Bombshell NAR lawsuit: How much did sellers pay in buyer-side commission?

A recently filed lawsuit against NAR, among other big industry players, alleges that NAR-member agents, along with many of the country’s various multiple listing services, colluded to inflate Realtor commissions. Here’s a look at the commission numbers… Continue reading

NAR VP embroiled in multiple lawsuits

Charlie Oppler, the CEO and managing partner of Prominent Properties Sotheby’s International Realty (PPSIR), and first vice president of the National Association of Realtors (NAR) is currently embroiled in multiple lawsuits over acquisition and acquisi… Continue reading

What ‘Game of Thrones’ can teach you about power moves

What can you learn from the major players in the “Game of Thrones” universe that’ll inform your next negotiation, marketing strategy or professional planning? Let’s take a look at some of the biggest power moves in the Seven Kingdoms. (WARNING: Spoiler… Continue reading

Lesson Learned: It’s all about relationships

In this weekly column, real estate agents across the nation share stories of the lessons they’ve learned during their time in the industry. This week, eXp regional leader and co-leader of Legacy Builders Global of eXp Realty, Tara Furges Houston. Continue reading

Bid, buy, sell in a transparent open marketplace? Worthroom is it

Worthroom is a transparent buying and selling marketplace that allows agents and consumers to search for, buy and sell properties in the same online environment. Unrepresented buyers and investors can bid on homes against buyers and their agents as wel… Continue reading

Open house cheat sheet: 6 questions to prep for

Part of preparing for an open house is having the information buyers will request at the ready. Whether creating a show sheet, adding information to the listing website or preparing for in-person exchanges, know the answers to these six questions. Well… Continue reading

Sales skills need a boost? 5 tips for smoother negotiations

Whether you are working with a buyer or seller, agents must skillfully bring everyone to the negotiation table and help broker a deal that their clients can be satisfied with at the end. It sounds easy, but it’s not. To sharpen your negotiation and sal… Continue reading