Tomer Fridman announces move to Christie's Real Estate SoCal
Days after news first broke that Fridman had left Compass, the luxury agent announced on Instagram his move to the brokerage, which is led by luxury powerhouse Aaron Kirman
by Lillian Dickerson Oct 30
Howard Hanna expands with acquisitions in Ohio, South Carolina
The nation's largest family-owned brokerage adds new partnerships in Dayton, Ohio, and Hilton Head, South Carolina. Big Hill and The Alliance Group Realty joined Howard Hanna this week
by Taylor Anderson Oct 30
Compass bucks tough market as revenue, agent count grow in Q3
The brokerage drove $1.5B in revenue — an 11.7% improvement over the same period in 2023, according to a third-quarter earnings report on Wednesday spanning July, August and September
by Jim Dalrymple II Oct 30
EXp Realty updates agent revenue share model amid recruitment bid
Starting Nov. 1, eXp agents will have access to new revenue streams, especially those who reach the virtual brokerage's ICON status, eXp World Holdings CEO Glenn Sanford said at eXpcon Miami
by Taylor Anderson Oct 30
Agent to the stars Tomer Fridman quietly leaves Compass
Fridman had been affiliated with Compass since 2017 and was a top producer. His departure was reportedly announced internally at the end of last week by Regional Vice President Parker Beatty
by Lillian Dickerson Oct 30
Compass envisions recruitment opportunity in industry upheaval
Rory Golod, Compass' president of growth and communications, spoke to Inman about Clear Cooperation, commission settlements, franchising and much more
by Jim Dalrymple II Oct 30
Here's what you'd like to see NAR focus on next: Pulse
Whether attending this year's NAR NXT or simply following Inman's coverage of the event, here's what you'd like to see the trade group focus on next
by Inman Oct 30
7 ways to keep agents engaged in Q4 and beyond
Love your agents, and have fun. It's Wisconsin broker Dawn Christiansen's secret to building a cohesive and engaged real estate team or brokerage
by Dawn Christiansen Oct 30
Real estate was ahead of the curve in fighting discrimination
A recent initiative by professional sports organizations is seeking to do what Realtors have been doing for more than a year: Pledging to do more to create inclusive communities
by Ryan Weyandt Oct 30
Deadly short-term touring agreement minefields for agents
Trainer Bernice Ross looks at temporary touring agreements, such as Zillow's, and how they can undermine the interests of clients, agents and brokerages
by Bernice Ross Oct 30
Kris Lindahl Real Estate featured in 'Call of Duty' ad campaign
Twin Cities broker-owner Kris Lindahl made headlines with a collaboration for Call of Duty's latest game. Here's how solid branding — and intellectual property protections — made the deal happen
by Marian McPherson Oct 29
Association-drafted forms protect consumers and members: CAR
Opinion
Despite the rhetoric of some in the industry, shifting away from using association-developed forms is the opposite of consumer-friendly, CAR President Melanie Barker writes for Inman
by Melanie Barker Oct 29
'Not done': Antitrust litigation in real estate is just warming up
In a recent webinar, Spencer Rascoff, James Dwiggins and Jack Miller discussed the future of commissions and why agents and brokers should pay attention to their legal risk
by Andrea V. Brambila Oct 29
The No. 1 challenge new agents face (and how to overcome it)
Every challenge is an opportunity in disguise, Darryl Davis writes, pushing you to grow, adapt and, ultimately, succeed in real estate
by Darryl Davis Oct 29
real estate economist
Windermere’s Principal Economist Jeff Tucker looks at September’s ‘disappointing’ existing-home sales report and discusses some of the factors impacting the numbers
by Jeff Tucker Oct 28
Authorities arrest missing San Antonio agent's husband
Real estate agent Suzanne Simpson has been missing since Oct. 7. Olmos Park authorities have arrested her husband, Brad, for obstructing a search of the couple's home last week
by Marian McPherson Oct 28