Hallelujah! Finally, some good news about the real estate market
You loved last week's good news on mortgage rates, and this week brought even more smiles to real estate agents and brokers
by Christy Murdock Dec 1
Biggest mortgage rate drop since pandemic sparks agent optimism
A big drop in mortgage rates has resulted in holiday rejoicing for agents and hopeful buyers. Make sure you're ready to work with them
by Christy Murdock Nov 23
Here's how to talk to buyers now: The Download
We dive deep into the nitty-gritty of exactly how to talk to buyers post-Sitzer and ensure you're communicating your value
by Christy Murdock Nov 18
The commission suit tsunami is upon us: The Download
Catch up with the 'mother of all lawsuits' and all of the other so-called copycats that have followed in the wake of Sitzer | Burnett
by Christy Murdock Nov 11
That's a lot of zeroes. So where do we go from here? The Download
This week, we're breaking down the aftermath of that $5B verdict in favor of the plaintiffs in the bombshell Sitzer | Burnett commission lawsuits
by Christy Murdock Nov 3
As Sitzer | Burnett trial winds down, plan for what's next: The Download
As the first of the buyer commission trials draws to a close, get to know the plaintiffs in Sitzer | Burnett and plan for the changes ahead
by Christy Murdock Oct 28
Why agent training's on trial in Sitzer | Burnett: The Download
This week: As Sitzer | Burnett begins, the way agents communicate on commission may be the first thing to change
by Christy Murdock Oct 20
Your commission's on trial. Here's what to know: The Download
The bombshell buyer commission trial is finally here. We're making sure you're all caught up before it begins this week
by Christy Murdock Oct 14
Redfin bids 'arrivederci' to NAR. Who's next? The Download
Redfin CEO Glenn Kelman encouraged agents and brokers to leave NAR along with the company. Will they, and who else will join them?
by Christy Murdock Oct 6
Lions and tigers and bears, oh my: The Download
Opinion
There are some bad actors out there. It's up to you to protect yourself and your clients from fraudsters, scammers and cybercriminals
by Christy Murdock Sep 29
As RE/MAX settles, it's time to re-think buyer-side chats
This week on The Download: How are you adding value to your buyer-side UVP now that RE/MAX has folded on its part of the bombshell commission lawsuits?
by Christy Murdock Sep 22
Here's how to have the commission conversation now: The Download
This week: With buyer commissions up in the air, here's how to talk to your clients about your value and your compensation
by Christy Murdock Sep 15
Is Anywhere's settlement the first domino to fall? The Download
This week: Anywhere has settled its portion of the bombshell commission lawsuit, so who's next?
by Christy Murdock Sep 8
NAR's no-good, very bad week (and what's next): The Download
Opinion
This has been an action-packed week in real estate. As always, The Download is here to help you catch up on the latest NAR developments
by Christy Murdock Sep 1
Will profit share cuts drive agents back to Keller Williams' arms?
Keller Williams President Marc King warned that agents who've left the company will see their profit-sharing slashed unless they boomerang within 6 months
by Christy Murdock Aug 25