4 ways brokerages can expand their agents’ education

In the constantly changing real estate industry, how do real estate brokerages furnish their agents with the knowledge and tools they need to succeed? Here are some of the top strategies for fostering agent growth through coaching, ongoing education an… Continue reading

NAR hit with yet another antitrust suit over buyer commissions

Another homeseller is challenging the sharing of real estate sales commissions between listing and buyer’s brokers, according to a new lawsuit. Continue reading

Agent/broker perspective: Can agents challenge their brokerage’s philanthropic pursuits?

In this monthly column, Anthony Askowitz explores a hypothetical Miami real estate situation from both sides of the broker/agent dynamic: An experienced top agent at a Miami real estate office has serious concerns about a social position taken by the c… Continue reading

Bombshell NAR lawsuit: How much did sellers pay in buyer-side commission?

A recently filed lawsuit against NAR, among other big industry players, alleges that NAR-member agents, along with many of the country’s various multiple listing services, colluded to inflate Realtor commissions. Here’s a look at the commission numbers… Continue reading

NAR VP embroiled in multiple lawsuits

Charlie Oppler, the CEO and managing partner of Prominent Properties Sotheby’s International Realty (PPSIR), and first vice president of the National Association of Realtors (NAR) is currently embroiled in multiple lawsuits over acquisition and acquisi… Continue reading

What ‘Game of Thrones’ can teach you about power moves

What can you learn from the major players in the “Game of Thrones” universe that’ll inform your next negotiation, marketing strategy or professional planning? Let’s take a look at some of the biggest power moves in the Seven Kingdoms. (WARNING: Spoiler… Continue reading

Real estate companies sued over unsolicited text message spam

Agent cold calls have come under attack recently and now their text message equivalent are also under scrutiny, according to a series of Florida lawsuits. Continue reading

Listing Bits: Building a CRM that plays well with others

In the ever-evolving world of real estate tech, LionDesk is choosing integrations and leveraging partnerships with top third-party applications to create a CRM that plays well with others — and allows agents to maintain their independence. Learn more a… Continue reading