Why legacy could be real estate’s most overlooked business builder
A wave of experienced real estate agents is stepping out of production. What does that mean for younger agents, and how can they take advantage of the opportunity?
by Amy Stockberger Jul 15
Industry pros weigh in on visibility, gatekeeping and real estate 'Armageddon': The Download
Leaders across the brokerage landscape had thoughts on the private listings debate, and they weren't shy about sharing them
by Christy Murdock Jul 13
Compass agrees to share its exclusive listings, with 2 caveats
Compass said it will share its 6K-plus exclusive listings with brokerages and multiple listing services, as long as they don't alter or monetize listings — or share listings with platforms that do
by Marian McPherson Jul 11
Gatekeeping, portal wars, ‘Armageddon’: 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 Jul 11
Dwiggins: Zillow understands the consumer better than NAR
In Part 2 of our deep dive convo with James Dwiggins, co-CEO of franchisor NextHome, he accuses Robert Reffkin of 'posturing' to pressure MLSs to change rules around private listings
by Andrea V. Brambila Jul 10
Dwiggins on Compass, Zillow and real estate 'Armageddon'
Co-CEO of franchisor NextHome, James Dwiggins, talks about the future of the industry and the debate over NAR's Clear Cooperation Policy ahead of his appearance at Inman Connect San Diego
Difference between Realtor and real estate agent
Opinion
It’s essential for consumers (and agents) to know who’s representing their interests
by Doreen Spagnuolo Jul 9
Inman On Tour Texas
Meet the real estate industry leaders bringing insights on design, development, luxury markets and tech-driven growth to the Lone Star State
by Mariya Gordon Jul 8
A woman running to illustrate speed-to-qualify.
You have to earn the right to ask the hard questions, broker Josh Ries writes. Learn how to build rapport and relationship so that you can dig deeper
by Josh Ries Jul 8
EXp CEO: You can’t champion consumers and gatekeep listings
Opinion
In an Inman Exclusive, Leo Pareja, CEO of eXp Realty, writes that exposure sells homes, while shielding listings hurts sellers, limits buyers and undermines trust
by Leo Pareja Jul 7
Kevin Sears on what he'd tell the DOJ (if he gets another meeting)
Thrust into his role atop the largest trade organization in the country nearly a year early, Sears shares insights on interactions with the DOJ, the multiple listing services and an industry divided
by Taylor Anderson Jul 7
Listing bans, lawsuits, and a ‘big, beautiful bill’: Inman 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 Jul 4
VA ends key foreclosure rescue program in another setback for veterans and their families
Opinion
33K VA loans are currently facing foreclosure. Housing counselor Rachael Hite says agents need to know what is happening to their clients
by Rachael Hite Jul 4
With an eye on future lawsuits, Compass formally repudiates CCP in letter to NAR and MLSs
CEO Robert Reffkin said the real estate brokerage doesn't consider 'any national NAR MLS rule impacting clients as binding' but will continue to train agents to comply with local MLS rules