Real estate commissions are inflated by as much as $50 billion per year due to the lack of price competition created by having listing brokers set co-op fees for buyer brokers, according to the report in the Berkeley Business Law Journal. Continue reading
Whether you use it for reputation management, keeping an eye on the agents you work with or getting an edge on the competition, Google Alerts are an invaluable tool. Here are a few creative ways to use this powerful tool. Continue reading
Volunteering has helped agent Marilyn Blume become a better businessperson by both honing and expanding her knowledge and skill set. In this column, she shares how she’s grown through her volunteering experiences. Continue reading
I’ve learned how not to conduct an in-home appointment with prospective clients from the worst salespeople who have visited my home. Here I spread the wealth of my painfully gained knowledge. Continue reading
As the market cools, there’ll be more and more competition for the same inventory. Here are six reminders on the fundamentals of finding your edge. Continue reading
As the regional executive vice president of the eastern seaboard and midwest regions at Coldwell Banker NRT, Sue Yannaccone oversees 239 Coldwell Banker offices. Continue reading
Real estate brokerages anticipate big challenges to come from evolving technology and “nontraditional market participants,” according to a new NAR survey. Continue reading
To help you stand out and win the confidence of your potential seller clients, here are 10 tips to make a lasting impression on your next listing presentation. Continue reading