Fathom Realty trims its losses during Q2 as agent count grows

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Fathom logged a net loss of $4.3 million during the second quarter, an improvement over the $5.7 million loss logged during the first quarter, according to its earnings report released Wednesday. Continue reading →

Agents and loan officers need to end the animosity, panel says

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“There needs to be a little more respect” between real estate agents and loan officers, panelists Padi Goodspeed, Kathy Helbig-Strick and Katie Sweeney discussed at Inman Connect Las Vegas. Continue reading →

Judge balks at ‘unusual’ MLS settlement in commission case

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Judge Patti Saris, of the U.S. District Court in Massachusetts, said she “loved” the commission rule changes the deal includes, but didn’t think the litigation fund was fair for plaintiffs. Continue reading →

The 2 main paths to brokerage growth in a down market

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Every broker wants to recruit top agents. But what works when transactions are scarce? Two real estate professionals shared their thoughts Wednesday at Inman Connect Las Vegas. Continue reading →

How to ‘attract’ agents instead of ‘recruiting’ them

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The key to success in attracting and retaining good agents lies in large part on a broker’s mindset, speakers said Wednesday at Inman Connect Las Vegas. And adopting a “we” instead of a “me” attitude. Continue reading →

Give ‘incredible insights’: Industry pros should be armed with data

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At a time when demand for loans has shriveled, Polygon Research CEO Val Buresch argued at Inman Connect Las Vegas on Wednesday that open communication will help people take action. Continue reading →

Side’s Guy Gal: Boutiques are primed to thrive in any market

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At Inman Connect Las Vegas on Wednesday, Guy Gal outlined the three major reasons he sees boutique agencies as uniquely positioned for success in all kinds of markets. Continue reading →

Jon Cheplak doles out tough love to brokers on agent attrition

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“Stop interviewing,” Cheplak urged. “You need to interrogate.” The real estate coach and leadership expert shared advice Wednesday at Inman Connect Las Vegas. Continue reading →

‘Run for the fire’ Liz Gehringer shares advice for a downturn

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“This is not a time to stabilize. If you stabilize in a market like now you’re going to fall behind. You have to grow,” Redfin’s Jason Aleem said at Inman Connect Las Vegas Wednesday. Continue reading →