Opendoor nabs execs from Google, LegalZoom for leadership team
The company announced on Tuesday that it had hired Selim Freiha to serve as its chief financial officer and Shrisha Radhakrishna to serve as its chief technology and product officer
by Taylor Anderson Oct 1
Fears of a widespread commission shift are unfounded. Here's why
Opinion
Most homebuyers will continue to use an agent and most homesellers will continue to cover buyer agent commissions, writes broker-owner Eric Bramlett of Austin-based Bramlett Residential
by Eric Bramlett Sep 24
Alabama Association of Realtors to NAR: Make membership optional
‘It is time to allow members the ability to choose where they allocate their membership and dues dollars between the local, state and national levels,’ Alabama Realtors wrote to NAR on Tuesday
by Taylor Anderson Sep 19
A dark manly figure outside of a house with a red flag and a hand using an app to symbolize real estate safety tools.
Opinion
If you want to add to your safety and security toolbox, build value, protect your clients and stay safe in the field, check out these recommendations from Tracey 'The Safety Lady' Hawkins
by Tracey Hawkins Sep 17
It’s time for an industry update. Embrace transparency for real
Opinion
The commission lawsuits are a wakeup call for real estate, new Inman contributor Mathew Speer writes. Now is the time to raise your standards and truly embrace transparency
by Mathew Speer Sep 12
Bezos got a bargain. Now the homeseller's suing Douglas Elliman
After learning that Amazon founder Jeff Bezos was behind the entity that bought his Miami home at a $6M discount, Leo Kryss was not pleased with Douglas Elliman, which double-ended the deal
by Lillian Dickerson Sep 11
Treasury finalizes new rules for luxury cash sales reporting
Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen said the new reporting rules will 'close critical loopholes in the US financial system' that allowed criminals to launder money through all-cash residential sales
by Lillian Dickerson Aug 30
Broker Spotlight: Vanessa Bergmark, Red Oak Realty
Learn how this Bay Area broker and her 100% woman-owned brokerage create exceptional outcomes and provide award-winning service
by Christy Murdock Aug 22
Unlocking Hidden Opportunities: Mastering Mid-Term Rentals for Realtors and Investors
In this webinar, you’ll uncover strategies to help clients invest in homes, close more deals, and boost your income by managing rental properties. Plus, discover how to dominate your local market using Furnished Finder to attract leads and market properties like a pro.
by Shannon DeAraujo Aug 21
Avoid client conflicts: 18 tips for properly managing expectations
Meeting and exceeding client expectations, team leader Carl Medford writes, means making sure you're communicating with them and helping them understand their transaction process
by Carl Medford Aug 15
Lesson Learned: Get rock solid on your pricing strategy
Learn how NYC agent Maggie Kent leverages her sense of professionalism to develop a higher level of client trust and how she has developed resilience to navigate the world of real estate
by Christy Murdock Aug 14
Revenue rose and agent loss slowed for eXp Realty in Q2
EXp World Holdings revenue grew 5% year over year to $1.295B during Q2. The brokerage's agent count continued to drop but at a slower rate than previous quarters
by Marian McPherson Jul 31
Local Logic and iGo strike a new integration deal
Part of the relationship involves a site license for NeighborhoodIntel, a recently released property reporting product that generates insights from more can 250 data points per home
by Craig C. Rowe Jul 24
Lesson Learned: Cultivate trust and respect with competitors
Find out how NYC agent Andrea Saturno-Sanjana puts her unique skillset and global perspective to work in serving clients and connecting with colleagues
by Christy Murdock Jul 22
Teams Spotlight: The Exclusive Group at Douglas Elliman
Find out how the team's 3 co-founders — Gary Pohrer, Nick Malinosky and Devin Kay — developed a team that spans the South Florida coastline from Jupiter to Miami Beach
by Christy Murdock Jul 11