We talked to 21 multiple listing services about their coronavirus...
Canceling open houses, making showings voluntary and offering online training are some of the steps MLSs are taking. More drastic steps may be on the horizon.
View ArticleKeller Williams pledges $20M to reduce coaching costs for agents
The company is making big changes to the cost structure of its various coaching programs for the next two months.
View ArticleA former Dutch high school gym becomes a new lofty home for 1 euro
The space, which a Dutch couple purchased for a mere one euro, was transformed into a modern home over the course of 18 months.
View ArticleChristmas lights shine for hope amidst coronavirus fears
Amidst fear and uncertainty, homeowners have begun hanging Christmas lights back up to signal their health and well-being while spreading hope to passersby.
View ArticleKeeping It Real: Hit the pause button, and make informed decisions
On this edition of “Keeping It Real,” a recurring podcast series on Inman, Peter Lorimer illuminates what helps guide him through dark moments.
View ArticleEXp’s VirBELA launches virtual world for events
The move comes at a time when many in the real estate industry are canceling their in-person events and looking for virtual solutions.
View Article10 simple ways to engage kids struggling with social distancing
As schools begin shutting down, parents are wondering how to balance working at home with children. Here are 10 things you can do to alleviate cabin fever.
View ArticleREBNY to temporarily end ‘days on market’ calculation
The Real Estate Board of New York is eliminating the "days on market" calculation for its members' listings.
View ArticleIdealEstate aims for agent cooperation with nationwide recruiting, referral...
IdealEstate — a Salt Lake City-based, Pinterest inspired, home curation tool — is now realizing its power as an agent recruiting tool and leveraging a nationwide network of more than 800,000 agent users.
View ArticleCompass CEO Robert Reffkin calls on Congress to provide aid to agents
Robert Reffkin argued coronavirus aid shouldn't be limited to W-2 workers. The National Association of Realtors has also said it is working to ensure aid packages to benefit agents.
View ArticleHow to stay ahead of coronavirus market fluctuations
From where we stand now, the future of the real estate market looks challenging. If you're grappling with the rapid change, here are a few things you can do to prepare for future market shifts.
View ArticleWhy marketing to interest rates is the wrong strategy
In today's volatile market, what is the right way to go about marketing and advertising? Here are a few effective approaches to marketing your business while putting your clients' interests first.
View ArticleThe Real Word: How agents should adapt as crisis mode kicks in
This week, in a complete shift as a new reality sets in, they’ll cover how coronavirus is impacting real estate culture, what Keller Williams CEO Gary Keller has recommended and how agents should be...
View ArticleRE/MAX will allow brokers to defer franchise fees in April
The company is withdrawing its first quarter and full-year 2020 guidance amid uncertainty around COVID-19.
View ArticleRedfin still seeing strong demand, but with fewer people in the pipeline
Redfin president of operations Scott Nagel said he doesn't think the ongoing coronavirus outbreak will immediately drive down home prices.
View ArticleCompass is making its learning portal free and public
Agents, regardless of their brokerage affiliation, will be able to access Compass Academy.
View ArticleBright MLS debuts coronavirus response program
Bright Steps includes extra granular data about the market, new virtual showing capabilities, webinars and other tools.
View ArticleRealtor.com is cutting agents’ next bill by 60%
The real estate search portal says it's still seeing significant search and lead activity on its website.
View ArticleThe California agent navigating the new normal as the realities of the...
Drew Nelson of The Nelson Brothers Team in San Diego navigates the new normal in the days leading up to March 19, when California issued a statewide order to stay at home.
View ArticleRead all of Inman’s coronavirus coverage here
Inman has published more than five dozen stories on the coronavirus. Here's our comprehensive list of coverage.
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