Rounding up the latest on private listings, portal bans: The Download
There was no shortage of opinions following Zillow's (and later, Redfin's) ban on private listings marketed publicly
by Christy Murdock Apr 18
Coldwell Banker agrees to pay $20M to settle spam case
Homeowners whose numbers were on the national do-not-call list reported telemarketing calls from Coldwell Banker agents. Class members are expected to get about $281 each
by Taylor Anderson Apr 18
Zillow Showcase listings get marketing bump with analytics
The insights dashboard is designed with transparency in mind, allowing agents to unravel which home features may be leading to more online attention
by Craig C. Rowe Apr 17
5 tips for stepping up as a listing agent on your real estate team
The difference between those who struggle and those who thrive as a listing agent, coach Verl Workman writes, is the willingness to learn, adapt and take action
by Verl Workman Apr 17
Realoq deploys RE-Engage to reanimate dormant business
The AI-driven solution 'automates follow-up messaging, allowing real estate professionals to re-engage previously unresponsive prospects effectively'
by Craig C. Rowe Apr 16
Why staging your listing matters more than you think
Broker Nick Schlekeway offers a staging prescription for marketing your next listing, engaging the perfect buyer and selling for more
by Nick Schlekeway Apr 16
Here are your hot takes on the new Zillow, Redfin listing rules: Pulse
You weighed in with insights, questions and frustrations as we navigate the whirlwind of opinions around seller choice, private listings and portal response
by Inman Apr 16
How to use Instagram to generate more real estate leads in 2025
Improve your reach and land more leads with advice from Adam Morejon and Rick Guerrero on social media marketing that works
by Rick Guerrero Apr 16
10 spring real estate content ideas for instant engagement, lead gen
New Inman contributor and marketing strategist Alyssa Stalker offers great ideas for stepping up your spring content marketing and drawing in buyers and sellers
by Alyssa Stalker Apr 16
Cofano-led Collabra Technology sells to Adx
The deal will see industry vet Russ Cofano exit the company. Current COO Margo Fraker will take over as chief executive of the company's B2B efforts
by Jim Dalrymple II Apr 14
Rila Auctions launches to offer transparent bidding, access
'After working with several auction platforms, I realized there was an opportunity to create a smarter, more transparent solution that puts agents and sellers first': Ben Bacal
by Craig C. Rowe Apr 14
Trending: Ownership shifts, joyful strategy and smarter reach
From TikTok uncertainty to Snapchat’s joy-driven ad strategy, Jessi Healey unpacks how platforms are reshaping visibility, engagement and emotional connection
by Jessi Healey Apr 14
7 ways to grow relationships with your past clients this spring
Spring is all about growth and nurturing, so it's the perfect time to reach out to past clients and turn them into repeat clients and referral partners, Darryl Davis writes
by Darryl Davis Apr 14
Zillow pushes back against private listings: The Download
Zillow's answer to the rising tide of private listing networks has been met with both praise and pushback from industry leaders
by Christy Murdock Apr 12
Zillow's new listing policy: Punishment disguised as fairness
Opinion
Darryl Davis outlines the way Zillow's actions and policies are designed for its own benefit, not for the benefit of sellers or real estate professionals
by Darryl Davis Apr 11
Open house rules for agents: Do's and don'ts
Updated NAR rules, communication with visitors and appropriate hosting times can all impact the leverage provided by a well-planned open house, Andrew Reichek writes
by Andrew Reichek Apr 11