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Is speed to lead dead?

Aug 26, 2024

The best real estate lead isn't always the hottest or most time-sensitive one. Chris Drayer shares how to reach out and lead nurture in a way that's best for both you and your potential client.

Jeremy Wacksman on becoming CEO, leading Zillow into a new era

Aug 26, 2024

A week after being named CEO, Wacksman shared what it's like to take the baton from Zillow co-founder Rich Barton, the power of technology and the role portals play in a post-settlement world.

Where listings are bouncing back — and where they’re not: Intel

Aug 26, 2024

Agents are having very different experiences in the Midwest compared to the coastal South. Intel breaks down two years of Realtor.com data to get to the bottom of this split market.

Be very demure, very mindful of viral social media micro-trends

Aug 24, 2024

Trainer Rachael Hite breaks down the latest viral TikTok trend and gives guidance on whether real estate agents should hop on the bandwagon.

Attorneys, consumer groups have got eyes on agents: The Download

Aug 24, 2024

Everyone — from Michael Ketchmark to the consumer advocates behind Moehrl — is letting agents know that they're under scrutiny as they implement the new rules of buyer agreement and (not) commission-sharing.

Side debuts new coaching and training program

Aug 23, 2024

The program features top agents and brokerage founders and will be available to both Side users and the broader real estate industry.

RFK, Jr., suspends campaign, will support Trump

Aug 23, 2024

The Kennedy family scion said he didn't want to be a spoiler that might hand the election to Democrats. But he will leave his name on ballots in non-swing states.

DOJ takes aim at RealPage rent-pricing algorithm in antitrust suit

Aug 23, 2024

"Americans should not have to pay more in rent because a company has found a new way to scheme with landlords to break the law," Attorney General Merrick Garland said on Friday.

Lake Tahoe mansion makes a splash with $47.5M sale

Aug 23, 2024

Blockchains founder Jeffrey Berns is the seller. The home is one of the priciest to sell on Lake Tahoe and features 150 feet of lake frontage as well as a boat lift and shared deep water pier.

Compass agents launch BDG Partners in Tennessee

Aug 23, 2024

Compass agents have united to launch BDG Partners, a full-service team based in Nashville, Tennessee, with the addition of real estate veteran Grant Hammond, the firm announced.

Big life moments aren’t only factor driving homebuyers in 2024: Poll

Aug 23, 2024

Active homebuyers are motivated by numerous factors — including a desire to find a larger or nicer home in this high-rate environment — according to the latest Inman-Dig Insights consumer survey.

Halfway through 2024, luxury looks stronger than in 2023

Aug 23, 2024

Some key factors agents will keep an eye on as the year continues include dream homebuying trends, elections, the economy, and growing and emerging markets, according to new midyear luxury reports from Compass, Coldwell Banker and Sotheby's International Realty.