Zillow quietly removes client data sharing requirement from broker program

Zillow quietly removed language from the contract of its newest lead generation tool after Realtors complained and wondered if the contract’s requirements would have them violate the Code of Ethics and Standards of Practice of the National Association … Continue reading

Rising taxes drive up closing costs: What’s a buyer to do?

Closing costs are on the rise (thanks mostly to taxes), so how can first-time buyers on a tight budget make sure they will have enough cash on hand before they sign a contract? Find out here what programs and data are available to help. Continue reading

Just starting in real estate? Build a strong online presence from day 1

Here’s a walkthrough of the realities of launching a successful real estate career and growing an online presence by leveraging the most powerful and cost-effective tool — social media. Continue reading

Compass CEO acknowledges tech problems, promises fixes in 2019

Compass CEO Robert Reffkin highlighted the trials and tribulations of a watershed year of expansion in an end-of-year email delivered to staff and agents. Continue reading

New platform poised to organize your brokerage tech stack

DeltaMediaGroup’s DeltaNet is an enterprise platform that offers a multi-faceted business and marketing management solution for midsize and large brokerages. Continue reading

6 things to say to clients worried about stock market volatility

With no end in sight to market volatility, managing client jitteriness is likely to be one of Realtors’ primary responsibilities in the coming months. Continue reading

Trying to build an online presence? Start here

With 42 percent of buyers finding their agents by referral, you should focus on the easiest way to get referrals — content marketing. Here’s how to get started and keep it consistent. Continue reading