Compass agents launch BDG Partners in Tennessee

Compass agents have united to launch BDG Partners, a full-service team based in Nashville, Tennessee, with the addition of real estate veteran Grant Hammond, the firm announced. Continue reading

Lake Tahoe mansion makes a splash with $47.5M sale

Blockchains founder Jeffrey Berns is the seller. The home is one of the priciest to sell on Lake Tahoe and features 150 feet of lake frontage as well as a boat lift and shared deep water pier. Continue reading

Zillow hires former PayPal exec to lead agent sales team

Zillow is continuing its leadership shuffle, with the Seattle-based residential portal announcing a new senior vice president of agent sales on Friday. Former PayPal executive Soumya Tulloss will lead Zillow’s agent sales, the segment that includes fla… Continue reading

Be a trusted real estate ally for women clients in today’s market

Women’s real estate advocate Bobbie Wasserman shares strategies for overcoming hurdles and obstacles that sometimes block women from optimizing the financial potential of real estate ownership. Continue reading

How new luxury agents create high-end vibes and don’t break the bank

Establishing yourself as a luxury real estate agent doesn’t have to cost more, broker Tara Meier writes. It’s about a simplified aesthetic and a strong sense of your value proposition. Continue reading

Pre-list market insight underpins Lynn’s agent pitch: Tech Review

The value proposition rests on owners publishing their home to the Lynn user community for feedback on its potential value to the market, but an immature user experience and lack of engagement incentives erodes the value prop. Continue reading

Homie sues NAR and others, alleging boycott and conspiracy

The suit accuses NAR and major franchisors of breaking antitrust laws. The company’s complaint includes alleged text messages in which agents refused to show Homie listings. Continue reading

Redfin lays off nearly 100 Redfin Concierge service employees

Seattle-based brokerage and portal Redfin laid off almost 100 Redfin Concierge support and sales managers on Thursday. The company said agents will now take the lead on Concierge services. Continue reading