What can we learn from the most expensive sale in the US?

David Friedman, co-founder of WealthQuotient, talks through the recent $238 million Central Park South Penthouse purchase by hedge fund magnate and founder of Citadel, Ken Griffin, and what we can learn about ultra-high-net-worth individuals. Continue reading

How are millennials combating affordability issues?

In a new survey from Clever Real Estate, millennial respondents said they’re planning to buy a house within the next 12 months — and many of them are considering homes that’ll save them money in unconventional ways. Continue reading

NAR wants to replace Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac

The National Association of Realtors (NAR) wants to replace Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac with a new entity that would be private, but regulated like a utility, that the organization believes would ensure the mortgage industry keeps running long-term. Continue reading

4 tips for revamping your listing presentation for today’s sellers

Most seller’s agents don’t know exactly why they were chosen as the listing agent — and they don’t ask — so they end up using the same listing presentation year after year. If you are in need of a listing presentation refresh, use these four savvy and … Continue reading

Dear Marketing Mastermind: Should I use exclamation points in my marketing?

In this monthly advice column, Marketing Mastermind Christy Murdock Edgar answers three burning questions from the real estate industry at large. This month’s topic: listing marketing. Want to reach out to local homeowners and then effectively list the… Continue reading

Redfin is officially live in Canada

Redfin’s brokerage services and listings website are officially live in Toronto, Canada. Starting Tuesday, users can log onto www.redfin.ca to see homes for sale in the greater Toronto area, with Vancouver next and other cities to follow. Continue reading

WATCH: How to rethink your financial goals in a new market

As a real estate agent, your business and personal finances are intermingled because you’re self-employed. Raj Bhaskar, CEO of Hurdlr, wants you to think of your finances as a funnel, and put your personal finances at the top. Continue reading

Court upholds dismissal in Zestimate lawsuit

The United States Court of Appeals For the Seventh Circuit upheld a May ruling to dismiss a lawsuit filed against real estate technology giant Zillow. Continue reading

WATCH: Understanding real estate tokenization

What is tokenized real estate? How can cryptocurrency transactions help offset the shifting market? Piper Moretti, founder and CEO of The Crypto Realty Group, gives an overview of how it works and how agents can benefit onstage at Inman Connect New Yor… Continue reading

WATCH: Leaders from NRT, Zillow and Coldwell Banker talk innovation

For leaders like NRT’s Ryan Gorman, Zillow’s Susan Daimler and Coldwell Banker’s Heather Ostrom, innovation is a requirement, not an option. Listen in as they share their thoughts onstage at Inman Connect New York. Continue reading