7 big real estate myths you need to know the truth about

There are so many misconceptions agents believe about this industry. But that’s exactly what’s stopping them from growing. So here are the untrue things you’ve probably heard about real estate — and why you should ignore them. Continue reading

Epic fail or shifting market? The Real Word takes on Brad Inman’s op-ed

In this edition of The Real Word, Bryon Lazine and Nicole White discuss Brad Inman’s op-ed on the controversy at Better Mortgage and Zillow’s iBuying exit as well as Trulia’s plans to ditch crime data. Continue reading

US home sales prices hit another all-time high, leaving buyers in the dust

A new report released Wednesday by Redfin painted a bleak picture for homebuyers already fatigued by a tough market. Continue reading

How to train your agents for a market shift 

As we’ve witnessed before, markets can change on a dime. Are you ready for when that happens next? Here’s how you can prepare your team — and yourself — for a shift, and how to keep your business nimble. Continue reading

The biggest questions and answers about portals ditching crime data

Redfin, Trulia and realtor.com have all vowed to not use crime data going forward. The companies’ stands are now prompting a debate in the industry. Continue reading

3 platforms to majorly upgrade your real estate game in 2022

From an agent-to-agent networking app to a digital assistant, these apps are must-haves for the busy agent looking to boost productivity and profits. Continue reading

Douglas Elliman tells some workers to stay home amid Omicron wave

Agents can still report to the office, but Douglas Elliman has told New York administrative staff to work from home while new variant surges. Continue reading

RE/MAX in 2022: Modernizing the franchise model, teams and more

Creating a robust teams structure, filtering out industry noise and innovating the franchise model are all challenges RE/MAX faces in 2022. Continue reading