Sam's Stories

What the MLS landscape will look like in 2019
As the number of multiple listing services dips below 600 this year, here’s a data-driven look at the layout
Feb 26
Opinion
The 6 loudest topics at Inman Connect New York 2019
One MLS to rule them all, Zillow's upstream movement, iBuyers and more
Feb 13
Opinion
This one barrier is keeping us from innovating
Working through this 'Bizzaro' world of MLS tech will have your head spinning
Jan 22
Opinion
How to conquer the 7 deadly sins of real estate leadership
Our industry is wrapped in sloth, wrath, lust, envy, pride, gluttony and greed — it's time to stop
Dec 19
Opinion
Real estate roundup: Big money, bad data, bot bites dog
Sam DeBord’s take on industry news, in case you missed it
Oct 18
Opinion
Inman Connect San Francisco’s swan song was full of fear and discipline
The kind of ingenuity displayed at ICSF is what will lead the winners into the industry's next phase
Jul 25
Does a Compass lie? Finding true north in real estate
Why will a consumer or agent choose to work with you this year, in five years or in 10 years?
Jun 27
Opinion
Who’s lobbying NAR? Zillow, dues dollars and the DOJ
Let’s add some context to the NAR-HAR back-and-forth and talk about recent Zillow happenings
May 11