3 ways real estate agents can help renters become homeowners

Here’s how three real estate agents in three distinct markets — New York City, Chicago and Fargo — are helping renters make their dreams come true. Continue reading

Lesson Learned: Go with the flow, and be willing to take risks

In this Monday column, Christy Murdock Edgar asks agents across the nation to share the lessons they’ve learned during their time in the industry. This week, the “Financial Guru of Real Estate” Sharon White Blouse. Continue reading

Growing number of millionaires spurs demand for luxury agents

The number of millionaires in the U.S. skyrocketed to 32 million in 2018 while those with more than $500 million shot up to 1,770, according to a new study. Continue reading

Former Ataris bass player admits to running $27M real estate scam

The former bass player for the Ataris has admitted to running a real estate scam that defrauded more than 100,000 people out of $27 million. Continue reading

Why SoftBank is betting big on Opendoor, Compass, and real estate tech

On the heels of its combined $800M in funding for Opendoor and Compass, SoftBank sees opportunities to build successful, profitable, disruptive new businesses that leverage technology across the entire real estate supply chain.. Continue reading

Real estate guru who defrauded investors to bankroll slasher flick and fleet of Ferraris found guilty

Following three days of deliberation, Koerber, who at one time held $7,000 real estate seminars, was found guilty on 15 counts of fraud. Continue reading

Real estate’s new disruptors: The ‘PayPal Mafia’

A group of hard-charging, investor-entrepreneurs who have built some of the world’s most iconic tech companies have launched a multi-pronged assault on the real estate industry. Continue reading

Despite risks, fire prone areas can still hold value — for now

A new study from the University of Las Vegas, Nevada, affirms that wildfire risks don’t impact property values in fire-prone areas over the long run. Continue reading

Hoozip debuts call prep product for real estate investors

Hoozip is launching a product that targets mom-and-pop investors and house flippers helping make a more professional first impression when they get that return phone call from an investor. Continue reading