Incentives slashed, downlines dropped. Time to sell real estate

As Compass pulls back on sign-on sweeteners and downlines ain’t what they used to be, some newer agents are having to learn how to build a business from the ground up — all over again. Continue reading

How to handle an agent’s social media post gone sideways

In this monthly column, Anthony Askowitz explores a hypothetical real estate situation from both sides of the broker/agent dynamic. This month’s situation: A seasoned agent takes the leap into social media, only to have it backfire on her and require g… Continue reading

Select exclusive presale is open for Inman Connect New York

Inman Connect New York is the place to be in January. Select Subscribers save 50 percent on tickets to ICNY for a limited time — find the link inside. Continue reading

Compass doubles down in St. Louis with aim to recruit 300+ agents

Compass, the largest brokerage by closed sales volume nationwide, is opening its second St. Louis branch following its first in June 2021, which has grown to more than 120 agents and staff. Continue reading

When will buyers quit canceling contracts? Not yet, apparently

More buyers have been backing out of deals than at any time since the early weeks of the pandemic. And in July, that share ticked up again, according to a new report from Redfin. Continue reading

Engel & Völkers Americas names new chief experience officer

Peter Ianos will lead the luxury brokerage’s recruiting and retention efforts, its performance programs and the company’s professional development and education programs. Continue reading

WATCH: ICLV panelists dish on how to cash in on a housing market shift

Get efficient, remove distractions and innovate, @properties CEO Thad Wong, Fathom Holdings CEO Josh Harley and Sotheby’s International Realty President Kamini Lane said at Connect. Continue reading