DelPrete: How Zillow pressures its agent partners to plug mortgages
Zillow is shoring up its Home Loans business by ratcheting up pressure on Flex agents, who refer clients to the mortgage arm or risk losing future leads, real estate advisor Mike DelPrete writes
by Mike DelPrete Nov 1
How long can home prices hold out? Here's how I see it
When will rising interest rates, low inventory and diminishing buyer hopes translate into falling home prices? Windermere Chief Economist Matthew Gardner weighs in
by Matthew Gardner Nov 1
Verdict's in: Brad Inman, experts break it down at Inman Connect
Join Brad Inman, Kendall Bonner and Russ Cofano at Virtual Connect Wednesday as they tackle the historic Sitzer | Burnett ruling and what it means. It’s part of a 2-day virtual ticket, only $149
by Inman Nov 1
During Proptech Month, explore the tech that drives the future
This November, Inman offers a deep dive into the world of proptech and the state of the startups that are building the future right before our eyes
by Inman Nov 1
The broker's dilemma: To own or not to own; that is the question
New Inman contributor Lisa Troyano-Ascolese outlines the thought process behind starting or buying a brokerage and how to know if you're really ready
Reach out, take names: 13 tips for beefing up your client database
Opinion
Whether you're just getting started or have been at it for a while, you already know that finding potential clients is critical. Here are 13 tips to build and nurture your client base
by Luke Babich Nov 1
'Selling Sunset' Season 7 drops on Netflix on Friday
A trailer for the new season of the real estate reality TV series suggests broker Jason Oppenheim feels his LA office's agents have slacked off while 'the agents in the OC work their asses off'
by Lillian Dickerson Oct 31
Sitzer attorney files new suit against Compass, Redfin, others
Michael Ketchmark filed the new lawsuit just moments after a jury sided with his clients in the Sitzer | Burnett case. The new suit claims another batch of companies committed a conspiracy
Jury awards $5B to homesellers in landmark Sitzer | Burnett verdict
Jurors in the 2-week commission trial shocked the real estate industry Tuesday, awarding an astonishing $5.36B in damages to homesellers after deliberating for 2 hours and 28 minutes
by Andrea V. Brambila Oct 31
Despite high cost to finance, home prices hit new heights in August
Housing prices increased 0.4% between July and August and were up 2.6% on an annual basis, representing new highs in many markets
by Ben Verde Oct 31
The Sitzer verdict is in. Here's how to protect your buyer commission
There's already a perfectly simple solution to defining and communicating with buyers about your commission, writes broker-owner Teresa Boardman
by Teresa Boardman Oct 31
You shared what you're doing to ensure your clients' security
Here's how you're trying to protect your clients' safety and security from scammers and fraudsters in today's world
by Inman Oct 31
New startup Foyer helps first-time homebuyers with savings program
The '401(k) for homeownership' helps first-time buyers achieve their savings goals with 4.51% APY high-yield savings accounts, as well as educational tools and matching with agents and lenders
by Lillian Dickerson Oct 31
Sitzer | Burnett closing arguments wrap as judgment day approaches
In a final push on Monday, attorneys for real estate franchisors and the National Association of Realtors argued that homesellers in the case failed to prove a conspiracy to inflate commissions
by Andrea V. Brambila Oct 31
Jordan Cohen knows what to say and do to win the listing every time
Want to join the ranks of the top listing agents in your market? Trainer and author Bernice Ross says that these proven strategies and tactics can help you become a top listing agent as well
by Bernice Ross Oct 31
Don't let social media become your worst nightmare
Opinion
The wrong social media post is like a vampire: It lives forever and sucks the lifeblood of your reputation. Trainer Rachael Hite offers 3 tips to repel bad juju online
by Rachael Hite Oct 31