EXp promotes Troy Palmquist to VP of growth and product marketing

Industry veteran and DOORA co-founder Troy Palmquist has been promoted from eXp’s director of growth to the VP growth and product marketing. Palmquist joined eXp in 2023. Continue reading

These 12 real estate startups will vie for $15K at NAR’s ‘Pitch Battle’

The contestants, several of which are powered by AI, offer 3D-printed homes, a tool to identify at-risk homes and mortgage loan readiness assistance, among other products. Continue reading

‘Irrebuttable’ sales claims trap brokerages in settlement limbo

Several brokerages reported transacting over $2 billion in sales in 2022. After the NAR settlement made that an undesirable number, some are stuck and trying to figure out how to move forward. Continue reading

MaverickRE ushers in the era of AI sales coaching: Tech Review

MaverickRE is an artificial intelligence solution for helping train and analyze the performance of real estate sales professionals. Continue reading

11 things to know before launching as a luxury real estate agent

If you’ve been looking to position yourself within the luxury niche, luxury consultant Chris Pollinger writes, the journey will be both challenging and, potentially, rewarding. Continue reading

Nan & Co launches auction division with FasciaBlaster mansion

Houston-based Nan & Company Properties has launched an auction division, with the initial bidding centered on a Friendswood mansion, the company announced. Continue reading

Regulators modernizing giant database of mortgage pros

Launched in the midst of the 2008 financial crisis to weed out bad actors, the Nationwide Multistate Licensing System & Registry (NMLS) is scheduled to be updated this weekend as part of a long-term modernization project. Continue reading

SERHANT. welcomes the True North Team from Compass

The firm also recently brought on former Corcoran Rookie of the Year Eric Shostak, in addition to the top-earning team, Inman has learned. Continue reading

Yes, you can talk politics on social media. Here’s how

Is it still impolite to talk about politics? Maybe not, and social media expert Jessi Healey says talking about it might gain you more followers than you think. Continue reading

7 things that are a complete waste of time (but agents still do them)

Are you spending time on things that simply don’t matter to your professional growth or the growth of your business? Jimmy Burgess offers a list of things you may be doing that are counter-productive. Continue reading