2019 was the year of the Multiple Listing Service

It was a big year for MLSs — pocket listings, bombshell lawsuits and the relentless march of technology all dominated MLS news. Here are the most noteworthy trends. Continue reading

This ’emerging job’ is quietly driving the real estate industry

Compass, Zillow, Redfin and Realogy executives all agree that artificial intelligence specialists are crucial to the future of real estate. But supply, it turns out, isn’t meeting demand. Continue reading

3 social media strategies for becoming hyperlocal

Being hyperlocal in your community starts with interacting on a grass roots level. Savvy agents provide real value to their sphere of influence in a multitude of ways. Here are a few strategies to help you get started. Continue reading

What will 2020 bring? A look back at the past decade

As we’re heading into 2020, let’s take a moment to mentally drift back over the past decade and open up to the possibilities of the next 10 years.  Continue reading

Assist-2-Sell ‘shocked and dismayed’ at NAR response to pocket listing concerns

The discount franchisor has consistently opposed pocket listing bans, and said in a new letter Tuesday that it was shocked by NAR’s response to its complaints. Continue reading

A NAR name change, retirements and a big IPO: My 2020 predictions

For Compass, the National Association of Realtors, MoxiWorks and Realogy, 2020 will be a rollercoaster ride. Continue reading

Realogy CEO: The industry is experiencing a ‘flight to quality’

Ryan Schneider talks about his two years at the helm of the nation’s largest holding company and why he removed a Bloomberg terminal from his office. Continue reading