Tal Alexander and lawyers push to reopen his detention hearing
Tal's parents offered a bond 'in any amount.' Meanwhile, Side filed a preliminary injunction against Oren and Tal, and the DOJ has asked Douglas Elliman for more information
by Lillian Dickerson Dec 17
Side files restraining order against Alexander brothers in new action
The temporary restraining order alleges that Tal and Oren Alexander moved the underlying collateral on a loan that the firm extended to Official Partners 2 years ago
Howard Lorber disclosed broker relationships in board investigation
Before his retirement, Lorber allegedly underwent a 5-hour-long internal inquiry, Bloomberg reported, during which he revealed relationships with Jennine Gourin and Jessica Cohen
Douglas Elliman sees revenue inch upward after tumultuous Q3
New company CEO Michael Liebowitz stressed in an investors call Thursday morning that Douglas Elliman is seeking to diversify its revenue streams and increase ROI as it enters a 'new era'
The Q3 calls to watch closely as real estate’s 'Super Thursday' unfolds
Anywhere Real Estate, Redfin, eXp World Holdings and 7 more of the nation's largest real estate companies are set to release quarterly data on Thursday that could illuminate their fitness in 2025
by Taylor Anderson Nov 7
Elliman's California business faces lawsuits alleging kickbacks
The allegations launched by 2 former employees claim that closing statements had been altered to bump up agent commissions, with a particular bias in favor of the Altman Brothers
Termination, generation, Clear Cooperation: Inman's Top 5
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by Dani Vanderboegh Nov 1
Scott Durkin terminated from Elliman days after Lorber's exit
Durkin's departure was announced in an SEC filing and came after reports emerged about the nature of Howard Lorber's recent retirement, which was allegedly pressured by the board
by Lillian Dickerson Oct 28
Another lawsuit, free leads, stubborn FSBO: Inman's Top 5
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by Dani Vanderboegh Oct 25
Douglas Elliman CEO Howard Lorber announces retirement
Lorber had served as chairman since 2003 but in the months leading up to his retirement faced scrutiny following a pattern of financial losses and the Alexander brothers scandal
by Lillian Dickerson Oct 22
Official's cofounder split: Alleged threats and a scramble to rebrand
As Nicole Oge and partners sought to start fresh, Tal and Oren Alexander allegedly threatened legal action if voted out of the firm, The Real Deal reported. The Alexanders deny the allegation
by Lillian Dickerson Aug 28
Howard Lorber still in stockholders' good graces after annual meeting
The CEO of Douglas Elliman was elected a director of the company alongside David K. Chene and Patrick J. Bartels, much to the dismay of some disgruntled stockholders
by Lillian Dickerson Aug 21
Elliman shareholder's demands gain traction from advisory firms
Two weeks after Brad Tirpak sent a shareholders' letter seeking votes against chairman Howard Lorber, advisory firms Glass Lewis and ISS are echoing the vocal investor's recommendations
by Lillian Dickerson Aug 14
Douglas Elliman sees revenue tick up in Q2 2024
The company's improved financial results no doubt came as a sigh of relief, as Elliman faced increasing pressure from shareholders because of its shaky performance in recent quarters
Elliman shareholder says Howard Lorber deserves bonus claw back
Shareholder Bradley Tirpak said in a letter to investors that Lorber's leadership had fallen short as the firm has continued to see financial losses and scrutiny amid the Alexander brothers scandal