Tracy McLaughlin leaves Compass for The Agency

Tracy McLaughlin has joined the The Agency, leaving Compass four months after it acquired her former brokerage, Pacific Union International. Continue reading

Is OwnersRE.com the agent-free answer for commission-phobic sellers?

Formally launched this month after a three-month soft release, the company charges owners $250 for use of the platform, which includes a website and productivity dashboard for the home. Continue reading

Listen, love and appreciate: 5 things 2018 taught this KW broker

New year’s goals and resolutions aren’t everyone’s cup of tea — but a good bit of reflection never hurt anyone. For one Keller Williams broker, the end of the year brought many lessons about business, leadership, relationships and more. Here are the to… Continue reading

What you should know about the next generation of wealth

Mostly composed of millennials, HENRY — an acronym that stands for “high earners not rich yet” — describes a niche subset of the population that represents the next generation of wealth. Here are the facts. Continue reading

Warren Buffett’s brokerage acquires one of his franchisees

The transaction continues HomeServices of America’s years-long acquisition spree, putting it even closer to overtaking NRT, the brokerage company owned by Realogy, as the largest brokerage firm in the country by sales volume. Continue reading

How to get a disagreeable buyer couple on the same page

We always have to be prepared to lead buyers in the best way possible to get their dream home. But what happens when the client is actually a couple that refuses to agree? Here are some tips on how to make the process work for everyone. Continue reading

5 game-changers that rattled real estate in 2018

As we look ahead to a healthy and productive new year, let’s take a moment to reflect on the major events and market forces that shaped 2018. Five key factors rocked real estate last year — understand these, and you’ll cash in on a successful 2019. Continue reading