Phoenix Realtors offer MLS Choice amid 3-way agreement pushback
The new membership option will give agents who aren't members of local, state or national Realtor associations access to state-compliant forms as alternative to NAR's '3-way agreement'
by Taylor Anderson Nov 20
Lamacchia Realty finalizes Stone Ridge Properties acquisition
The acquisition of the Massachusetts-based brokerage marks Lamacchia Realty's 10th acquisition in the state over the past 16 months, adding offices in Newburyport and Amesbury
by Lillian Dickerson Nov 20
Lesson Learned: Don't be afraid to ask questions
Find out how New York City real estate agent Andrea Wernick became a seller specialist and why she believes in the power of staging
by Christy Murdock Nov 20
From W2 to 1099: How to set up your new real estate business
Rick Guerrero talks to coach Katherine Loucaidou about making the leap from a steady full-time job to running your own real estate business
by Rick Guerrero Nov 20
With focus on mortgage business, Zillow launches 'BuyAbility' tool
Zillow releases a new 'BuyAbility' tool it says helps consumers find homes they can actually afford to buy after accounting for more variables
by Taylor Anderson Nov 19
After NAR NXT, it's clear: NAR is leading us into more lawsuits 
Opinion
This is a moment of transformation in our industry, and you have a choice: adapt or fall behind, coach Darryl Davis writes. Don’t wait for the market to dictate your future. Take control
by Darryl Davis Nov 19
7 elements for crafting airtight contracts in a post-Sitzer world
As real estate continues to evolve in a post-Sitzer | Burnett era, contract documents are likely to be refined and modified to reflect current trends, broker Cara Ameer writes
by Cara Ameer Nov 19
25 contract terms every new agent should master before 2025
Cara Ameer and Nicole Solari share the 25 terms that are crucial for new agents to explain to buyers and sellers without the benefit of crib notes
by Cara Ameer AND Nicole Solari Nov 19
7 inexpensive gifts to say 'thank you' this Thanksgiving
It's gratitude season, Darryl Davis writes, so let's show how much our colleagues, clients, vendors and friends mean with these affordable and original gift ideas
by Darryl Davis Nov 19
NAR perks and lavish spending spotlight of New York Times report
Volunteer National Association of Realtors' leaders received perks and payment that lawyers say could run afoul of US tax laws, according to an investigation by the Times published on Monday
by Taylor Anderson Nov 18
Homie
In the latest filing in its quest for damages, Utah-based discount brokerage Homie asserted NAR, KW, RE/MAX and others created and enforced rules that amounted to an illegal conspiracy
by Taylor Anderson Nov 18
What does true business alignment really mean?
True alignment, strategist Molly McKinley writes, offers opportunities for growth, innovation and transformation in both your business and the industry at large
by Molly McKinley Nov 18
Mauricio Umansky: To be great, 'you have to dare to be bad'
The Agency CEO this week predicted more change ahead for the real estate industry, said agents are angry, and argued in favor of raising the bar for obtaining a real estate license
by Jim Dalrymple II Nov 18
Take the Inman Intel Index survey for November
Opinion
The post-August-deadline adjustment period is drawing to a close, and the next chapter is about to begin. Add your insights to the Inman Intel Index, real estate's most ambitious monthly survey
by Daniel Houston Nov 18
NAR's speech code was enacted to protect Realtors. Why kill it now?
Opinion
After the election, Rob Hahn called for repealing NAR’s speech ethics code on his popular blog. Trainer Rachael Hite argues that now is the time to double down on 10-5 to protect all consumers
by Rachael Hite Nov 18
8 steps to launching your personal brand as a new real estate agent
Developing your personal brand, coach Darryl Davis writes, provides you with the opportunity to connect with your ideal client and convey your authenticity and expertise
by Darryl Davis Nov 18