NAR to require workplace behavior training for volunteer leaders

Approved handily, the proposal was one of 11 from NAR’s Culture Transformation Commission, a group founded a year ago in the wake of accusations of harassment, intimidation and retaliation. Continue reading

Lisa Seligman named SVP of human resources at Douglas Elliman

Seligman brings to Douglas Elliman more than two decades of experience in human resources management roles at a number of luxury and beauty companies, including Arcade Beauty, L’Occitane en Provence, Tiffany & Co., Shiseido and more. Continue reading

Going beyond Pride: Practical ways to be an ally all year long

When you think of celebrating Pride, is it only in the month of June? Nick Acosta shares his personal message about growing up, the importance of community, and speaking out about Pride issues in the real estate industry. Continue reading

6 steps to increase diversity in both your office and business plan

Studies show that the U.S. residential housing market is becoming more diverse. Diversity expert Julia Lashay Israel shares why it is important for team leaders to reevaluate their business models and practices right now. Continue reading

Echovate’s latest iteration helps build better teams

Part of what’s new is a mentorship adviser, a tool that juxtaposes new agents’ profiles with existing performers to determine who in-house could best help them assimilate and succeed. Continue reading

You’re a successful agent … so what’s next?

You’ve built a successful career as an agent. You’ve mastered writing offers, crushed open houses, and done more showings than you can count. So, what now? What is your next step? Opening your own brokerage and taking the leap into ownership is a great… Continue reading

Four things agents should do if business slows

Social distancing. Consumer fears. Government guidelines. Staying productive during this historic time is one great way to not only keep morale up but also prepare for when restrictions are lifted and normalcy is regained. Continue reading

3 luxury real estate development trends to watch in 2020

Forget “location, location, location.” For luxury real estate today, it’s all about “lifestyle, lifestyle, lifestyle.” As a real estate agent for Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage in Boston and a Coldwell Banker Global Luxury Ambassador, I’ve watch… Continue reading

How do you build a culture-driven office — and why does it matter?

Good recruiters and franchise owners know that recruiting real estate professionals is not a one-size-fits-all game. Agents choose their home offices based on a number of factors that mean the most to them. The trick is figuring out what the combinatio… Continue reading

Realogy launches ambitious agent benefits program

Spark will use Realogy’s size to get better deals on things like health, disability and life insurance for the company’s agents. Continue reading