Survey supports Realtors' claims that commissions are negotiable
Only 31% of homebuyers or sellers try to negotiate a lower commission, but 64% of those who do succeed, LendingTree survey finds. However, most don't think sellers should pay buyer's agent
by Matt Carter Feb 27
Should you leave your brokerage? 5 questions to ask yourself first
Should you tough it out at your current brokerage or risk the unknown by leaving? Milena Monet shares questions to ask yourself to decide
by Milena Monet Feb 26
Strong economy could lift 2024 home sales: Fannie Mae forecast
The additional boost to 2024 home sales might come at the expense of slightly slower growth next year due to elevated mortgage rates, economists at the mortgage giant said Friday
by Matt Carter Feb 23
10 ways to elevate your pursuit of real estate happiness
New Inman contributor Milena Monet writes that happiness is not just a destination but a continuous pursuit fueled by meaningful connections, personal growth and purposeful actions
by Milena Monet Feb 23
Ryan Serhant on the discipline that made him a real estate superstar
After 'Million Dollar Listing New York' made him part of a 'real estate-pop culture zeitgeist,' Serhant catapulted to fame. He doesn't take his responsibility as an Inman Influencer lightly
by Lillian Dickerson Feb 22
NAR: Commission suit insurance coverage ran out 'some time ago'
There are no funds under NAR's policy available to pay for the cost of defending the Realtor associations nor their multiple listing services which have been sued, according to the trade group
by Andrea V. Brambila Feb 21
Alex Vidal is moving ERA Real Estate out of the shadows
Ahead of his first Fuel conference as president, Alex Vidal shares what makes ERA special, the inspiration behind his coaching sessions and how the brand plans to be 'louder' in 2024
by Marian McPherson Feb 20
WATCH: Andy Florance takes aim at 'Ziltorfin' business tactics
CoStar Group founder and CEO Andy Florance called Zillow, Realtor.com and Redfin pushback against Homes.com traffic numbers 'bait and switch' business tactics
by Christy Murdock Feb 20
Media startup Blended Sense rolls out partnership with NextHome
Austin-based media startup Blended Sense is partnering with NextHome to provide preferential pricing and specialized content strategy and education to the franchisor's 6,000-member network
by Marian McPherson Feb 20
6 scripts agents need for a time such as this
Meeting the unique needs of buyers and sellers today means knowing just what to say to generate important dialogues. Jimmy Burgess offers scripts that resonate in our current market moment
by Jimmy Burgess Feb 18
WATCH: Robert Reffkin talks portals, agents, the NYC subway
In a recent appearance at Inman Connect New York, the Compass CEO discussed his company's ongoing industry dominance and came out in favor of Homes.com in the portal wars
by Christy Murdock Feb 17
Path & Post adds new managing broker in Georgia
Bekki Shae Smith is a regional director for the Georgia Association of Realtors and past president of the Cherokee Association of Realtors
by Taylor Anderson Feb 15
NAR halts 'presidential initiatives' for next 2 years amid turmoil
The trade group will not take on pet projects for the duration of NAR President Kevin Sears' tenure, which is slated to last until November 2025, he told NAR's Board of Directors Wednesday morning
by Andrea V. Brambila Feb 15
Broker Spotlight: Chip Stella
Learn how this Boston broker puts his sales experience to work as he guides, supports and develops the next generation of great real estate professionals
by Christy Murdock Feb 15
To promote Black homeownership, amplify Black Realtors
Opinion
Cultivating efforts that improve Black homeownership rates, broker-owner Jemila Winsey writes, requires Black real estate professionals to take on leadership positions
by Jemila Winsey Feb 14