Brokerages that oppose CCP don't want transparency: Medford
Opinion
We need a fully transparent system that favors the consumer, not the broker, team leader Carl Medford writes, so that buyers and sellers can feel confident when transacting real estate
by Carl Medford Mar 13
RealScout launches exclusive listing platform for brokerages
RealScout's new solution allows brokerages to create a branded exclusive listing search platform. Homebuyers will get data-backed recommendations and email alerts on new listings
by Marian McPherson Mar 13
Fathom Realty lifts agent count by 21% — but posts $22M loss in 2024
Fathom CEO Marco Fregenal says revenue growth from My Home Group deal and smaller brokerage walkovers has company on track to achieve positive adjusted earnings in Q2 2025
by Matt Carter Mar 12
Clear Cooperation favors free markets: Bess Freedman
Opinion
Dismantling CCP entirely will negatively impact the industry, Brown Harris Stevens CEO Freedman writes. The industry needs to ‘step up and do what’s right for buyers, sellers and agents alike'
by Bess Freedman Mar 12
Srivatsaa steps down as Real president, opts for Board seat
The industry veteran recognized for his expertise in scaling brokerage operations was named to the position in December 2022. The job shift is slated to become official as of June 1
by Craig C. Rowe Mar 12
Robert Reffkin in Nashville
Compass CEO Robert Reffkin argued against Clear Cooperation Wednesday during an Inman on Tour session in Nashville while warning that 'data is the new oil' amid predictions of a national MLS
by Jim Dalrymple II Mar 12
Judge denies Crye-Leike claim that it’s covered by NAR settlement
The Memphis-based brokerage argued in court that it was made up of 6 distinct and separate companies that should be covered under the settlement by the National Association of Realtors
by Taylor Anderson Mar 12
Yes, it's still possible to bootstrap a real estate business: Pulse
We asked: Can a solo agent still start out with nothing and build an empire? Readers gave us a resounding 'YES!'
by Inman Mar 12
EXp taps Movoto for enterprise agent solution
The deal will give teams and agents under the remote brokerage brand access to Lever by Movoto, a solution the described as a 'we do it all for you' product
by Craig C. Rowe Mar 11
Dolly Lenz: Seek like-minded agents to generate referrals
Lenz appeared with other panelists Tuesday at Inman on Tour Nashville to tout the benefits of working from referrals. But the panelists all agreed that referrals only work when done right
by Jim Dalrymple II Mar 11
Howard Hanna demands judge’s recusal over political donations
Undisclosed political donations to Judge Stephen Bough’s wife called a disqualifying conflict of interest in a commission case known as Gibson. Plaintiffs' attorneys push back against the claim
by Taylor Anderson Mar 11
Rocket: Redfin acquisition will cut consumer transaction costs by half
Rocket executives say unifying home search, buying, selling, mortgage, title and servicing could net $20K in savings — which might allay antitrust concerns and keep RESPA regulators at bay
by Matt Carter Mar 11
Douglas Elliman wraps 2024 with hefty $76M net loss for year
The company squeaked out of 2024 with improved quarterly losses, even though net losses for the year were significant. CEO Michael Liebowitz expressed optimism for the firm's future
by Lillian Dickerson Mar 11
Ed Zorn and Phillip Cantrell to agents: Stop sharing commissions
Agents and brokers need to step up by embracing transparency and allowing consumers to negotiate commissions, the duo said during an Inman on Tour panel in Nashville Tuesday morning
by Lillian Dickerson Mar 11
Pam Liebman: Most listings should be 'shared amongst everybody'
The CEO of Corcoran appeared at Inman on Tour Nashville Tuesday and expressed support for Clear Cooperation. She also said the best market is simply one where agents can transact
by Jim Dalrymple II Mar 11
Former Engel & Völkers CXO Peter Ianos joins The Agency
Ianos has been in the industry for more than 2 decades, and spent about 12 years at Engel & Völkers, where he served in a variety of leadership roles
by Lillian Dickerson Mar 11