The 5 markets that became investing hotspots in 2019

It’s often said that purchasing a home is the most significant financial investment that anyone can make because it’s seen as a vital stepping stone to building long-term financial wealth. So, it’s easy to see how the stakes are even higher for investo… Continue reading

Pulse: 14 responses to ‘I can’t afford an agent’

Last week, we asked for your best responses to sellers when they say: “I can’t afford an agent.” Readers shared how they overcome this objection with a range of ways to emphasize that, even though agents charge commission, sellers can still net more by… Continue reading

The 10 most-read contributed stories of 2019

Outside of the news realm, this year’s top stories written by industry professionals ranged in topic from making an exit to reviving deals to educating clients on the right way. Continue reading

Windermere donates $100k to Seattle Children’s Hospital

The $100,000 gift will help more than 40 low-income families stay in their homes over the holidays. Continue reading

Emily Ratajkowski and husband get paid to vacate apartment after 2 years of not paying rent

Model Emily Ratajkowski and her husband Sebastian Bear-McClard got paid to vacate the property for an undisclosed amount. Continue reading

Coldwell Banker franchise CEO to embark on 10th climb for charity

Coldwell Banker Premier CEO Steve DuBrueler will begin his climb of Mount Aconcagua on Dec. 27 to benefit St. Jude Children’s Hospital. Continue reading

Vanilla Ice, Briny Breezes and an agent’s bid to build Donald Trump’s presidential library on a trailer park

Florida agent James Arena wants the president to acquire the park for $1B and name it “Trump Town.” Rapper Vanilla Ice, he of “Ice, Ice Baby” fame, has been enlisted to help. Continue reading

California agent pairs with indie folk duo for holiday listing video

“We wanted to give the ‘You & Me & You’ song and video as our holiday gift to the local community,” said Tim Allen, founder of Coldwell Banker-linked Tim Allen Properties. Continue reading

Douglas Elliman, Compass take turf war to Texas

A week after Compass nabbed the first- and fourth-ranked agents in Houston, Douglas Elliman has announced the acquisition of John Daugherty Realtors. Continue reading