Watchers, workarounds and what you need to know: 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 Aug 23
Lake Tahoe mansion makes a splash with $47.5M sale
Blockchains founder Jeffrey Berns is the seller. The home is one of the priciest to sell on Lake Tahoe and features 150 feet of lake frontage as well as a boat lift and shared deep water pier
by Lillian Dickerson Aug 23
The unmatched value of buyer agents in today’s market
Continue to raise the bar on client service, writes Huntington & Ellis CEO Craig Tann, and show clients why having a buyer’s agent isn't just a good idea — it's a necessity
by Craig Tann Aug 20
New suit, commission squeeze, 'serious fines': 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 Aug 16
Highnote launches AI-powered buyer presentation system
In an exclusive interview with Inman, Highnote founder and CEO Mark Choey unveiled his company's latest products aimed at helping agents 'win buyers' in a post-settlement world
by Marian McPherson Aug 16
Why a buyer agreement alone won’t get you paid
With a comprehensive compensation plan in hand, Cassie Walker Johnson writes, you'll comply with the new buyer representation regulations and ensure you close with a check in hand
Are we allowed to let clients know about concessions upfront?
Opinion
With all the commission confusion surrounding the new rule implementation, compliance expert Summer Goralik answers your burning questions
by Summer Goralik Aug 16
Worried about doing fewer deals? Sell more expensive homes instead
NAR’s commission suit settlement policy changes are coming. If you're worried about fewer deals in your future, maybe it's time to focus on a higher price point, broker Anthony Marguleas writes
by Anthony Marguleas Aug 13
Be bold: How to be a champion of change during uncertain times
As we face change as an industry, it’s crucial to be able to face that change with confidence in order to be able to thrive, broker Joseph Santini writes. Here’s how to build a tolerance for change
by Joseph Santini Aug 13
Michigan agents and brokers sue NAR due to antitrust settlement
The plaintiffs protest 'compulsory' Realtor membership to access the MLS after the removal of 'the guaranteed broker commission' from the MLS
by Andrea V. Brambila Aug 12
Fathom says revenue sharing will help it recruit new agents
After growing agent count by 12%, the flat-fee brokerage said in Q2 earnings that it's poised for continued growth with new plans that pay a percentage of revenue generated by recruited agents
by Matt Carter Aug 12
RE/MAX's Motto Mortgage office count is shrinking for first time
Franchise sales have slowed, and some existing franchisees have canceled their agreements, but Motto Franchising President Ward Morrison expects growth to resume when lending picks up
by Matt Carter Aug 12
NAR membership rebounds ahead of Aug. 17 settlement deadline
More agents are joining the National Association of Realtors ahead of the approaching Aug. 17 deadline for Realtors and MLSs to implement policy changes
by Richelle Hammiel Aug 12
The market is harder for millennials than it was for boomers: Report
A new report in 'The Wall Street Journal' found that baby boomers had an easier time navigating real estate market challenges in the 1980s than millennials do today.
by Taylor Anderson Aug 12