Leaders foresee opportunity in wake of antitrust commission suits
Leaders at last week's Inman Connect New York were more upbeat than a year ago, and suggested that for all of last year's tumult, the best agents might just thrive in real estate's new normal
by Jim Dalrymple II Jan 28
We all need to care about the LGBTQ+ community
Like all Americans, LGBTQ+ people deserve the right to thrive — not just exist, broker and community advocate Jamie Zapata writes
by Jamie Zapata Jan 28
8 actionable ways to guide real estate clients with integrity
When clients know they can trust you, coach Darryl Davis writes, referrals flow, relationships deepen and reputations grow
by Darryl Davis Jan 28
What separates good real estate agents from great ones
Are you truly committed to your business, or are you just interested? The difference determines whether you're merely good or truly exceptional, broker Nick Schlekeway writes
by Nick Schlekeway Jan 28
The expanding role of micro-units in property renting
Despite challenges, municipalities are increasingly open to micro-unit developments as they seek innovative solutions to the affordability crisis, multifamily expert Michael Zaransky writes
by Michael Zaransky Jan 28
Agents embrace private listing networks. Consumers? Not yet
Sixty-nine percent of agents since 2020 have recommended their sellers list on a private listing network. However, sellers still favor listing on the multiple listing service, a Zillow survey said
by Marian McPherson Jan 27
Most wildfire victims won't return to Palisades, Josh Altman says
Former 'Million Dollar Listing' real estate agent Josh Altman predicts that nearly 70% of Pacific Palisades residents won't return to rebuild following the devastating Los Angeles wildfires
by Richelle Hammiel Jan 27
Angelica Parker lawsuit against Alexanders tossed on technicality
Judge Lewis A. Kaplan said the Adult Survivors Act supersedes the Victims of Gender-Motivated Violence Protection Law in her case, meaning Parker will have until Feb. 14 to amend the lawsuit
by Lillian Dickerson Jan 27
Yes, there's still time to make 2025 your best year yet in real estate
There is business to do, and someone is going to have their best year ever, Jimmy Burgess writes. Why shouldn't it be you?
by Jimmy Burgess Jan 26
Catch up on the best of Inman Connect New York: The Download
ICYMI, here are the must-know insights and can't-miss controversies straight from the stage of Inman Connect New York
by Christy Murdock Jan 25
Agents need to push past fear when posting online
Industry leaders at Inman Connect New York argued that social media and online videos are essential tools for today's real estate agents to find their voices and share their stories
by Jim Dalrymple II Jan 24
Clear Cooperation, resignation, deportation: Inman's 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 Jessi Healey Jan 24
71% of real estate agents didn't close any deals last year
At Inman Connect New York, Redfin's Joe Rath broke down the views of active agents in the industry, who make up less than a third of all Realtors
by Andrea V. Brambila Jan 24
Nykia Wright
During her first appearance at an Inman Connect event, Wright said she previously brought another entity back 'from the brink of extinction and irrelevance' and will now do the same at NAR
by Jim Dalrymple II Jan 24
Real estate lawyers take big stand against agent commission sharing
CRMLS General Counsel Ed Zorn and Leading Real Estate Companies of the World Chief Legal Officer Jessica Edgerton warned agents not to fall back on old practices, like sharing commissions
by Andrea V. Brambila Jan 24
Real estate's antitrust woes may continue during Trump's 2nd term
Although some in the real estate industry hope Trump will bring a lighter hand to antitrust, his nominees for Attorney General and Assistant AG suggest otherwise
by Marian McPherson Jan 24