In a sign of the listing portal’s growing influence, Homes.com hit more than 100 million unique visitors in September, sparking a 1,290 percent annual increase in traffic. Now the portal is second only to Zillow.
Category: Agent
Hollywood’s top 35 luxury real estate agents, revealed
It takes a highly qualified real estate agent to perform at the level that some of the world’s wealthiest celebrities demand. Here are the top ones serving Hollywood, according to “The Hollywood Reporter.”
Lions and tigers and bears, Oh My: The Download
This week: There are some bad actors out there. It’s up to you to protect yourself and your clients from fraudsters, scammers and cybercriminals.
Record share of homebuyers flee into the path of climate change
Research shows that people are concerned about the changing climate’s impact on their hometowns, but they’re more concerned about a lack of housing affordability, according to a new report from Redfin.
Keller Williams scoops up top New Orleans agent
Chris Smith joins Keller Williams from Latter & Blum. The move comes as major real estate brands compete intensely for top talent.
Douglas Elliman fair housing case reveals agent confusion over law
A discrimination lawsuit filed in August by Shaniqua Newkirk, a Black Section 8 voucher recipient, against several Douglas Elliman agents has brought to light misconceptions about agent obligations when it comes to fair housing.
10 myths new real estate agents still believe (but shouldn’t)
As a new agent, it can be hard to separate fact from fiction, coach and author Darryl Davis writes. Find out what’s no longer true so that you can chart a course for your career.
Does size really matter? How to choose the right team for you
Does size matter? It depends on your goals, says Livian’s Erin McCormick Torres. Here are the pros and cons of small teams and mega teams, to help you wade through your options before making any big decisions.
NAR loses ‘Great Place to Work’ distinction on heels of Chicago rally
A rally at NAR headquarters in Chicago drew few Realtors on Monday, but organizers at the NAR Accountability Project declared a win nonetheless after NAR lost its “Great Place to Work” merit.
Is your love affair with real estate over, or do you just need a new gig?
Trainer and marketing expert Rachael Hite encourages agents who are considering making a move this fall to have a heart to heart with themselves, their finances, and give the serious business of making a move to a new team or brokerage this fall the consideration it deserves.