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Zillow expands renter protections tool to fight income discrimination

Thu, 28 Jan 2021 14:00:40 GMT

The company is expanding the bounds of its Local Legal Protections tool in order to help renters combat discrimination based on their source of income and how they pay rent.

Why ‘higher’ standard doesn’t mean ‘highest’ standard

Thu, 28 Jan 2021 10:00:58 GMT

Yes, the NAR Code of Ethics is a higher standard — but it isn’t the highest standard. Here's what one broker thinks about self-policing among Realtors and the consequences of ethics violations.

What’s changed? 5 factors COVID-19 caused us to reconsider

Thu, 28 Jan 2021 10:00:48 GMT

There's no doubt that a home is still a smart investment. However, this past year presented us with many other crucial points to consider. Here are a few short- and long-term results 2020's events might bring.

5 qualities of standout high-performance team leaders

Thu, 28 Jan 2021 10:00:37 GMT

For performance-based teams, growth, efficiency and profitability are not just goals — they're absolute necessities. Wondering what it takes to lead a team like that? Here are a few must-have qualities.

Celebrate your agents! 4 ways to create a culture of recognition

Thu, 28 Jan 2021 10:00:27 GMT

Recognizing agents for their hard work is a good tactic for creating a culture that's conducive to success. Here are a few ways to celebrate your agents' wins and accomplishments.

Take care of you! 5 ways to practice next-level self-care

Thu, 28 Jan 2021 10:00:16 GMT

Self-care doesn’t have to be about bubble baths and mani-pedis — it's about prioritizing your needs and wellbeing. Here are a few ways to be healthier, happier and more productive.

New area, new business: 5 tips to hit the ground running

Thu, 28 Jan 2021 10:00:13 GMT

Building a real estate business from the ground up can be exciting, but it's also quite the undertaking. Knowing the proper steps to take can make all the difference, so here's a quick list to get you started.

ISA or agent: Which is the best fit for your growing team?

Thu, 28 Jan 2021 09:38:59 GMT

When weighing the pros and cons of adding an ISA as your team grows, think about what type of business and culture you’re building. Here are a few other factors to consider as well.

8 ways real estate agents can combat commission compression

Wed, 27 Jan 2021 23:35:29 GMT

Keller Williams trainer Dana Cadena and Compass Texas sales manager Bryan Pacholski share how agents can garner the commissions they deserve.

‘Fundamental shift’ to digital in real estate is not going away

Wed, 27 Jan 2021 22:03:30 GMT

At Inman Connect, panelists from Zillow, realtor.com, OJO Labs and Qualia discuss how the pandemic has transformed the industry and how agents can compete.

Coldwell Banker CEO: Adopt tech tools that will delight clients

Wed, 27 Jan 2021 21:37:32 GMT

In conversation at Inman Connect, Coldwell Banker CEO M. Ryan Gorman said that savvy agents should look for new technology that increases efficiency while delighting clients.

3 top indie brokers share why they decided to go solo

Wed, 27 Jan 2021 21:27:30 GMT

Indie brokers Kofi Nartey, Terrance Murphy and Sarah Richardson shared what led them to branch out on their own and the keys to building a brand that lasts.

The real estate industry needs to mind the ‘loyalty gap’: BHHS CEO

Wed, 27 Jan 2021 20:51:49 GMT

More than 90 percent of consumers say they love their Realtor, but only 13 percent actually work with them again. Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices CEO Chris Stuart wants to close that gap.

Shaquille O’Neal offloads Florida mega-mansion for $16.5M

Wed, 27 Jan 2021 20:51:05 GMT

Three years and several price cuts later, the giant Florida home owned by Shaquille O'Neal for nearly three decades has been sold for $16.5 million.

Report details ‘widespread’ and ‘troubling’ discrimination in real estate

Wed, 27 Jan 2021 19:54:10 GMT

New York State Senators opened an investigation into discriminatory practices in the state in the wake of a groundbreaking Newsday report.

CoStar CEO at Connect: ‘The residential agent is Zillow’s competitor’

Wed, 27 Jan 2021 19:14:11 GMT

CoStar CEO Andy Florance, speaking at Inman Connect, revealed his ambitious plans to build a residential real estate platform. Now, watch the entire 30-plus-minute video interview with Brad Inman as a special Select subscriber benefit.

Trump’s name becomes scarlet letter for Palm Beach residents

Wed, 27 Jan 2021 18:54:29 GMT

The Trump Plaza Palm Beach condominium board unanimously agreed to change the building's name on Tuesday, after a year of protests and upheaval.

‘You list, you last — you don’t, you won’t’: Why clients should sell now

Wed, 27 Jan 2021 18:43:29 GMT

Strengthen relationships and new listings will follow, speakers said on Wednesday at an Inman Connect session titled "New Take on Real Estate Relationships."

Zillow restores ‘past sales’ to agent profiles following IDX switch

Wed, 27 Jan 2021 17:53:18 GMT

The company restored past listing history to agent profiles on Jan. 21, ahead of a Jan. 26 deadline. Now it's working to fix an issue with active listings appearing on agent profiles.

The biggest factors impacting housing supply and demand in 2021

Wed, 27 Jan 2021 17:18:17 GMT

From the urban exodus to Americans' increased ability to work from home, a number of factors continue to influence which properties and markets are most successful, Zelman & Associates CEO Ivy Zelman said during Inman Connect.