by Robert Smith | Jun 19, 2026 | Homebuilding, Housing Market, Housing Shortage, Real Estate
June Online Course DiscountsUse HOME35Save 35% on all online productsUse HOME40Save 40% on Licensing ProductsReal Estate • Appraisal • Mortgage • Professional DevelopmentOffer valid through June 30,...
by Robert Smith | Apr 24, 2026 | Opinion, Inman News, Listing Agent, Real Estate
Key TakeawaysListing agent buyer leads remain one of the least clearly defined aspects of the real estate transactionListings generate significant value through buyer inquiries, attention, and dataCurrent systems recognize attribution, but not how opportunity is...
by Robert Smith | Apr 9, 2026 | Information for Real Estate Agents-Brokers, Real Estate, Real Estate Industry Insights
Key Takeaways Pocket listings sold for about 1.7% more The advantage comes from avoiding negotiation They often sell faster Luxury homes can see significantly higher premiums Clear Cooperation reduced—but did not eliminate—the strategy How a listing enters the market...
by Robert Smith | Mar 23, 2026 | Opinion, Real Estate
Key Points for Agents The listing agent often carries the upfront cost and risk of bringing a property to market. Listings generate buyer attention and opportunity—but that value is increasingly captured by others. Portals, brokerages, and platforms often control the...
by Robert Smith | Mar 8, 2026 | Real Estate Industry Insights, Real Estate
Key Points for Agents"List to Last" once meant listings generated multiple transactions for the listing agent.Before portals, most buyer inquiries went directly to the listing agent.Today many buyer inquiries flow through portals such as Zillow.Agents often pay...
by Robert Smith | Feb 25, 2026 | Information for Real Estate Agents-Brokers, Real Estate, Tips for Real Estate Agents
🚩 Kickback Red Flags If any of the situations below come up, pause and get guidance before moving forward. “Don’t worry about disclosing this…” Payment offered after the transaction closes Compensation tied to a referral but no written agreement “Marketing”...
