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TRID update: It’s ‘appropriate’ for agents and brokers to access Closing Disclosure

The biggest headache for real estate agents surrounding the TILA-RESPA Integrated Disclosures rules, also known as TRID, has — hopefully — disappeared. TRID, a set of rules administered by the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB), integrated the Truth in Lending Act and Real Estate Settlement Procedures Act — the TILA-RESPA part of the title — and […]

What does a home warranty cover?

A home warranty company’s primary goal is to make your clients feel secure and protected in their new purchase. It’s scary to buy a home and not know the state of the systems and appliances inside. A home warranty can provide that peace of mind and protection. One of the complaints home warranty companies get […]

NAR report shows staging gets homes off the market

Inventory is low, which means most listings are selling faster than ever. But there are still some outliers — homes that, for whatever reason, can’t attract a serious buyer. According to The National Association of Realtors (NAR), the tipping point may come from a splash of paint and some carefully placed furniture; these additions can make […]

Sindeo is back in the mortgage business after acquisition

Nick Stamos Fintech startup Sindeo is back in business, Inman has learned. “Renren, one of Sindeo’s investors, has acquired Sindeo and all of its assets,” Nick Stamos, one of Sindeo’s co-founders, told Inman in a statement. “We are excited to work closely with the Renren team to execute on our original mission of offering homebuyers […]

Crazy Sh*t In Real Estate: Responding to the calls of those in need

Reposted with permission — show notes and credits here. Natural calamities happen when we least expect them to, and for Lumberton, North Carolina, it happened in October of 2016. David Zeits was one of those who responded to the call to help those who were impacted by the hurricane. In this episode, Leigh Brown welcomes David Zeits who […]

How to pitch yourself as a new real estate agent

As a new real estate agent, how do you handle the “why should I go with a new agent instead of a seasoned veteran” objection? What is a script you can use to show that you will be available and dedicated? In this clip, Glenn Twiddle shares how to show the value you bring and […]

Inman announces another 12 Startup Alley participants for ICSF17

Tallahassee, Fla. (July 11 2017) – Inman® announced another 12 companies that will be exhibiting in Startup Alley at Inman Connect San Francisco, Aug. 7-11, 2017. Inman Connect is a week-long event bringing together more than 4,000 top-producing agents and brokers, CEO’s of leading real estate franchises, MLS and association leaders, tech entrepreneurs and marketing […]

Agent/broker perspective: Breaking a listing presentation slump

In this monthly column, Anthony Askowitz will explore a hypothetical Miami real estate situation from both sides of the broker/agent dynamic. A veteran Miami real estate agent is struggling with her recent listing presentations. What can her broker do to support her? Agent perspective Summer is baseball season, and it is definitely fair to say […]

Discussing personal topics with clients: How far should you go?

Working with buyers is a very intimate experience. When thinking about and discussing “home” with buyers, we’re not just talking about the real estate or business transaction, we’re also diving into the emotional impact.  The emotional component is further complicated when buyers are a couple and may have different expectations or histories with the notion […]

A take on smart home technology from an industry leader

President and CEO of Coldwell Banker Charlie Young shares some insights about the importance of familiarizing yourself with smart home technology. It’s available, buyers want it and you should know about it. Leverage that knowledge when working with clients, and be the smart home tech source they need…. Source: click here

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