Monthly Archives: November 2019

Inman News quiz: Think you’re on top of the week’s biggest stories?

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The real estate industry threw some curveballs. Take Inman’s real estate news quiz to demonstrate how strong your talking points and cocktail banter are this week. Continue reading →

See how much Robert Reffkin paid for his stake in Compass

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According to a 2012 ‘Founder Restricted Stock Agreement,’ the Compass CEO bought 3.355M shares of common stock in the company in exchange for $0.0001 per share. Continue reading →

Fun Freebies for Retirees

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This past summer, Next Avenue published “Retiring on a Shoestring,” about a newly retired couple trying to live well on a limited budget. It hit a nerve with readers. But even though it’s not easy to live large on savings, some retirees are enjoying th… Continue reading →

LISTEN: How Electricity Can Boost Your Fitness Routine

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(Editor’s note: This podcast is from The Not Old – Better Show.) As part of our Fitness Friday series, today’s interview is with Connie Ruiz, founder and executive director of Personal20, an electric muscle stimulation company based here in Northern Vi… Continue reading →

How to Write a Compassionate Condolence Letter

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When someone dies, courtesy dictates that we write our condolences. These letters can be some of the hardest thoughts we will put to paper, even for those of us who usually have a great facility for words. And sometimes, difficult circumstances surroun… Continue reading →

Marketing and CRM solution Agent 3000 is big on features

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Agent 3000, developed by one-time South Florida broker Shawn Sommer, is all about execution over fluff, now accessible to 250,000 agents. Continue reading →

The Real Word: Is Zillow becoming a transaction platform?

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Watch Byron Lazine and Nicole White give a real estate agent’s perspective on industry-related topics. This week, they’ll talk through their biggest takeaways from Zillow Unlock.  Continue reading →

The end of an era: How the NAR Expo has changed

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Although it’s too soon to write an obituary, the 2019 event might be the last great Realtors Conference and Expo. Industry changes are altering the size and scope of the conference, resulting in the slow demise of a once great trade show event. Continue reading →

How to manage buyer expectations in a shifting market

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A new generation of homebuyers doesn’t seem to believe that simply owning a home can be the first step toward wealth creation. Agents can help them to gain a more sensible perspective and a home in their price range with these suggestions. Continue reading →