Change or lose it all: 3 steps for shifting when it matters most

Change now to confront the new reality, or face the prospects of losing market share or, even worse, going out of business. Carl Medford offers a gameplan to help you prep for what’s ahead. Continue reading

California agent charged with theft and forgery tied to 2020 home sale

Daniel Montano, 28, an agent with RE/MAX Gold Coast in Ventura, California, was arrested on Nov. 17 for allegedly making false statements and forging his clients’ signatures. Continue reading

Landmark Sotheby’s opens up shop in Outer Banks, North Carolina

Headquartered in Duck, the opening marks Sotheby’s 21st affiliated shop in North Carolina and the sixth office overall for Landmark Sotheby’s. Continue reading

Client concierge? Home quality director? Just call an agent an agent

From “real estate specialist” to “transaction quarterback” and now “client concierge,” new names for real estate agents come and go, Brad Inman writes. But seriously, do Realtors need a refresh? Continue reading

Corcoran Global Living CEO awash in lawsuits amid agent pay delay

Agents at some of the California-based franchisee’s 70-plus branches allege delayed commission payments and power outages as CEO Michael Mahon battles lawsuits on multiple fronts. Continue reading

Corcoran Perry & Co. adds More Lifestyle Management services

The Denver-based Corcoran Group affiliate’s clients will now have access to More Lifestyle Management’s services, which include personal assistants, home management, moving management, concierge services and event planning. Continue reading

Mortgage rates dropped faster this week than at any time in 40 years

The fall from 7.08 percent to 6.6 percent would save buyers approximately $100 a month on a median priced home, according to a report released Thursday from Redfin. Continue reading

Confront this shifting market at Inman Connect New York

Join us Jan. 24-26 at Inman Connect New York to gain insights on how to crush it and come out on top in 2023. Continue reading

Here’s what you need to know about Opendoor Exclusives

The iBuyer has launched a new marketplace to connect homebuyers and sellers. The move comes as the housing market continues to slow and as iBuyers face gathering headwinds. Continue reading

Recruit better agents with this 15-step plan for vetting top talent

Because many agents wait to change offices until the end of the year, now is prime recruiting time. Trainer Bernice Ross takes you step by step through a process designed to help you take advantage of every opportunity. Continue reading