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Pent-up demand, ‘she-elites,’ new hot spots may drive luxury in 2025

Jan 6, 2025

Luxury "is expected to remain the shining star of real estate," Coldwell Banker Global Luxury's Michael Altneu said in the brand's annual luxury trend report released on Monday, which highlighted areas to watch in 2025.

Sherry Chris to join NAR as consultant following Anywhere exit

Jan 6, 2025

The industry veteran announced she was stepping down from an advisory role at Anywhere in December 2024 after officially retiring in April 2023. Now, she will help NAR build relationships and trust, and serve as special advisor to CEO Nykia Wright.

Results Realty ERA acquires Mark Allen Realty to expand in Chicago

Jan 6, 2025

The acquisition of Mark Allen Realty will create a combined team of 80 real estate agents in three offices as the Anywhere brand grows its footprint across Chicagoland, executives announced.

Lesson Learned: Forget competing. Build connections instead

Jan 6, 2025

Many real estate agents recommend a relationship-building approach to business, and for South Florida new development sales specialist Juan Carlos Tobon, those relationships are the key to creating meaning in the everyday.

No, you don’t need more leads. Here’s what to do instead

Jan 6, 2025

Stop blaming the leads, the market or your CRM. The problem — and the solution — rests squarely on your shoulders, consultant Chris Pollinger writes.

5 ways to embrace minimalism to save money and your sanity in 2025

Jan 6, 2025

Forget "spend money to make money." Start cutting back, saving and making do so you can prioritize financial wellness and peace of mind, consultant Rachael Hite writes.

CB Warburg’s Kevelyn Guzman: Being ‘really nice’ key to recruiting

Jan 6, 2025

Kevelyn Guzman took the reins as regional vice president of Coldwell Banker Warburg in January 2024 and spent the past 12 months organizing events to show off her company's strengths.

In closing days of 2024, a boost in buyers: Client Pipeline Tracker

Jan 6, 2025

A growing pool of buyers — and an increasingly optimistic cohort of agents — may signal a boost in the next batch of home-sale numbers, Intel Index survey results suggest.

Scroll smarter: Social media do’s for real estate pros

Jan 4, 2025

Master social media with the etiquette and manners that build trust and connections, with insights from Jessi Healey.

Jimmy Carter’s affordable housing mission leaves a lasting legacy

Jan 3, 2025

Beyond his presidency, the late President Jimmy Carter was a tireless advocate for democracy, human rights, social progress and affordable housing, in part through his work with Habitat for Humanity.

New listings rise while high rates tamp down homebuyer demand

Jan 3, 2025

New listings rose 8 percent toward the end of the year, but high mortgage rates and home prices have kept buyers on the sidelines as homes spend more time on market, reports say.

Amazon debuts $47K luxury tiny home with rooftop deck

Jan 3, 2025

On the heels of its Black Friday success, Amazon has listed another luxury tiny home for $47,000. The home has a sunroom, rooftop deck and customizable floor plan for up to four bedrooms.