Yes, we can change how commissions are paid
Opinion
Rules can and should be changed starting with the way buyer’s agents are paid. Trying to preserve the system at all costs doesn’t make sense
by Teresa Boardman May 4
EXp announces expansion into Dubai and Chile
The brokerage has already made two expansions this year after making nine in 2021
by Ben Verde May 3
The Agency acquires Triplemint, raises $35M
The deal and funding come at a time of rapid expansion for Los Angeles-based The Agency. And the firm plans to use the new money to grow even more
by Jim Dalrymple II May 3
Real estate isn't a piece of cake. So why are we selling that lie?
Opinion
If we want to be seen as ethical, honorable, valuable professionals — we need to earn it. Think more accurate messaging, stop the false 'quick and easy' sales pitches, and leave cake to bakeries
Compass acquires Consumer's Title Company of California
Announced Tuesday, the acquisition greatly expands the brokerage's title insurance reach in the Golden State, where it already claims to be the largest independent real estate brokerage
by Ben Verde May 3
Corcoran Group enters Washington state, launches new affiliate, brand
Keoki and Stephanie McCarthy lead Corcoran Lifestyle Properties, a ‘boutique operation’ serving the greater Seattle metro area and the first firm to bring the brand to Washington
Berkshire Hathaway sees real estate income plummet
The operator of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices saw net income from real estate fall 75% year over year, according to earnings released at so-called 'Woodstock of Capitalism' this weekend
by Jim Dalrymple II May 2
NAR tackles racial wealth gap as midyear conference gets underway
Former Atlanta mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms and former Trump adviser Ja'Ron Smith shared how discrimination hurts the economy as NAR unveiled its goal to add 3M Black homeowners by 2030
Redfin settles 'digital redlining' discrimination case
Redfin has reached a settlement with the National Fair Housing Alliance in its discrimination case after nearly 2 years. The brokerage will pay $4M along with making several policy changes
by Marian McPherson May 2
Watchdog calls for ban on sellers offering buyer agent commissions
In a new report alleging the majority of commissions are nearly identical in 35 US cities, the Consumer Federation of America said offers to buyer agents should be legally prohibited
Inman Connect Las Vegas
Join thousands of real estate pros in August for Inman Connect Las Vegas to reconnect with colleagues, make new connections and learn new skills.
by Jodie Cordell May 2
Repeat customers on lock! How this agent achieves a 99.7% repeat client rate
Opinion
If you’re looking for consistent growth in your business, make sure you are devoting time and effort to the people who already know, like and trust you. These relationships are the seeds for future growth
by Jimmy Burgess May 1
CoStar eyes 'ambitious' investment in residential following banner Q1
The commercial behemoth is ramping up spending by as much as $220M, with 'well over' 1,000 people overhauling its residential websites, CoStar CEO Andy Florance said during earnings call
by Matt Carter Apr 29
Kindness, trust and collaboration: Sherry Chris on ERA as it turns 50
Realogy Expansion Brands CEO Sherry Chris reflects on ERA Real Estate's 50th anniversary and shares the 3 keys to creating a brand that thrives
by Marian McPherson Apr 29
Keller Williams debuts new diversity education program
The program is meant to help agents widen their client base to a more diverse pool of consumers
by Jim Dalrymple II Apr 29