Dwiggins on Compass, Zillow and real estate 'Armageddon'
Co-CEO of franchisor NextHome, James Dwiggins, talks about the future of the industry and the debate over NAR's Clear Cooperation Policy ahead of his appearance at Inman Connect San Diego
Compass acquires Colorado-based indie PorchLight Real Estate Group
The firm was founded in 2005 and closed $922.3M in sales volume in 2024, according to RealTrends. About 180 agents will be making the move to Compass
SERHANT. expands operations into the Washington DC metro area
This marks the luxury firm's 2nd new market of 2025. It launches with more than 30 agents, led by Principal Broker Maryanne Moyers and founding agents MJ Frazier, Lizzy Conroy, Antonio Nguyen
How to help your buyers avoid costly mortgage mistakes
When buyers plan and have the right people on their side, mortgage expert Phil Crescenzo Jr. writes, they can stay in control, and the rest becomes a lot less stressful
Fannie, Freddie ordered to accept new VantageScore 4.0 credit score
While questions remain about details of the new policy, FHFA Director Bill Pulte says mortgage lenders must still use 'tri-merge' process to obtain scores from all 3 major credit bureaus
by Matt Carter Jul 8
Portal wars field a new fighter — backed by the country's largest news publisher
Mysterious newcomer plans to generate buyer and seller leads quickly after teaming up with Gannett Company to display listings across its news sites
by Taylor Anderson Jul 8
Inman On Tour Texas
Meet the real estate industry leaders bringing insights on design, development, luxury markets and tech-driven growth to the Lone Star State
by Mariya Gordon Jul 8
Luxury market 'as strong as ever' despite broader slowness
It has been a challenging year for many real estate agents contending with a volatile economy, but the luxury market has remained resilient in the face of uncertainty
Expert energy: How to become the go-to agent in any market
The real estate agents who rise to the top, coach Darryl Davis writes, are the ones who commit to daily growth, connection and service
by Darryl Davis Jul 8
A woman running to illustrate speed-to-qualify.
You have to earn the right to ask the hard questions, broker Josh Ries writes. Learn how to build rapport and relationship so that you can dig deeper
by Josh Ries Jul 8
Easy-peasy tech automations (with no learning curve required)
Text replacements and keyboard shortcuts are the OGs of automation, broker-owner Amy Stockberger writes. They’ve saved her business hundreds of hours and thousands of decisions
by Amy Stockberger Jul 7
Are you about to become a real estate dinosaur?
Technology doesn't take the place of relationship-building, Bernice Ross writes. The agent who masters both is ready to move forward with confidence in today's market
by Bernice Ross Jul 7
6 creative strategies to refresh your marketing now 
Refreshing your marketing doesn’t require a total overhaul, Bernice Ross writes, only a few smart, creative shifts that will keep you top of mind with clients and prospects
by Bernice Ross Jul 7
Kevin Sears on what he'd tell the DOJ (if he gets another meeting)
Thrust into his role atop the largest trade organization in the country nearly a year early, Sears shares insights on interactions with the DOJ, the multiple listing services and an industry divided
by Taylor Anderson Jul 7
Listing bans, lawsuits, and a ‘big, beautiful bill’: Inman Top 5
Looking for a quick catch-up on the buzziest stories of the week? Here’s Inman Top 5, the most essential stories, according to Inman readers
by Dani Vanderboegh Jul 4