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Social media users claim short-term rental bookings are collapsing. But the data tells another story. Inman reached out to Airbnb and to some experts who follow the short-term rental space.
At his company’s annual REtreat in Atlanta, Compass CEO Robert Reffkin used his keynote to give an honest and intimate review of his company’s post-IPO performance and cast a vision for the future.
Approximately 5 percent of Zillow’s workforce have been let go as the company shifts its focus towards technology, according to a new report published Wednesday.
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Compass
Compass became the largest company of its kind in the U.S. this year, but is holding its annual gathering as the real estate industry navigates uniquely troubled waters.
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The more you grow your knowledge and understanding of the real estate industry, the more your business will typically expand — and your income will grow, Jimmy Burgess says. These 11 understandings, when acted upon, can elevate your business to the level of your dreams.