Proptech has reached an inflection point. So, like, what happens now?
Opinion
Disruptive sales models, lead aggregators and search products have transformed proptech into a true marketplace while freeing venture capitalists up to become more than mere power brokers
by Craig C. Rowe Mar 1
'Go big or go home': Opendoor's high-stakes bid to disrupt real estate
With billions saved — and lost — Opendoor is living by the creed 'go big or go home.' Yet even after a dreary Q4, the iBuyer persists, which may be the biggest takeaway, Mike DelPrete writes
by Mike DelPrete Mar 1
Is anyone ever 'right'? The perils of predicting housing markets in 2023
Real estate decision-makers gathered in Palm Springs to plot the future of the industry at Inman Disconnect. It's a tall task, several leaders proclaimed, including Vanessa Bergmark of Red Oak
by Daniel Houston Mar 1
Here's where you're cutting back your marketing spend: Pulse
Last week, we asked you to tell us where you're trimming the fat in your budget. Here's what you had to say
by Inman Mar 1
The no-nonsense guide to bootstrapping your business
Think DIY is just for newbies to the real estate industry? Find out how you can bootstrap aspects of your business at any point — and how to decide which skills you bring to the table
by Christy Murdock Mar 1
Compass explores possibility of franchising, company says
CEO Robert Reffkin floated the idea of a franchise brand during an earnings call Tuesday, describing it as a 'more profitable' method of growing the business
by Jim Dalrymple II Feb 28
EXp cites 'volatile housing market' for double-digit sales decline in Q4
EXp World Holdings' revenue increased 13% to $933M in Q4 2022 as closed transaction sides and volume fell by 13% and 16%, respectively, according to an earnings call Tuesday afternoon
by Marian McPherson Feb 28
Compass revenue falls in Q4 — but losses narrow despite 'difficult year'
In a Q4 earnings report Tuesday, Compass announced that between October and December of last year, it brought in $1.11B in revenue, down from $1.6B during the same period in 2021
by Jim Dalrymple II Feb 28
Helping new buyers get 'invested' in real estate
Opinion
When working with buyers, take that conversation one step further and share what you know about the different investment opportunities in real estate
by Brittny McKay Feb 28
ChatGPT's take on commissions, compliance and the MLS
Cooperation and compensation are important parts of the real estate business. But the idea that they are inextricably tied to one another in the MLS structure, or that the marketplace would not value an MLS without a compensation feature, is short-sighted
by Sam DeBord Feb 28
Zillow gets vote of confidence from JP Morgan analysts
Analysts gave Zillow an 'overweight' rating which means they expect Zillow to outperform peer companies. The report also sets Zillow's share price target at $48 by December of this year
by Jim Dalrymple II Feb 28
The Agency expands into Outaouais region of Quebec
This marks The Agency's 13th office located throughout the provinces of Quebec, Ontario, Alberta and British Columbia, strengthening its reach across Canada
by Lillian Dickerson Feb 28
Former KW CEO slams Gary Keller, calls company 'criminal enterprise'
Former Keller Williams CEO John Davis says he wants his claims decided through a public trial, not arbitration. KW called Davis's claims 'unsubstantiated, unwarranted, and disparaging'
by Andrea V. Brambila Feb 28
Brad Inman: Decision-makers, not experts, will forge real estate's path
The Inman founder kicked off Disconnect in Palm Springs, California, on Monday by calling on real estate leaders to deliver a path forward through the rough patches ahead
by Daniel Houston Feb 28
BHHS CEO Christy Budnick is ready to dive into the spring market
As 'motivator and chief encourager' of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices, Budnick said she's bullish about the upcoming year. Agents who get down to business will thrive, she added
by Lillian Dickerson Feb 28
Quitting time? How brokers can help cash-strapped agents survive
Opinion
In a market where listings are still scarce, a mid-career agent is having difficulties. What can the broker do for an agent in this position, who is completely strapped for cash?
by Anthony Askowitz Feb 28