Root cause of inventory crisis dates back more than a decade: NAR

The US has been underbuilding for more than a decade, according to a new analysis by the National Association of Realtors. Without a solution, homeownership will become more difficult to obtain. Continue reading

Compass shows up in Missouri with offices in Kansas City, St. Louis

Compass has launched its first markets in Missouri with 40 agents across Kansas City and St. Louis. This is Compass’ eighth new market since its IPO. Continue reading

Compass attempts to recruit owner of large Beverly Hills brokerage

A Beverly Hills-based Compass recruiter attempted to recruit Normand & Associates President Michael Nourmand as an agent. Continue reading

SoftBank-backed construction startup shutters US operations

Following a final $200 million investment from SoftBank, Katerra is closing after years of financial mismanagement and rising construction costs. Continue reading

Tribus debuts mobile app to augment lead follow-up, in-house communication

Real estate technology company Tribus has released a new mobile app for Android and iPhone to help agents communicate with leads and manage business. Continue reading

Feeling overwhelmed? 12 systems to automate your business growth

Your ability to systematize your efforts and build powerful processes directly impacts your success. To fuel your growth and ensure your real estate business fires on all cylinders, use these 12 real estate agent tips and systems. Continue reading

Home efficiency startup Pearl Certification raises $9.5M

Pearl Certification evaluates the energy efficiency of new and existing homes. The startup will use the funding to expand its services and market reach. Continue reading

Hot housing market, unemployment fuel record-high NAR membership 

The National Association of Realtors credited the boom in membership in 2020 to a robust housing market and Americans’ career shifts during the pandemic. Continue reading

Summer travelers are looking to make up for lost time and that could spell debt for some Americans

Research shows three quarters of Americans plan to travel in the next 12 months  Many Americans say they are more likely to splurge on travel or an experience than before than pandemic  Among respondents who plan to travel in the next 12 months, nearly a quarter plan to knowingly take on debt to finance their […]

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