Pulse: Readers share a time when financing derailed a deal

Last week, we asked you share the financing roadblocks that have threatened your deals in the past. From a client failing to disclose a marriage to a lender ghosting everyone a week before closing, here are a few deal-breakers that came between your bu… Continue reading

Why the Equality Act matters — and how you can make a difference

With the Equality Act, the LGBTQ+ community would have anti-discrimination protections during the homeownership journey. Here’s how it can make a difference in the equal and fair treatment of LGBTQ+ buyers and sellers. Continue reading

10 plumbing issues agents should know about (and their solutions)

Plumbing issues can cause so many headaches for buyers, sellers and their agents. If you’re a real estate pro, knowing a few simple tips and having an understanding of these problems can help put your and your clients’ minds at ease. Continue reading

How to steer your brokerage through extreme markets

Operating a brokerage during extreme market fluctuations? You’ll need to develop a strategy — and that starts with supporting your agents, providing superior service and learning how to be flexible through it all. Continue reading

Why are credit score apps different from a lender’s pull?

It’s not unusual for consumers to be baffled by the fact that credit scores from consumer finance websites like Credit Karma are different from what their lender pulls. Micah Curtis explains why that happens. Continue reading

Looking for listings? How to build a real estate farm step-by-step

With inventory at all-time lows, the need to generate listings has never been more pressing. Whether you’ve never built a farm before or it’s been a while since you have, these steps will help you create and grow a thriving geographic real estate farm. Continue reading

6 tips you should share with clients before they refinance

The lending industry is up to its calculators in mortgage refinances right now. Here are six tips for real estate agents to share with their clients. Continue reading

The Real Word: Could independent contractor status die?

Watch Byron Lazine and Nicole White give a real estate agent’s perspective on industry-related topics. In this edition of The Real Word, they’ll discuss the status of real estate agents as independent contractors, how to generate more listings and who’… Continue reading

Smart Home Tech: How to choose smart sensors for your home

Smart sensors are a great way to gain insight into your home, get notified of issues before they become big problems and control other smart devices you may already own. Here’s what to look for. Continue reading

8 trending amenities that luxury buyers want in 2021

The home has become the center of the universe for many of us during the pandemic. In 2021, buyers are seeking unique amenities that make living and working from home exciting and comfortable. Here are a few. Continue reading