Busy but broke: Where new agents waste their time

Ashlee Jankovich writes that new real estate agents must learn to protect their time and focus on the activities that matter most to keep their business on track. Continue reading

Compass posts ‘strongest Q4 results in our history,’ but feels the weight of merger costs

Despite gains in revenue, agent count and gross transaction value, Compass also grappled with a $42.6 million net loss in Q4. Continue reading

5 telltale signs an agent has ‘commission breath’

An agent’s single-minded focus on commission only can bring chaos to a brokerage, managing broker Derek Carlson writes. Here’s what to watch for when you’re recruiting top talent. Continue reading

What high-performing real estate agents do differently from the rest

Most agents use the same tools, chase the same clients and wonder why they plateau, coach Darryl Davis writes. Here’s what the top performers do differently. Continue reading

90% of podcasts don’t last past 3 episodes. Here’s how to keep going

New contributor Tim Garrity shares tips for building your brand reputation and client relationships by staying consistent with your podcast. Continue reading

NAR highlights unseen work of Realtors in new ad campaign

The 1.47-million member organization seeks to show consumers that “agents who are Realtors do more than open doors” with its slate of new ads. Continue reading

Compass CEO Robert Reffkin: No agent ‘should get fined by their MLS’ (VIDEO)

While on stage at Inman Connect New York this month, Reffkin argued that agents shouldn’t have to pay money to the National Association of Realtors. Continue reading

The department store parallel: A warning for the real estate industry

NYC real estate CEO Dezireh Eyn looks at the state of real estate consolidation through the lens of the high-end retail industry. Continue reading

The Robert Duvall School of Real Estate: Why the best agents never stop studying the role

Robert Duvall didn’t need to announce his talent. It was evident in every subtle choice he made. Coach Darryl Davis shows you how to put Duvall’s style to work in your business. Continue reading

The Robert Duvall School of Real Estate: Why the best agents never stop studying the role

Robert Duvall didn’t need to announce his talent. It was evident in every subtle choice he made. Coach Darryl Davis shows you how to put Duvall’s style to work in your business. Continue reading