Conflicts of interest spoil your integrity

Today, conflicts of interest make top headline news daily and fuel the wrath of the DOJ and FTC. Greed is at the root of carelessly mixing business lines, which is why Brad Inman says separating ownership is often necessary to avoid conflicts.
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Christie’s International Real Estate launches Caribbean network

Christie’s International Real Estate Caribbean Affiliates will serve as a “network within a network,” establishing a central source for listings, market data, marketing and cooperation among the separate Christie’s International Real Estate affiliates … Continue reading

No cometa estos 5 errores de dinero en esta temporada de fiestas

Es fácil gastar cientos (o incluso miles) de dólares durante las vacaciones. Las ofertas del Black Friday y los atractivos precios de las ofertas navideñas pueden tentar incluso a los compradores más inteligentes a gastar demasiado en regalos, entreten… Continue reading

Purchase mortgage demand up 4th week in a row as rates fall

Without adjustment for seasonal factors, demand for both purchase loans and refinancing remains at their lowest levels since 2000, according to an MBA lender survey. Continue reading

71% of consumers expect personalized service. Here’s how to deliver

Real estate marketing needs to be as personalized as possible for agents to best prepare for the market ahead, and its eventual rebound. Continue reading

Healing the home: How some real estate pros are turning to feng shui in an uncertain market

No bites on that multimillion dollar home? It may be the vibes. Find out how Dr. and Master Zhi Gang Sha creates feng shui fixes for luxury listings. Continue reading

These tech tools will upgrade your open house, from check-in to closing

When you peel back the industry stigma of open houses, you’ll find the only people who really complain about them are those who should be championing them — real estate agents. Continue reading

Is your real estate website up to snuff? 5 can’t-miss essentials

Want to create an online presence but not sure where to start? Coach Darryl Davis offers the nuts-and-bolts elements that help you build an effective digital footprint from the ground up. Continue reading