David Hasselhoff’s dermatologist is selling a mansion full of NFT art

Non-fungible tokens, which are units of data stored on blockchain, have recently become a trendy form of modern art. Now they’re part of an $88 million mansion listing. Continue reading

The Agency launches in Calgary, adding to its Canadian offices

The new Canadian office will join a number of the brokerage’s existing offices across the country, which include locations in Toronto, Victoria, Oakville, Kitchener and Cowichan. Continue reading

Zero contacts? 6 ways to get clients as a newbie

Making connections is a crucial part of being a real estate agent. But if you’re new to the scene, with no contacts at all, where do you even start? Here are a few tips for finding those potential clients. Continue reading

How to select the right partners for franchising

Expanding into new markets through franchise partners is an exciting opportunity for any business — but it’s also one that takes a lot of planning. Here’s what to think about when picking your partners. Continue reading

How to coach clients through an inventory-depleted market

It’s not easy navigating a market with anemic inventory levels, which is why real estate pros should do what they can to help clients throughout the process. Here are a few key things agents need to do. Continue reading

Scaling your business? 5 pointers for successful growth

Whether you’re expanding your brokerage, team or personal real estate business, here are a few pointers for growth that you can use to ensure an organic expansion — without sacrificing experience. Continue reading

They came for 2-sided deals — then a pocket listing debate broke out

Despite its title — “The End of the Two-Sided Deal: Will This Be The New Normal?” — a panel at Inman Connect quickly turned into an intense debate over the role of pocket listings. Continue reading

Connecting with Mauricio Umansky: The looming luxury shortage

“There is a tremendous shortage of inventory, and I think it’s the only thing holding us back,” the founder of The Agency told Inman leading up to Inman Connect this month. Continue reading

How to prepare your brokerage for a safe return to the office

As agents and staff plan to return to the office, having an action plan that prioritizes safety and wellness is extremely important. Here are a few ways you can create a tailored strategy, while keeping health and wellness top-of-mind. Continue reading

The Agency recognized for COVID safety measures

The Agency became the first residential brokerage to earn a WELL Health-Safety Rating from the International WELL Building Institute. Launched during the height of the pandemic, the rating confirms that a company has taken the proper health and safety … Continue reading