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Compass announces new sales managers for San Francisco office

By Ben Verde | June 14, 2022 - 7:31 pm |June 14, 2022 Uncategorized

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The company has hired Arthur Meirson, from Coldwell Banker, and will promote agent Christine Schoen to serve as sales managers at its flagship. Continue reading →

Redfin lays off 8% of employees as industry sheds staff

By Taylor Anderson | June 14, 2022 - 5:17 pm |June 14, 2022 Uncategorized

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Redfin follows Compass as second major industry player to lay off hundreds of employees. The move is expected to impact over 500 Redfin employees in agent and support roles. Continue reading →

Compass to cut workforce by 10% amid worsening economy

By Jim Dalrymple II | June 14, 2022 - 4:23 pm |June 14, 2022 Uncategorized

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The layoffs will involve full-time employees, not agents, and come as the housing and stock markets experience a major shift. Continue reading →

Opendoor expands into 3 new markets, hits 50-market milestone

By Jim Dalrymple II | June 14, 2022 - 10:00 am |June 14, 2022 Uncategorized

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The iBuyer will now purchase and sell homes in Boston, Cincinnati and Albuquerque. The expansion comes amid a period of rapid growth for Opendoor. Continue reading →

Another former Compass agent alleges fraud over compensation

By Andrea V. Brambila | June 10, 2022 - 1:54 pm |June 10, 2022 Uncategorized

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California-based agent Mindy Ni alleges Compass failed to pay her commissions and misled her as to the terms of her independent contractor agreement in order to recruit her. Continue reading →

The brokerage slowdown has begun: Mike DelPrete

By Mike DelPrete | June 7, 2022 - 9:02 pm |June 7, 2022 Uncategorized

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The market is softening and it’s reflected in quarterly declines. Fewer transactions mean less brokerage revenue. Continue reading →

Red flag! 12 things agents should watch out for when being recruited

By Lillian Dickerson | June 6, 2022 - 9:00 am |June 6, 2022 Uncategorized

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Here’s what some agents who have recently made strategic moves have to say about keeping one’s eye on the prize when it comes to negotiating contracts with a new brokerage. Continue reading →

Market shifts, rate hikes and why real estate stocks can’t get a break

By Jim Dalrymple II | May 30, 2022 - 9:00 am |May 30, 2022 Uncategorized

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As real estate enters what one observer called a “Wile E. Coyote” moment, real estate companies’ share prices continue to struggle amid market uncertainty. Continue reading →

Luxury home auctions are having a moment. Here’s how to get in on it

By Lillian Dickerson | May 27, 2022 - 3:19 pm |May 27, 2022 Uncategorized

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Luxury homes that eventually go to auction sometimes come across as the black sheep of listings and require a nuanced approach. Here are luxury agent Aaron Kirman’s top tips for success. Continue reading →

Zillow, Opendoor and Compass debut on the Fortune 500

By Jim Dalrymple II | May 23, 2022 - 5:16 pm |May 23, 2022 Uncategorized

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The companies all debuted within a few slots of established player Realogy, and highlight both the role of tech in real estate and the rise of bitter rivalries. Continue reading →