Realtor income edges up 4% despite market softening: NAR

The National Association of Realtors released its 2024 Member Profile on Wednesday, which revealed that its typical member earned a median gross income of $58,100 — up from $55,800 in 2023. Continue reading

3 social media lead gen lessons from the Trump vs. Powell drama

Capture attention and build relationships by helping your clients navigate the implications of headline-grabbing topics, Josh Ries writes. Continue reading

Las Vegas real estate pro finds pig’s head in mail after AI deal closing

A letter that accompanied the bloodied animal head sent to Agrippa CEO Blake Owens asserted that “‘AI’ is not going to replace brokers,” in a sign that it was likely sent by a broker who feels threatened by the new technology. Continue reading

Price adjustments are back: How to have tough conversations without losing the listing

Don’t fear having this conversation with your frustrated sellers, coach Darryl Davis writes. Putting it off too long costs your clients time, money and momentum. Continue reading

Fire country: A growing threat to homes, lives, real estate careers

Fire doesn’t just destroy structures, Chris Drayer writes. It changes markets and careers, and if we’re not paying attention, it will burn us. Continue reading

6 tech tools to elevate your listing presentation on a budget

Want to land the listing? Marketing expert Alyssa Stalker offers tech tools designed to help you make a big impression on potential clients. Continue reading

No gimmicks: Just 5 things that work for real estate entrepreneurs

Whether you’re a solo agent building your brand, a team leader scaling your operations or a broker expanding your vision, these five keys from Julia Lashay Israel form the foundation of lasting success. Continue reading

Mortgage trigger leads will be less crazy, but they ain’t going away

Loopholes in new law mean credit bureaus will still be able to sell applicants’ information to their current lender, servicer or bank — a boon for lenders who also service their own loans. Continue reading

Opendoor grows revenue and trims losses in 2nd quarter rally

Opendoor managed to increase its revenue and cut its losses in a reassuring sign for investors just a few months after the iBuyer was at risk of being delisted from the stock market. However, the company also said it expects lower acquisition and resa… Continue reading