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The New Era of Realtor® Safety: From Prevention to Protection

Claudia Larsen — Tue, 22 Sep 2026 17:39:21 +0000

While September may be recognized as Realtor® Safety Month, safety should be a top priority every day of the year—a year-round commitment that involves creating safer practices, stronger awareness and a culture of preparedness for those who work in the industry. Today, that means being aware of more than just your physical surroundings when meeting…

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Op-Ed: Innovation Before Regulation—Not So Fast, My Friends

Desirae Sin — Tue, 22 Sep 2026 16:32:48 +0000

I find it fascinating that an industry that has historically resisted government involvement in the relationship between a broker and their client is now increasingly looking to the government for solutions. Across the country, states are introducing legislation around private listings, listing transparency and consumer access to housing inventory. Some support it. Some oppose it.…

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Rising Above the Competition

Desirae Sin — Mon, 21 Sep 2026 18:59:51 +0000

Carter Clark Broker/Owner/President Weichert, Realtors® – The Griffin Company Fayetteville, Arkansas https://www.weichertgriffin.com Regions served: Northwest Arkansas and Southwest Missouri Years in real estate: 23 Number of offices: 4 Number of agents: 236 Favorite part of your job: Working with our agents to help them grow their business, learn how to prospect and be customer-centric. Most…

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Corcoran’s Women-Powered Quintet Cornering Santa Fe Luxury Market

Claudia Larsen — Mon, 21 Sep 2026 18:00:51 +0000

From left: Amanda Morris, Ria Bacigalupa, Stephanie Duran, Catie Ish, Amelia Robinson. Alex Ignacio photo. It may not have been the intent for Veritas Real Estate Partners to be composed of only women agents, but they certainly aren’t upset with the results. Corcoran Plaza Properties, the exclusive Corcoran affiliate serving Santa Fe and the surrounding…

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Growing a Brokerage Built to Last

Desirae Sin — Mon, 21 Sep 2026 17:32:03 +0000

Randy Rector CEO HomeSmart Evergreen Realty Irvine, California https://homesmart.com/franchise/hs0019 Regions served: Orange, Los Angeles and San Bernardino counties Years in real estate: 21 Number of offices: 9 Number of agents: 1,000-plus Who has most influenced your success: My parents, who instilled in me a strong work ethic The brokerage recently celebrated its 30th anniversary. What…

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Sustainable Growth: Building a Business That Lasts

Claudia Larsen — Fri, 18 Sep 2026 16:09:47 +0000

As CEO and co-owner of The Ashton Real Estate Group of REMAX Advantage, the No. 1 REMAX team in the world*, I’m often asked what it takes to build a high-performing real estate business. Many people think the answer is simple: close more transactions. Production certainly matters, and high-performing agents should be proud of the…

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Transaction Management Should Do More Than Save Time: It Should Give Brokers More Control

Desirae Sin — Fri, 18 Sep 2026 15:40:11 +0000

Shouldn’t a digital transaction management system work just as well for brokers as it does for agents? Agents need a platform that makes forms, signatures and documents easier to manage. Brokers need visibility, consistency and a clearer way to track what is happening across the business. The right transaction management platform should deliver both without…

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Op-Ed: The Most Valuable Asset in Real Estate Isn’t Artificial

Desirae Sin — Fri, 18 Sep 2026 15:36:31 +0000

Artificial intelligence has quickly become one of the most talked-about topics in real estate. Nearly every conversation about the future of our industry includes automation, predictive analytics and digital transformation. As someone who spends every day focused on operations, technology and growth, I find that exciting. But I also believe we’re asking the wrong question.…

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Global Spotlight: How London’s Mayfair International Helps U.S. Real Estate Firms Compete Globally

Desirae Sin — Thu, 17 Sep 2026 18:15:47 +0000

The Mayfair office is located on this bustling luxury block. Real estate may be rooted in local expertise, but many of today’s most valuable client relationships extend beyond local borders. Affluent buyers move between countries. Sellers expect their properties to reach international audiences. Families maintain homes in multiple cities, while business owners, investors and executives…

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6 Key Numbers Buyers Must Examine Before Committing

Claudia Larsen — Thu, 17 Sep 2026 18:07:02 +0000

There’s a reason most everyone in real estate has their eyes peeled on how the mortgage rate moves every week. Even a slight rise can short-circuit some buyers. The average rate on a 30-year fixed mortgage reached 6.71% in early September, its highest level in 13 months, according to Freddie Mac. A separate daily measure…

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