Vrbo parent Expedia reports 12% growth in booked nights in Q4 2024
The vacation rental company reported ‘better than expected travel demand’ as room nights, gross bookings and revenue grew by double digits, according to Q4 earnings released Thursday
by Taylor Anderson Feb 6
John Lawrence boomerangs to Douglas Elliman from Compass
The 30-plus year real estate vet spent 15 years during the peak of his career at Douglas Elliman and recently returned after a 3-year stint at Compass. His 19-person team also joins him at Elliman
Legal tit-for-tat pulls back curtain on eXp's 'sweetheart' settlement
In court filings, eXp, Weichert and plaintiffs share new details about how settlement negotiations in the Gibson case fell apart before the brokerage moved to settle in a case called Hooper
by Taylor Anderson Feb 6
SERHANT. rides Florida wave with new leadership hires
Tiffany McQuaid and Gabby Valle have joined the firm in South Florida, respectively, as regional director of Strategy and Performance and VP of Marketing, New Development Inman has learned
Tool Kit: What you should know about DEI and Fair Housing
Experts predict that 70% of Americans will develop a recognized disability. DEI is essential for our future, writes Rachael Hite, and smart agents will invest in learning more
by Rachael Hite Feb 6
Only 29% of agents are doing deals. Here's how to be one of them
From underqualified agents to mindless recruiting practices, team leader Carl Medford outlines the things that need to change in order to elevate the industry
by Carl Medford Feb 6
RE/MAX Canada president steps down amid leadership turnover
Christopher Alexander announced he was stepping down from his role after just over 3 years as RE/MAX faces ongoing struggles with revenue and agent count
by Taylor Anderson Feb 5
Stephen Kotler steps down as Western Region CEO at Elliman
Kotler has been with Elliman for more than 30 years, and will return to work in sales alongside his brother and son on the Kotler Team in NYC following a tumultuous period for western operations
Holly Parker joins Compass after 25 years at Douglas Elliman
Luxury real estate powerhouse Holly Parker is making a big move — after 25 years with Douglas Elliman, she's taking her team to Compass in New York, the brokerage announced Wednesday
by Richelle Hammiel Feb 5
Will HUD Secretary Scott Turner be good for housing?
Opinion
Broker and former US Senate legislative correspondent Cara Ameer offers issue-by-issue analysis of the confirmation hearing for Scott Turner, newly confirmed as HUD Secretary
by Cara Ameer Feb 5
How to create a financial plan as a brand new team leader
With careful planning and strategic execution, you can achieve your financial objectives and lead your real estate team to long-term success, Verl Workman writes
by Verl Workman Feb 5
Fair housing protections rolled back on Day 1 of Trump presidency
Having fair access and the opportunity to lease or own a home is paramount to the American dream, Dr. Lee Davenport writes. Here's how new policies could impact that goal
by Lee Davenport Feb 5
NYC real estate vet Scott Harris launches Magnetic firm with Side
After 18 years with Brown Harris Stevens, Harris has set off on his own with members of his previous team alongside him. The firm will put a high focus on client and agent service
Commissions have fallen for homes above $500K, Redfin says
Overall buyer’s agent commissions average 2.37%, essentially unchanged since August. Commissions rose for homes below $500K, according to the new report
by Taylor Anderson Feb 4
Former Vegas Realtors CEO sues organization after election mishap
Former CEO Wendy DiVecchio points to disagreement with the board over LVR's ownership of its MLS as a potential reason she was investigated and subsequently fired last week
by Taylor Anderson Feb 4
State Farm seeks double-digit rate hike in California in wake of LA fires
The insurer asked the California Department of Insurance to raise rates by an average of 22% 'to help avert a dire situation' as the company pays thousands of claims related to the fires