Mauricio Umansky: To be great, ‘you have to dare to be bad’

The Agency CEO this week predicted more change ahead for the real estate industry, said agents are angry, and argued in favor of raising the bar for obtaining a real estate license. Continue reading

American Real Estate Association debuts membership program

The association aims to offer an alternative to NAR and is launching its membership program when there is a “lot of dissatisfaction with the status quo,” according to one co-founder. Continue reading

Maximizing ROI: Key home updates sellers should prioritize

Sellers are always seeking ways to maximize their return on investment when selling a home. Mauricio Umansky shares the key updates to focus on so they can get the most out of the transaction. Continue reading

Stay, go or boomerang? 5 tips for agents planning a switch

Stay, go or go back? When you’re not content with your real estate brokerage, it can be tough to make the choice. Here, The Agency’s Farah Levi gives guidance on things to consider before making a major move. Continue reading

What do the clients of tomorrow need (and how can your brokerage offer it)?

You and your brokerage must always look ahead, stay nimble and anticipate the needs and expectations of tomorrow’s clients. Continue reading

Mauricio Umansky’s 8 secrets to setting life-changing goals

We’re all familiar with the goal-setting process, but how do you make your intentions become reality this year? Here are The Agency co-founder’s top eight tips for setting powerful goals that will boost not only your business but also your overall qual… Continue reading

Relationship-building gold: 5 moves for the win

Real estate is a competitive industry. Almost any agent can get the job done, but truly successful agents will go above and beyond to make sure their clients feel understood and genuinely cared for. Continue reading

Future 15: Tackling next-gen buyers with The Agency and Knock CEOs

Mauricio Umansky, Founder and CEO of the premier brokerage, The Agency, and Sean Black, Co-Founder and CEO of Knock, took the main stage of the Hilton Midtown Grand Ballroom by storm Tuesday to tackle the next segment of Future 15. Continue reading

The luxury market in 2021: sky-high prices, scandals and acquisitions

The luxury housing market had a strong year in 2021 as high-net-worth individuals continued to buy and sell homes at a quick pace. The market saw big acquisitions, eye-popping deals and exciting new trends. Continue reading