What agents should know about recent Golden Visa changes

As luxury clients dream about far-flung escapes this summer, agents should be aware of recent changes to Golden Visa programs — and know where their clients can still invest to gain residency. Continue reading

Richard Simonelli returns to CoStar as company strengthens C-suite

CoStar Group revealed its latest executive hires of the summer, with Simonelli returning after six years as Compass’ industry relations SVP. Cyndi Eakin was promoted to chief accounting officer. Continue reading

‘Historic’ agreement aims to break racial barriers in appraisal industry

The Appraisal Foundation will establish $1.22 million scholarship fund to help aspiring appraisers navigate “an alternative, more inclusive path” for fulfilling experience requirements that are said to have contributed to a lack of diversity. Continue reading

CAR changes commission-sharing on forms following DOJ inquiry

The California Association of Realtors says even though offers of compensation among brokers remain legal, members and their clients should not rely on “historically common practices.” Continue reading

Top 6 essential luxury real estate trends of 2024

Stay ahead of the market with Chris Pollinger’s top 6 luxury real estate trends of 2024. Learn what luxury clients are seeking and how to cater to their discerning taste. Continue reading

Using your personal credit cards to pay your business expenses? Stop!

About 80 percent of business owners fall into the trap of using personal credit and financial resources to run their business. Trainer Bernice Ross shares expert strategies for getting your finances in order. Continue reading

Hot-app summer: 15 brightest tech tools for real estate agents

Creating leverage through technology has never been easier, Jimmy Burgess writes. Check out his list of hot apps to make this summer sizzle for your business. Continue reading

Median sales prices rise for 9th week despite slowing demand

The median U.S. home sale price rose for the ninth consecutive week, hitting an all-time high of $397,482 during the four weeks ending July 7. A Redfin report published on Thursday said the upward climb in median sales prices contrasts with weakening h… Continue reading

Thumbtack, MyMove get closer in software integration

The partnership between Thumbtack and MyMove helps link relocating families directly to the types of services so often needed when moving in and out of a home. Continue reading

MoxiWorks laying off employees 1 month after replacing CEO

Real estate marketing and technology company used by more than 400,000 agents nationwide hired AI startup executive Eric Elfman in June to replace founder York Baur as CEO. Continue reading