It takes two: Real estate duos divulge their secrets (Part 1)

In this two-part series, we’ll explore what some of the top duos in the country have to say about choosing the right partner, splitting responsibilities, handling conflict and creating a brand able to stand the test of time. Continue reading

Reformers at the gate: Progressives set their sights on the housing market

In cities across the country, housing advocates, civil rights groups and defenders of the homeless are chipping away at housing laws, one state at a time. Why now? Continue reading

Instagram tests removing ‘like’ counts from U.S. profiles

Following in the footsteps of its parent company, Facebook, Instagram will begin beta testing removing like counts from U.S. users’ posts starting Monday. Continue reading

Redfin up, recruitment down: 3Q19’s big winners and losers

How did Zillow, eXp Realty, Move.com, Realogy and homebuyers themselves fare during third-quarter earning calls this week? Continue reading

Showers reign supreme in Houzz’s 2019 bathroom trends study

For the second consecutive year, showers stood out as the most popular bathroom renovation project in Houzz’s Bathroom Trends study, released on Tuesday. Continue reading

Stagnant homeowners are creating an inventory catch-22

A new study by Redfin revealed the average homeowner in 2019 has lived in their home for 13 years, a five-year increase from 2009. Continue reading

Sotheby’s is giving clients a taste of the good life with branded wine

Sotheby’s International Realty agents no longer have to search for holy grail of closing gifts. SIR’s parent company, Sotheby’s, on Monday announced the launch of its first-ever collection of 12 branded wines. Continue reading

Agents react to searing Consumer Federation report on commissions

The Consumer Federation of America on Monday published a report on commissions — here’s what agents and brokers had to say about the findings. Continue reading