One-time $100M Bel Air mansion falls to Earth with huge price cut

“Realistically in this market, this is what it’s worth – it’s priced to sell,” said Shawn Elliott of Nest Seekers, one of the agents who listed the property last week. Continue reading

3 common listing agent mistakes (and how to avoid them)

Knowledge is power, so it’s essential to know all there is to know about listings. Here’s how to avoid the top mistakes listing agents make. Continue reading

Task app KeyPleaz unlocks ways for agents to make more money: Tech Review

KeyPleaz is a showing and real estate task outsourcing app for iOS and Android operating systems. Continue reading

Is real estate a good career path for you?

Money, glamour and excitement are part of a career in real estate, as are hard work, long hours and responsibility. Find out if you have what it takes to create and maintain a successful real estate practice. Continue reading

Not a lot of clients right now? Here’s what you should be doing

The ebb and flow of the real estate business can be affected by the seasons, the economy and more. Luxury agent Amie Quirarte shares ways to weather the slow times while building your business. Continue reading

Study sounds the alarm on $187B ‘climate housing bubble’

A study led by economists at the Environmental Defense Fund identifies some surprising regions, such as Appalachia and northern New England, as overvaluation hotspots. Continue reading

Nearly two-thirds of brokerage sites aren’t displaying commissions

Consumer Federation of America: Despite an NAR rule change, only Redfin displays buyer-agent compensation in virtually all of the major cities examined. Continue reading

‘My clients were flabbergasted’: Cool markets heat up ahead of spring

Low inventory combined with pent-up homebuyers looking to make their dollars go further is already driving up competition this spring, real estate agents told Inman. Continue reading