Win dinner with Robert Reffkin in Compass' Back to Basics challenge
25 Compass agents with the most buyer-exclusive agreements and in-person interactions after 100 days of 2024 will win a trip to NYC, lunch with Leonard Steinberg and dinner at Reffkin’s home
by Lillian Dickerson Nov 20
Here's how to talk to buyers now: The Download
We dive deep into the nitty-gritty of exactly how to talk to buyers post-Sitzer and ensure you're communicating your value
by Christy Murdock Nov 18
Real estate CEOs: Big impact from commission suits 'improbable'
The bombshell verdict of Sitzer | Burnett rocked the real estate industry, but recent earnings reports suggest many of its most recognizable CEOs don't anticipate major disruptions
by Jim Dalrymple II Nov 17
New commission suits and strategies: Inman's Top 5
With Inman Top 5, you'll find the week's most essential stories, as chosen by our readers. Here are the most-read articles for Nov. 10-16, 2023
by Dani Vanderboegh Nov 17
Robert Reffkin: What we have now is a 'connection issue'
In a keynote address at Compass RETREAT on Tuesday, the CEO stressed getting back to basics, forging sincere connections with clients as key to surviving and thriving in the current market
by Lillian Dickerson Nov 15
What to expect at Compass' annual RETREAT in San Diego this week
Throughout the week, RETREAT attendees will learn how to develop new business tactics, wield technology more efficiently and stay afloat as guidance around commissions changes in 2024
by Lillian Dickerson Nov 14
New commission lawsuit targets REBNY and 26 companies in NYC
Homeseller Monty March filed suit in the Southern District of New York Wednesday, alleging REBNY rules in Manhattan kept commissions high and violated state and federal antitrust laws
by Taylor Anderson Nov 10
Compass trims losses, improves cash flow despite Q3 revenue dip
The brokerage saw revenue fall 10% year over year, but also managed to cut net losses from $154M in the third quarter of last year to $39M this time around, according to a Q3 earnings call Monday
by Jim Dalrymple II Nov 6
Compass acquires No. 1 indie brokerage in Central Texas
NYC-based brokerage Compass has acquired Realty Austin and Realty San Antonio for an undisclosed amount. The brokerage closed $5.24B in 2022 sales volume
by Marian McPherson Sep 27
Compass adds 10 principal agents to Ocean City office
Compass has recruited 15 agents from an Ocean City, New Jersey, RE/MAX franchise, 10 of whom will serve as principal agents. The new recruits represent $136M in 2022 sales volume
by Marian McPherson Sep 27
Compass adds new AI marketing tool to its tech platform
The new tool comes during a year of heightened interest in artificial intelligence. It'll help agents write listing descriptions, craft social media posts and more
by Jim Dalrymple II Sep 15
Compass Sports & Entertainment adds 29 agents to mid-year class
The new class brings the total number of Compass Sports & Entertainment Division agents up to 158, representing 71 different markets. In 2022, they closed more than $7.7B in sales volume
7 ‘connect’-ions I made at Inman Connect Las Vegas
Opinion
If it’s been a while since you’ve been to an industrywide event, broker Troy Palmquist says it’s time you start making travel plans
by Troy Palmquist Aug 16
Heroes come to rescue after suffering losses in Maui fires
Fires that roared through western Maui last week have destroyed thousands of homes and killed scores of people. The real estate community is trying to help pick up the pieces
by Jim Dalrymple II Aug 15
Live from Las Vegas: Catch up with Inman's Top 5
With Inman Top 5, you'll find the most essential stories of the past week, chosen by our readers
by Christy Murdock Aug 11