10 real estate agent myths outsiders believe

From the outside looking in, the reality of what real estate agents do and what we are like is often quite different than the perception consumers — or even aspiring agents — have, which is often gleaned from relatively few encounters and reality TV. A… Continue reading

The Real Word: Realogy’s lawsuit with Compass

Watch Byron Lazine and Nicole White give a real estate agent’s perspective on industry-related topics. This week, Realogy takes on Compass in the court over alleged unfair recruiting and poaching practices. Continue reading

Audience Town believes it can end ‘pay and spray’ advertising

Ed Carey, founder and CEO of Audience Town, a new real estate advertising company, believes lead generation in its common forms is antiquated and becoming diluted. Here’s why he thinks that programmatic advertising is the future of online outreach for … Continue reading

Steve Martin’s Beverly Hills villa sells after just 3 weeks on market

The house next door to the comedian’s primary residence sold for $71,000 more than the asking price. Continue reading

Denver agents take down promotional video called an ‘ad for gentrification’

Kentwood Real Estate’s Team Denver Homes has deleted a promotional video in which its agents rap about luxury homes they’ve sold in a parody of the “Fresh Prince of Bel Air” theme song — amid strong criticism about it being pro-gentrification. Continue reading

First time at Connect? Here’s how to navigate Startup Alley like a pro

Startup Alley at Inman Connect Las Vegas can be a daunting experience when looking for an upcoming technology partner. Here’s a guide to navigating it like a pro. Continue reading

Texas man sentenced in insider trading scheme over Move Inc. tip

Authorities say Hamed Ettu, 44, illegally purchased call options in Move Inc., the operator of realtor.com. Continue reading

OPINION: 2020 Election: The Candidates’ National Service Plans

I’ve been studying the candidates running for president, searching for ideas they have to bring us together as a nation. As a former board member of the federal Corporation for National and Community Service (which includes AmeriCorps and Senior Corps)… Continue reading