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Circa 2000: What agents need to know about Y2K(itchens) and baths

The ability to discuss style, features and the changing lifestyle of homeowners from one decade to the next will prove to be very helpful in serving an agent’s clients.  

A 3rd generation Black entrepreneur on branching out on her own

As we celebrate Black History Month, find out how this trail-blazing family created three generations of real estate excellence. Hawaii broker-owner Joyce Wright Funk traces their impact on the industry.  

Gary Keller: It’s a do-or-die housing market for real estate agents

In his State of the Housing Market address on Sunday, Keller Williams’ co-founder Gary Keller explained how chaos will force agents to become better competitors — or be left behind.  

Keller Williams offloads mortgage division to Mutual of Omaha

Mutual of Omaha Mortgage has acquired Keller Mortgage for an undisclosed amount, according to an announcement on Monday. Keller Williams will retain an ownership stake in the company.  

Creating inclusive spaces for individuals with disabilities

On a Saturday afternoon, we met Tonya Whitlock, the founder of a remarkable organization called “The Inclusive Hive.”

Berkshire Hathaway taps former Compass COO as strategic adviser

Brent Thomson has been hired as a strategic adviser for Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Drysdale Properties as the company looks to expand its presence in California and Nevada.  

Motto Mortgage opened offices at a record pace in 2022 as sales slowed

Double-digit growth in open offices was a bright spot for parent company RE/MAX Holdings, which reported a $2.6 million fourth-quarter net loss.  

Plunk releases market data API, signs 3 proptech partners

Plunk envisions its data API assisting users in the same way a stock ticker does Wall Street investors, by helping them make critical decisions with the most prompt business information.  

12 fun ways to flex your local expert muscles

Leverage your knowledge to build your business. Rainy Hake Austin shares creative ways of being the local expert in your own unique way.  

One-time $100M Bel Air mansion falls to Earth with huge price cut

“Realistically in this market, this is what it’s worth – it’s priced to sell,” said Shawn Elliott of Nest Seekers, one of the agents who listed the property last week.