular demand, we've transcribed the interview
by Inman Nov 25
With bidding wars, appraisal waivers and an influx of out-of-state buyers, new demand for high-end real estate is raising the specter of an unbridled luxury market, agents said
In addition to title fraud, a new report by FundingShield also noted a 90% increase in state licensing issues between the second and third quarters of 2020
by Lillian Dickerson Nov 25