Big Keller Williams franchise group launches mortgage JV with Newrez
One of Keller Williams Realty's biggest franchise groups, Georgia Legacy Group, partners with national mortgage lender and servicer Newrez to launch a joint venture, Onward Home Mortgage
by Matt Carter Oct 3
Splitero no longer accepting shared equity applications
In a separate announcement, San Diego-based fintech announces launch of new real estate brokerage, Splitero Homes, to help homeowners in 4 states 'sell for the highest price'
by Matt Carter Oct 3
EXp streamlines ExpressOffers iBuyer program with Opendoor deal
Opendoor is now the primary cash-offer solution behind eXp's ExpressOffers platform. Agents will soon be able to request a cash offer on qualified properties directly through an eXp dashboard
CoStar's Homes.com beats Redfin, Realtor.com to become No. 2 portal
In a sign of the listing portal's growing influence, Homes.com hit more than 100M unique visitors in September, sparking a 1,290% annual increase in traffic. Now the portal is second only to Zillow
Redfin leaves NAR — and calls on its brokers and agents to follow suit
In a message to employees on Monday, Redfin CEO Glenn Kelman cited NAR's harassment scandal and other grievances as reasons for calling on 1,800 Realtors to cancel memberships
by Ben Verde Oct 2
What the greatest player-coaches of all time can teach us
Jay Papasan, author of The ONE Thing, shares lessons learned from coaches who know it's how you coach yourself that matters most
by Jay Papasan Oct 2
Lions and tigers and bears, oh my: The Download
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There are some bad actors out there. It's up to you to protect yourself and your clients from fraudsters, scammers and cybercriminals
by Christy Murdock Sep 29
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A federal judge struck down charges that defendants conspired to 'fix,' 'maintain' and 'increase' prices for buyer brokerage services, but allowed claims they sought to 'control' prices to proceed
by Andrea V. Brambila Sep 29
Over 50% of transactions are at risk for fraud. Here's how to fight back
According to new Inman contributor and attorney Renée Hunter, from cybercriminals to family members, property fraud of all kinds is on the rise. These practical steps can help to stamp it out
by Renee Hunter Sep 29
Here's what differentiates teams that win from everyone else
If you want tech to work for your team, think through the process of implementing it and making it stick. Tech CEO Sheila Reddy offers a 3-point strategy for making team tech fulfill its promises
by Sheila Reddy Sep 29
Inga Dow filed notice in US District Court for Northern Texas on Monday dismissing claims against all but former KW CEO John Davis, who she said harassed and abused her while KW did nothing
by Andrea V. Brambila Sep 28
Broker Spotlight: Pat Wilkins, RE/MAX Affinity Plus
Learn more about this Marco Island real estate legend and the coastal lifestyle he loves to share with clients and colleagues
by Christy Murdock Sep 28
3 tips to help budding brokers go from surviving to thriving
Getting your broker's license is just the start of your professional story. Here's how to elevate your brokerage career to the highest heights
by Elisha Lopez Sep 28
Here's what it takes to be a full-service real estate agent
A full-service agent provides superior service and focuses on the client's best interest from beginning to end. That's what sets their performance apart
by Rainy Hake Austin Sep 28
Compass adds 2nd office to Kansas City metro area
The new office is located on the western edge of Country Club Plaza and is easily walkable from some of the neighborhood's premier hotels, restaurants and high-end shops
by Lillian Dickerson Sep 28
7 steps for empowering homebuyer clients with disabilities
Understanding the needs of clients with disabilities can make the difference between a closed sale and a missed opportunity. Julia Lashay Israel offers steps you can take to be more supportive