Her-story: 13+ books (by women) that real estate pros recommend

These might not be your typical real estate reads, but agents assure us there is a lesson to be learned for every type of agent within the pages of these books. Here’s a round-up of some of the top books by women — in her own words — recommended by re… Continue reading

Hollywood agents (ranked), finding inventory now, essential daily habits: Inman’s Top 5 this week

Looking for a quick catch-up on the buzziest stories of the past seven days? Here’s Inman Top 5, the most essential stories of the week, according to Inman readers. Continue reading

Home prices may be ‘unhinged’ from fundamentals, Fed analysts say

For months, the rise in home prices was in line with underlying indicators. Now, it may have gone too far, a Dallas Fed report suggests. Continue reading

A record-breaking new build in the Panhandle: The moves behind the transaction

Engel & Völkers’ Beau Blankenship says he attributes selling a mid-construction home at a record-breaking price point in the Florida Panhandle to having a strong network, acquiring a good share of listings in his market, and representing a unique … Continue reading

Century 21 adds luxury franchise in Chicago’s greater North Shore

Global franchise Century 21 has added a new luxury franchise office to its ranks in Northfield, Illinois, that will serve the village of Northfield and the entire North Shore market, the brand announced on Thursday. Continue reading

Long & Foster joins the Forbes Global Properties network

Long & Foster will represent Forbes Global Properties in the Washington, D.C., region, as well as parts of Maryland, Virginia, Delaware, New Jersey and Pennsylvania, as the newly founded luxury real estate marketplace continues its expansion. Continue reading

No commission is worth your well-being. Tips and tech for agent safety

Despite the expectation of assumed trust between two parties in a business transaction, even those met at previous showings, real estate agents are always at risk when in the act of doing their job. Continue reading