A woman on her computer with code in the background to signify costly ChatGPT mistakes.
Who better to help you avoid AI mistakes than AI? Bernice Ross talks with ChatGPT to find out how to avoid the biggest blunders
by Bernice Ross May 19
How NAR, MLSs and Zillow use market power to serve themselves
Opinion
Think these real estate industry mainstays are doing what's best for members and real estate pros? Think again, authors and agents Hans and Steve Wydler write
by Hans Wydler AND Steve Wydler May 19
Real estate agent commissions are not falling off a cliff
A new Redfin report indicates that most consumers are still willing to pay for their real estate agents and that last year's NAR rules have had minimal impacts on agent pay
by Jim Dalrymple II May 16
The market is short 416K homes for middle-class homebuyers: NAR
The majority of the US's 100 largest markets are struggling to improve affordable housing levels, resulting in fewer purchasing options for middle- and lower-class Americans compared to 2019
by Marian McPherson May 16
Fed: Requiring buyer agreements has no effect on commissions
The Federal Reserve analysis found that rising home prices are likely why commission rates fell in the past 2 decades, but found no impact on rates after buyer contracts were required in 15 states
by Andrea V. Brambila May 16
Serhant’s diss, Homes.com’s boost, Caballero’s record: 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 May 16
Keller Williams pledges support for inclusion with Natalie Davis hire
Davis, a broker and coach, will replace Julia Lashay Israel as Keller Williams' head of Community Growth. The appointment reflects the franchisor's commitment to inclusivity, executives said
by Marian McPherson May 15
Council of Multiple Listing Services hires Rene Galicia as its first COO
CMLS anticipates Galicia's expertise in MLS policy will help guide members 'through complex landscapes while championing transparency, efficiency, and pro-competitive practices'
by Andrea V. Brambila May 14
NAR chooses 8 firms to spur 'digital transformation of real estate'
NAR's for-profit investment arm Second Century Ventures selected Foyer, Guest House, Infinityy, NEO, Pitch59, Pixlmob, Tether RE and QwikFix to participate in REACH this year
by Andrea V. Brambila May 14
NAR's new law firm for antitrust suits charges up to $3K an hour
The trade group has replaced Cooley with Quinn Emanuel Urquhart & Sullivan in the Moehrl and Gibson cases, a law firm that has represented NAR for years in other antitrust cases
by Andrea V. Brambila May 14
Finding Financial Freedom: How Amy Berry drives wealth for women
Melanie Klein profiles Amy Berry, who empowered herself and her family through the power of real estate investing
by Melanie Klein May 14
Top 8 bogus or even deceptive things agents say to land a listing
With current listings well below average market numbers, some agents will say almost anything to land a listing. Team leader Carl Medford lists the things agents might say or do to score a deal
by Carl Medford May 14
Appraisal Institute rocked by NYT exposé, lawsuits by former execs
Professional association is fighting accusations that it knowingly reported inaccurate exam scores to state agencies and ignored a top executive's alleged sexual harassment of employees
by Matt Carter May 13
Ryan Serhant likens Compass to Barnes & Noble, citing listing book
The SERHANT. CEO jabbed at Compass' launch this month of physical books of the brokerage's exclusive listings in offices nationwide, likening it to old-school bookstores like Barnes & Noble
by Lillian Dickerson May 12