How strategic partnerships can help your brokerage stand out

Whether it’s providing a value-add for agents, boosting awareness of your brand in a new market or generating more sales, strategic partnerships can give you the edge over others in the industry in so many ways. Here are a few. Continue reading

America’s hottest neighborhoods: The North End in Boise, Idaho

The North End has hiking trails, coffee shops, a popular co-op and tree-lined streets. Those amenities have helped make it eminently livable and one of the hottest neighborhoods in the U.S. Continue reading

Inman Handbook on Homeward

Homeward provides the buying power of a cash purchase to noncash homebuyers, allowing for more competitive offers and a better chance at winning in a multiple-offer situation. Continue reading

Do you speak the 5 love languages of customer service?

In the hottest, most competitive markets most agents have seen in their careers come major challenges. Clients need reassurance that you’ve got it under control, which might mean customizing your service based on their “love language.” Here’s how to do… Continue reading

Low inventory? 11 ways to generate more listings ASAP

Your ability to generate listings will be key in this being your best year in this business. Take action on one or more of these 11 strategies, and you will see your opportunities to take more listings expand. Continue reading

Joining Clubhouse? Get the lowdown on this buzzy app

By now, you’ve probably already heard of Clubhouse, the invite-only audio app that’s taking the social media world by storm. As a real estate agent, here are the basics you need to know — plus a few tips to get started. Continue reading

Washington to revoke the license of Compass’ closing services firm

Modus, the closing services software company, allegedly violated state statutes over co-branding, social media advertising and mechanisms it used to lure clients. Continue reading

Realogy appoints first black board member

Felicia Williams is a veteran executive from retailer Macy’s. She’ll serve on the Realogy board’s audit committee. Continue reading

Compass brings on No. 1 Vail agent, Tye Stockton

Stockton and his five-person team have moved over to Compass from Ascent Sotheby’s International Realty, the brokerage announced on Thursday. Continue reading