David Greenspan

2 weeks ago | realestatemagazine.ca | David Greenspan

The real estate market is challenging right now. Activity is inconsistent, pressure is mounting, and many agents are feeling stuck. In times like these, it’s easy to start looking for something new. A new tool. A new lead source. A new way to market. The temptation is real, especially when the traditional routes feel like they’re slowing down. But in reality, what’s working best right now is not new at all.

1 month ago | realestatemagazine.ca | David Greenspan

Let’s be real—this market isn’t hard because there are no deals. It’s hard because too many people are operating with false expectations, and not enough real conversations are happening to fix it. Buyers are chasing homes they can’t afford. Sellers are living in the past—stuck on 2021 prices. And agents are burning time, energy and emotional bandwidth showing properties that were never realistic from the start. It’s a recipe for frustration – not for closings.

2 months ago | jdsupra.com | David Greenspan |Daniel Peyton |John Thomas Jr.

Beginning July 1, 2025, Virginia will prohibit noncompete agreements for all employees eligible for overtime pay. The new law builds on previous prohibitions for “low-wage employees” in the Commonwealth. As McGuireWoods previously reported, Virginia already prohibits noncompetes for most “low-wage employees,” defined as those who earn less than the average weekly wage in the Commonwealth. The 2025 average weekly wage is $1,463.10, or about $76,000 per year.

Mar 13, 2025 | realestatemagazine.ca | David Greenspan

As AI is weaved into the fabric of various industries around the globe, , real estate stands at a crossroads. Over the years, we’ve seen waves of new technology—social media, chatbots, online lead generation—each touted as the next game-changer. Now, AI has arrived, the latest bright and shiny object and it’s captured our industry’s attention.

Feb 13, 2025 | realestatemagazine.ca | David Greenspan

Did you know that by this time of year, 80 per cent of people have already abandoned their 2025 goals? That means only 20 per cent are still actively working toward what they set out to achieve. So why does this happen? Why do so many give up so soon? Is it a lack of motivation, poor planning or did they even start in the first place? Whatever the reason, one thing is clear: you don’t want to be in that 80 per cent.