Brown Harris Stevens has announced that Lisa Simonsen and The Simonsen Team have joined the firm’s flagship office on Park Avenue in Manhattan. With a history of luxury transactions across notable NYC properties, Simonsen has transacted more than $2 billion dollars over the course of her 20-year career, the company stated. “Lisa Simonsen is recognized… The post NYC Broker Lisa Simonsen Joins Brown...
14 August 2024
Having a rock-solid referral system is every agent’s dream and–when done well–can be the cornerstone of your success. Whether you’re a seasoned real estate agent or just starting out in this industry, developing a reliable referral system can significantly boost your client base and sales. With the right techniques, you’ll foster strong relationships that turn… The post From Contacts to...
The way that real estate business is conducted is changing, and the industry must accept and adapt, adhering to fiduciary duties and ensuring transparency with clients. In the latest RISMedia webinar—”Countdown to August 17–Compensation and Commission Strategies Post-NAR Mandate”—thousands tuned in to hear real estate experts discuss how they’re handling new commission guidelines, risk...
In a program designed to honor real estate agents who are new to the business yet already achieving extraordinary results, RISMedia’s third-annual Real Estate Rookie of the Year awards, sponsored by Colibri Real Estate, today revealed the Top 25 regional finalists for 2024. Five regional winners will be chosen from among the Top 25, and… The post RISMedia Reveals the Top 25 Rookie of the Year Finalists...
CubiCasa, a software firm specializing in floor planning technology, has announced a new partnership with brokerage franchise NextHome. Together, NextHome and CubiCasa will aim to attach a floor plan to all NextHome listings. “We are thrilled to partner with CubiCasa. In today’s real estate market, agents need to demonstrate their value more than ever,” said… The post CubiCasa and NextHome Partner...
Increased mortgage application activity reached a new record this week, increasing 16.8% from one week earlier, when it hit its highest volume since January with a 6.9% increase, according to the latest Weekly Applications Survey from the Mortgage Bankers Association’s (MBA) for the week ending August 9, 2024. The Refinance Index increased 35% from the… The post Mortgage Applications, Refinance...
The Consumer Price Index (CPI) was up 0.2% from June to July 2024 and up 2.9% from a year ago, according to the latest data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. The Index measures the costs of goods and services across the American economy so as to track inflation levels; as such, it is… The post Latest CPI Data Shows Lowest Inflation Since 2021 appeared first on...
In real estate, being a “Futurist” means always looking ahead to move the industry forward. Being an “Influencer” means inspiring others through new perspectives and guidance. Whether it’s advocating for better standards and practices to build a better industry or sharing expert insights to the masses, those in our industry who demonstrate these qualities should… The post RISMedia’s...