Looking back at Aug. 17: Are agents better off than we were a year ago?
Opinion
No, the real estate world didn't end a year ago with implementation of the terms of NAR's commission settlement. However, it did change. Here's how, according to Cara Ameer
by Cara Ameer Aug 19
NAR offers $99 home security package for Realtors, clients
SafeStreets offers NAR members and their clients a full security system for an installation fee of $99 plus ongoing monthly costs. It's the 3rd addition to NAR's Realtor Benefits program this year
by Marian McPherson Aug 15
One year later, 5 agents look at how buyer agent compensation changes have reshaped real estate
It's been a year of big talk, real change and lessons learned since Aug. 17, 2024. Martha Melendez looks at how the industry has shifted since terms of the commission settlement kicked in
by Martha Melendez Aug 15
How real estate pros can thrive beyond the MLS in the AI era
Marketing expert Molly McKinley shares how savvy agents are building sustainable competitive advantages through integrated digital marketing
by Molly McKinley Aug 14
Colorado MLS begins offering complimentary Rayse access
The Rayse platform launched last fall as a way to provide buyers and sellers with more transparency about the time and work agents put into transactions
by Taylor Anderson Aug 11
Judge denies NWMLS request to stay discovery, moving the needle forward for Compass
An order signed by US District Judge Jamal N. Whitehead on Wednesday denied NWMLS's request to stay discovery while the court considers its motion to dismiss the case
Realtor income edges up 4% despite market softening: NAR
The National Association of Realtors released its 2024 Member Profile on Wednesday, revealing that its typical member earned a median gross income of $58,100, up from $55,800 in 2023
by Marian McPherson Aug 6
NAR clinches another ‘3-way agreement’ victory in Pennsylvania
A judge has dismissed a Pennsylvania broker's lawsuit against the National Association of Realtors over its '3-way agreement.' This is the 3rd lawsuit NAR has won regarding the rule
by Marian McPherson Aug 4
Real estate CEOs sound off on CCP, M&A, being No. 1: The Download
Last week, the industry's biggest names took the stage at Inman Connect San Diego to talk about real estate's hottest topics and biggest controversies
by Christy Murdock Aug 4
Brad Inman to agents: AI will eliminate the great Clear Cooperation debate
The Inman News founder painted a picture at Inman Connect San Diego on Thursday of a future in which AI brings homes directly to consumers and makes the transaction easier and more joyful
by Lillian Dickerson Jul 31
Kevin Sears says NAR 'is going in the right direction' since commission suit
At Inman Connect San Diego, Sears was optimistic, but said that NAR membership is projected to drop by 150K members and the organization will face a $30M deficit
by Marian McPherson Jul 30
Home for sale sign, with sale pending
Pending home sales fell MOM and YOY in June, according to the National Association of Realtors. Economists are split on what the decline means as buyers navigate wider economic fears
by Marian McPherson Jul 30
'Hoarding' listings vs. seller's rights? Oppenheim and Sher debate Clear Cooperation
Jason Oppenheim and Ivan Sher participated in an intense debate about Clear Cooperation at Inman Luxury Connect. The issue remains among the most polarizing real estate has seen in years
by Jim Dalrymple II Jul 29
Compass, NWMLS trade barbs in new legal filings
As Compass called NWMLS a 'monopoly' and said its policies amount to an anticompetitive boycott, NWMLS called the brokerage's arguments 'nonsensical'
by Lillian Dickerson Jul 25
Nation’s largest MLS platforms experience compromised access
FlexMLS and Matrix provide software to major multiple listing services. A recent event forced users to reset their passwords — and prompted words of caution from experts
by Taylor Anderson Jul 25
Mega association emerges in Texas in the aftermath of major merger
Association members voted to approve a merger between the MetroTex Association of Realtors and Collin County Area Realtors, creating a combined association of nearly 40K members
by Lillian Dickerson Jul 24