Consumer watchdog calls for nationwide ban on dual agency

A national consumer watchdog is calling for states to ban dual agency and make agency disclosures less confusing, according to a report released Monday. Continue reading

Connect the Speakers: Samantha DeBianchi on helping clients build wealth

“Realtors need to be more of an advisor, really understand the market and understand cycles, and understand how to assist their clients.” Continue reading

Connect the Speakers: Katie Lance on learning how to systematize your social strategy

” Even with all these market fluctuations, agents and brokers are still valuing personal development and investing in their learning.” Continue reading

Connect the Speakers: Daryl Fairweather on what to expect from the 2019 housing market

“The housing market is a perfect example of how psychology affects the economy,” Fairweather said. Continue reading

Connect the Speakers: Robert Reffkin on Compass’ big bets for 2019

In conversation with Realogy CEO Ryan Schneider, Compass founder and CEO will share what he’s learned over the past year. Continue reading

Single-family rent climbed in November — but at a slower clip

Nationwide, the cost of renting a single-family home grew by 2.9 percent, to an average of $1,455, in November, according to the latest data from CoreLogic. Continue reading

You Can Reinvent Yourself, No Matter Your Age

Daniel Pink, the bestselling author of 10 books about work, management and behavioral science, says there is no such thing as a midlife crisis. “It is not supported by evidence,” says Pink. To the contrary, he says. “But there is something. A U-shaped … Continue reading

Assessing Trump’s First 2 Years for Older Americans

The first half of the Trump administration is over, so it’s an opportune time to evaluate how older Americans have fared under the president’s policies over the past two years. As someone who reports and writes frequently (and without a political bias)… Continue reading

A Return to The Age of Aquarius

Creative inspiration can strike when it is least expected. For Richard Hitchler, co-founder and artistic director of Theatre 55, an early summer bike ride in 2018 past the Minnesota History Center in St. Paul, Minn. provided a light bulb moment as he w… Continue reading

Do You Really Need All of Those Pills?

Taking more medications than you used to? You’re not alone; as you get older, you’re more likely to take prescription medicine. According to the Centers for Disease Control, 72 percent of adults ages 45-64 had taken at least one prescription drug in th… Continue reading