Housing Wire

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

As a real estate agent, you may think clients should care more about their next home than your life story. And while that may be true, well-crafted real estate agent bios can build trust and credibility and serve as a powerful tool in an agent’s marketing arsenal — giving prospective clients.

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Housing Wire

OCTOBER 4, 2023

San Francisco-based real estate team OWN Real Estate joined Keller Williams , the company announced on Wednesday. Founded by Wilson Leung, the team has 19 real estate agents and six staff members. In 2022, OWN Real Estate sold 80 homes, amounting to more than $107.1

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Housing Wire

APRIL 28, 2021

In 2002, Natalya Delcoure and Norman Miller, two real estate economists, set about to learn what fees consumers pay real estate agents in America. They were especially interested in real estate commissions. On average 6% of the proceeds from each home sale went to the participating real estate agents.

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Housing Wire

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

West Coast juggernaut independent brokerage John L. Scott Real Estate has acquired boutique brokerage Sterling Johnston Real Estate , based out of Redmond, Washington. The acquisition brings 43 additional agents to John L. Scott’s primary Bellevue office, Seattle Agent Magazine reported.

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Housing Wire

JUNE 21, 2022

Capitalizing on these market factors, brokerage firms in the 2022 RealTrends 500 brokerage rankings broke records in market share, closed transaction sides (there must be inventory somewhere!) The top four — Realogy Brokerage Group (RBG), HomeServices of America , Compass and eXp Realty — now have 20% market share in the U.S.

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Housing Wire

FEBRUARY 22, 2021

Compass wants to make a big splash in the nation’s smallest state, and it’s fueling intrigue and apprehension in a close-knit brokerage ecosystem. Like Bold, Lila Delman reports having 120 real estate agents. said Jonathan Miller, real estate appraiser at Miller Samuel. Join today with an HW+ Membership !

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Housing Wire

FEBRUARY 11, 2021

Discuss the weather, how your pets are handling the pandemic, even the housing market, but these brokers will steer the conversation to one subject, and one subject alone – the residential real estate brokerage Compass. And yet, it bears watching if the brokerage can be another “Titanic” – the movie, not the ship.

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Housing Wire

AUGUST 18, 2023

The slower housing market and uncertain economic conditions took their toll on the number of real estate brokerages and firms that were named to Inc. Magazine ’s 5000 list for 2023, a ranking of the fastest-growing companies in the U.S. The self-reported list ranks U.S. 186 spot on the Inc. 186 spot on the Inc.

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Housing Wire

APRIL 30, 2021

Part one explained the history of sales commissions , and the labor market for real estate agents. Few professions are told that more repeatedly than real estate agents. Some grudgingly say that’s true, but others claim agents work more than ever. “Now You know what’s annoying? Already a member?

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Housing Wire

OCTOBER 17, 2024

The Agency founder Mauricio Umansky doesn’t think that the game of “musical chairs” that is agent recruiting is good for the real estate industry, but this week his company can tally a win. She also ranked No. 36 in sides with 21. She is joining The Agency from Compass.

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Housing Wire

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

One of the passions that has spanned my career in its entirety is creating exceptional experiences — for agents and their clients, our brokerage staff and anyone who interacts with our brand. At The Agency, we have a unique position as both a real estate brand and a lifestyle brand. We make great impressions.

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Housing Wire

JANUARY 23, 2025

Even though most agents focus their marketing efforts online, people start thinking about finding a real estate agent well before they hit ENTER on their first Google search. Knowing this, real estate agents should always find friendly, conversational ways to stay on their potential clients minds year-round.

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Housing Wire

MAY 6, 2021

After talking to some of the biggest stakeholders in the industry about real estate commissions, he shares his findings and takeaways in this ask-me-anything conversation. Some people just choose to go with certain agents and pay more for that service. I didn’t know about this history. Join today with an HW+ Membership !

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Housing Wire

AUGUST 12, 2021

Mortgage, title, appraisal, servicing, iBuying, real estate brokerage , green energy — the gamut. They’d then utilize the services of a real estate agent found through the growing Rocket Homes platform. HousingWire Magazine delivered to your home or office. Become a member today.

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Housing Wire

SEPTEMBER 10, 2021

Is Keller Williams rising or falling — or has it settled into a role of venerable franchise network in a growing ecosystem of international brokerages? He speaks reverently of Keller as someone who is obsessed with real estate agents and who, when he dies, “Will have ‘Realtor’ carved on his tombstone.”

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Housing Wire

AUGUST 20, 2021

In just the past few weeks, nonbank mortgage lenders Rocket Companies and Better.com have revealed plans to instantly buy homes from their customers and also pair their services with in-house real estate agents. And then there’s KWx , the parent company of residential brokerage Keller Williams. Already a member?

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Housing Wire

MAY 7, 2021

After a review of Atlanta area property records, it would appear Kim Klir is the most successful real estate agent in world history. Plus, Atlanta is an Opendoor engineering and sales hub, and the region is replete with the modest abodes that dot the brokerage’s housing stock. The rest of this content is for HW+ members.

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Housing Wire

MAY 12, 2021

On her website bio, Pittsburgh real estate agent Jen Crouse describes why she finds meaning in her work. “At But who Crouse invests her own time with is a heated dispute between the agent’s old brokerage, the venerable Howard Hanna , and her new one, meteorically growing Compass. Compass CEO Robert Reffkin.

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Housing Wire

MARCH 15, 2021

His West Coast brokerage shop sent tens of millions of dollars in loans to the wholesale mortgage giant in recent years. Rocket is training real estate agents to originate loans, and Fairway is trying to poach loan officers, he claims. Before Thursday, March 4, John was an unabashed fan of United Wholesale Mortgage.

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Housing Wire

NOVEMBER 13, 2021

Amid fierce debate, the National Association of Realtors (NAR) will likely move forward with a requirement that real estate agents representing homebuyers publicize their expected sales commission. HousingWire Magazine delivered to your home or office. Start an HW+ Membership now for less than $1 a day. Already a member?

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Housing Wire

DECEMBER 27, 2021

Some 15 years ago, real estate agents had only a few choices when deciding which real estate business model to choose. From virtual, capped models to low-fee and discount, agents can pick the company that best fits their needs. for the largest brokerage companies in the United States.

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Housing Wire

AUGUST 13, 2021

In May of last year, New York City residential brokerage Douglas Elliman revealed its business was at a crossroads. Fast forward to today and Elliman is pitching itself as a brokerage that can compete in a market of higher agent commission splits and lower overhead. HousingWire Magazine delivered to your home or office.

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Housing Wire

JANUARY 9, 2024

Three top agents from Realogics Sotheby’s International Realty moved to The Agency ’s outpost in Seattle, Seattle Agent Magazine reported on Friday. Together, the three agents will cover West Seattle and the Eastside areas of Seattle.

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Housing Wire

OCTOBER 26, 2021

In May the real estate agent listed a two-bedroom home in Fountain Hills, Arizona, 30 miles north of Phoenix, for $342,000. HousingWire Magazine delivered to your home or office. Zillow CEO Rich Barton. Antonio Pellegrini was stunned. Then Zillow came along. Start an HW+ Membership now for less than $1 a day.

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Housing Wire

JANUARY 31, 2025

It inspired me to get my real estate license and pursue a career in real estate. Just a few years later, I was breaking sales records, and at age 27, I was on the cover of Realtor Magazines 30 Under 30. Many brokerages offer a group E&O insurance policy and others may have additional requirements.

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Housing Wire

JUNE 1, 2021

You may have never heard of Christy Budnick, but she is suddenly one of the most powerful people in residential real estate. Last week, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices , a hulking network of franchisee brokerages, named Budnick its CEO. HousingWire Magazine delivered to your home or office. BECOME A MEMBER TODAY.

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Housing Wire

APRIL 1, 2021

Indeed, in explaining RE/MAX’s limited role in providing agents health care, the agent’s ability to negotiate commissions, and even the agent’s ability to affect home inventory, Bailey spoke of the real estate agent as maker of their own destiny. The rest of this content is for HW+ members. Already a member?

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Housing Wire

FEBRUARY 28, 2021

The company integrates with an existing brokerage website to provide homeowners with three valuations along with insight into the number of real estate buyer leads actively searching for a property just like theirs. By providing real estate brokers with real-time buyer data, they’re able to stand out against the competition.

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Housing Wire

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

First impressions matter, especially in the luxury real estate market. And often your first impression as a brokerage or an agent is your online presence. Here are a few pointers to keep in mind for building out your digital presence — whether you’re a solo agent or a global brokerage.

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Housing Wire

DECEMBER 28, 2021

By the fall, real estate agents in Boise, Idaho were passing around a video they didn’t like but couldn’t resist watching. As agents prepare for the housing market’s next turn, they face choices about how to best do their jobs. Agents still need a space to work from,” Golden said. To read the full issue, go here.

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Housing Wire

MARCH 16, 2022

Tech-fueled retail mortgage lender InstaMortgage has merged with mortgage broker shop All Cal Financial , a rare example of a top-performing brokerage switching channels. Magazine’s list of the 5,000 fastest growing companies in America in 2021. Terms of the deal, which was announced on Tuesday, were not disclosed.

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Housing Wire

MAY 20, 2022

Local real estate agents, loan officers and appraisers share what characteristics are currently defining their housing markets. But according to local ERA Priority Real Estate agent Josh McGrath, Gillette’s small-town feel, big city amenities and proximity to national parks has finally been inspiring people to move to the area.

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Housing Wire

AUGUST 21, 2023

The Compass Cares program is the charitable arm of Compass, a real estate brokerage making big waves in the market. Compass isn’t only focused on national real estate sales, it is looking to make an impact at the local level. This was originally featured in the August/September Issue of HousingWire Magazine.

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Housing Wire

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

Here’s a financial checklist that real estate agents and mortgage professionals should complete before the end of the year for more success and financial security in 2024. Consider coordinating your objectives with your brokerage so you’re aligned.

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Housing Wire

JANUARY 21, 2025

About Sean Moudry A distinguished figure in the real estate industry, Sean Moudry is celebrated for his exceptional achievements and leadership. As one of Realtor Magazine’s 30 Under 30, Sean quickly established himself as a rising star in real estate. If so, please share them with us!

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Housing Wire

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

Real estate marketing isn’t just about posting a few property listings and hoping for the best. The most successful real estate agents aren’t always the ones with the most experience — but rather those who know how to leverage the best real estate marketing companies and digital tools for their success.

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Housing Wire

SEPTEMBER 23, 2022

Consumers prefer working with agents to the alternative, but nearly 90% of Americans say they have little to no trust in real estate agents. And that’s because there are so many inexperienced, part-time agents out there. To view past issues of our HW+ exclusive HousingWire Magazine, go here.

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