T
he latest issue of RISMedia's Real Estate magazine is out, featuring exclusive content that sheds light on the real estate industry. A standout feature explores HomeSmart's remarkable journey from its inception to becoming a successful player in the market. The company's innovative 100% model has been a game-changer, empowering agents with more control and efficiency.

    On the cover, HomeSmart celebrates 25 years of revolutionizing the industry with its agent-centric approach. Founder Matt Widdows had a vision to create a brokerage experience that would give agents more commission dollars, better tools, and professional support without sacrificing anything. This bold idea has been refined over the years to meet the evolving needs of agents.

    Other highlights include:

    * Great Spaces: A luxurious retreat on Mexico's Pacific Coast offers an unparalleled barefoot luxury experience.

    * The housing recruiting wars are intensifying as top producers become harder to poach, with stability emerging as a key selling point in a slow market.

    * Economic anxiety is taking its toll on both buyers and sellers, according to a recent regional survey. Almost 75% of agents reported that buyer clients gave up on their search this summer due to economic or financial concerns.

    Check out the Table of Contents for more top features from this month's issue!