Will Anywhere merger launch M&A arms race? It’s not yet clear: Intel

Competitor brokerages have been largely silent in recent weeks on plans to join forces in response to the Compass-Anywhere deal. But some do sense opportunities arising from the deal. And one big real estate player didn’t hold his tongue. Continue reading

‘Divine’ timing brings $80M Texas broker to eXp Realty

Cloud-based brokerage eXp Realty is continuing its recruitment run by snatching up one of Northwest Texas’s top independent brokerages. After 13 years of running Amy Tapp Realty, broker-owner Amy Tapp is transitioning her 45-person brokerage into an eX… Continue reading

Century 21 CEO: Recruiting ‘is so ultra competitive right now’

Century 21 CEO Mike Miedler knows recruiting and retaining agents is a big concern for brokers today. Next month, he’ll roll out a competition focused on bringing more agents and companies in house. Continue reading

Making hires? 4 crucial steps for onboarding fresh talent

It’s a great time to dial in your vetting process, get new hires started off on the right foot and start building your best team yet. The Agency’s Rainy Hake Austin walks you through the steps required to optimize your hiring and recruiting. Continue reading

Clear the decks: How brokers could instantly improve the industry

Recruiting should be about more than warm bodies, according to broker Teresa Boardman. Making the industry better starts with brokers and the quality of their agent recruitment. Continue reading

“Focus on what you love to do.”

Realtors get into this business because they love helping people buy and sell homes. But often, that’s not enough to achieve the success they desire. “The skills that make you really great at helping your clients through this transaction don’t really b… Continue reading