NAR aims to shake off ‘greedy Realtor’ image with new vision

NAR’s Strategic Thinking Advisory Committee came up with new statements in collaboration with Havas, the same ad agency responsible for the “That’s Who We R” campaign. Continue reading

Everything is public. Is the real estate industry ready?

If you step back and look at the recent debate about pocket listings it was about transparency. Make listings available for everyone to see instantly. No holding back. Continue reading

Notarize partners with Ellie Mae to advance digital closings

In a move that could bring the digital closing experience to a large number of new consumers, Notarize announced Thursday that it has teamed up with real estate tech giant Ellie Mae. Continue reading

Making repair requests? 7 guidelines to ensure the deal doesn’t tank

Buyers who produce a laundry list of non-critical items run the risk of alienating sellers and ending up with little or nothing. Although it’s important to get the best possible terms for the buyer, there is often a fine line between reasonable and not. Continue reading

Why open houses — home and away — are lead machines

There’s been a lot of debate about the value of open houses. In my opinion, they’re great for networking and expanding your sphere of influence, and they can help you cast a wider net for business. They can also help you refresh your sense of perspecti… Continue reading

A Realtor’s lament: Why open houses feel dirty

Open houses are beyond passé — they feel wrong. They’re no better than waiting around on the street corner for someone to procure your services, much like what goes on in the red light district. Continue reading

Keeping It Real: Be a leader during uncertain times

On this edition of “Keeping It Real,” a recurring podcast series on Inman, Peter Lorimer discusses how agents should react when those around them feel unsure about the future.  Continue reading

Joy, despair following vote on NAR’s pocket listing policy

Comments on the proposal have been split, with some suggesting the overwhelming majority vote may not represent the industry at large. Take this poll to share your opinion. Continue reading

Joy, despair following vote on NAR’s pocket listing policy

Comments on the proposal have been split, with some suggesting the overwhelming majority vote may not represent the industry at large. Take this poll to share your opinion. Continue reading