Reffkin knocks NAR, says rules 'prop up' inexperienced agents
The Compass CEO said that NAR's rules have held back top agents and brokerages. But Robert Reffkin also believes that as those rules end, big brokerages like his will pull further ahead
by Jim Dalrymple II Feb 19
Corcoran adds trending listings feature to website
The new feature, which the brokerage calls 'like Netflix for real estate,' highlights for homebuyers trending properties based on unique views, interactions and leads, the firm informed Inman
Netflix's 'No Good Deed' a fun treatise on the power of home
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Lisa Kudrow and Ray Romano lead a cast of characters wrestling with demons and turning to real estate. It's the rare show that explores the symbolic power of home — and home sales
by Jim Dalrymple II Jan 3
Moves and shakeups made 2024 a big year for real estate reality TV
The reality TV landscape saw some major shifts in 2024 as legacies departed the space and new strong players emerged. Here's a rundown of the highlights and what we're watching for in 2025
Become a 'knowledge broker' as real estate turns the page
In the wake of NAR’s settlement and rule changes, now is the time to communicate confidently, get creative and position yourself as a knowledge broker, Buying Beverly Hills’ Jon Grauman writes
by Jon Grauman Dec 5
Compass leans into private listings with new marketing push
The brokerage's efforts to build a powerful exclusive catalog of listings unifies many of its recent efforts — including now the debut of a multiphase marketing strategy
by Jim Dalrymple II Nov 4
Robert Reffkin compares future of listings to Netflix video streaming
Consumers will one day visit multiple real estate sites, including Compass.com, to find listings in the same way they now search for content on Netflix and Disney+, the Compass CEO predicted
by Jim Dalrymple II Oct 31
Meet the new owners of the Menendez family mansion
The Iranian-American Lahijani family is practiced in real estate investment and acquired the property in March for $17M. The family has reportedly begun a complete renovation of the home
'Selling Sunset' drops Season 8 on Friday — and tea is already spilling
After the cast saw screeners of the new season, some took to social media in protest of so-called 'lies' making the final cut. Jason Oppenheim said the group dynamic keeps viewers returning
Ryan Serhant on 'Owning Manhattan', bold moves, branding
In an exclusive interview, the SERHANT. founder talks real estate reality and what it’s like to build a brokerage brand under the pressure of the spotlight
SERHANT.'s 'Owning Manhattan' renewed for Season 2 on Netflix
The first season of the hit reality series featuring agents from Ryan Serhant's brokerage dropped on Netflix 2 months ago. A release date for the second season wasn't immediately revealed
by Lillian Dickerson Aug 28
The Agency's 'Buying Beverly Hills' fails to renew for third season
The Netflix show reportedly failed to renew because of factors surrounding the number of views versus the cost of production
by Lillian Dickerson Aug 20
From teen mom to luxury broker, Sharelle Rosado hustled to the top
Sharelle Rosado's grit and determination helped her rise up from humble beginnings to become one of Tampa's top agents. 'If you dream something, no matter how big it is, go for it,' she said
by Lillian Dickerson Jul 16
5 'Owning Manhattan' moments we can't stop thinking about
The new Netflix show, centering on SERHANT.'s NYC agents, has been out for almost 2 weeks. Here are the jaw-dropping moments we keep circling back to mentally
by Dani Vanderboegh Jul 11
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'Owning Manhattan,' focused on Ryan Serhant’s eponymous NYC brokerage, premiered on Netflix Friday. Get to know the big personalities who make up the cast
by Dani Vanderboegh Jul 2