The Inman real estate commission FAQ: Hit the ground running in 2025
Now that we're in the thick of the 'New Normal,' it's time to answer the frequently asked questions agents and brokerages have about the newly implemented commission settlement rule changes
by Christy Murdock Aug 19
Michael Ketchmark: Every move you make, we'll be watching you
In a phone interview, lead plaintiffs' counsel Michael Ketchmark weighed in on the consequences of violating the NAR settlement, Zillow's business model, and the 'monster case' that remains
by Andrea V. Brambila Aug 19
Watch out for these 3 pitfalls to avoid pricey fines in your future
Steep fines can stack up and swiftly put you in a sticky situation. What's worse is when it's your competition turning you in. Trainer Rachael Hite tells you how to stay on the right side of the rules
by Rachael Hite Aug 19
Michigan Realtors are mad as hell, and they're suing: The Download
NAR buckles up for a new legal brouhaha as Michigan agents and brokers head to court over 'compulsory' membership to access the MLS after removing 'guaranteed broker commission'
by Christy Murdock Aug 17
Landmark real estate commission rules officially go into effect today
The new rules are the result of the National Association of Realtors' major antitrust settlement. They're poised to change how agents are paid and how real estate consumers search for homes
by Jim Dalrymple II Aug 17
Be different. Be special. Be the expert your clients need now
Mastering a niche makes you more valuable in the eyes of consumers, senior real estate expert Nikki Buckelew writes, and it makes selling real estate a far more interesting and enjoyable career
by Nikki Buckelew Aug 16
Redfin CEO says 'change is good' in blog about commissions
2 days before the implementation of new cooperative compensation rules, Redfin CEO Glenn Kelman explained what the changes will mean for consumers and the industry at-large
by Marian McPherson 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
A brave new world awaits the real estate industry. Are you prepared?
Beginning Saturday, new rules around commissions take effect, paving the way for the biggest shift in real estate in at least a generation. It's a brave new world, and it begins this weekend
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
American Real Estate Association debuts membership program
The association aims to offer an alternative to NAR and is launching its membership program when there is a 'lot of dissatisfaction with the status quo,' according to one co-founder
by Jim Dalrymple II Aug 15
NAR interim CEO: Settlement was ‘unequivocally’ the right move
In an interview with NextHome CEO James Dwiggins, NAR interim CEO Nykia Wright urged members to lean back into engaging the 1.5M-member trade organization
by Taylor Anderson Aug 15
Former Ribbon team launches AI-fueled home transaction platform
The team that founded EasyKnock-acquired power buyer Ribbon has launched Indigo, an AI-powered transaction management and home search platform, executives told Inman exclusively
by Marian McPherson Aug 15
Homebuyers see NAR settlement as a big win — until they learn more
Even if the settlement brings down commissions overall, buyers grow warier the more they learn about what the policy means for them, according to the latest Inman-Dig Insights consumer poll
by Daniel Houston Aug 15
Rescuing the American Dream through smart tax incentives
Opinion
Industry veteran Alex Perriello says that to fix the affordability problem in America, agents need to get involved, and smart tax incentives need to be offered
by Alex Perriello Aug 15