Goodbye ‘NRT,’ hello ‘Realogy Brokerage Group’

Realogy is changing the name of its company-owned brokerage to Realogy Brokerage Group, but Realogy Franchise Group will retain its name. Continue reading

Lesson Learned: Offer insights, not answers

In this weekly column, real estate agents across the nation share stories of the lessons they’ve learned during their time in the industry. This week, find out how Raleigh-Durham agent Matthew Szalecki learned that when it comes to the hard decisions, … Continue reading

How to cut through the noise and learn to trust your gut

You should think carefully and set up some rules before blindly trusting the advice of others. There’s something to be said for developing self-confidence, knowing yourself and understanding what’s right for you. Continue reading

Want to be a top producer? Do these 6 things

These six ingredients are what all top producers are made of, and with hard work and dedication, anyone can become a top agent. Here’s what you need to rise to the top. Continue reading

How to fail at business in 4 easy steps

What do Andrew Carnegie, Benjamin Franklin, Oprah, John D. Rockefeller, John Paul DeJoria, Steve Jobs and Walt Disney have in common? Learn what really powers success in entrepreneurship here. Continue reading

How a broker went from homeless to building a $14M development

Lafayette, Louisiana-based broker Terrica Smith shares how surviving Hurricane Katrina led her to her calling — providing affordable housing. Continue reading

6 rules for keeping the deal on track every time

There are six fundamental rules an agent must follow to enable transactions to move forward expeditiously and with integrity. Without these critical elements, the transaction is at risk of collapsing and leaving all parties frustrated and angry in its … Continue reading

Court upholds $6.75M award for graffiti destroyed at 5Pointz

Twenty-one artists will be awarded $6.75 million seven years after suing developer Gerald Wolkoff for whitewashing their work at graffiti art mecca 5Pointz. Continue reading

Zillow CEO Rich Barton joins billionaire club after stock surge

Rich Barton, who has the largest individual stake in Zillow with 15.8 million shares, is now a billionaire after Zillow Group stock value soars to $64 per share. Continue reading