Office-exclusive listings are the same as pocket listings. Why doesn’t NAR think so?

Under the Clear Cooperation Policy, a listing can be “withheld” from the MLS and become an “office-exclusive” listing. Broker Teresa Boardman questions the wisdom of this exception. Continue reading

Blame it on the ‘volatile housing market’: Your Q4 2022 earnings roundup

As companies report their Q4 and full-year earnings, industry-watchers read the tea leaves for indications of what’s working now — and what’s likely to happen next. Continue reading

Combine social listening with your CRM to upgrade your marketing

Tech tools, such as social listening and customer relationship management software, allow agents to use data in real time to make informed decisions about both marketing and sales of properties. Continue reading

How bad is it? A value-cost analysis of top marketing tools and tactics

When it comes to effectively marketing one’s personal brand, there are a number tools and tactics that might cost time, money, energy or repeat business, and therefore, it’s imperative to parse through what’s worth the investment and what’s not. Continue reading

11 FREE tools for stunning social media graphics on a budget

Whether you’re looking to quickly make easy graphics or informative and engaging content, these free tools offer a wide range of features to help you elevate your social media presence.   Continue reading

From manager to president — growth and leadership lessons

It’s not enough to maintain the status quo, Douglas Elliman’s Peter Hannis Hernandez writes. Making your mark as a leader involves a growth mindset and a focus on the bottom line. Continue reading

The no-nonsense guide to bootstrapping a real estate business

Think DIY is just for newbies to the real estate industry? Find out how you can bootstrap aspects of your business at any point — and how to decide which skills you bring to the table. Continue reading

How to brand yourself when you’re broke (Hint: Think Bergdorf’s)

In the first event of Fordham Real Estate Institute’s new series, Bess Freedman, CEO of Brown Harris Stevens, sat down with her mentor Barbara Corcoran for the kickoff of the school’s “Titan Talks.” Continue reading

Helping new buyers get ‘invested’ in real estate

When working with buyers, take that conversation one step further, and share what you know about the different investment opportunities in real estate. Continue reading