AI expected to fuel a new wave of tax scams, stoking concerns among taxpayers   

Tax refunds are often the biggest windfall of the year for many Americans, presenting an opportunity for fraudsters and scammers to swoop in and claim whatever money is owed to fillers by the IRS. Last year, the IRS flagged over 1 million tax returns for identify fraud, costing consumers millions of dollars, not to mention […] Continue reading

What to expect on ‘Buying Beverly Hills’ Season 2

Agent rivalries, a transitioning market, family drama and a new mansion tax are just some of the key challenges that cast members will face on the reality TV show in its new season. Continue reading

Outdo the competition with this ultimate SEO guide

In the first of her two-part series, marketing expert Marci James offers insight into making the most of your digital presence with search engine optimization. Continue reading

ICE on a signing spree for new ‘mortgage tech ecosystem’

In pursuit of a bigger slice of an estimated $14 billion market after Black Knight acquisition, Intercontinental Exchange signs 37 new Encompass clients and four new servicing clients. Continue reading

Realty One Group promotes 5 women into leadership roles

The strategic promotions will help “drive the next era of Realty One Group’s unprecedented global growth,” as the franchiser continues its quest to grow to 30,000 agents. Continue reading

Redfin expands new compensation plan to 7 more markets

Seattle-based brokerage Redfin has expanded its commission-based payment model, Redfin Next, to agents in Chicago, Connecticut, Dallas, Miami, New York, Palm Beach and Washington, D.C. Redfin execs said Redfin Next will help them navigate market “ups a… Continue reading

$3M deal goes up in flames after agent open house mishap

A Sydney listing agent accidentally burned down her client’s $3 million home. Five years after the accident, her broker has been ordered to pay $850K in damages. Continue reading

Existing-home sales rose 9.5% amid winter inventory boost

Existing-home sales were on the upswing in February, according to a National Association of Realtors report published on Thursday. The sale of existing single-family homes, townhomes, condominiums and co-ops declined 3.3 percent year-over-year from 4.5… Continue reading

We asked ChatGPT about agent value. Its answers may surprise you

ChatGPT answered questions about the value a real estate agent has and about how real estate commissions work. Do you agree with its answers? Continue reading