Lawsuits keep piling up: Inman's Top 5 stories of the week
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 Jan 19
California commission lawsuit filed against NAR and 35 other entities
Homesellers allege 36 Realtor association, brokerage, and multiple listing service defendants conspired to inflate buyer broker commissions in violation of state and federal antitrust laws
by Andrea V. Brambila Jan 19
New suit accuses eXp Realty, ex-team leader of sexual harassment
The suit claims that Chris Nevada, who was with eXp but has since left, offered to pay an employee for sex, made inappropriate comments and, ultimately, fired the woman
by Jim Dalrymple II Jan 18
Marketing your listing by exploiting Anne Frank is just gross
Opinion
New Mexico builder Abrazo Homes named floor plans after iconic historical women, igniting a social media firestorm. Rachael Hite examines why marketing using cultural figures is a bad idea
by Rachael Hite Jan 18
Brokerage firm MV Realty has been barred from North Carolina
MV Realty was under scrutiny for deceiving homeowners in financial distress into signing exclusive listing agreements that lasted 40 years in exchange for cash
by Taylor Anderson Jan 18
Inman unveils new class of 2024 Power Players
With its new Power Players list, Inman recognizes 137 industry leaders for their power and influence as it kicks off a year of expanded awards
by Inman Jan 18
Court says $200B commission suit against NAR must go forward
A federal court judge denied a request from the defendants to suspend the case pending the outcome of post-trial motions after the Sitzer | Burnett verdict
by Andrea V. Brambila Jan 18
Broker Spotlight: Raquel Kaufman, PMG Residential
Find out how this luxury specialist is achieving record sell-outs of high-end developments throughout South Florida and motivating her teammates to achieve the extraordinary
by Christy Murdock Jan 18
How to establish best-in-class business culture in 2024
Culture can make or break the experience of your team members or agents. The Agency's Rainy Hake Austin offers tips for optimizing its power
by Rainy Hake Austin Jan 18
Woman-led brokerage LUX Denver moves to ERA Real Estate
Boutique firm LUX Denver is now affiliated with ERA Real Estate. Broker-owner Emily Duke co-founded the company in 2014, which has a lifetime sales volume of more than $200M
by Marian McPherson Jan 17
Compass recruits influencer (and Corcoran agent) Randy Baruh
Baruh works in New York City and brings with him 3 other agents and an administrator. His move comes as brokerages compete intensely for top talent
by Jim Dalrymple II Jan 17
Christie's International Real Estate expands into Curaçao with affiliate
The luxury brand's Aruba affiliate, Bold Properties, has expanded into the Caribbean island of Curaçao as demand remains strong among buyers and investors in the wake of the pandemic
by Lillian Dickerson Jan 17
Want to work for Baird & Warner? There's a website for that
For agents seeking a new place to hang their license, the Midwest independent launched a new website to highlight the perks of working for Illinois' largest family-owned real estate company
by Craig C. Rowe Jan 17
Homeseller sues Nevada Realtors, NAR after $40K commission bill
Las Vegas resident Nathaniel Whaley alleges the National Association of Realtors, the Northern Nevada Regional MLS and state and local Realtor groups conspired to inflate broker commissions
by Andrea V. Brambila Jan 17
Why 94% of agents rode out 2023 with the same brokerage: Triple-I
Agents weathered the storm last year by mostly staying put. In response to the latest Inman Intel Index, agents and brokerage leaders revealed the factors that might lead to a job change in 2024
by Daniel Houston Jan 17
New LA community Nelavida debuts its luxury starter homes
LA-based boutique firm ACME Real Estate has partnered with award-winning builder Comstock to launch Nelavida. ACME is in charge of sales and design direction
by Marian McPherson Jan 16