Robert Reffkin gets real at Compass REtreat: ‘Hope is not a strategy’

At his company’s annual REtreat in Atlanta, Compass CEO Robert Reffkin used his keynote to give an honest and intimate review of his company’s post-IPO performance and cast a vision for the future. Continue reading

HomeLight raises real estate agent referral fee to 33%

The real estate tech firm says it will use the increase on new marketing channels and product changes while a critic says high referral fees lead agents to inflate commissions and skimp on service. Continue reading

Team Banx leaves Berkshire Hathaway for Compass

The 11-person team closed $62 million in 2021, becoming the No. 11 large team in New York state based on transaction sides and the No. 33 large team in the state based on sales volume. Continue reading

Carl Lindvall joins Holly Parker Team at Douglas Elliman

Lindvall joins the team from Great Point Properties Christie’s International Real Estate where he spent almost 15 years assisting buyers, sellers and renters of luxury properties in Nantucket. Continue reading

4 things to watch as Compass’ annual conference unfolds this week

Compass became the largest company of its kind in the U.S. this year, but is holding its annual gathering as the real estate industry navigates uniquely troubled waters. Continue reading

Changing markets are never bad: How to train agents through shifts

It’s critical to be able to adapt to change in this business, which is always cyclical and ever-evolving. To help ensure agents stay ahead of the curve, follow coach Darryl Davis’ tips on how to train agents to weather any market shift with ease. Continue reading

Mid-term elections impact real estate. Vote

We can all ignore elections as being “political,” but that won’t make them go away. No adult who is old enough to vote is above politics, and they have an impact on the industry, writes broker Teresa Boardman. Continue reading

Anywhere names ex-Microsoft exec as first-ever chief product officer

Tony Kueh, a former Microsoft manager and 23-year tech veteran, will work alongside COO Melissa McSherry as he oversees the execution of Anywhere’s overall product strategy. Continue reading

All in family as Tracy McLaughlin and daughter join Engel & Völkers

Before joining The Agency, McLaughlin co-owned Pacific Union International, which she bought with her then-husband before selling to Compass. Her daughter Whitney will join her at Engel & Völkers. Continue reading