Zillow says its ‘Housing Super App’ strategy is working

Zillow may be facing legal and Realtor Code of Ethics challenges from a variety of sources in and out of the housing industry, but executives feel strongly that the company’s “Housing Super App” strategy is paying off.  “Our strong results and consistent execution demonstrate the durability of our s

21 Ways to Create a Recruiting 2.0 Culture

A question worth asking: RISMedia has asked me to offer my perspective on what some might consider “Recruiting 2.0.”  Would the approach to recruiting I employed 30 years ago, when my partner and I built a company from scratch to 60 offices (28 owned, 32 franchised) and attracted 1,800 agents, still

ARA, Realtors® Celebrate Joint Advocacy Victory in Missouri

Two state ballot initiatives in Missouri, focused on major changes to taxation and grassroots ballot measures, were both soundly defeated last night, as the state Realtor® association joined with the rival American Association of Realtors (ARA) to oppose the initiatives. Amendment 5 would have remov

Homeowner Included: How To Buy a Home When the Owner Just Won’t Leave 

A Colorado foreclosure listing went viral recently because it comes with an unusual catch: The owner is "included." Located at 408 Garfield Ave. in Nunn, CO, the $215,280 property is being sold sight unseen. Buyers can’t view, inspect, or access the home before purchasing it.  The reason? The owner—