The Compass-Rocket listing partnership has agents in ‘wait-and-see’ mode

Compass rocked the industry with a partnership that displays its coming-soon listings on Redfin. Brokers are intrigued, but unwilling to make brash business decisions in response to the move. Continue reading

The transparency crisis no one wants to talk about

Referral fees are just the starting point for a larger conversation real estate professionals need to have about transparency, Cara Ameer writes. Continue reading

Putting it all together: The complete guide to working with athletes and celebrities

We’ve rounded up all five days of Cara Ameer’s advice on working with high-end, high-profile, high-stakes clients from the worlds of sports and entertainment. Continue reading

How an agent becomes ‘the chosen one’ for celebrities and athletes

In Part 5 of her five-part series, Cara Ameer provides insights for both renters and purchasers, plus strategies for ensuring you become the go-to for high-profile luxury clients. Continue reading

How an agent becomes ‘the chosen one’ for celebrities and athletes

In Part 5 of her five-part series, Cara Ameer provides insights for both renters and purchasers, plus strategies for ensuring you become the go-to for high-profile luxury clients. Continue reading

How an agent becomes ‘the chosen one’ for celebrities and athletes

In Part 5 of her five-part series, Cara Ameer provides insights for both renters and purchasers, plus strategies for ensuring you become the go-to for high-profile luxury clients. Continue reading

Fed: Requiring buyer agreements has no effect on commissions

The Federal Reserve analysis found that rising home prices are likely why commission rates fell in the past two decades, but found no impact on rates after buyer contracts were required in 15 states. Continue reading

Delayed Marketing Exempt Listings vs. portals: Who’s right?

Real estate brokers need flexible business options to meet people where they are and help them make the decisions that work for their unique circumstances, Cara Ameer writes. Continue reading

Realty Texas app update includes buyer representation experience

Realty Texas, a four-office Lone Star State independent, has taken matters into its own hands when it comes to helping agents present buyer representation agreements. Continue reading

Buyer agency contracts riddled with ‘unfair’ terms, CFA declares

The Consumer Federation of America, a watchdog group, examined 43 contracts from 37 states, most from state or local Realtor associations, and found practices it believes worthy of scrutiny. Continue reading