Domio, an iRenter that subleases to travelers, nabs $100M

Domio, an iRenter that leases units from landlords and then subleases them to short-term guests, has raised an additional $100 million in equity and debt financing, TechCrunch reports. Continue reading

EXp Realty brings iBuyer platform to 12 more states, eyeing all 50

EXp Realty is bringing its iBuyer platform, Express Offers, to a dozen new states. The capital-light program allows eXp Realty to scale the platform quickly, going from one state to 13 in less than three months. Continue reading

If you love your agents, set them free

In today’s world of virtual options, agents are sick of being tethered to the office. If you’ve been hesitant to take your brokerage remote, here’s how you can give your agents what they want and supervise with ease. Continue reading

After a decade with RE/MAX, a franchisee decides to go it alone

Pure Realty, formerly RE/MAX 1 in Austin, Texas, is ending its affiliation with RE/MAX after a decade. Owners say franchisee fees no longer made sense. Continue reading

Pulse: ‘Will you cut your commission?’ 27 ways to respond

Last week, we asked for your best responses to buyers and sellers when they ask: “Will you cut your commission?” Readers shared how they respond to potential clients and also mentioned some creative workarounds. Continue reading

Agent/broker perspective: How do you keep momentum going?

In this column, Anthony Askowitz explores a hypothetical real estate situation from both sides of the broker/agent dynamic. This month: A veteran agent has had her best production year ever, and she wants to ensure the momentum continues. What can her … Continue reading

You vs. Zillow: How to win with consumers every time

Many agents believe they are powerless against huge names like Zillow, but there are many tools you have at your disposal that make you more valuable than any site will ever be to consumers. Here are a handful of strategies that have helped us compete… Continue reading