'Rabbit gets the gun': The essential guide to Week 1 of Sitzer | Burnett
Big names, heated exchanges and the emergence of homeseller plaintiffs on the stand dominated the first week of the Sitzer | Burnett commission trial in Kansas City, Missouri
by Jim Dalrymple II Oct 23
Under their thumbs: The enigmatic homesellers behind Sitzer | Burnett
The plaintiffs in a class action antitrust suit challenging the industry’s commission structure took to the stand to make the case that the practice of homesellers paying buyer agents is 'unfair'
by Andrea V. Brambila Oct 19
Agent training, objection scripts on trial as Sitzer | Burnett ends Day 3
On Day 2 of witness testimony Wednesday, attorney Michael Ketchmark narrowed in on training materials and presentation slides he alleged violated antitrust policies held by the defendants
by Andrea V. Brambila Oct 18
Inman Intel Index: Real estate leaders brace for dizzying change
The inaugural Triple-I survey went out to the Inman community last month, and the results are here. Dig into 126 pages of deep, exclusive findings, only for Intel subscribers
by Daniel Houston Oct 18
Chris LeBarton: How the Inman Intel Index changes the game
Inman Director of Research Chris LeBarton has started tracking industry sentiment at a time of major change. He shared his insights from results of the Triple-I survey — and what comes next
by Daniel Houston Oct 18
Keep 'em separated. Why personal beliefs and Code of Ethics don't mix
Opinion
Leigh Brown's application to run for NAR's upcoming  First VP position was rejected due to her social media activity. With eyes everywhere, this is a real lesson for all agents to learn from
by Rachael Hite Oct 18
NAR to shed 1M members if shared commission banned, analysts say
A report released Oct. 4 by the investment banking firm Keefe, Bruyette & Woods forecasts commissions to decline by at least 30% as a result of ongoing threats to the real estate industry
by Taylor Anderson Oct 16
What to expect at Coldwell Banker's Gen Blue 2023 Atlanta
This year's event, which will focus on the theme of storytelling, will highlight how agents can leverage AI, storytelling, best recruitment practices and more to grow their businesses
by Lillian Dickerson Oct 16
Full court press: What to know as the Sitzer | Burnett trial unfolds
The allegations, the high-profile witnesses slated to testify and all the evidence the jury will and won't see — it's all here as the long-awaited Sitzer | Burnett commission trial unfolds this week
by Andrea V. Brambila Oct 16
Your commission's on trial. Here's what to know: The Download
The bombshell buyer commission trial is finally here. We're making sure you're all caught up before it begins this week
by Christy Murdock Oct 14
‘Sudden’ reversal, mid-storm, Anywhere: Inman's Top 5
With Inman Top 5, you'll find the most essential stories, chosen by our readers. Here are the most-read stores of Oct. 6-13, 2023
by Dani Vanderboegh Oct 13
We're in the middle of a perfect storm. But clearer skies are ahead
Opinion
Industry professionals are facing game-changing challenges to the status quo, writes Inman founder Brad Inman. How we navigate it will shape the next generation's real estate winners
by Brad Inman Oct 12
'Modest' commission proposals are insufficient, says watchdog
Long critical of the lack of real estate commission transparency, watchdog group Consumer Federation of America released steps for creating a competitive commission landscape
Stakes are incalculable for NAR as bombshell commission trial looms
Next week's long-anticipated Sitzer/Burnett commission trial is only the most immediate threat to real estate's most powerful trade organization as it navigates a series of existential challenges
by Jim Dalrymple II Oct 11
Coldwell Banker names Jason Waugh president of affiliates
Waugh was previously president and CEO of BHHS Northwest Real Estate and BHHS Real Estate Professionals. His new role will focus on brand strategy, affiliate operations and franchise sales
by Lillian Dickerson Oct 10