Watchdog: Agents earn too little. Consumers pay too much
Opinion
Stephen Brobeck, senior fellow at the Consumer Policy Center, responds to Cara Ameer's recent critique of the CPC's report on post-settlement changes impacting homebuyers
by Stephen Brobeck Dec 16
real estate brokerage compensation
Opinion
The Echo Fine Properties arbitration offers proof that real estate pros can turn the tide and ensure that they're compensated for their time, Spencer Krull writes
by Spencer Krull Dec 16
buyer's agent commissions rebound
The average buyer's agent commission was 2.42% during Q3, which is still below averages from 2023, but higher than rates following the announcement of changes after the NAR settlement
NAR spent big on exec salaries, marketing and lobbying in 2024
The association's IRS Form 990 shows where its priorities lie when it comes to spending, painting a picture of the state of things before 'fiscal discipline' by its new CEO fully kicked in, NAR said
real estate agent commissions rose
Opinion
Many expected commissions to fall after the 2024 NAR commission settlement, but data shows that average rates have actually ticked up slightly. Why?⁣
by Lee Davenport Nov 5
Looking back at Aug. 17: Are agents better off than we were a year ago?
Opinion
No, the real estate world didn't end a year ago with implementation of the terms of NAR's commission settlement. However, it did change. Here's how, according to Cara Ameer
by Cara Ameer Aug 19
8 things agents can do in August to boost productivity, commissions
August isn’t downtime — it’s decision time, coach Darryl Davis writes. Decide what you'll do now to set yourself up for success in the months ahead
by Darryl Davis Aug 1
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
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
5 reasons homebuyers need their own agent now more than ever
It's tough out there for buyers, and their agents, trainer Bernice Ross writes. Find out how to assist buyers throughout their purchase process and beyond to set them up for success
by Bernice Ross Feb 12
Agent anxiety over commissions falls as negotiations continue: Intel
Despite modest commission compression following the NAR settlement, agents are approaching conversations around compensation with less fear, according to the latest Intel Index survey data
by Lillian Dickerson Feb 10
Commissions have fallen for homes above $500K, Redfin says
Overall buyer’s agent commissions average 2.37%, essentially unchanged since August. Commissions rose for homes below $500K, according to the new report
by Taylor Anderson Feb 4
Leaders foresee opportunity in wake of antitrust commission suits
Leaders at last week's Inman Connect New York were more upbeat than a year ago, and suggested that for all of last year's tumult, the best agents might just thrive in real estate's new normal
by Jim Dalrymple II Jan 28
RE/MAX President Amy Lessinger announces resignation
Lessinger's departure comes less than a year after she assumed the role of president. It also comes after RE/MAX has struggled with financial results in recent quarters
by Jim Dalrymple II Jan 8
Commissions held steady in 60 days after Aug. 17 deadline: Study
Commissions haven't changed much since the NAR settlement terms went into effect, but early signs show where things may be heading, dueling surveys by AccountTECH and Inman Intel show
by Lillian Dickerson Nov 14