Poachers Playbook: How to recruit agents from indies and franchises

Recruiting is tough these days, but agents at franchises may be especially open to a move this year, according to an analysis of their responses from the latest Inman Intel Index survey. Continue reading

Intel Broker’s Guide: How to pry recruits from indies, franchises

It’s tough to recruit from franchises, but that’s where opportunity may lie, according to an analysis of Intel responses from 610 agents. Intel helps craft the right pitch to draw agents mulling a pivot. Continue reading

Will Compass’ changes to agent pay slow its growth?

The brokerage has grown rapidly thanks to generous handouts of cash and stocks to newly onboarded real estate agents. But amid leaner times, those perks are going away. Continue reading

Real Brokerage has big ambitions as it ramps up agents in Q3 and beyond

The Real Brokerage reported a third quarter net loss of $1.06 million on $39.8 million in revenue as its agents facilitated $1.44 billion in real estate transactions, up 879 percent from a year ago. Continue reading

Agents: Here’s how to make yourself (and your business) more profitable

The easiest way to put more money in your pocket is to make sure your brokerage is encouraging your entrepreneurial spirit and allowing you to be as profitable as possible. Continue reading

Compass faces fourth lawsuit since initial public offering

Former Compass agents Todd and Lisa Sheppard have filed a class-action suit against the brokerage for price-fixing and making unfair commission deductions. Continue reading

What type of commission structure is best for your team?

There is no one-size-fits-all when it comes to team compensation. An experienced team leader outlines the pros and cons of the most common structures. Continue reading