7 crisis management tips for handling commission uncertainty

The critical difference between survival and downfall during turbulent times, such as the commission lawsuits, is effective crisis management, Keller Williams’ Julia Lashay Isreal writes. Continue reading

Pacaso is now offering shares in homes for as little as $130K

The new price point marks a strategy shift for the company, which buys homes in vacation markets, converts them into LLCs and sells shares to up to eight buyers. Continue reading

Mastering Social Media with Sotheby’s International Realty

In this hour session Sotheby’s International Realty will explore what has worked for the three brokers to grow their business and drive leads with their online personalities. Pull back the curtain on approaches to social marketing Explore panelist phil… Continue reading

The Agency opened 12 new offices in Q1 amid rush of global expansion

The luxury brokerage’s first-quarter activity has spanned the U.S., Canada, Mexico, the Caribbean, Spain, and most recently Edmonton, in Canada’s Alberta province, the brokerage announced Tuesday. Continue reading

‘NAR’s days are numbered’: Ben Belack of ‘Buying Beverly Hills’

The Agency’s Ben Belack shares his thoughts on NAR settlement news, the current industry landscape and the American Real Estate Association ahead of Season 2 of the popular Netflix real estate reality TV show. Continue reading

Corcoran launches first franchise in Oregon, with emphasis on Portland

Corcoran Prime is owned and led by Becky Jackson, and the franchise boasts approximately two dozen agents and staff with services across greater Portland, according to an announcement. Continue reading

Rent is now more affordable than buying in every major US market

Austin and Seattle were the friendliest cities for renters as the monthly mortgage payment on a starter home in each of the top 50 cities soared above the average rent by more than $1,000. Continue reading

US home price growth accelerates in January at fastest pace since ’22

The S&P Core Logic Case-Schiller National Home Price Index tallied a 6 percent annual increase in January, reaching its fastest annual rate in more than a year, according to data released Tuesday. Continue reading

Dave Liniger celebrates 50 years of RE/MAX in book ‘The Perfect 10’

In his second book, “The Perfect 10,” RE/MAX co-founder and Chairman Dave Liniger leans on 50 years at the brokerage’s helm to offer keys for leading during moments of intense change. Continue reading

Former Keller Williams agents sue over profit share changes

One of the class-action suits seeks $250 million in damages while the other is asking the court for a preliminary injunction stopping Keller Williams from distributing profit share payments. Continue reading