StackWrap makes sense of your tech-stack: Tech Review
Indie broker Max Fitzgerald built this app to be the top layer of brokerage tech stack, enabling better organization, access and understanding of its most-used tools
by Craig C. Rowe Jun 21
Avenue 8 co-CEO on brokerage end: 'We're going all-in on Sidekick'
The company has made the decision to focus on scaling its artificial intelligence-based brokerage productivity solution, which it has already provided to two major MLSs
by Craig C. Rowe Jun 10
3 indie real estate brokerages that are breaking the mold
Pushing boundaries and changing the status quo, these 3 independent brokerages offer ideas for moving your own business forward
by Diana Zaya May 21
What agents and brokers really want to tell each other: Intel survey
Agents and brokers talk. A lot. But what's left unsaid may be nearly as important. Intel analyzed survey responses of hundreds of real estate professionals for insights into an unbreakable bond
by Daniel Houston May 13
How diversity can enhance your growth and enrich your business
Diversity is the way of the future, writes The Agency’s Mauricio Umansky. Here, he unpacks the advantages of intentionally building a diverse team for your clients, your agents and your business
by Mauricio Umansky May 9
KW CEO predicts headwinds for indie model amid NAR settlement
Keller Williams president and CEO Mark Willis spoke about his return to the Texas franchiser and how commission lawsuits could spark an intense round of brokerage and agent consolidation
by Marian McPherson Apr 30
Is NAR a net-positive? It depends if you ask an agent or a broker: Intel
An increasing uncertainty among real estate agents in March runs in opposition to brokers, who were more likely to tell Intel they still view the National Association of Realtors positively
by Taylor Anderson Apr 29
You have 3 brokerage models to choose from. Which works for you?
Opinion
Once you've passed your real estate exam, broker Joseph Santini writes, your first order of business will be deciding what type of brokerage will serve you best in your new career
by Joseph Santini Apr 19
Agents feel the pain as BoomTown outage extends into another week
Since April 10, brokerage websites across the country have been dark as BoomTown scrambles to resolve service disruptions. The outage has already impacted the bottom line, agents told Inman
by Taylor Anderson Apr 15
BoomTown is dealing with a service outage. Now agents want answers
Real estate professionals have been seeking answers since Wednesday, when many lost access to their personal websites, lead services and other tools provided by BoomTown, agents told Inman
NAR President Kevin Sears sells brokerage to Anthony Lamacchia
Lamacchia had been in talks with the Sears family for years as he continued his expansion path across New England. The deal was announced this week
by Taylor Anderson Apr 11
Kentucky, W. Virginia move to ban exclusive, right-to-list agreements
New laws enacted to prevent the use of Non-Title Recorded Agreements for Personal Services — or NTRAPs — are sweeping the nation as critics decry alleged deceptive and predatory practices
by Taylor Anderson Apr 3
5 things every broker should be doing after NAR's settlement
Brokers need to lead by example, new Inman contributor Valeria Grunbaum writes. Walk the talk, and don't buy into the fear and uncertainty of these post-settlement times
by Valeria Grunbaum Mar 27
In ‘shocker’ of a vote, Chicago transfer tax hike headed for defeat
The key policy item for first-term Mayor Brandon Johnson would have raised an estimated $100M through a tax hike on real estate sales
by Taylor Anderson Mar 20
How commission chaos divided the real estate industry into 4 factions
The verdict in the monumental Sitzer | Burnett commission case in Missouri — plus oversight by federal regulators — has splintered the industry as it scrambles to figure out how to move forward
by Taylor Anderson Mar 20
Brokerages, lenders anticipate big recruitment push in 2024: Triple-I
Approximately 28% of brokerage leaders believe 'recruiting and retaining talent' will be their most challenging responsibility 1 year from now, according to results from the Inman Intel Index survey
by Chris LeBarton Feb 26
Utah homeseller files commission lawsuit against NAR, 13 others
The complaint — one of nearly two dozen targeting real estate's commission-sharing structure — alleges 'most' buyer agents will steer clients away from listings that offer lower commission
by Taylor Anderson Feb 12
Agents have real concerns — but commission rates aren't at the top
Despite ongoing commission lawsuits, agents are more concerned about the health of the real estate pie than the size of their own slice, results of the latest Inman Intel Index survey show
by Chris LeBarton Feb 7
NAR signals more declines to come after 3rd-straight membership dip
NAR Chief Economist Lawrence Yun warned of 'further declines in membership over the next 24 months' said after NAR posted a 2.1% annual membership decline last month
by Taylor Anderson Feb 6
Illinois Realtors raises $1M war chest to fight Chicago tax hike
Chicago voters are set to decide whether to quadruple the tax buyers pay on residential and commercial properties in the city. Illinois Realtors plans to lead the fight
by Taylor Anderson Jan 31
Tracking the housing recovery? These 12 dates offer crucial clues
Intel is highlighting the most important data releases and events slated for each month of 2024 in an effort to help industry observers follow the arc of residential real estate's rebound this year
by Chris LeBarton Jan 24
First Team Real Estate's new CEO has a 'billion dollar' goal for 2024
Ahead of Inman Connect New York this week, newly installed First Team Real Estate CEO Michele Harrington dishes on ambitious plans for 2024 and what she'll be talking about at ICNY on Tuesday
by Lillian Dickerson Jan 22
Ready to share your wisdom with the industry? The Triple-I survey is open
The Inman Intel Index goes beyond sentiment and trends by tapping into the real estate industry's most engaged community. Add your voice to the industry's most ambitious monthly survey today
by Chris LeBarton Jan 22
Woman-led brokerage LUX Denver moves to ERA Real Estate
Boutique firm LUX Denver is now affiliated with ERA Real Estate. Broker-owner Emily Duke co-founded the company in 2014, which has a lifetime sales volume of more than $200M
by Marian McPherson Jan 17
NAR president sidesteps palace intrigue in 1st address to members
Newly installed NAR President Kevin Sears will remain in position for nearly 2 years after replacing Tracy Kasper on Monday. In a video to members he focused on legal challenges and core business
by Taylor Anderson Jan 12
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
First Team sheds Christie's affiliation, names new CEO
The largest privately held brokerage in California has separated from Christie's International Real Estate, launched a rebrand and promoted Michele Harrington to CEO, Inman has learned
by Lillian Dickerson Oct 25
After Inman Connect chat, Troy Palmquist lands big role with eXp
Palmquist joined eXp's Michael Valdes on stage to talk recruitment at ICLV over the summer. Now, he's taking his 30-member team to eXp as the brokerage's new director of growth for California
by Daniel Houston Oct 5
Suburban New York team joins forces with Howard Hanna
The Mark Seiden Real Estate Team is partnering with Howard Hanna Rand Realty, increasing the latter's influence north of New York City, according to an announcement
by Daniel Houston Aug 31
Broker Spotlight: Javier Lattanzio, Time Equities Brokerage
Find out how this player from the international tennis circuit made the switch to the no-less-competitive real estate industry
by Christy Murdock Aug 31
The ultimate guide to Inman Connect Las Vegas 2023
So you've decided to join us at Inman Connect Las Vegas. Bravo! Here's a day-by-day breakdown of the conference along with some tidbits to get the most out of your week in Sin City
by Marian McPherson Aug 8
$2B Pacific Sotheby's International Realty broker partners with Side
San Clemente, California's top broker, Doug Echelberger, and his team of 7 agents has moved to Side, where it will operate as Inhabit Real Estate, according to an announcement on Tuesday
by Marian McPherson Aug 4