Real estate’s secret weapon is radical personalization: Umansky

Radical personalization is the real differentiator that turns a transaction into a story and a client into an advocate, The Agency’s Mauricio Umansky writes. Continue reading

Why indie brokerages still matter

Dezireh Eyn, CEO of Platinum Properties in New York City, writes that independent brokerages understand their people, their markets and the relationships that make real estate run. Continue reading

Foreign buyer property purchases in the US rose 33% from last year

Chinese and Canadian buyers make up the largest portion of international buyers. The median purchase price for foreign buyers also hit a new record high at $494,400, according to a National Association of Realtors report. Continue reading

Foreign buyer property purchases in the US rose 33% from last year

Chinese and Canadian buyers make up the largest portion of international buyers. The median purchase price for foreign buyers also hit a new record high at $494,400, according to a National Association of Realtors report. Continue reading

Why high-end buyers are still spending big on luxury real estate

Wealthy consumers are looking for houses as they seek strategic investments and relative safety amid tumultuous times Continue reading

Jade Mills advises new agents not to neglect Sunday open houses

The luxury real estate vet spoke with Inman about market trends, tips for newbie agents, how to handle difficult clients and more in advance of her appearance at Luxury Connect. Continue reading

Whether it’s a penthouse or a purse, visibility matters: Exclusive

Coldwell Banker Realty President and CEO Kamini Lane writes that private property listing claims ignore the basic logic of supply and demand. Continue reading

Teams Spotlight: Ricardo Rodriguez and Associates

Learn why this powerhouse New England team lead and his agents don’t just sell homes; they shape experiences. Continue reading

7 steps to reset and rebuild when your team loses a rainmaker

If you’ve designed a business that relies on just one person (even if it’s you), luxury expert Chris Pollinger writes, you need to know what to do if that person is no longer producing at the same level. Continue reading

Compass acquires Colorado-based indie PorchLight Real Estate Group

The firm was founded in 2005 and closed $922.3 million in sales volume in 2024, according to RealTrends. About 180 agents will be making the move to Compass. Continue reading