Silicon Valley Bank was part of an ecosystem that sped up innovation
Opinion
Silicon Valley Bank, which regulators took control of Friday after a run on the bank, understood the digital age, supported entrepreneurs and understood our needs, Brad Inman writes
by Brad Inman Mar 13
No, it's not 2008: How to talk to your clients about Silicon Valley Bank
Opinion
The meltdown of Silicon Valley Bank sent shockwaves through the proptech industry. Here’s how to keep it from poisoning the well during the spring market
by Troy Palmquist Mar 13
Inventory struggle is real, leaders declare in exclusive Inman survey
Leaders and agents who took Inman's first Intel leadership survey said inventory is among their biggest challenges right now — but growing in 2023 isn't totally out of the question
by Jim Dalrymple II Mar 13
website refresh
If your website is looking more Myspace than TikTok, it's probably time for a refresh. Here's how to get it done this week
by Christy Murdock Mar 13
Latest jobs numbers take pressure off wages — and mortgage rates
The real estate industry got 2 kernels of good news in the latest jobs numbers from the US Bureau of Labor Statistics
by Daniel Houston Mar 10
The Nassimi Group hitches its wagon to Douglas Elliman
Formerly an independent brokerage, The Nassimi Group has shed its indie status to become a 10-person team under Douglas Elliman. In 2022, Richard Nassimi closed $80M in sales volume
by Lillian Dickerson Mar 10
Agents sue largest Coldwell Banker franchise over commission 'scheme'
Coldwell Banker Seacoast Advantage allegedly pocketed commission fees it told its agents were going to the franchisor. The brokerage says the allegations are 'a complete fabrication'
by Andrea V. Brambila Mar 10
Douglas Elliman earnings fall short to close out 2022
The company logged revenue of $207.3M in Q4 of 2022 compared to $334.2M a year earlier, according to an earnings call Friday. The firm has implemented cost-cutting measures
by Ben Verde Mar 10
Realty ONE Group plants flag in Cayman Islands and Cyprus
The new franchises add to the brand's presence across the globe in more than 400 offices in 49 states, Washington D.C., Puerto Rico, Canada and several other countries
by Ben Verde Mar 9
NAR appoints top-producing agent Jennifer Wauhob to leadership team
Wauhob, who leads a 7-agent team for Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Gary Greene in Houston, will take up the role of VP of association affairs following the death of Margo Wheeler
How to maintain a boutique feel as your brokerage expands
Growth is great, but a business is only as strong as its foundation. As you scale up, continue to prioritize the things that matter most — your clients, your team and your brand
Broker Spotlight: Lyles Geer, William Means Real Estate
Learn how this Charleston, South Carolina, broker puts his own unique stamp on family tradition at William Means Real Estate
by Christy Murdock Mar 9
Florida top producers Adam Levy and John D'Amico join Compass
Agents join Compass from Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices in the Miami and 30A markets and boast at least 25 years of experience in the industry, Compass exclusively told Inman
Massachusetts orders halt to MV Realty's 40-year listing contracts
Preliminary injunction in Massachusetts says 'homeowner benefit agreements' are actually high-interest mortgage loans and can no longer be offered or enforced until case is resolved
The message is blunt: Real estate leaders anticipate a tough 2023
Inman's first-ever Intel leadership survey revealed that leaders think the market will be worse in 2023 compared to 2022 — but they also expect to thrive regardless of the economic headwinds
by Jim Dalrymple II Mar 8
Inman announces first class of Marketing All-Star award recipients
Inman’s Marketing All-Stars is a nod to the most effective, creative and boundary-pushing marketing professionals in the real estate community
by Inman Mar 8