Monthly Archives: May 2021

‘Double-dipping agents’ overcharge consumers billions in commissions

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Consumer watchdog says dual agency should be banned, but double-ending should not be so long as agents discount their commission and act as facilitators. Continue reading →

Robert Reffkin’s MasterClass offers a crash course in real estate basics

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The Compass CEO’s Masterclass offers 16 sessions covering the ins-and-outs of homebuying and selling and how to start a career in real estate. Continue reading →

NestEgg launches month-to-month property management service

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With NestEgg Freedom, landlords and property owners can access NestEgg’s full suite of services for $29 per month per unit. Continue reading →

Cash-offer startup Homeward scores $371M in funding

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The funding is split between $136 million in equity and $235 million in debt and will go toward expanding the company’s scale. Continue reading →

Want to invest in real estate? Here’s how to get started

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Investing in real estate is a great way to build wealth over time, but how can newbies get started? Rick Guerrero shares his own investing journey, what he learned along the way and what advice he’d give to new investors. Continue reading →

The New Normal: What if only 3 obstacles stood in the way of the fully digital transaction?

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Four real estate leaders share how legislators, lenders, brokers, agents and consumers all have a role to play in blocking paperless transactions. Continue reading →

How to prepare your brokerage for a safe return to the office

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As agents and staff plan to return to the office, having an action plan that prioritizes safety and wellness is extremely important. Here are a few ways you can create a tailored strategy, while keeping health and wellness top-of-mind. Continue reading →

So you want to write a book? 5 steps to plan it right

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Whether you use it as a lead-generation tool or a way to share your vision with a broader audience, writing a book has its perks. Follow these steps, and you will be well on your way to becoming an author this year. Continue reading →

Buyers shouldn’t wait to build. Here’s why

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What’s the best time to build, you ask? Right now. Yes, even with commodity prices up. When clients decide to build a home, there are more factors to consider than just the price of lumber. Continue reading →

Rethinking your life? 5 questions to ask before switching brokerages

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It seems like every day a top team or agent is making headlines by jumping to a new brokerage. Before uprooting your business, it’s important to thoroughly explore what you’re looking for by asking yourself a few tough questions. Continue reading →