Real estate in 2021 was weird, wild and always unpredictable

The year saw explosive rivalries, wild stock market performances and plenty of rage. Continue reading

The 10 hottest housing markets to watch in 2022

The top U.S. housing markets for 2022 are mostly affordable tech hubs with outdoor recreational opportunities that have become attractive alternatives to pricier coastal markets of late. Continue reading

Compass is sweeping down the plains with new Ranch Division

Over the past year, homebuyers and homesellers have been trading urban living for luxurious lifestyles near beaches, mountains and the open range. Now, Compass is aiming to help consumers who prefer a farm to a condo with its newly minted Ranch and Lan… Continue reading

6 stories readers might have missed while eating Thanksgiving leftovers

Whether you were stuffing your face with pumpkin pie or breaking up a brawl between brothers who aren’t on speaking terms, here are the top stories you might have missed this weekend. Continue reading

How do male luxury agents stay svelte? Hint: Don’t rule out Spanx

Luxury agents will tell you there’s an expectation to maintain an appearance that evokes a particular lifestyle. Will Spanx for male agents be the next step? Continue reading

How one indie broker lured more than 20 agents from Compass

Last year, Dudum Real Estate Group made headlines when it hired nearly two dozen agents from Compass. Its broker-owner Julie Del Santo discusses how it came together. Continue reading

Compass lays out 2022 vision plan, unveils ‘Find an Agent’ platform

A super-sized transaction management and referral platform, a new client dashboard and continued market expansion are all at the heart of Compass’ mission to create “clients for life.” Continue reading

Robert Reffkin shares the ‘magic’ of Compass at REtreat Conference

Compass CEO Robert Reffkin kicked off his brokerage’s first in-person conference in over a year with a reflection on how COVID changed him and the company. Continue reading