NYC brokerages unite to launch ‘game-changing’ data platform

Leading residential brokerages in New York City are uniting to offer a new level of transparency to the way consumers and brokers search property. The effort is being called a “game-changer” by high-ranking executives involved in its launch. Continue reading

Luxury sellers won’t budge on price? Share these facts

If a luxury home sits on the market longer than average, the result will be a lower sale price, and other costs will add up quick. Here’s how to explain the true cost to your high-end clients. Continue reading

We didn’t let it break us: A personal look back at the Great Recession

The housing market plummeted in 2008, dragging down with it real estate jobs and the financial stability of so many involved in this industry. Countless real estate professionals and homeowners were affected, and memories of this event will live on for… Continue reading

Minnesota’s two largest multiple listing services are merging

NorthstarMLS is joining forces with Southeast Minnesota Realtors (SEMR) to offer lower combined fees to 88 percent of the state’s real estate pros Continue reading

Blend wants to make applying for a mortgage suck less with AI

The Peter Thiel-backed San Francisco-startup’s new product for lenders, Blend Intelligence, automatically requests documents from borrowers and runs health checks on them. Continue reading

San Antonio Board of Realtors names new CEO after abruptly firing previous leader

The San Antonio Board of Realtors has a new leader, having named Gilbert S. Gonzalez CEO two weeks after Shane Johnson got the boot. Continue reading

How real estate agents can keep themselves safe every day

Learn exactly what type of crime affects the industry and how real estate agents can arm themselves with the best information, resources, tools and apps to stay safe.  Continue reading

6 things you need to know before getting your real estate license

Before taking the leap and becoming a real estate agent, there are a number of things to think through and prepare for as you set yourself up for success. Continue reading