Riley Warwick on Aspen’s ultra-hot market and that $108M sale

Warwick recently double-ended Colorado’s first-ever, six-figure sale in the representation of an off-market property on Aspen’s picturesque Willoughby Way. He shared with Inman what makes the market so hot. Continue reading

Luxury home prices have reached new heights: Redfin

With a recent boost to inventory and steady demand for high-end properties, luxury homeowners are ready to cash out on existing homes and use their cash power to buy a new home, fueling price growth. Continue reading

7 strategies to turn today’s bad economic news into more deals

Frustrated and anxious about economic conditions? Trainer Bernice Ross writes that, instead of waiting for change, agents can move forward with confidence by following these strategies. Continue reading

Agents maneuver a labyrinthine legal landscape: The Download

There’s been a heapin’ helpin’ of new developments in the commission lawsuits. Here’s how to pivot and  be ready for whatever comes next. Continue reading

‘RHONY’s’ Erin Lichy heads to Compass to launch new team

The reality TV star has left the Eklund Gomes Team at Douglas Elliman to start the Erin + Alex Team at Compass with the firm’s Alexandra Hedaya. The team will operate in New York, the Hamptons and Florida. Continue reading

Digital insurance marketplace Matic grows mortgage clientele

With new clients including USA Mortgage and New American Funding, Matic says it’s doing business with more 100 mortgage lenders and servicers that together process 20 percent of U.S. home loans. Continue reading

Defendants fight to get homebuyer commission suits tossed

The National Association of Realtors, Keller Williams, Anywhere, RE/MAX, Compass, eXp and others offered a slew of arguments for why the Batton 1 and Batton 2 cases should be thrown out. Continue reading

‘The sky is not falling’: Fighting fear and frustration post-settlement

Brokerage owner Nick Schlekeway looks at the consumer, governmental and industry forces that have led to the current post-settlement landscape and the opportunities they present for those willing to move forward. Continue reading

Build bridges with these answers to frequent NAR settlement queries

Don’t get defensive and burn bridges when you talk about your commission and recent settlements. Jimmy Burgess shares talking points to educate seller clients and the public about the state of your business. Continue reading