buyers and contract cancellations
Opinion
Escalating costs and the impact of deferred maintenance mean that buyers and sellers aren't always on the same page, so buyers are walking away, bi-coastal luxury agent Cara Ameer writes
by Cara Ameer Feb 19
How this broker consistently dominates his market while running a 1,500-agent affiliate
Paul Benson of Engel & Völkers Gestalt Group said relentless marketing, extreme responsiveness and deep knowledge of his local market have helped him succeed in sales and leadership
by Lillian Dickerson Feb 13
These inventory-strapped housing markets just can’t catch a break
It's not just the biggest inventory gainers that have seen their stream of for-sale homes slow. Some of America's most listing-starved metros are once again losing ground. Dive deeper with Inman Market View's interactive maps and charts
by Daniel Houston Feb 12
California agent fesses up to $9M Ponzi scheme
Since 2018, Matthew Campbell allegedly used at least $2.29M in newly acquired investor funds to pay previous investors and keep up his scheme
by Lillian Dickerson Feb 11
560 deals and $400M later: How this team leader found his grit
In this episode, Power Real Estate Group's Jeffery Mcgonigle shares how he went from new agent crying in his car to leading one of the most productive teams in California with 160 agents
How your brokerage's audit could turn into a regulatory nightmare
Troy Palmquist and compliance expert Summer Goralik point out red flags to watch for
What you should know about California’s new listing photo law
A new California law changes what agents must disclose when doctoring listing photos. America Foy breaks down what you can (and can’t) do and the consequences for not disclosing
by America Foy Jan 23
Compass Anywhere
Opinion
As the merger closed quickly, Cara Ameer offered questions that still haven't been answered and insights on the future possibilities
by Cara Ameer Jan 12
Opportunity knocks: This week's industry hires and moves
The industry shuffle continues, with teams and brokers going independent or returning to their roots. Here are updates from HomeSmart, The Agency and others
by Marian McPherson Jan 9
Pulte pledges Fannie, Freddie's help in curbing home purchases by institutional investors
Trump's promise to "ban" big investors from buying more single-family homes renews the debate over whether such a move would be legal — or make much of a dent on affordability
by Matt Carter Jan 8
Trump seeks to ban institutional investors from buying single-family homes
The president's announcement was made against the backdrop of high inflation, which Trump blamed on former President Biden and Democrats in Congress
Generational wealth, foreign buyers, rising prices: Sotheby's Luxury Outlook for 2026
The luxury market is poised for steady growth this year, with multiple factors driving the market toward a fruitful and lucrative 2026
updated stories of 2025
From crimes and misdemeanors to mergers and acquisitions, clients weren’t the only ones making moves this year. Here are the most-read Download columns of 2025
by Christy Murdock Dec 30
The priciest home sales of 2025 pushed the boundaries of luxury
Concentrated in Florida and California, the year's biggest residential sales featured high-profile buyers eager to secure investments with ample square footage, pedigree and prime locations
by Lillian Dickerson Dec 26
end of year closing
If you’re racing the calendar to get to the closing table before year-end, take a tip from these agents who are still working right up through New Year’s Eve
by Christy Murdock Dec 23