New anti-money laundering rule for cash purchases is now in effect

Under the new rule, when a legal entity or trust purchases a piece of residential real estate without the use of financing, closing or settlement agents must report details of the transaction. Continue reading

CertifID grows platform from fraud prevention to closing management

CertifID broadens its platform from wire fraud prevention to full closing workflow management, adding payoff ordering, eSignatures and digital payments. Continue reading

Watchdog: Beef up referral fee disclosure or prepare for lawsuits

A report released on Tuesday by the Consumer Policy Center suggested lawsuits will follow if brokerages, real estate portals and regulators don’t step in and add transparency first. Continue reading

Did this mom of 3 murder her husband to support her real estate habit? A Kouri Richins FAQ

As real estate pro Kouri Richins goes on trial for the murder of her husband, learn more about the wheeling and dealing that may lie behind the motive. Continue reading

The rules have changed. Here’s your legal survival checklist

The agents who thrive in 2026 won’t be the ones who close the most transactions, coach Darryl Davis writes. They’ll be the ones who close them without legal exposure. Continue reading

Redfin CEO Glenn Kelman is stepping down from the company

After 20 years as CEO of one of the largest companies in real estate, Kelman says he now plans to find a role outside of the industry. Continue reading

Lighten up: How this agent leans into the joy of real estate

Learn how Barbato’s previous professional experience as an architect informs the scope of his real estate career and how he learned to lead with joy. Continue reading

Reputation is the only currency that matters in real estate

Find out how “agent’s agent” Mike Fabbri works and why he loves the HBO-worthy levels of drama that a real estate career provides. Continue reading

How 2 friends created 1 of the top women-led teams in New York City

Through long-term planning, persistence and good relationships, Alli Chiaramonte and Tania Friedland of the ATelier Team have created a high-powered small team climbing its way to the top of NYC’s luxury market. Continue reading

Stop trying to be all things to all people as a real estate agent

Find out how this Hamptons agent balances a demanding business with real downtime and how that shapes his approach to his professional and personal lives. Continue reading