How did more than 900,000 mortgage applicants better their score in 2021?

Higher mortgage credit scores at the time of application gave prospective homeowners the opportunity to qualify for loan programs and lower their cost of homeownership through lower interest rates. Continue reading

Looking to recruit top agents? Beware – the table stakes have changed. Here’s how.

Technology is a larger part of the recruiting equation more and more every year because of the enormous competitive advantages it can provide to agents. Continue reading

What is the Great Tech Migration — and what does it mean for luxury real estate?

Secondary markets, such as Austin, Raleigh, Tampa and Atlanta, have exploded with new tech businesses. These young entrepreneurs bring their big ideas with them, so it’s no surprise that these smaller cities have become centers of startup activity. Continue reading

What do next generation homebuyers need in today’s agent?

In the above session from Connect Now, Eric Kidhardt, Jason Karadus, Liane Jamason, and Marilyn Carson of Corcoran discuss how agents can stand out to the next wave of buyers and provide the best possible experience during their homebuying journey. Continue reading

Top tips to simplify your social media marketing strategy

In the above session from Connect Now, top social media trainers Dylan Handy and Stephanie Alfonso from Elm Street share proven and effective tips on how you can simplify your social media marketing and make a huge impact on your business. Continue reading

Team leaders: Stop talking about “splits” and start talking about these 5 things

You see, the agent should not ask the broker or leader of a company, “What is my split,” but instead they should ask,”What will my net be?” Because “net” is much more important than “split.” Continue reading