How to manage the impact of COVID-19 on your organization

Forget business as usual. Get in touch with the realities of the present moment to develop deeper relationships with your team and your clients. Here are a few suggested stages to implement into your plan for reopening, both operationally and through y… Continue reading

Smart Home Tech: How to choose the right home automation protocol

For consumers who want to integrate smart home products into one ecosystem, there are so many different paths to take. In short, Z-Wave, Zigbee and Wi-Fi are the most popular wireless technologies, but what sets them apart? Here are a few differences. Continue reading

The Real Word: How does climate change affect the housing market?

Watch Byron Lazine and Nicole White give a real estate agent’s perspective on industry-related topics. In this edition of The Real Word, they’ll discuss how climate change is affecting the housing market, Zillow’s ad campaign, and features you should b… Continue reading

2 top Douglas Elliman execs jump to HomeServices of America

Douglas Elliman executives Brad Loe and Steven James, the president of the brokerage’s New York City operations, will help craft HSA’s growth strategy. Continue reading

New Compass agents countersue Howard Hanna for withholding compensation

Jennifer Crouse and Michael Hornung claim Howard Hanna owes them tens of thousands of dollars for work they did before being recruited by Compass. Continue reading

It’s a lawsuit waiting to happen! Avoid these post-closing problems

Running into post-closure problems is often burdensome for everyone involved in the transaction. In some cases where it morphs into a lawsuit, it can even be costly. So, how can agents prevent them in the first place, and what can they do to avoid liti… Continue reading

Find the right fit! How to strategically hire brokerage staff

An effective team is comprised of talented individuals who complement each other’s strengths, visions and work ethic. Here are a few strategies for hiring brokerage staff across various departments — plus some positive qualities to look for. Continue reading

3 situations where agents let their egos get in the way

Achieving a certain level of success sometimes leads to an overinflated ego. However, more often than not, that sense of self-importance can get in the way of an agent’s performance. Here are a few reasons and situations where ego hinders success. Continue reading