Umansky, Dwiggins clash in heated debate over Clear Cooperation
While onstage at Inman Connect New York, Mauricio Umansky argued that Clear Cooperation stifles competition. Meanwhile, James Dwiggins said the rule puts the customer first
by Jim Dalrymple II Jan 23
Ryan Serhant predicts 'screenless' future for savvy real estate agents
Thursday at Inman Connect, Serhant spread a message of love to the agent community while also sharing his thoughts on Clear Cooperation and which brokerage models will thrive in 2025
by Lillian Dickerson Jan 23
'I placed 7th; I completely blew it. Now what?' asks former Olympian
BMX rider Connor Fields knows the highs and lows of chasing a dream: setting a goal, coming close to achieving it and falling short. However, his journey is unlike any other
by Richelle Hammiel Jan 23
RE/MAX CEO: 'I don’t think RE/MAX deserves to be Kodak'
At Inman Connect New York, Erik Carlson said he wants everyone to know the real estate franchisor is 'open for business'
by Andrea V. Brambila Jan 23
Filters and links 'are dead' in Andy Florance's portal dream
In his latest Inman Interview, CoStar Group CEO Andy Florance talked about AI transforming residential portals from digital classifieds to highly-personalized home shopping platforms
by Marian McPherson Jan 23
Brad Inman proclaims real estate agents 'champions of the world'
Following a tough year of commission lawsuits and a challenging housing market, the Inman founder reminded real estate professionals Thursday that they are survivors poised for a rebirth
by Lillian Dickerson Jan 23
'Decide what is authentic,' then build a brand, experts say
While some stumble into their brand organically, panelists at ICNY Wednesday emphasized that successful branding is a strategic process that requires authenticity and consistency
by Richelle Hammiel Jan 23
United Real Estate's Dan Duffy to brokers: See things differently
To achieve growth goals, brokers need to break out of existing molds and get creative with their approach, all while keeping their 'strategic subway map' at the forefront, the CEO said
by Lillian Dickerson Jan 22
Zillow CEO Jeremy Wacksman: 'Everyone wins' with CCP in place
In his 1st Inman Connect appearance since becoming Zillow's CEO, Jeremy Wacksman talked about the Super App, AI and why maintaining Clear Cooperation is best for agents and consumers
by Marian McPherson Jan 22
Ignore the fluff when using artificial intelligence, technologists advise
Marc-Antoine Juaneda of CoreLogic and Boris Geheniau of Fundament All Media shared insights on how real estate professionals can best leverage AI during Inman Connect New York Wednesday
by Richelle Hammiel Jan 22
Agents on social media in 2025: 'Just get out there and record'
In addition to committing to creating content, savvy agents told ICNY attendees that authenticity, focused branding and being fearless are some of the keys to finding success on social media
by Lillian Dickerson Jan 22
Anywhere's David Marine: The power of storytelling is 'timeless'
The key to finding a brand's story is making sure that the consumer's, the brand agents' and competing agents' views of that brand all align, Marine told Inman Connect New York attendees
by Lillian Dickerson Jan 22
The CEOs in the spotlight at Inman Connect New York
At ICNY, they’ll share their journeys to the top, their secrets to success, and what’s next for their companies — and the wider landscape — as we chart the course forward in an evolving industry
by Inman Jan 17
Make a game plan now for ICNY, says Corcoran's Pamela Liebman
In advance of her appearance at ICNY next week, Inman caught up with the chief executive to learn what's next for the brokerage in 2025 and solicit her advice for first-time Connect attendees
by Lillian Dickerson Jan 16
Can’t miss sessions at Inman Connect New York 2025
From tech tools, to personal branding, to market trends and projections, our Connect agenda provides timely and essential information for today’s real estate professional
by Inman Jan 14