Bess Freedman on why Compass' listing portal is raising red flags
Opinion
Launched Monday, Compass One's aim is to funnel business through private exclusive channels, Brown Harris Stevens CEO Bess Freedman writes — yet it threatens a healthy real estate market
by Bess Freedman Feb 5
Fair housing protections rolled back on Day 1 of Trump presidency
Having fair access and the opportunity to lease or own a home is paramount to the American dream, Dr. Lee Davenport writes. Here's how new policies could impact that goal
by Lee Davenport Feb 5
NYC real estate vet Scott Harris launches Magnetic firm with Side
After 18 years with Brown Harris Stevens, Harris has set off on his own with members of his previous team alongside him. The firm will put a high focus on client and agent service
Patterson Homes joins Century 21 as 1st Memphis-based firm
Travis Patterson and his team, Patterson Homes Real Estate, have officially joined Century 21 Real Estate, becoming the brand's first Memphis-based brokerage, the firm announced
by Richelle Hammiel Feb 4
Commissions have fallen for homes above $500K, Redfin says
Overall buyer’s agent commissions average 2.37%, essentially unchanged since August. Commissions rose for homes below $500K, according to the new report
by Taylor Anderson Feb 4
Former Vegas Realtors CEO sues organization after election mishap
Former CEO Wendy DiVecchio points to disagreement with the board over LVR's ownership of its MLS as a potential reason she was investigated and subsequently fired last week
by Taylor Anderson Feb 4
The future of the MLS: A proposed path toward a national network
Opinion
Achieving a national multiple listing service should be our top priority as Realtors, Michigan-based @properties Christie’s International Real Estate broker Chris Marzke writes for Inman
by Chris Marzke Feb 4
A broker left out of NAR settlement gets candid: 'I'm still pissed'
First Team CEO Michele Harrington's company just settled a commission suit. But while speaking to Inman, she was critical of the way the suits, and NAR's involvement, have played out
by Jim Dalrymple II Feb 4
What’s next for fair housing in an anti-DEI era?
Protecting fair housing must be a non-negotiable part of building a more inclusive and equitable future, Color of Money podcast host Julia Lashay Israel writes
Educate yourself and your clients about the impact of Trump tariffs
Protect your peace, power and profits, coach Darryl Davis writes, and provide the guidance your clients need to navigate the latest economic movements
by Darryl Davis Feb 4
Appeals court will let DOJ speak in REX case against NAR, Zillow
Attorney Alice A. Wang of the DOJ's Antitrust Division will appear at oral arguments in the US Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit on Feb. 13
Corcoran adds trending listings feature to website
The new feature, which the brokerage calls 'like Netflix for real estate,' highlights for homebuyers trending properties based on unique views, interactions and leads, the firm informed Inman
Orchard blooms in 2 new markets — Nashville and Phoenix
Orchard customers can choose to 'move first' using a buy-before-sell structure or seek a fast cash-offer sales scenario, as well as select a traditional sales process
by Craig C. Rowe Feb 3
Compass launches 'Compass One' client portal and dashboard
The new portal went live on Monday as debates over Clear Cooperation have come to a peak. It will allow clients access to Compass exclusives, and to track transactions
Real estate agents carry hope for client pipelines into January: Intel
Current pipelines reported in Inman's latest Intel survey remain higher than a few months ago, perhaps signaling that some clients are entertaining a return to the market despite headwinds
4 steps to scale your business (and tip the scales in your favor)
Scaling isn't just about growth, BHGRE's Ginger Wilcox writes. It's about building a stronger, more resilient and engaged organization
by Ginger Wilcox Feb 3