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Keeping it R.E.A.L.: the Psychology of Successful Agent Onboarding
Bringing on new agents is tricky. They don’t know your systems or culture yet. They want to prove themselves while possibly harboring insecurities about whether they really belong. Meanwhile, you’re juggling multiple listings, managing existing team members and somehow expected to guide this newcomer through their transition. Let’s talk about the “R.E.A.L. Method” of onboarding…
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Homes.com Offers Free ‘Boost’ for Agents and Homeowners ‘Blackballed by Zillow’
Private listings banned from Zillow may have a new home. And for some, this home will offer a move-in bonus. CoStar’s Homes.com turned Zillow’s ban into a marketing opportunity through its new digital marketing package, “Boost.” Announced during the company’s first quarter earnings call last week, CEO Andy Florance presented it as a major opportunity…
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Weichert Named a Top Low-Cost Franchise by Entrepreneur Magazine
Weichert Real Estate Affiliates, Inc. has announced it has been named a Top Low-Cost Franchise by Entrepreneur magazine, appearing on its 2025 list of Top Franchises for Less than $150,000. To earn distinction as a Top Low-Cost Franchise, companies must supply data that demonstrates they offer a qualified entrepreneur a reasonable opportunity to start a…
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Unlocking AI’s Real Value: How Transaction Software Should be Helping You (but Probably Isn’t)
Let’s be real: everyone’s talking about AI right now—and with good reason. About 87% of agents say they’re using it in some form. But here’s the catch…most of the tools out there are barely scratching the surface. What you’re getting is automation with a fresh coat of paint, not the kind of real intelligence that…
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COURT REPORT: Batton Expansion Denied by Judge
Editor’s note: The COURT REPORT is RISMedia’s weekly look at current and upcoming lawsuits, investigations and other legal developments around real estate. Attempt to expand Batton is denied An attempt by plaintiffs in the Batton case to file a second amended complaint, and thereby add more plaintiffs, has been denied by overseeing Judge LaShonda Hunt.…
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Agent Attempts 100 Open Houses in 100 Days in Rookie Rat Race
It’s no secret that residential real estate is an ultra-competitive job landscape. The Consumer Federation of America puts nearly half of real estate agents selling just one house (or none at all) in 2024. The problem? Too many agents for too few houses. For one rookie agent in Albuquerque, New Mexico, the constant battle for…
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Ryan Serhant likens Compass to Barnes & Noble, citing listing book
Gwyneth Paltrow’s Houses: Here’s Where the Style Icon Has Lived - Architectural Digest
Gwyneth Paltrow’s Houses: Here’s Where the Style Icon Has Lived - Architectural Digest
Ashton rejoins Colliers as head of London leasing - Property Week
