Offering home warranty plans that cover the systems and appliances we all rely on to keep our homes and lives running smoothly, American Home Shield (AHS) brings more than 50 years of experience and insight to protecting what matters most in the home—empowering homeowners with confidence and control. With approximately 2 million members, AHS is…
Behind every successful real estate professional is a strong support system—one that delivers the tools, infrastructure and guidance needed to empower entrepreneurs to excel. From recruiting and lead development to long-term business strategy, the Brands by Integra network, a family-owned and -operated network of companies created back in 1995 and led by the D’Amico family,…
Above, Jeremy Larson As Zillow celebrates its 20th anniversary this week, the real estate industry itself looks radically different than it did two decades ago. What once depended on access to listings and information now hinges on expertise, interpretation and trust—themes reflected throughout Jeremy Larson’s career. A longtime Zillow agent partner, Larson—CEO of the Larson…
Private listings have become one of the most widely debated topics in real estate today, with brokerages staking out clear positions on how they should be used. But for real estate professionals across the board, the guiding principle remains the same: doing what’s best for the seller. During RISMedia’s Real Estate’s Rocking in the New…
A new consumer class-action lawsuit was filed against Rocket Companies on Jan. 26 in the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Michigan. According to a press release announcing the action, the Michigan-based lending conglomerate is accused of forcing agents to steer clients toward using Rocket Mortgage. This move, according to attorneys at Hagens…
Above, JB Warren. JB Warren Team Founder Warren Team powered by Jason Mitchell Group Orlando, Florida https://thejasonmitchellgroup.com Region served: Florida, Colorado, Idaho, Tennessee Years in real estate: 10 Number of team members: 120 Favorite part of your job: Helping agents build confidence and consistency while creating businesses that support their goals and lives. What…
With the first month of the new year behind us, real estate professionals are buckling down as they find their stride and set the tone for the months ahead. Coming off another tough year, brokerage leaders are moving quickly in order to take advantage of a gradually improving market. But where do the biggest opportunities…
Above, Amit Kulkarni and Russ Cofano This past November, when the National Association of Realtors® (NAR) repealed the rule linking MLS access to Realtor® membership—bringing an end to a structure that shaped local policy and revenue for decades—Realtor® associations and MLSs were forced to navigate a new world with no clear roadmap for moving forward. …
Above: Parker Pemberton Parker Pemberton, founder and CEO of Pemberton Real Estate, has announced a strategic merger with AJ Pettersen and the Advisory Realty Group, one of Minnesota’s highest-producing and most respected real estate teams. The merger, which significantly expands Pemberton Real Estate’s scale and market presence—positioning the firm as one of the largest and…
Above, Ryan Jonke Ryan Jonke Managing Broker/Owner JPAR® – Modern Real Estate Arvada, Colorado https://www.jparmodernre.com Region served: Denver Front Range Years in real estate: 25 Number of offices: 1 Number of agents: 170 Favorite part of your job: Teaching agents—whether that’s informing them as to what’s going on in the market or teaching them about…
In today’s market, agents who move deals forward aren’t the most aggressive; they’re the most curious. The right questions don’t pressure buyers into action; they help buyers articulate what’s holding them back. Read more.
