Repealing Clear Cooperation invites catastrophic legal battles
Opinion
The repeal of Clear Cooperation, eXp Realty CEO Leo Pareja writes, could cause incalculable financial damage to the industry and erode the public’s trust in real estate professionals
by Leo Pareja Oct 14
Clear Cooperation (and eXp settles commission suit): Inman's Top 5
Looking for a quick catch-up on the buzziest stories of the week? Here’s Inman Top 5, the most essential stories, according to Inman readers
by Dani Vanderboegh Oct 11
Sacramento-based Prime Real Estate Team joins eXp Realty
The Sacramento-based Prime Real Estate Team has transitioned from Side to eXp Realty after 7 years, the brokerage announced on Wednesday
by Richelle Hammiel Oct 10
Agents 'not buying' industry pleas to keep Clear Cooperation rule
Inman Connect Austin kicked off with a spirited debate about Clear Cooperation and the disconnect between brokerage leaders and agents over whether to keep it
by Marian McPherson Oct 9
Coldwell Banker, RE/MAX, eXp Realty swept up in Section 8 sting
A consumer watchdog filed complaints with California’s Civil Rights Department against 200 firms after an undercover sting found that the vouchers were refused repeatedly across the state
by Richelle Hammiel Oct 9
Forget mega-teams. Half of all teams have 6 or fewer members
RealScout, T3 Sixty and Tom Ferry released an inaugural Teams Report on Monday, diving into challenges and opportunities as teams navigate sweeping economic and procedural changes
by Marian McPherson Oct 7
EXp agrees to pay $34M to settle antitrust commission lawsuits
The brokerage was the third-largest by sales volume in 2022 and one of a relative few holdouts who had yet to settle lawsuits targeting the old status quo for real estate commissions
by Taylor Anderson Oct 7
Shareholders say eXp mishandled assault allegations in new lawsuit
A 'culture of fear and retaliation' has damaged eXp World Holdings' image, goodwill and monetary performance amid several sexual assault lawsuits, 2 shareholders claim in a suit filed Wednesday
by Marian McPherson Oct 3
Where real estate's major players stand on Clear Cooperation Policy
Some real estate leaders say the focus on Clear Cooperation stems from the recent commission lawsuits. But others see a deeper question about brokerage profits at the heart of the issue
by Jim Dalrymple II Oct 1
inman connect new york 2025
Join industry leaders in New York City, Jan. 22-24, 2025, for the premier real estate event that will equip you with the strategies, insights and network to thrive in the evolving landscape
by Inman Sep 26
LGBTQ+ Real Estate Alliance reveals 2024 top producers
Christa Huffstickler, the EZ Referral Network at Keller Williams Citywide and PorchLight Realty Group have topped the Alliance's LGBTQ+ Real Estate Top Producers list this year
by Lillian Dickerson Sep 25
Top-producing agent Duane Richins brings RealD2D to Real
Top-producing real estate agent and coach Duane Richins has joined the Real Brokerage Inc. with his RealD2D team, the company announced Tuesday
by Richelle Hammiel Sep 24
Inman Connect New York speakers
Meet the visionaries powering real estate’s next chapter. Learn from the best at Inman Connect New York this Jan. 22-24, 2025
by Inman Sep 24
Side debuts profit-sharing program, lays off staff members
PartnerUp Revenue Share will give agents a cut of Side's profit if they refer and mentor other agents. The program was one of several announcements the company made Monday
by Jim Dalrymple II Sep 23
Real estate vets launch Realty of America virtual brokerage
Led by CEO Eddie Garcia, the firm born out of Realty of Chicago already has 2,000 agents who represent more than $5B in volume. Founders have plans for expansion and, eventually, an IPO
by Lillian Dickerson Sep 23