4 ways brokerages build resilient, high-performing agents 

As a broker, Thomas Mallette writes, it’s up to you to walk the walk with your agents, providing the mentorship and guidance they need to succeed. Continue reading

Broker Spotlight: Kristin Barry, Arbor Real Estate

Find out how this Orange County, California, indie broker leads “with a balance of compliance, mentorship and heart.” Continue reading

Mortgage rate woes undercut June new home sales

Despite ample inventory and more affordable prices, seasonally adjusted new residential sales dropped 6.6 percent annually. Experts attributed the drop to mortgage rates as the primary cause. Continue reading

Mega association emerges in Texas in the aftermath of major merger

Association members have voted to approve a merger between the MetroTex Association of Realtors and Collin County Area Realtors, making the combined association a force of nearly 40,000 members. Continue reading

Why collaboration and cooperation are the future of real estate

In today’s more challenging market, agents are banding together to stay competitive and sane. Mike Bruce of Denver Metro Association of Realtors offers strategies for working together more effectively. Continue reading

The 15 priciest home sales of 2025 so far are pretty huge

Properties on this year’s list reaffirm that ultra-luxury buyers have little concern over owning homes in areas prone to natural disasters since they have the means to rebuild, if necessary. Continue reading

Stop telling agents what to say. Teach them how to talk instead

Troy Palmquist talks with Justin Benson, founder of Shilo AI, about how personalized, consistent coaching can make agents more effective. Continue reading

Desperately seeking an AI bestie? How to protect your professional image from AI companion risks

Adopt these practices to harness the potential benefits of AI tools while proactively protecting your invaluable professional persona from the array of privacy and security dangers. Continue reading

Be protective, proactive and prepared when working with celebrity clients

In Part 4 of her five-part series, Cara Ameer offers strategies for providing high-level care that’s specific to the requirements of high-profile clients. Continue reading

NAR notches a legal win after judge tosses ‘3-way agreement’ lawsuit

The judgment is good news for NAR, which is facing legal challenges in various states across the country over similar allegations that take issue with the three-way agreement. Continue reading