Opinion
Transactional selling might win you a one-time real estate deal, Josh Ries writes. Consultative selling builds a business that lasts
Opinion
Marketing and transformation experts Troy Palmquist and Lauren Henss discuss the future for smaller indie brokerages in the face of rampant real estate industry consolidation
Opinion
The Brown Harris Stevens CEO talks about the real-world impacts of private listing networks on agents, clients and the price discovery process
Opinion
New contributors and agents Chris and Diana Servedio Martis say that new real estate agents need hands-on experience, not just online quizzes, to get up to speed
Opinion
The Consumer Policy Center still thinks commissions are too high. Cara Ameer writes that buyers and their agents should be allowed to determine the value of competent representation
Opinion
As we step into the season of giving and gratitude, Lori Muller writes that it's a good time to reflect on all that the industry gives us, so we can give back to others
Opinion
Coach Darryl Davis shares his personal journey and explains why helping others on both the personal and societal levels is essential for creating positive change
Opinion
In the current market, the way listings reach consumers matters more than ever, Amit Kulkarni writes. Buyers need greater visibility, but the industry is shifting toward less of it
Opinion
Each month, agents, brokers, executives and investors contribute to one of real estate's most ambitious efforts to document changes to the industry. Add your insights. Take the survey
Opinion
Compliance expert Summer Goralik examines the Delegate Body’s surprising vote against referral-fee disclosure at the National Association of Realtors’ NXT conference in Houston
Opinion
A 50-year mortgage may look tempting to a cash-strapped homebuyer, trainer Bernice Ross writes, but the cons far outweigh the easier up-front and monthly payments
Opinion
Windermere's OB Jacobi writes that it’s more important than ever to preserve independence and keep the industry vibrant, diverse and focused on the things that matter most
Opinion
A 50-year mortgage is not a financial trap, broker Holly Brink writes. It's a tool that's designed to give homebuyers more ways to win in today's market
Opinion
Real estate leaders can either keep fighting for control or start working to lift each other, and the industry, higher, Josh Ries writes
Opinion
Leadership is not something you do once you get the title, Lori Muller writes. It’s something you do every single day in every environment you’re in
Opinion
Many expected commissions to fall after the 2024 NAR commission settlement, but data shows that average rates have actually ticked up slightly. Why?
