How to help homesellers understand fair housing

Most homeowners want to do the right thing, but they don’t always understand how they can unintentionally discriminate against a qualified buyer. According to broker Teresa Boardman, transparency and communication are the keys to ensuring optimal outco… Continue reading

The real estate prospecting conversation-starters every listing agent needs in 2022

Remember, when you’re cold-calling, you’re serving — not selling, coach Darryl Davis reminds. He offers three concepts and six dialogues that can help you communicate more effectively. Continue reading

How will autonomous self-driving cars affect real estate?

Innovations in technology have already changed buyer behavior over the years. Carl Medford looks at how driverless vehicles may (or may not) continue the shift. Continue reading

Should your clients bid over asking price? A look at pros and cons

In a hot seller’s market, how should agents help their clients with pricing, bidding strategies and closing successfully? Broker Jenny Usaj offers keys to setting appropriate buyer expectations from the start. Continue reading

Offers are just the beginning: How to get top dollar for sellers

Is your seller receiving a high number of multiple offers? Here’s how mega team leader Carl Medford ensures his sellers are completely satisfied that they got the best price and terms possible. Continue reading

Millennials ditching starter homes will lead summer inventory boost

In Realtor.com’s latest housing report published on Wednesday, the portal said 64 percent of prospective homesellers plan to list their home by October. Older millennials are primed to lead the charge as they ditch starter homes for bigger abodes. Continue reading

Reports of ‘Great Migration’ may be greatly exaggerated, new study says

Most homebuyers considering a move are looking to relocate relatively close to their current home, according to new data released Thursday from proptech company OJO Labs. Continue reading

7 hot spring market tips to boost business and keep burnout at bay

White-knuckle negotiations, nervous buyers, low listing inventory, mental fatigue — there’s a lot to take in every day right now. Here are a few ways to help you stay grounded, focused and ready for whatever the market throws your way. Continue reading

Compass completes its remarkable climb to become top producer

Compass completed $251.1 billion in transactions last year, more than any other brokerage firm. HomeServices of America had the most sides. Continue reading

Zillow cancels 400 Zillow Offers contracts due to closing restraints

Hundreds of sellers awaiting new builds will have to sell their homes another way after Zillow canceled contracts for closings set for late 2022 through its defunct iBuyer, Zillow Offers. Continue reading