Worried about doing fewer deals? Sell more expensive homes instead
NAR’s commission suit settlement policy changes are coming. If you're worried about fewer deals in your future, maybe it's time to focus on a higher price point, broker Anthony Marguleas writes
by Anthony Marguleas Aug 13
Be bold: How to be a champion of change during uncertain times
As we face change as an industry, it’s crucial to be able to face that change with confidence in order to be able to thrive, broker Joseph Santini writes. Here’s how to build a tolerance for change
by Joseph Santini Aug 13
Michigan agents and brokers sue NAR due to antitrust settlement
The plaintiffs protest 'compulsory' Realtor membership to access the MLS after the removal of 'the guaranteed broker commission' from the MLS
by Andrea V. Brambila Aug 12
Fathom says revenue sharing will help it recruit new agents
After growing agent count by 12%, the flat-fee brokerage said in Q2 earnings that it's poised for continued growth with new plans that pay a percentage of revenue generated by recruited agents
by Matt Carter Aug 12
NAR membership rebounds ahead of Aug. 17 settlement deadline
More agents are joining the National Association of Realtors ahead of the approaching Aug. 17 deadline for Realtors and MLSs to implement policy changes
by Richelle Hammiel Aug 12
The market is harder for millennials than it was for boomers: Report
A new report in 'The Wall Street Journal' found that baby boomers had an easier time navigating real estate market challenges in the 1980s than millennials do today.
by Taylor Anderson Aug 12
From fringe to forefront? What agent ‘steering’ will look like now
A survey of hundreds of real estate agents suggests that 'steering' based on commissions used to be rare. After the Aug. 17 deadline, it may become ubiquitous — but with buyers in the driver's seat
by Daniel Houston Aug 12
Why you probably shouldn’t open a real estate brokerage
Opinion
The wisest thing you can do is learn from the mistakes of others, especially when it comes to long-term career decisions that are hard to reverse, Mainframe founder and CEO Sean Frank writes
by Sean Frank Aug 10
Can you survive the squeeze from 2% commissions? The Download
The Consumer Federation of America raised eyebrows and hackles with its advice to pay only the equivalent of a 2% commission for both real estate purchases and sales
by Christy Murdock Aug 10
Offerpad confirms layoffs after ‘restructuring’ amid down market
The iBuyer declined to confirm how many employees have been let go. Recent SEC filings show widespread cuts compared to a year earlier
by Taylor Anderson Aug 9
What the presidential candidates plan to do about affordable housing
Opinion
Curious about the candidates' housing plans? Inman contributor Rachael Hite rounded up each campaign's talking points so that you can decide which policy might have a positive impact
by Rachael Hite Aug 9
More agents leave Official in wake of Alexander brothers' departures
At least 5 agents based in New York and Miami have left the firm in about the last week. Previously, West Coast founding broker Tyrone McKillen had also left the Side-backed brokerage
E&V's Anthony Hitt says the best thing agents can do now is 'focus'
The Engel & Völkers Americas president and CEO took time to chat with Inman and shared why agents should be concentrating on relationships — not confusion around commission lawsuits
Commission, communication, compliance: 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 Dani Vanderboegh Aug 9
RE/MAX agent count drops as revenue falls for 8 straight quarters
Franchisor reported its US agent count fell 6.3% during the second quarter as revenue fell 4.8% compared to a year earlier, according to its earnings report
by Taylor Anderson Aug 8
It’s still a listings game! 5 effective ways to generate listings now
Post-NAR settlement, it’s never been more critical to generate listings, Jimmy Burgess says. That’s why he sat down with Curaytor’s Jimmy Mackin to highlight these winning strategies
by Jimmy Burgess Aug 8