Home insurance startup Hippo raises $350M
Japanese insurance giant Mitsui Sumitomo is injecting funds into the company's efforts to usher its insurance product into more than 95 percent of U.S. households.
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How to handle buyer’s agent commissions when a seller won’t pay
Though relatively rare today, some agents foresee a future in which buyers are responsible for their agents' commissions. That could pose a challenge for buyers — though some agents have already figured out solutions.
6 ways to add a personal touch to daily client communications
We're all doing business from behind our screens this year, but that doesn't mean we should give up the relationship element of a real estate transaction. Here's how to add a human touch to your communication.
13 things buyers need to consider before relocating
With people across the country moving in record numbers, it might motivate others to do the same. Selling a home and packing up to a dream destination might seem rather easy right now, but here are 13 things buyers should consider.
The 8 mistakes to avoid when designing a virtual home tour
But without practice, these tours can be tricky to execute smoothly, even for seasoned agents. Here are common mistakes to avoid in order to maximize your success.
How DIY TV shows changed homebuying trends
The growing interest in real estate TV programs has inspired more people to complete their own renovations—and altered how interested buyers shop for homes.
How to break into the lucrative REO market
Even in a busy market, listing agents typically handle only a handful of listings at any one time. With today’s environment of limited inventory and high competition for listings, resourceful agents are looking to new markets to generate lead...
Discount real estate brokerage unveils low-cost franchise option
With a strategic combination of digital marketing and branding tools, 1 Percent Lists upended the traditional brokerage structure with great success.
3 resources every real estate pro should know about in today’s market
These tips could make the difference between handing the keys to a future client or hanging up the phone after running out of ideas.
Perfect the handwritten note! 5 examples you’ll want to steal
Correspondence is an art, not a science, but these tips will help make your handwritten notes, thank-you's and videos easier to create.
