More sellers are taking a hard-line approach with commissions: Intel
February Intel Index data suggests that agents are beginning to track patterns in what's happening to their commission rates, and are less uncertain about how it's impacting business
by Lillian Dickerson Mar 10
What will Stone Point do with its investment in Keller Williams?
Private equity firm Stone Point Capital is seeking to grow Keller Williams and ultimately cash out, analysts told Inman. That expansion could come from new tech, an IPO, or something else entirely
35-agent Spokane, Washington, team 4 Degrees joins eXp Realty
Brothers Joel and Jordan Tampien founded their brokerage, 4 Degrees, in 2015 and have grown to 35 agents. Last year, the team completed 755 transaction sides worth approximately $306M
by Marian McPherson Mar 7
United Real Estate adds 900-agent Oregon firm MORE Realty to ranks
Oregon brokerage MORE Realty is joining United Real Estate. Its founders will retain ownership of a 4-state team in Oregon, Washington, Nevada and New Mexico as it grows over the next 5 years
by Marian McPherson Mar 7
Major scores, massive deals, more lawsuits: Inman's Top 5
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 Mar 7
Broker Spotlight: Jennifer Darby Metzger, The Agency Rutherford
Learn how this award-winning broker-owner went from top producer to leading The Agency’s first New Jersey office, redefining real estate with a boutique, high-performance approach
by Jessi Healey Mar 6
The Real Brokerage posts billion-dollar revenue benchmark in 2024
The Real Brokerage brought in more than 10,000 new agents in 2024 while surpassing a $1B in annual revenue, according to fourth-quarter and fiscal-year earnings released Thursday
by Richelle Hammiel Mar 6
Why M&A is the smartest play for brokers planning for the future
In real estate, a strong legacy isn't just about the past — it's about ensuring a thriving future, Joshua A. McGrath writes. If you’re considering M&A, here’s what you should know
by Josh McGrath Mar 6
Want to get more for your sellers? List in late May
Despite a slow start to the year, Zillow's latest report said May might be a potential goldmine for homesellers. Listings that go live during the last two weeks of May receive a premium of $5,600
by Marian McPherson Mar 6
NAR makes more changes to leadership team with new CFO pick
NAR named Matthew Cenedella as its new CFO. He will replace long-time CFO John Pierpont, who will retire at the end of March
by Taylor Anderson Mar 6
Broker sues over state brick-and-mortar office mandates
Online fee-for-services broker Derek Eisenberg, the founder of Continental Real Estate Group, is suing Nevada and West Virginia over the requirements, alleging they're unconstitutional
Help clients get spring deals done with an assumable mortgage
Get buyers off the fence and help sellers market their homes more effectively when you tap into the potential of assumable mortgages, Troy Palmquist writes
by Troy Palmquist Mar 6
As JVs struggle, Rate names top salesman to head retail mortgage
Guaranteed Rate Inc.'s retail mortgage operations named Shant Banosian as president on Wednesday as joint ventures with Compass and Anywhere Real Estate strove to generate profits
by Matt Carter Mar 5
New Door Group, Ceretto Group move to Coldwell from Compass
Two Denver-based real estate teams The New Door Group and The Ceretto Group, are making a strategic move from Compass to Coldwell Banker, the brokerage announced Tuesday
by Richelle Hammiel Mar 5
Former Century 21 agent under fire for 'I hope Trump deports you' note
Former Century 21 agent Stephanie Lovins is under fire after allegedly writing, 'I hope Trump deports you' on a restaurant receipt after growing angry over a coupon, according to reports
by Richelle Hammiel Mar 5
Beau Blankenship, Jacob Watkins sign onto Christie's Real Estate
The 2 top producers from Engel & Völkers 30A Beaches and Corcoran Reverie have launched a new flagship location in northwest Florida: Christie's International Real Estate Emerald Coast