Corcoran agent finds her home fraudulently listed on Airbnb
Sarah Stewart only learned her Hamptons vacation home was fraudulently listed on the platform after someone called her to confirm that they should wire $25K outside of the Airbnb platform
by Lillian Dickerson Apr 23
Sitzer judge grants preliminary approval for NAR settlement
Judge Stephen R. Bough ruled that the sweeping changes NAR agreed to were 'fair, reasonable and adequate' and set a final approval hearing for November
by Taylor Anderson Apr 23
5 tips for navigating times of frustration and uncertainty
Whether it's commission lawsuit settlements or life in general that's causing your stress, broker-owner Pam Blair offers insight to help you come out stronger on the other side
by Pam Blair Apr 23
Flat-fee brokerage Homie makes remarkable pivot amid upheaval
The Utah-based disruptor 'moved our real estate agents from W2 to 1099' while other 'non-Homie' agents were laid off last week due to 'role redundancy,' a Homie spokesperson confirmed to Inman
by Jim Dalrymple II Apr 22
BHGRE's 2nd largest franchise signs 10-year contract renewal
Atlanta-based Metro Brokers has signed an agreement to stay with Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate until 2034. The company was one of the first affiliates to join BHGRE in 2009
by Marian McPherson Apr 22
Tim Rodland launches new Bahamas luxury brokerage
Rodland Real Estate, which operates across the archipelago, provides clients a private portal with access to off-market properties. The firm also has a robust global network, Inman has learned
by Lillian Dickerson Apr 22
CoStar to acquire 3D scanning company Matterport for $1.6B
Matterport's board of directors unanimously approved the deal, to be finalized later this year. CoStar purchased its outstanding stock for $5.50 per share, reflecting an equity value of $2.1B
by Taylor Anderson Apr 22
Real estate brokers didn't fear the lawsuits — until NAR settled: Intel
Anxiety around commissions leaped to the top of the worries brokerage leaders face, pushing down concerns around inventory and competition, according to Inman Intel Index survey results
by Daniel Houston Apr 22
Let this pro planner help you create a stellar recruitment event
Event planning is about more than space and catering. Let Liane Dutton guide you through developing an effective call to action and measurable outcomes to ensure recruiting success
by Liane Dutton Apr 20
7 strategies to turn today’s bad economic news into more deals
Frustrated and anxious about economic conditions? Trainer Bernice Ross writes that, instead of waiting for change, agents can move forward with confidence by following these strategies
by Bernice Ross Apr 19
Agents maneuver a labyrinthine legal landscape: The Download
There's been a heapin' helpin' of new developments in the commission lawsuits. Here's how to pivot and  be ready for whatever comes next
by Christy Murdock Apr 19
'RHONY's' Erin Lichy heads to Compass to launch new team
The reality TV star has left the Eklund Gomes Team at Douglas Elliman to start the Erin + Alex Team at Compass with Alexandra Hedaya. It will operate in New York, the Hamptons and Florida
by Lillian Dickerson Apr 19
Commission lawsuits, updates, getting listings: Inman Top 5
Looking for a quick catch-up on the buzziest stories of the week? Here’s Inman Top 5, the most essential stories, according to Inman readers
by Dani Vanderboegh Apr 19
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by Daniel Houston Apr 19
Defendants fight to get homebuyer commission suits tossed
The National Association of Realtors, Keller Williams, Anywhere, RE/MAX, Compass, eXp and others offered a slew of arguments for why the Batton 1 and Batton 2 cases should be thrown out
by Andrea V. Brambila Apr 19
'The sky is not falling': Fighting fear and frustration post-settlement
Nick Schlekeway looks at the consumer, governmental and industry forces that led to the post-settlement landscape and the opportunities they present for those willing to move forward
by Nick Schlekeway Apr 19