How to diffuse the f-bomb (fairness) in real estate: Real (Estate) Talk

In this week’s edition of Real (Estate) Talk, Brandon Voss, president of The Black Swan Group, talks about the concept of fairness and what makes it so important in conversations and negotiations — especially in real estate. Continue reading

Feeling stuck? 3 steps for breaking your limiting beliefs in 2022

As we enter 2022, ask yourself if your beliefs limit your ability to progress your career and reach your goals. If your answer is “yes,” then here are a few things you can do to ensure you aren’t holding yourself back from your best year yet. Continue reading

What real estate agents should know about bedbugs 

Bedbugs have been around for a long time and will continue to be a menace to homeowners. A well-informed agent can address the pros and cons of different remediation techniques to help assure buyers and sellers that they can sleep soundly again at night. Continue reading

Opendoor vs. Zillow: Pricing is a ‘competitive advantage for iBuyers’

A comparison of Zillow Offers and Opendoor highlights the critical importance of pricing in iBuying. There’s an understated elegance in the detail; it’s not just buying low and selling high. But what makes for a successful pricing operation? Continue reading

Zillow in 2022: How one of the biggest names in real estate recovers from its biggest stumble

Zillow started 2021 ascendant but finished by bowing out of iBuying. The coming year will test the portal’s ability to pivot. Continue reading

Considering a boutique brokerage? Look for these 6 things

Boutique is very much a feeling rather than a size, defined by things like high-touch service, impeccable marketing and a superior product. Here’s what to look for if you want to hang your license with a boutique brand. Continue reading

Show ’em your value: 7 P’s of real estate agent marketing

Success starts with developing a clear understanding of who you are, who your ideal client is and what you offer. Package your services, position yourself for maximum exposure, and develop a process that keeps you top-of-mind. Continue reading

What lenders brawled over in Atlantic City: The Real Word

In this edition of The Real Word, Bryon Lazine and Nicole White discuss a fight that broke out in Atlantic City, Redfin’s call to drop crime data and Jay Thompson’s new app for agents. Continue reading

Corcoran gets jump on 2022 expansion plans with Texas launch

New York City-based Corcoran Group has launched its first affiliate office in Texas, Corcoran Ferester Realty. Corcoran now has more than 150 offices in 31 markets across the United States. Continue reading

Stephanie Anton promoted to president of Corcoran Affiliate Network

Anton, who joined the company in July 2020 as senior vice president of affiliate marketing and growth, will be moving up into the role of president of the Corcoran Affiliate Network as of Jan. 1, 2022, the brokerage announced on Thursday. Continue reading