The rise of new technology helps indies compete

Think indie shops can’t compete with big-box brokerages? Think again! Broker Ian Hoover breaks down the numbers on why, thanks to new technology, indie brokerages have the edge over franchises. Continue reading

5 tips for starting a coaching program at your brokerage

Coaching encompasses a constant evolution of learning and implementation to help agents build their businesses. As many teams shift from professional development into coaching, these strategies can help, says President and CEO of Better Homes and Garde… Continue reading

5 gentle prospecting ideas for your team 

Aggressive sales tactics are not for everyone. Coach Darryl Davis offers his best advice for launching softer, gentler prospecting strategies for your team Continue reading

Sotheby’s taps former Compass executive to lead sales operations

Former Compass regional president Kamini Rangappan Lane has joined Sotheby’s International Realty, according to an announcement on Monday. Lane will lead the brokerage’s sales strategy. Continue reading

Where is Anywhere headed? Toe-to-toe with Zillow

A week after announcing Realogy’s rebrand as Anywhere, CEO Ryan Schneider shared his plan for beating Zillow at direct-to-consumer business on Thursday at Inman Connect Now. Continue reading

7 ways to create name recognition with no budget 

No cash? Don’t fret. There are plenty of ways to establish yourself as a new agent and make connections without spending a lot. Coach Darryl Davis shares his top ideas. Continue reading

5 simple scripts to reconnect with your sphere 

Staying in touch with your sphere of influence is the foundation of building and maintaining your business, says coach Darryl Davis. Here are a few authentic scripts for more effective follow-up. Continue reading

Ryan Serhant to agents: Find the ‘and’ in your personal brand

Find authenticity, lean into your passions and think about your future self, says “Million Dollar Listing New York” star Ryan Serhant. Continue reading

Coldwell Banker Warburg partners with new development firm Reuveni

Reuveni LLC will operate “as a separate line of business” at Coldwell Banker Warburg and will focus on the sales and marketing of new development projects. Continue reading