How one indie broker lured more than 20 agents from Compass

Last year, Dudum Real Estate Group made headlines when it hired nearly two dozen agents from Compass. Its broker-owner Julie Del Santo discusses how it came together. Continue reading

2022 is almost here! 5 tips for building a profitable team business plan

We’re down to the wire. There are less than 50 days left until 2022! And that’s still plenty of time to get ready to hit the ground running in the new year. Now is the perfect time to reflect on what went well — and what didn’t — in 2021, review your g… Continue reading

3 simple principles to make your marketing stand out

Why does so much real estate marketing sound the same? It’s simple: commoditization. If you want to stand out from the crowd, you have to speak to the relationship with each consumer and their community. Here’s how. Continue reading

Inflation hasn’t peaked yet: 2022 housing forecast

COVID-19 caused an unparalleled shock to the U.S. economy, and the Delta variant has certainly impacted the speed of recovery. However, Windermere Chief Economist Matthew Gardner firmly believes that the economy will continue to grow. Here’s his 2022 h… Continue reading

7 ways to create meaningful relationships with your sphere

Real estate agents Jena Turner and Katie Clancy share how to leverage business systems to grow your sphere and deliver excellent service every time. Continue reading

Realogy, Sotheby’s partner to purchase Concierge Auctions

The real estate conglomerate and auction house have joined forces to acquire luxury home marketplace Concierge Auctions for an undisclosed amount. Continue reading

Pacaso’s latest market is California’s rugged, stunning Monterey Bay

Second home ownership platform Pacaso announced the acquisition of a home in the Monterey Bay market, a coastal, sought-after respite that boasts some of the nation’s most scenic communities, such as Pebble Beach and Carmel-by-the-Sea. Continue reading

The secret to this brokerage’s culture? Being approachable

Here’s how one broker-owner has cultivated an inviting, approachable culture that fosters trust and confidence within the community, leading to consistent success. Continue reading

Why the infrastructure bill is a lose for affordable housing

What President Biden’s infrastructure bill didn’t address is affordable housing. ‘Housing is a necessity,’ says broker-owner Teresa Boardman. Here’s why she says we all need to start treating it accordingly. Continue reading