Commissions held steady after Aug. 17, Redfin study shows
Commissions have been slowly declining over the past decade, but since the NAR settlement terms went into effect this summer, buyer's agent commissions have seen little impact
by Lillian Dickerson Oct 31
Illinois homebuyers file new class-action commission suit
The suit names Equity Realtors, HomeSmart International and Fathom Realty as defendants. It also describes NAR as a co-conspirator, but doesn't name the organization as a defendant
by Jim Dalrymple II Oct 1
You've got mail: NAR settlement class notices head to consumers
Consumers will learn of the commission settlement via a website, emails and postcards. Claims from homesellers hoping to claim some of the settlement money are due by next May
by Jim Dalrymple II Aug 20
North Texas brokerage United adds third merger in a year
REAL Dallas Properties & Management brings its 70-agent team to United in a move that both parties say benefits consumers and agents
by Taylor Anderson Jul 30
5 coaches on how to show your value to get the commission
There are several ways in which agents can prove just how much they're worth. Read on for examples from 5 different coaches
by Lillian Dickerson Jun 11
Brad Inman: Real estate is tough in 2024. Focus on the upside instead
Inman founder Brad Inman kicked off the inaugural Inman Connect Miami on Tuesday with a heartfelt keynote on friendship, community and optimism amid real estate industry challenges
by Marian McPherson May 21
Hot themes for Vegas: Buyer representation and commissions
Don't-miss sessions at Inman Connect Las Vegas this summer include those built around value propositions, commission negotiations and the evolution of buyer agency
by Alex Sacay May 21
eXp Realty
The company has promoted Amy Weaver to serve as a senior vice president over US growth. The promotion comes in the wake of C-suite shakeups at the brokerage
by Jim Dalrymple II Apr 30
We asked ChatGPT about agent value. Its answers may surprise you
ChatGPT answered questions about the value a real estate agent has and about how real estate commissions work. Do you agree with its answers?
by Rachael Hite Mar 21
3 steps to earn your share of commissions in any market
Much of your income potential is totally controlled by the activities you choose to do every day, broker Joseph Santini writes, along with your willingness to adjust to the market
by Joseph Santini Mar 13
Redfin expands commission-based model in Southern California
New commission-based model, Redfin Next, is now available to agents in San Diego and Orange County. Agents keep their W-2 status and benefits while getting commission splits of up to 75%
by Marian McPherson Dec 12
On the ground in LA: How a divisive 'mansion tax' altered real estate
The president of Nourmand & Associates briefed Intel on how a new Los Angeles tax on high-priced properties has jolted the local real estate industry
by Lillian Dickerson Nov 29
Share of first-time homebuyers hits highest level since 2010: Zillow
Unburdened by rate lock, the share of first-time homebuyers rose to 50% this year, according to a new report from Zillow. That's the highest share since 2010
by Taylor Anderson Aug 23
RE/MAX Holdings to lay off 7% of staff by end of September
The layoffs are part of a reorganization plan that will streamline operations and bring cost savings in the long term, the real estate franchisor said in Securities and Exchange Commission filings
by Lillian Dickerson Aug 23
Here's how to avoid a smoke-and-mirrors tech trap
When selected and used correctly, the right technology can be rocket fuel for your business. However, implementation and adoption make all the difference
by Sheila Reddy Aug 23