An image of the Compass CEO Robert Reffkin and the Anywhere CEO Ryan Schneider in front of a wall of question marks to symbolize this Compass-Anywhere merger FAQ.
What does the Compass-Anywhere deal mean for private listings? For NAR? For agents in the trenches? We've got the answers
by Christy Murdock Oct 1
How one upstart brokerage went from nothing to IPO in 3 years
LPT International CEO Michael Valdes shares his journey from investment banker to CEO back to Wall Street with an upcoming IPO. Plus, find out about his newest venture, Aperture
NAR President Kevin Sears at Inman Connect Las Vegas
Opinion
According to NAR President Kevin Sears, Realtors have a profound obligation and responsibility to put client interests ahead of our own
by Kevin Sears Sep 30
Cara Ameer and Compass lawn sign for Compass Anywhere merger questions
Opinion
How will the Compass-Anywhere merger impact the lives of everyday real estate agents? Coldwell Banker's Cara Ameer has questions
by Cara Ameer Sep 30
A row of keys
Derek Carlson shares tips for building a strong personal brand that will keep you personally at the top of your clients’ minds, even if your brokerage merges or gets acquired
by Derek Carlson Sep 30
event
Opinion
Troy Palmquist looks at the Nevada Realtors’ NVision Summit as an example of how associations can put on high-caliber professional development events
by Troy Palmquist Sep 29
Success is how I promote change within the Hispanic community
Opinion
As Hispanic Heritage Month kicks off, Edwin Acevedo, CEO of Century 21 LOTUS in Los Angeles and next year's NAHREP national president, offers his take on success as the best form of protest
by Edwin Acevedo Sep 29
Here’s our most read advice from Back to Basics Month 2025
As Back to Basics Month comes to a close, Inman’s Service Editor Dani Vanderboegh rounds up the top 10 most-read advice articles — written by contributors, chosen by readers
by Dani Vanderboegh Sep 29
cityscape
In case you were head down in the Compass merger news last week, we've put together a roundup of the market stats and how-tos you may have missed
by Christy Murdock Sep 29
A picture of a woman and a checklist over a cloudy sky with the list being checked off to represent the woman's 8-step buyer plan: buyer intake plan, commission conversation, buyer home financing process, Education Day, guiding first-time buyers during home inspection, escrow process
When you have a buyer-focused transaction management system, you don’t skip the steps that matter most, Cassie Walker Johnson writes as she wraps up her 8-step plan
The modern tech stack agents and brokerages need now: Streaming
Instead of hoping new software will transform your company, learn how to build a smart, streamlined tech stack that enhances existing workflows, improves efficiency and drives growth
by Inman Sep 26
Here's the essential reading on the Compass-Anywhere deal
Lock in with Inman’s ongoing coverage of the Compass-Anywhere merger — from deal details to what it means for the future of real estate. And be sure to check back often for updates
by Christy Murdock Sep 26
A picture of contributor Jimmy Burgess in front of a board of marketing to symbolize effective real estate marketing campaigns.
According to Jimmy Burgess, great marketing isn't about doing more. It's about doing the right things consistently and intentionally
by Jimmy Burgess Sep 26
A picture of a woman and a checklist over a cloudy sky with the list being checked off to represent the woman's 8-step buyer plan: buyer intake plan, commission conversation, buyer home financing process, Education Day, guiding first-time buyers during home inspection, escrow process
Just like in school, group projects can be stressful. In Part 7 of her 8-part series, Cassie Walker Johnson helps you pull the moving parts of the escrow process together
A photo of Giorgio Armani among fashion models to represent brokerage leadership lessons from Giorgio Armani.
The designer showed us that greatness isn’t loud, rushed or accidental, Darryl Davis writes. It’s carefully crafted, relentlessly consistent and fueled by deep love of the work
by Darryl Davis Sep 25
Job loss in real estate: A man carries a box of his belongings after being fired, symbolizing the risks agents face when personal opinions on social media.
Opinion
Trainer Rachael Hite says real estate agents must focus their digital presence on real estate, rather than their personal opinions
by Rachael Hite Sep 25