Agents have real concerns — but commission rates aren’t at the top

Despite ongoing commission lawsuits, agents are more concerned about the health of the real estate pie than the size of their own slice, results of the latest Inman Intel Index survey show. Continue reading

More agents than ever earn business from networking and SOI

From cold calling and radio shows to painting classes, agent efforts to grow sphere of influence aren’t one-size-fits-all. Continue reading

The most advantageous time to buy a home is right now, new data shows

The housing market’s summer rush may have lessened the impact of a deep drop in demand, according to new data from Attom. But what will happen in the historically slow months of fall? Continue reading

Home sales have so much further to fall in 2023, Goldman Sachs says

House purchases are expected to plummet further in the closing months of the year, and the recovery may not pick up speed until 2024, according to a new forecast from the investment bank. Continue reading

WATCH: Understanding why people like what they like with Derek Thompson at ICLV

Find out why people like what they like, and how to use that knowledge to sell more real estate with Derek Thompson, writer for The Atlantic, at ICLV. Continue reading

iBuyer survey: Sellers will take $45,400 less to avoid traditional sale

Clever uncovered that 65 percent of homeowners asked, would consider selling their home to an iBuyer. Continue reading

CertifID locks down $12.5M Series A funds for rising wire fraud battle

A number of software companies have taken on the fight against real estate wire fraud, and with a fresh round of Series A funding to the tune of $12.5 million, technology CertifID is even more prepared for battle. Continue reading

7 tips for Realtors to avoid legal and ethical snags

Honesty, transparency and responsibility are key to avoiding legal and ethical missteps. Luke Babich offers timeless advice for how to stay on the right path. Continue reading

Win ’em over! 7 steps for a fierce listing presentation

Bring your confident self and exceptional service to every client opportunity. From there, follow these steps to devise an effective listing presentation that will have you winning listings like a champ, says The Agency’s Rainy Hake Austin. Continue reading