Howard Lorber disclosed broker relationships in board investigation

In advance of his retirement from the firm, Lorber allegedly underwent a five-hour-long internal inquiry, Bloomberg reported, during which he disclosed intimate relationships with agents Jennine Gourin and Jessica Cohen. Continue reading

US home prices rose in 90% of metro areas in Q3, NAR says

Home affordability improved as mortgage rates dipped, bringing the monthly mortgage payment on a typical single-family home with a 20 percent down payment to $2,137 — a 5.5 percent decrease from Q2, though still up 2.4 percent year over year. Continue reading

Anywhere unfazed by 3% revenue decline as luxury segment thrives

Revenue, closed transaction volume and net income fell in Q3, earnings data on Thursday shows. But a strong luxury push and October uptick in buyer activity have set the stage for a robust Q4. Continue reading

The Real Brokerage posts revenue gain as recruitment soars in Q3

The Real Brokerage added more than 2,000 new agents in the third quarter while revenue rose to $372.5 million, according to quarterly earnings Thursday. The company posted a net loss of $2.5 million. Continue reading

Douglas Elliman sees revenue inch upward after tumultuous Q3

New company CEO Michael Liebowitz stressed in an investors call Thursday morning that Douglas Elliman is seeking to diversify its revenue streams and increase ROI as it enters a “new era.” Continue reading

The Q3 calls to watch closely as real estate’s ‘Super Thursday’ unfolds

Anywhere Real Estate, Redfin, eXp World Holdings and seven more of the nation’s largest real estate companies are set to release quarterly data on Thursday that could illuminate their fitness in 2025. Continue reading

Following the leadership journey of a Latina broker-owner

Eva Angelina Romero, a top real estate broker, shares her insights on life, success and building a business you are passionate about. Continue reading

10, 9, 8, 7… Happy 2025! Get a head start on your luxury business goals

Don’t wait until New Year’s to begin setting the table for 2025 success. Luxury expert Kofi Nartey offers strategies to implement starting today. Continue reading

How to build a high-performing, interdependent real estate team

A truly cohesive real estate team, luxury consultant Chris Pollinger writes, can sustain long-term success while trusting, supporting and empowering each other. Continue reading

The art of team selection: 10 tips for finding the right showing agent

Showing homes is a time-consuming, yet vital, part of the buying process. Coach Verl Workman shares how outsourcing the task can benefit your team. Continue reading