California commission lawsuit filed against NAR and 35 other entities
Homesellers allege 36 Realtor association, brokerage, and multiple listing service defendants conspired to inflate buyer broker commissions in violation of state and federal antitrust laws
by Andrea V. Brambila Jan 19
Court says $200B commission suit against NAR must go forward
A federal court judge denied a request from the defendants to suspend the case pending the outcome of post-trial motions after the Sitzer | Burnett verdict
by Andrea V. Brambila Jan 18
Homeseller sues Nevada Realtors, NAR after $40K commission bill
Las Vegas resident Nathaniel Whaley alleges the National Association of Realtors, the Northern Nevada Regional MLS and state and local Realtor groups conspired to inflate broker commissions
by Andrea V. Brambila Jan 17
9 must-do moves to dodge the agent exodus
If you want to be a top-performing agent in 2024 — one who stays for the long haul — prioritize skill development to best adapt to the changing market, coach Darryl Davis writes
by Darryl Davis Jan 16
10 things to do right now, so you're not in the next wave of agent exits
Team leader Carl Medford and his regional mastermind developed these 10 strategies to help you return to the fundamentals and take on the challenges and opportunities the market has in store
by Carl Medford Jan 16
Equity Angels launches to diversify proptech innovation
Kenya Burrell-VanWormer of NEO and Plunk's Katherine Winston team up to provide mentorship, fractional executives and fundraising preparation for entrepreneurs from diverse demographics
by Craig C. Rowe Jan 15
Why NAR may be primed for record membership fall in 2024: Triple-I
The National Association of Realtors may be on the verge of a bigger membership decline than it's ever seen before — including during the 2008 housing crisis. Intel explores why that is
by Chris LeBarton Jan 15
NAR president sidesteps palace intrigue in 1st address to members
Newly installed NAR President Kevin Sears will remain in position for nearly 2 years after replacing Tracy Kasper on Monday. In a video to members he focused on legal challenges and core business
by Taylor Anderson Jan 12
Resignations, lawsuit updates, ChatGPT: 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 Jan 12
Illinois' 3rd commission suit names @properties, champions buyers
A Chicago homeowner is the latest to allege NAR policies amounted to a conspiracy to keep commissions high for buyers, resulting in overpayment on the home purchase
by Taylor Anderson Jan 12
With Kasper exit, the hits keep coming for NAR: The Download
After a reported blackmail threat, NAR President Tracy Kasper has resigned from her post. What's next for the embattled trade organization?
by Christy Murdock Jan 12
3 ways to support diversity in the Hispanic real estate community
America's population is continuing to change, writes Tina Lapp. Generate success for diverse communities, whether they are new agents entering the field or clients looking to buy a home
by Tina Lapp Jan 12
Post-Sitzer, the opinion of 8 people doesn't diminish agent value
Opinion
According to coach Darryl Davis, by staying positive, keeping perspective and being proactive, real estate agents can continue to demonstrate their worth
by Darryl Davis Jan 11
Realtors fear damage to NAR brand beyond repair following Kasper exit
Members already reeling from a series of accusations and leadership changes told Inman Tracy Kasper's resignation as president after less than 5 months doesn't bode well for NAR's reputation
by Taylor Anderson Jan 10
NAR, KW and HomeServices seek new trial in Sitzer | Burnett suit
The defendants point to 'legal errors at trial' they say justify setting aside the jury's historic, multi-billion-dollar verdict and giving the defendants another chance to make their case in court
by Andrea V. Brambila Jan 10