Homes.com sent direct mailers to sellers across the country asking them to pay to ‘boost’ their homes
Many agents have gathered in online forums to criticize the mailers as ‘unethical.’ But Homes.com’s parent company says most agents are fine with them
by Taylor Anderson Jul 16
Keller Williams released from telemarketing lawsuit after plaintiff withdraws case
A New York homeowner claimed text messages sent by an associate KW broker amounted to an ‘invasion of her privacy.' She has now dropped her case
by Taylor Anderson Jul 15
Has this Austin MLS 'solved' the private listings conundrum?
Flex Listings provide a functioning model that restores transparency, preserves cooperation, and gives sellers and buyers control, clarity and access, Eric Bramlett writes
by Eric Bramlett Jul 15
Yes, you've changed your process in light of the private listings drama
While you were short on details, you said that you've changed the way you talk with your seller clients about their options in light of the private listings debate
by Inman Jul 15
Viral 'realtorshateme' campaign creator launches self-sale software
Ridley founder Mike Chambers says he built his software after facing censorship and harassment from real estate incumbents
by Craig C. Rowe Jul 15
Inman celebrates industry visionaries: Announcing the 2025 Inman Innovator Award finalists
Inman unveils the finalists for its flagship award, now in its 28th year, recognizing creativity across the real estate industry
by Inman Jul 15
Own your own gate — or be replaced by one of the gatekeepers
Tired of your marketing being controlled by industry gatekeepers? By becoming a specialist, broker and attorney Greg Hague writes, you can create a gate of your own
by Greg Hague Jul 15
Zillow unveils interactive 'drone-like experience' along with other new features
Portal behemoth Zillow has dropped 5 new home search, tour and affordability features, with the crown jewel being SkyTour, an aerial tour feature
by Marian McPherson Jul 14
Industry pros weigh in on visibility, gatekeeping and real estate 'Armageddon': The Download
Leaders across the brokerage landscape had thoughts on the private listings debate, and they weren't shy about sharing them
by Christy Murdock Jul 13
Compass agrees to share its exclusive listings, with 2 caveats
Compass said it will share its 6K-plus exclusive listings with brokerages and multiple listing services, as long as they don't alter or monetize listings — or share listings with platforms that do
by Marian McPherson Jul 11
Gatekeeping, portal wars, ‘Armageddon’: Inman’s 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 11
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
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
Supercharge your summer marketing: The Download
After a topsy-turvy spring, some markets are seeing more inventory this summer. Here's how to lead gen for buyers and listings to take advantage of the opportunity
by Christy Murdock Jul 7