Do iBuyers make fair market offers?

To fulfill their strategies and build a viable business that makes money, iBuyers will need to operate walled gardens under their control. Continue reading

Keller Williams just had its ‘most impressive quarter’ ever

Keller Williams, according to its published third-quarter results, saw both transaction sides and sales volume increase year-over-year at a faster pace than the rest of the industry, according to the National Association of Realtors. Continue reading

Proptech developers launch free alternative online real estate school

Brothers Matt and Neil Walter of Arti have launched an online school for real estate agents that’s free and offers unique classes and ongoing programs. Continue reading

NAR votes on ethics training, ‘free’ agents and a new $6M nonprofit

The National Association of Realtors’ board of directors approved a slew of new policies Monday, including rules that will require agents complete ethics training less frequently. Continue reading

Are open houses too dangerous to justify?

Following a wave of headlines about open house-related crime, agents say safety issues are a growing concern in the real estate industry. Continue reading

Pulse: 26 handlers for ‘Another agent said we could get more money’

We asked, and you all came out in droves to share your best responses. Our favorite handlers from last week’s Pulse survey include asking to see the other agent’s math and emphasizing an ethical obligation to disagree. Continue reading

How to bring veteran clients value by understanding MPRs

Getting through the VA’s appraisal process can be a deal-breaking nightmare — if you don’t know how it works. Navy veteran and agent Phil Capron, sheds some light on common loan-approval issues you can help veteran clients avoid. Continue reading

NAR board overwhelmingly approves pocket listing policy

In a 729-70 vote, the trade group’s 800-member board on Monday morning voted to approve the Clear Cooperation Policy. Continue reading

5 indicators for timing your market

Thanks to experience and a highly analytical approach to real estate’s cyclical nature, expert and author Robert Campbell has a huge edge when it comes to timing market shifts. Here are the five stats to watch and why a downturn might be around the cor… Continue reading

WATCH: Delivering 7-star service in a 3-star industry

Connect Flashback: How one agent sustains 100 percent referral business with 7-star service. Continue reading