HomeLight raises $115M and acquires cash offer rival Accept.inc

Scottsdale, Arizona-based HomeLight announced that its all-stock deal raises the company’s valuation to $1.7 billion and makes it the largest “agent-focused” cash offer program in the U.S. Continue reading

How one broker is giving agents the launch pad they need

Although the debate about what is “right” in terms of the future of office space lives on, allowing employees to be flexible can be a game-changer, resulting in higher productivity and fewer HR issues. Continue reading

Fed’s biggest rate hike in 28 years might not further impact mortgages

After bond market sell-off Friday and Monday, investors take Fed’s 75 basis-point rate hike in stride. “The Fed managed to hint at today’s move,” said the CEO of one capital markets advisory firm. Continue reading

Mortgage demand picked up last week before latest rate surge

Homebuyer demand for purchase loans picked up before a bond market sell-off sent mortgage rates soaring past 6 percent, according to the MBA’s Weekly Mortgage Applications Survey. Continue reading

Mortgage rates under pressure again with inflation at 40-year high

Bond market investors wary that Fed will be forced to implement drastic 75-basis point rate hike in June or July. Continue reading

Better CEO to colleagues: Biden death would be a boon for business

New whistleblower lawsuit claims Vishal Garg made misstatements ‘all aimed at duping investors and shareholders’ amid quest to bring Better public. Continue reading

You got that big think energy? Here’s how to grow it

We talk a lot about mindset and the importance of thinking big, but is that always the right move? Team leader Adam Hergenrother helps you determine how to think big where and how it really counts. Continue reading

‘Work through the ranks’: How to build a team that’ll last for generations

Set yourself up for future success and thoughtfully create a business that will stand the test of time. Million Dollar Listing LA stars David Parnes and James Harris give steps to intentionally create structure, strategy and synergy. Continue reading

Celebrate your agents! Enhance recognition by looking beyond the transaction

Rather than focusing on output, as measured by transactions completed, focus on what your agents have put into their businesses and the communities they serve. Celebrate your agents for their contributions to local charities and organizations. Continue reading

Your unique service proposition differentiates you. Here’s how to communicate it effectively

Agents must effectively and efficiently communicate the value they bring, and the best way to do that is by differentiating yourself from 1.5 million other agents with truly stellar service and communication. Continue reading