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Why indie brokerages still matter

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Dezireh Eyn, CEO of Platinum Properties in New York City, writes that independent brokerages understand their people, their markets and the relationships that make real estate run. Continue reading →

7 critical questions to ask before opening an expansion office

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Troy Palmquist taps Charlotte, North Carolina, real estate CEO David Hoffman to share the lessons he gleaned from opening a new expansion office. Continue reading →

FirstTeam kicks off nationwide expansion in Idaho and Washington

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FirstTeam Real Estate, an independent brokerage with roots in Southern California, is taking its success nationwide. The firm recently announced the launch of its nationwide expansion, starting with new offices in Idaho and Washington. More markets are… Continue reading →

Real estate’s hottest hookups amid merger mania: The Download

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Compression trumps competition as real estate industry heavyweights look for their perfect partners and set themselves up for strength and success in the years ahead. Continue reading →

9 strategies for indie brokers to keep real estate agents thriving

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By investing in your agents with innovative and meaningful initiatives, you’re building a foundation for long-term success, luxury advisor Chris Pollinger writes. Continue reading →

Former California indie brokerage Lyon rebrands to Windermere

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The Sacramento-based company will operate using the name “Windermere Signature Properties” nearly four years after its acquisition. The firm boasts more than 700 agents, as well as 14 offices. Continue reading →

I’m a real estate broker, but I’m no longer a Realtor. Here’s why I quit

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Massachusetts broker Nadine Hiser outlines the differences between NAR-affiliated brokers and independents like her — and why her company, Key Realty Group, made the choice to leave NAR. Continue reading →

Poachers Playbook: How to recruit agents from indies and franchises

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Recruiting is tough these days, but agents at franchises may be especially open to a move this year, according to an analysis of their responses from the latest Inman Intel Index survey. Continue reading →

Intel Broker’s Guide: How to pry recruits from indies, franchises

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It’s tough to recruit from franchises, but that’s where opportunity may lie, according to an analysis of Intel responses from 610 agents. Intel helps craft the right pitch to draw agents mulling a pivot. Continue reading →

3 indie real estate brokerages that are breaking the mold

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Pushing boundaries and changing the status quo, these three independent brokerages offer ideas for moving your own business forward. Continue reading →