Open house rules for agents: Do’s and don’ts

Updated NAR rules, communication with visitors and appropriate hosting times can all impact the leverage provided by a well-planned open house, Andrew Reichek writes.
Top 12 Things Idaho is Known For

Idaho, often referred to as the “Gem State,” is a diverse and scenic part of the American Northwest that offers more than meets the eye. While many people associate Idaho with potatoes, the state boasts a rich blend of natural beauty, outdoor recreation, cultural heritage, and economic contributions. In this Redfin article, we’ll highlight what […]
LPT Realty’s Robert Palmer is building a ‘brokerage for life’
“I do not believe single-entity national brokerages should get involved in mortgage or title,” Palmer told HousingWire in an exclusive interview. “It’s a localized business. The agent should have that great local mortgage broker that I was 20 years ago. No call center loan officer is ever going to drive an hour to get a […]
$5,000/Month Cash Flow from 3 Small Multifamily Properties in JUST 5 Years
Making $65,000 in yearly cash flow from three rental properties?! Today’s guests are on a mission to create generational wealth, and they’re doing it with an investing strategy YOU can use to scale your real estate portfolio fast, too—small multifamily properties! Welcome back to the Real Estate Rookie podcast! Daniel and Rebeca Hawthorne didn’t come […]
Zillow’s new listing policy: Punishment disguised as fairness

Darryl Davis outlines the way Zillow’s actions and policies are designed for its own benefit, not for the benefit of sellers or real estate professionals.
NextHome commits to Zillow’s listing transparency standards
“Partnering with Zillow to commit to listing transparency is simply the right thing to do for homebuyers and sellers across America. Prioritizing humans over houses is a core value at NextHome because it builds trust and fosters a more informed and confident client base which we believe puts our agents in a position to win,” […]
Snowballing $20K into 10 Rentals by Doing What You (Probably) Won’t
Would you sell your car, live without plumbing and electricity, and shower at the gym daily to build a rental portfolio? Now, would you do it while having one of the most prestigious jobs on the planet? If you said yes to both, you might as well be Gary Striewski, rental property investor, DIY home […]
You’re not behind: Mindset and strategies needed for success

If you feel like your progress has stalled, Jimmy Burgess writes, implement these strategies and build the real estate business you’ve been dreaming of.
La Rosa Holdings launches commission advance program
The program, operated through a newly formed subsidiary, allows La Rosa agents to receive early payment on pending real estate commissions. In return, the company will collect 15% of the total commission from participating agents. “We believe that the launch of LR Agent Advance is a game-changer for our agents and our company alike,” said […]
Debt Fund Investing 101
In This Article There is a rising interest (pun intended) among investors about the returns offered by debt funds, so I thought I’d write an introduction to approaching investment in a private credit or debt fund. Why Invest in Debt Funds? Debt funds often offer high yields, in the 8% preferred return range, with a […]