8 things mortgage lenders do that frustrate agents

When the loan process gets derailed, it can set off an entire contagion of events that create a tremendous amount of stress for all involved. Here are eight things mortgage lenders do that frustrate agents to no end. Continue reading

Why agents should be wary of their brokerage’s mobile apps

Brokerages are rushing to arm agents with the latest tools and to get closer to the consumer. But what happens to the data when you leave? Be mindful of who owns your consumer data and leads. Continue reading

The Real Word: Is real estate nearing an employee model?

Will agent employees become the norm? Is Zillow becoming a brokerage? Byron Lazine and Nicole White discuss this and more on this week’s “The Real Word.” Continue reading

I know who we R. Does the National Association of Realtors?

Did you know that two-thirds of Realtors are women? Did you know about only 4 percent of members are under 30? Did you know that the median age for a Realtor is 54? You would never guess by looking at NAR’s advertising campaign. Continue reading

Smart-home tech for agents: Kohler upgrades bathrooms and kitchens for the 21st century

In this week’s “Smart-home tech,” new technology enables homeowners to move seamlessly around their kitchens and bathrooms and have some fun. Check out Kohler’s latest and greatest here. Continue reading

Real estate’s future skills gap: data, security and analytics

Here’s a look at the big picture of what big data and analytics could do for your business and our industry. Continue reading

Forget brick-and-mortar! 6 tips for launching an online brokerage

When considering opening his own indie brokerage, industry veteran Jay Thompson realized the only time he went to the office was for a sales meeting or to pick up a check. So why not eliminate the office rent overhead? That’s just what he did. He creat… Continue reading

Do buyers really determine the sales price?

The conversation at Inman Connect New York changed the way columnist Bernice Ross thinks about home sales pricing. Here’s why. Continue reading

Dear Marketing Mastermind: Does my marketing comply with the code of ethics?

How does the code of ethics inform the way that you approach your marketing strategies and platforms? Get the Marketing Mastermind’s take in this monthly advice column. Continue reading