New York state and New York City recoup $3M from luxury developer

Heatherwood Communities LLC received tax exemptions on two of their rental properties in Queens and Brooklyn, but failed to pay the buildings' service employees wages and benefits for over two years.

Not just a coastal thing: 7 inland cities most altered by remote work

Some cities have seen work-from-home policies persist well beyond the pandemic's first year. See the places most transformed by remote work, according to the Economic Innovation Group.

Referral fees from so-called ‘paper brokerages’ including Zillow inflate commissions by $15B a year: CEO

Calling it a "kickback scheme," HomeOpenly CEO Dmitry Shkipin told the FHFA to ban referral fees charged by online brokerages — including Zillow — that don't actually buy and sell property.

What’s a ‘tornado housing market?’ Hint: You might be in one right now

Coldwell Banker Warburg President Frederick Warburg Peters coined the term to describe a phenomenon where one home trades hands briskly while a similar property nearby languishes.

7 essential types of writing every busy real estate agent should learn

You may not have gotten into real estate because of a love of writing, but that doesn't mean you can't learn to express yourself with skill. Let marketing expert Christy Murdock walk you through some of the writing elements you'll encounter most often and teach you how to approach them with confidence.

7 social media tips every agent should live by

Social media allows you to find your ideal clients by attracting them rather than chasing them, deepen existing relationships and make new ones. Here are the seven best social media tips Jimmy Burgess has ever heard and how you can apply them to grow your presence and influence via social media.

Keller Mortgage implements third round of layoffs in past 12 months

Keller Williams’ lending arm is advertising seven positions online including openings for an area sales manager, an "elite loan officer" and four local loan officers.

Hurricane Ian’s devastating impact on Florida housing: The Real Word

In this episode of The Real Word, hosts Byron Lazine and Nicole White sit down to discuss the impact of Hurricane Ian on Florida housing, property description mistakes and how Fed policies will affect the housing market this winter.

Zillow launches street-view home searching with Apple Maps

Homebuyers can now get a street-view look at listings, thanks to Zillow's newest integration with Apple Maps. Dubbed "Look Around," the feature is available in 19 markets.

Redfin adds down payment assistance feature to website

Starting Thursday, homebuyers can scout down payment assistance programs on Redfin listings, thanks to the brokerage's new partnership with Down Payment Resource.

Seeking clout, MLS trade group taps ex-DOJ and FTC antitrust lawyers

The Council of Multiple Listing Services has hired Alicia Batts and Dylan Carson to help the trade group exert influence over MLS-related decisions at the antitrust enforcement agencies.

Compass denies reports of private equity takeover

An Insider report published Wednesday evening cites three unnamed sources who said Vista Equity along with another private equity company could be involved in a deal.

The Agency launches newest location in The Bahamas

The office marks the company's 41st global franchise and its third location in the Caribbean, following Turks and Caicos and the Cayman Islands. Managing Director Danny Lowe will lead efforts at The Agency Bahamas.

Broker Spotlight: Megan Sullivan, @properties Indianapolis

This week the Broker Spotlight shines on Indiana managing broker Megan Sullivan of @properties Indianapolis.

Summer’s over: What clients need to know if they sell a vacation home

Buying or selling a family vacation home will likely be one of the biggest financial decisions in your client’s life, according to CFP Jordan Curnutt, and could very well be one of the best life decisions they make for their family.

How to give peer-to-peer feedback that sharpens skills and doesn’t sting

While people dread giving and receiving feedback, it can be one of the most powerful tools for improving professional performance. Let Michael H. Zaransky walk you through a simple technique for offering feedback that's effective and actionable.

Million Dollar Listers share their luxe open house secrets

There's power in hosting the perfect open house. Find out how James Harris and David Parnes add that something extra to create over-the-top experiences.

Are you in real estate? Here are 12 tips to keep you alive

Realtors often find themselves getting into dangerous situations. Here's how to improve your odds of survival and safety.

Agents share their top lead generation methods for today’s market

Recently, Adam Hergenrother connected with some of the best minds in real estate to ask them what their top lead generation methods are in today’s market and why. They also shared some of their favorite conversation frameworks that help get the job done.

The most advantageous time to buy a home is right now, new data shows

The housing market's summer rush may have lessened the impact of a deep drop in demand, according to new data from Attom. But what will happen in the historically slow months of fall?

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