How Does the Offer of Buyer’s Compensation Impact Broker Recruiting?
Know your worth and understand that the percentage of broker dollars is highly impacted by the commission offered by the seller to the listing and buyer’s agent.
Consumer Savings Are Running Out
As I absorbed this snapshot about consumer savings, it shocked me into the belief that America is in for an economic drop this fall and winter. The flip side of savings is debt.
What’s your exit plan? Here’s how to sell your real estate brokerage
Selling a real estate brokerage isn’t like selling any other type of business. Here are 16 steps to take before the deal is closed.
Gary Ashton of Nashville Real Estate REMAX Advantage Lead Gen Efforts
Today, there are only a few dozen real estate brokers who can compete with the national advertising portals. RE/MAX Advantage, led by Gary Ashton, is one of those.
Do You Know What Your Brokerage Is Worth?
How much is your brokerage worth today? Being able to answer that question on the fly can save you money today and help you plan for the future.
Are you afraid your real estate organization will not survive for the long haul?
There are billions of dollars pouring into our industry today-- investment bankers and venture capitalists alike have caught the real estate bug. If the programs and companies you offer don’t meet the ever-changing needs of consumers, then you’re not going to be around for long.
We Are Likely to See More Banks Fail
The recent Minsky moment has highlighted the fragility of the financial system, and the need for policymakers to take action to address the underlying issues. The Federal Reserve's decision to increase interest rates played a significant role in this crisis.
News Corp To Power Up Realtor Website
News Corp CEO, Robert Thomson shared his vision to leverage their other media assets to improve the performance of Realtor.com.
Why Free Software is Best for Real Estate
The real problem solved by free software in real estate is product adoption and overlapping distribution. When you know the products being used by every agent regardless of source – Association, MLS, Franchise, Broker, self-paid, etc. – then you can visualize the roadmap for free vs. premium.
Luxury Real Estate Begins with People and Ends with Brand
The DNA of a luxury brand is a set of characteristics and attributes that define its identity and set it apart from other brands. Luxury means that price does not matter; it’s more about aligning the customer with the treatment and lifestyle they want for themselves. Brands don’t do that; great agents do that.
Should Brokers Embrace Fractional Ownership?
Through fractional home ownership, the buyer can get investors who will purchase the property alongside them, depreciating the loan risk for a share of the home equity.
How to Name Your Business and Avoid the Branding Errors Fresh Entrepreneurs Make
When establishing a business in any particular industry, you must first gather a deep understanding of your industry, prepare a proper business plan, build a suitable website, and develop a brand strategy that best suits your company and target audience.