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How this brokerage CEO went from slinging ‘za to indie leadership

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Learn how indie broker Andres Hoyos combines care for the industry and his agents and where he sees real estate moving in 2026. Continue reading →

Compass expects sales to climb 4% as prices stay flat in 2026

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Three key trends to watch in 2026, according to a new forecast by the nation’s largest brokerage: Shadow inventory hitting the market, what happens with jobs and the K-shaped economy. Continue reading →

The transparency crisis no one wants to talk about

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Referral fees are just the starting point for a larger conversation real estate professionals need to have about transparency, Cara Ameer writes. Continue reading →

8 reasons your brokerage needs an agent recognition plan

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If the goal is to build strong brokerages, productive agents and sustainable businesses, Julia Lashay Israel writes, recognition belongs at the center of your strategy. Continue reading →

EXp Realty promotes 2 execs to new leadership positions

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Carrie Lysenko is now Chief Technology Officer, and Holly Mabery is Chief Brokerage Officer, a newly created role at the firm. Continue reading →

Better Homes and Gardens: Homebuyers ‘won’t settle for less’

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Homebuyers are seeking earth-toned hues, indoor-outdoor spaces, large windows and lush landscaping in 2026, according to Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate’s latest trends report. Continue reading →

Redfin on 2026: Affordability improves, sales rise only slightly

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Expect a slight increase in sales and the slowest home price growth since 2011, with buyers staying on the sidelines due to concerns about the broader economy, according to Redfin’s economists. Continue reading →

Dual licensing is on the rise. Is it the right move for your business?

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Holding real estate licenses in more than one state or market is trending in response to how clients’ lives have evolved since the pandemic, but it’s not for everyone, Kevelyn Guzman writes. Continue reading →

Future-proof your digital footprint for 2026 (and beyond)

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Troy Palmquist talks to luxury real estate pros about why owning your platform, understanding SEO and using AI wisely is the new baseline for elite agents. Continue reading →

Change strategy as the market shifts to win the listings long game

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Coach agents on how to shift from “turn-and-burn” tactics to intentional nurturing, smarter messaging and pricing that reflects today’s market realities. Continue reading →