Compass negotiating to buy Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices
The deal is reportedly nearing the finish line, though the companies have not agreed on final terms
Social media 2025: The new rules of engagement
Tune in to Inman Access to learn more about developing authentic engagement on social media and recovering from past missteps
by Inman Mar 13
Kamini Lane: It couldn't 'be a worse time' to repeal Clear Cooperation
The Coldwell Banker Realty CEO wrote a 'Newsweek' op-ed about protecting Clear Cooperation, saying repeal would allow brokers to 'actively hide' listings amid a long-lasting housing shortage
by Marian McPherson Mar 13
Brokerages that oppose CCP don't want transparency: Medford
Opinion
We need a fully transparent system that favors the consumer, not the broker, team leader Carl Medford writes, so that buyers and sellers can feel confident when transacting real estate
by Carl Medford Mar 13
Your phone knows you better than your bestie (and it's selling you out)
Mobile phones carry privacy and security risks due to their constant connectivity and vast amount of personal data. Safety expert Robert Siciliano shares strategies to protect yourself
by Robert Siciliano Mar 13
Maintenance repairs landlords are (and aren't) responsible for
Regular property inspections, transparent policies, and a willingness to address concerns create a foundation of trust between landlords and renters, Ryan Barone writes
by Ryan Barone Mar 13
Your step-by-step referral-based real estate business blueprint
Bernice Ross interviews Verl Workman, who provides insights from his new book to help agents and teams create leverage and generate 'raving referrals'
by Bernice Ross Mar 13
Clear Cooperation favors free markets: Bess Freedman
Opinion
Dismantling CCP entirely will negatively impact the industry, Brown Harris Stevens CEO Freedman writes. The industry needs to ‘step up and do what’s right for buyers, sellers and agents alike'
by Bess Freedman Mar 12
Glennda Baker: Don't chase viral moments. Be authentic
Glennda Baker of Glennda Baker & Associates, took the Inman on Tour Nashville stage with her signature style, personality and unfiltered truth about building a personal brand in real estate
by Richelle Hammiel Mar 12
Music City agents sing new tune as Nashville's rapid growth fuels deals
The pandemic unleashed a growth spurt in Tennessee, with Nashville at the center. Agents and a developer behind Nashville's tallest building illuminated the market at Inman on Tour this week
by Marian McPherson Mar 12
Judge denies Crye-Leike claim that it’s covered by NAR settlement
The Memphis-based brokerage argued in court that it was made up of 6 distinct and separate companies that should be covered under the settlement by the National Association of Realtors
by Taylor Anderson Mar 12
How to sell without feeling 'salesy'
When you lead with value, Nick Schlekeway writes, sales become more about service, allowing you to build trust and long-lasting relationships
by Nick Schlekeway Mar 12
Yes, it's still possible to bootstrap a real estate business: Pulse
We asked: Can a solo agent still start out with nothing and build an empire? Readers gave us a resounding 'YES!'
by Inman Mar 12
Reimagine common space, foster community in multifamily design
Thoughtfully designed common spaces in multifamily communities, Michael Zaransky writes, strengthen resident engagement, deepen the sense of belonging and enhance retention
by Michael Zaransky Mar 12
Dolly Lenz: Seek like-minded agents to generate referrals
Lenz appeared with other panelists Tuesday at Inman on Tour Nashville to tout the benefits of working from referrals. But the panelists all agreed that referrals only work when done right
by Jim Dalrymple II Mar 11
Howard Hanna demands judge’s recusal over political donations
Undisclosed political donations to Judge Stephen Bough’s wife called a disqualifying conflict of interest in a commission case known as Gibson. Plaintiffs' attorneys push back against the claim
by Taylor Anderson Mar 11