Why office exclusives are not a good look for the industry

When there is a huge competition and a surplus of real estate agents, we tend to start fighting each other. Here’s why the concepts of office exclusives, designated agency and double-dipping are a big no-no to this broker. Continue reading

What really matters when valuing a property?

Although the terms “intrinsic” or “extrinsic” may be unfamiliar to most, understanding what they imply will help explain what makes real estate “valuable,” not just expensive — and why being able to identify these elements is essential. Continue reading

On Clubhouse? 3 vital tips for making it work for your business

Despite all its growth, Clubhouse is still a young app. If you manage to become the go-to destination for discussions about your location or relevant topic, you will likely remain on top for as long as the app is in active use. Continue reading

Why are so many teams suddenly joining eXp Realty?

Recent months have seen team after team decamping for eXp. To figure out why exactly so many teams are joining eXp at this specific moment, Inman reached out to team leaders across the U.S. Continue reading

DOJ: Pocket listing suit against NAR shouldn’t have been thrown out

The Department of Justice and The PLS argue that lower court should have considered Clear Cooperation Policy’s impact on brokers who directly purchase access to listing services, not on buyers and sellers. Continue reading

Worth a steal! 8 email marketing scripts for your repertoire

Are you harnessing the power of personalized email marketing? This week, Jimmy Mackin shares the scripts and templates agents need for prospecting, setting appointments, boosting their credibility, building buzz and more. Continue reading

Pulse: What challenges do teams face in the new normal?

The team model has been experiencing growth in recent years, but what are team members struggling to overcome in a post-pandemic “new normal”? What challenges do teams face now? Continue reading

Want to rake in listings? FSBOs hold the key

With inventory starvation, agents need to explore all possibilities to gain more listings — and FSBOs are ripe for the picking. Here is a novel way to get in front of potential (and actual) FSBOs and rake in the referrals. Continue reading