Compass Acquires Anywhere in Unprecedented $10 Billion Merger
In another earth-shattering move likely to further tip the balance of power in residential real estate, Compass has announced it is acquiring Anywhere Real Estate in a deal expected to value the combined companies at over $10 billion, and allow the New York-based...
Homebuyers File Class-Action Lawsuit Against Zillow Over Hidden Agent Fees
A new federal lawsuit alleges that Zillow has been deceiving homebuyers and inflating purchase prices through an alleged scheme involving hidden fees paid by real estate agents, according to court documents filed Thursday in the U.S. District Court for the Western...
‘Augment, Don’t Abdicate:’ Sue Yannaccone on Innovating Responsibly
Photos by AJ Canaria As steward to several of residential real estate’s most storied brands, Sue Yannaccone has a unique vantage point, one that is both diverse and expansive. Despite the size and scope of her purview, however, there’s a common theme that...
Broker Confidence Index Ticks Up as Industry Enters Slower Season
The August edition of RISMedia’s Broker Confidence Index (BCI) came in at 5.6, up slightly from a 5.3 reading last month as real estate business leaders parse out rates, affordability and consumer behavior. The overwhelming concern among brokers centered on interest...
Are Open Houses Still Worth It in Today’s Market?
More than ever both real estate agents and sellers are wondering whether or not open houses are necessary in today’s market. With all of the access homebuyers have to inventory online, the true freedom of attending open houses on their own time and being able to...
Strategies to Boost Your Content’s Visibility
What’s the point of having a social media game plan if your content isn’t getting in front of the right people? Here are a few ways to improve your brand’s visibility and reach on social media.
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