Court weighs $4.7B Sitzer ruling against last holdout HomeServices
Sitzer | Burnett plaintiffs asked the court to order the Berkshire Hathaway affiliate to pay most of the nearly $5.4B damages award after NAR, Keller Williams, Anywhere and RE/MAX settle
by Andrea V. Brambila Mar 19
Marc King steps down as president of Keller Williams
After 3 years as president of Keller Williams, Marc King has stepped down from his post. CEO Mark Willis will take over King's responsibilities
by Marian McPherson Mar 11
Sitzer | Burnett plaintiffs' attorneys ask for a third of settlement payout
After 5 years and nearly 100K hours of work, the law firms are asking a federal court for $82M of the proposed settlements to be paid by Anywhere, Keller Williams and RE/MAX
John Davis settles sex misconduct claims as contempt deadline looms
The former Keller Williams CEO no longer faces allegations of sexual misconduct, but Gary Keller, Josh Team and KW are asking the court to hold him in contempt. He has until Friday to respond
Elephant in the room: What execs revealed about commissions in Q4
In the wake of legal settlements in 2 of the largest commission lawsuits, RE/MAX and Anywhere illuminated their paths forward to investors in Q4 earnings calls. Intel reads the tea leaves
by Daniel Houston Mar 6
Berkshire Hathaway Energy added to growing Gibson commission suit
Amended complaint alleges Warren Buffett's company abused the trust inspired by his name to encourage homesellers to use HomeServices and further alleged price-fixing conspiracy
The biggest wins, losses and news from Q4 2023 earnings
Real estate’s Q4 earnings calls have finally wrapped. From RE/MAX’s CEO exit to Airbnb’s $10B year, we’ve rounded up the top stories all in one place. Here’s what you might have missed
by Jessi Healey Feb 29
Mark Willis takes aim at Anywhere in 'State of the Company' remarks
In his first Family Reunion address since returning as CEO of Keller Williams last year, Mark Willis called on agents to rise up and topple Anywhere, the world's largest real estate franchisor
by Marian McPherson Feb 27
Gary Keller says 'right now, real estate is in a recession'
Keller Williams co-founder Gary Keller said the Federal Reserve's inflation policy will continue to haunt the real estate industry in 2024, but there's still plenty of opportunity for agents to succeed
by Marian McPherson Feb 27
'Do less, more': Mark Willis shares KW's bare-bones growth strategy
Ahead of his first Family Reunion since returning to Keller Williams as CEO, Mark Willis shared his excitement with Inman — and his call for a return to the basics amid a housing market in flux
by Marian McPherson Feb 26
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
HomeServices dropped from long-running buyer commission lawsuit
The court dismissed a federal antitrust claim in the case known as Batton 1, but allowed state-law claims to proceed, partially due to the argument that commissions are baked into home prices
by Andrea V. Brambila Feb 21
Realty ONE Group, RE/MAX, Keller Williams rank on Franchise500 list
8 brokerages were honored on 'Entrepreneur' magazine's Franchise500 list. The 45-year-old list ranks the best franchises across several industries, including finance, technology and retail
by Marian McPherson Feb 7
NAR president: The DOJ is a 'bigger problem' than $1.8B Sitzer verdict
In remarks made in Boston that were later posted online, new NAR President Kevin Sears declared business will change for Realtors — whether they embrace it or have it 'forced down our throats'
HomeServices wants US Supreme Court to weigh Sitzer | Burnett case
The franchisor filed a petition to the Supreme Court requesting the review of an earlier appeals court ruling barring it from enforcing arbitration agreements signed by seller clients
Keller Williams settled. What does NAR do now? The Download
In the wake of the $70M settlement by Keller Williams, NAR and HomeServices of America appear to be the ones left holding the bag. What happens next?
by Christy Murdock Feb 3
Keller Williams settles Sitzer, Moehrl commission suits for $70M
Under the proposed deal, Keller Williams must inform franchisees that offers of compensation are not required. It also agreed to revise training materials and end rules requiring agents to join NAR
Dave Umphress' Flourish Real Estate Network leaves KW for Real
The $1B in career sales network, which Umphress first launched in 2012, operates in most major Colorado markets and Austin, Texas, but has goals of ultimately expanding nationwide
by Lillian Dickerson Jan 30
Josh Team makes a real estate comeback as SERHANT. president
The former Keller Williams president took a 3-year sabbatical from the industry, going all-in on being a dad. Team wasn't sure he'd ever return to real estate — until he got to know Ryan Serhant
by Lillian Dickerson Jan 29
NAR, KW and HomeServices seek new trial in Sitzer | Burnett suit
The defendants point to 'legal errors at trial' they say justify setting aside the jury's historic, multi-billion-dollar verdict and giving the defendants another chance to make their case in court
by Andrea V. Brambila Jan 10
49% of agents sold either 1 home or none at all in the past year: CFA
Agent 'glut' means part-timers are now the majority, leading to 'widespread incompetence and pressure to maintain high commission rates,' according to the Consumer Federation of America
What the biggest names in real estate really thought of 2023
As real estate dives into the new year, 14 of the industry's top leaders looked back on mortgage rates, slow sales, antitrust suits, NAR drama and other headline-making stories from 2023
by Marian McPherson Jan 2
More agents than ever earn business from networking and SOI
From cold calling and radio shows to painting classes, agent efforts to grow sphere of influence aren't one-size-fits-all
by Chris LeBarton Dec 29
A Maryland homeowner just filed yet another commission lawsuit
The case is the latest of numerous antitrust lawsuits that have emerged in the wake of the October verdict in Sitzer | Burnett. It names NAR, Compass, Redfin and others as defendants
by Jim Dalrymple II Dec 29
From Sitzer to Moehrl, 2023 was the year of commission confusion
Sitzer | Burnett and its verdict cast a long shadow that will extend into 2024 and potentially shake up the real estate industry. But it wasn't the only lawsuit with commissions in the crosshairs
by Andrea V. Brambila Dec 28
Keller Williams appoints 2 new executives before year's end
Longtime Keller Williams team leaders Wendi Harrelson and John Clidy are the brokerage's newest president of KWRI-Owned Regions and vice president of growth.
by Marian McPherson Dec 21
NAR, franchisors ask for summary judgment in Moehrl suit
The National Association of Realtors, Keller Williams and HomeServices of America have all asked a federal judge in Illinois to rule in their favor before the Moehrl case goes to trial
by Jim Dalrymple II Dec 20
KW begins notifying former agents of profit-sharing cuts
Former Keller Williams personnel have received letters noting that some individuals' profit share earnings could be reduced from 100% to 5%
by Jim Dalrymple II Dec 7
KW Command's AI update will now generate ad campaigns for users
One of the most notable updates to this round of Command improvements is the use of ChatGPT to create advertising creative to bolster listing ad campaigns
by Craig C. Rowe Dec 6
NAR argues against setting trial date in Moehrl commission suit
The trade group's attorney says NAR is 'still analyzing' the consequences of the Sitzer | Burnett verdict. Judge Andrea R. Wood says Moehrl is a 'different case' that will likely go to trial in Q4 2024
by Andrea V. Brambila Nov 29
Georgia homesellers file yet another antitrust commission suit
The Georgia suit accuses NAR and major real estate companies of conspiring to keep commissions high. It's also the latest in a string of new cases following the Sitzer | Burnett verdict
by Jim Dalrymple II Nov 28
Keller Williams and Gary Keller face new allegations in lawsuit
An amended complaint from former Keller Williams CEO John Davis now accuses the company and its co-founder of embezzlement
by Jim Dalrymple II Nov 27
Agents choose lively culture over cutting edge technology: Triple-I
A majority of agents and 55% of mortgage and real estate broker-owners agree that culture is the factor that sets a company apart, according to the latest Inman Intel Index results for October
by Lillian Dickerson Nov 21
Sitzer | Burnett defendants bulk up lawyer bench to prep for appeal
The National Association of Realtors and Keller Williams have hired former US solicitors general to help them beat back the multibillion-dollar verdict
by Andrea V. Brambila Nov 17
New bombshell lawsuit targets Texas Realtor orgs, local teams
A homebuilder and holding company filed the case Monday. But unlike other suits against NAR, this one lists the Texas Association of Realtors and other local organizations as defendants
by Jim Dalrymple II Nov 14
Commission lawsuits are piling up. Keep track of them all right here
In the wake of the Sitzer | Burnett verdict, the number of bombshell lawsuits has rapidly multiplied — putting more pressure than ever on real estate's status quo. Here's a rundown of all the cases
by Jim Dalrymple II Nov 10
South Carolina homesellers latest in line to sue NAR, Keller Williams
A new commission lawsuit filed Monday seeking class-action status alleges sellers encountered 'illogical, harmful, irrational and anticompetitive effects' of NAR's cooperative compensation rule
by Andrea V. Brambila Nov 10
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
Mother of all commission suits filed in Illinois, this time by homebuyers
'Batton 2,' exponentially larger in scope than Sitzer | Burnett and the Moehrl commission suits, was filed last week in Illinois and takes aim at many of the defendants in another suit called Gibson
Sitzer | Burnett plaintiffs' attorneys in talks with Department of Justice
Disrupting the National Association of Realtors' use of multiple listing services as a 'vehicle for higher commissions' is at the center of talks, lawyer Michael Ketchmark told Inman exclusively
'Engage, work, share' to recruit and retain top talent
Kymber Lovett-Menkiti leads an Inman Connect panel on attracting and keeping the best of the best in 2024 by establishing a value proposition, creating exposure and cultivating culture
Jury awards $5B to homesellers in landmark Sitzer | Burnett verdict
Jurors in the 2-week commission trial shocked the real estate industry Tuesday, awarding an astonishing $5.36B in damages to homesellers after deliberating for 2 hours and 28 minutes
by Andrea V. Brambila Oct 31
Sitzer | Burnett closing arguments wrap as judgment day approaches
In a final push on Monday, attorneys for real estate franchisors and the National Association of Realtors argued that homesellers in the case failed to prove a conspiracy to inflate commissions
by Andrea V. Brambila Oct 31
Gary Keller takes stand in person as Sitzer | Burnett verdict nears
Keller Williams co-founder Gary Keller provided lengthy testimony Friday as the defense wrapped up a case to be decided by a Kansas City jury later this week
Sitzer | Burnett judge refuses defendants' request for mistrial
HomeServices of America attorneys filed a motion Wednesday requesting a mistrial in the Sitzer | Burnett trial, saying a video submitted a day earlier jeopardizes its chances for a fair trial
Livian names former eXp executive Thad Fisher as SVP of Revenue
The Keller Williams mega team named Fisher, the former eXp vice president of global growth, to oversee Livian's growth strategy and market center expansion efforts
by Marian McPherson Oct 24
Keller Williams announces launch of new franchise in Curaçao
Keller Williams is set to open its latest master franchise in Willemstad, Curaçao. With its opening, the Texas franchisor will have 9 master franchises across the Caribbean
by Marian McPherson Oct 19
Gary Keller, Bob Goldberg among first to testify in Sitzer | Burnett
As the commission trial begins, the Kansas City courtroom saw opening arguments and testimony from industry leaders Keller, Goldberg and HomeServices of America CEO Gino Blefari
by Andrea V. Brambila Oct 17
'Longest open house ever' lasts 64 hours, raises $40K for Alzheimer's
Fargo-based agent Kyle Olson lost his father to Alzheimer's in 2018. Since then, Olson has raised more than $40K for the Alzheimer's Association through multiple record-breaking open houses
by Marian McPherson Oct 17
Sitzer | Burnett: Live updates from the buyer-agent commission trial
The long-awaited Sitzer|Burnett commission trial is underway in Kansas City, Missouri, and Inman is covering it all live as it unfolds. Check back early and often for news, views, schedules and more
by Inman Oct 16
Full court press: What to know as the Sitzer | Burnett trial unfolds
The allegations, the high-profile witnesses slated to testify and all the evidence the jury will and won't see — it's all here as the long-awaited Sitzer | Burnett commission trial unfolds this week
by Andrea V. Brambila Oct 16
An agent got creative with a listing. He wasn’t ready for the backlash
Nicholas Greer decided to have some fun with one of his listings. He made a lot of people angry. 'I’m just an artist at heart,' he told Inman earlier this week. 'I can’t turn that off'
by Ben Verde Oct 13
$100M San Francisco team OWN Real Estate joins KW
After 4 years with Side Real Estate, OWN Real Estate founder Wilson Leung has brought his team back to Keller Williams. OWN's 19 agents closed 80 transactions worth $107.1M in 2022
by Marian McPherson Oct 5
MLS commission settlement in jeopardy amid new DOJ 'concerns'
The Department of Justice's antitrust division on Thursday requested a 2-month deadline extension to review a proposed deal between homesellers and MLS PIN, a broker-owned multiple listing service
Franchisee drops misconduct claim against Keller Williams, Gary Keller
Inga Dow filed notice in US District Court for Northern Texas on Monday dismissing claims against all but former KW CEO John Davis, who she said harassed and abused her while KW did nothing
by Andrea V. Brambila Sep 28
Keller Williams scoops up top New Orleans agent
Chris Smith joins Keller Williams from Latter & Blum. The move comes as major real estate brands compete intensely for top talent
by Jim Dalrymple II Sep 26
RE/MAX settles bombshell commission lawsuits for $55M
The deal resolves claims in both the Sitzer and Moehrl antitrust cases. The franchisor agreed to change its business practices, including 'no longer forcing homesellers to pay buyer’s agents'
by Andrea V. Brambila Sep 18
MLS PIN settlement approved after overcoming judge's qualms
Judge Patti Saris preliminarily approved the deal after settlement fund restructuring. The case could provide a sneak peek at broader changes pending bombshell commission suit outcomes
by Andrea V. Brambila Sep 14
Anywhere settles bombshell Sitzer and Moehrl commission lawsuits
The company agreed to resolve the claims against it for $83.5M. Exact terms will be revealed when the plaintiffs ask the court to approve the deal, but an attorney for the plaintiffs says the franchisor is the first of the defendants to agree to 'change its practices'
John Davis files a racketeering lawsuit against Keller Williams
Three months after a Texas judge sent former Keller Williams CEO John Davis' $300M fraud suit against the franchisor to arbitration, Davis is back with new racketeering claims
by Marian McPherson Aug 30
NAR seeks to suppress DOJ probe from jury as commission trial nears
The National Association of Realtors filed 4 requests in the US District Court in Western Missouri on Thursday involving commission rule changes, government investigations and discrimination
by Andrea V. Brambila Aug 25
Keller Williams agent killed in boat accident before Mega Agent Camp
Beloved Keller Williams Moorestown agent Rob Montalbano died in a Lake Travis boating accident on Aug. 13. His brokerage and community have rallied to raise more than $68K for funeral costs
by Marian McPherson Aug 24
Keller Williams cuts profit sharing for agents who fled to competitors
The franchisor will slash profit sharing for 'vested KW agents who actively compete with our brokerages' unless they return within 6 months, Keller Williams President Marc King said Tuesday
by Andrea V. Brambila Aug 23
Compass agent says she was axed for speaking out at school board
California-based agent Janet Roberson told Inman a Compass team leader dismissed her after her controversial testimony at a school board meeting in April
by Marian McPherson Aug 22
Take Inman's first-ever bombshell commission lawsuit survey here
A pair of explosive lawsuits could upend how brokers do business. As those suits come closer to trial, tell us how you feel about those cases and how prepared the industry is for the repercussions
by Jim Dalrymple II Aug 21
'An awakening' to New Hampshire as luxury second-home destination
The pandemic first started opening luxury buyers' eyes to New Hampshire's second-home market opportunities, and now more and more ultra-luxury buyers are catching on
by Lillian Dickerson Aug 18
Gary Keller cites commission probe in pep talk touting agent happiness
'I'm happy. Screw 'em,' the Keller Williams co-founder told agents Tuesday at his Mega Agent Camp event, referring to antitrust suits involving commissions in which the brokerage is named
by Marian McPherson Aug 16
Real estate 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
The 2 'buzzwords' Keller Williams' Marc King wants agents to master
Keller Williams President Marc King told Inman he wants KW agents to sharpen lead generation and conversion strategies as the brokerage's annual Agent Mega Camp hits Austin this week
by Marian McPherson Aug 14
Judge balks at 'unusual' MLS settlement in commission case
Judge Patti Saris, of the US District Court in Massachusetts, said she 'loved' the commission rule changes the deal includes, but didn't think the litigation fund was fair for plaintiffs
The 2 main paths to brokerage growth in a down market
Every broker wants to recruit top agents. But what works when transactions are scarce? Two real estate professionals shared their thoughts Wednesday at Inman Connect Las Vegas
by Daniel Houston Aug 9
How to 'attract' agents instead of 'recruiting' them
The key to success in attracting and retaining good agents lies in large part on a broker's mindset, speakers at Inman Connect Las Vegas said. And adopting a 'we' instead of a 'me' attitude
The commission suits are headed to trial. What happens after that?
At Inman CEO Connect, Russ Cofano, James Dwiggins and Greg Robertson debated the changes that agents and brokers may see as a result of homeseller lawsuits and government interference
4 ways to improve real estate as bombshell commission suits sizzle
At Inman Connect Las Vegas, real estate broker and attorney Kendall Bonner urged the industry to be proactive instead of waiting to be legally 'bullied' into change
HomeServices appeal dismissed as court eyes October for Sitzer trial
The ruling against HomeServices of America in federal court on Wednesday sets the stage for a likely Oct. 16 start for the first of 2 highly anticipated bombshell commission trials later this year
Former Keller Williams NYC office auctions for $11.3M
Former Keller Williams NYC market center owners Ilan Bracha and Heim Binstock's battle for their 377 Broadway office is officially over as a new owner snapped it up, according to a report
by Marian McPherson Jul 28
Keller Williams mega team taps ex-Side exec Jon Boller as president
Livian, the Keller Williams mega team, has named Boller as its first-ever president. The former Go-To-Market Strategy vice president for Side will oversee growth for Livian's 35-state footprint
by Marian McPherson Jul 21
Bright MLS breaks with NAR policy on commissions
Starting Aug. 9, the nation's 2nd-largest MLS will allow listing brokers to offer buyer brokers nothing in compensation, according to an announcement from Bright
by Andrea V. Brambila Jul 20
Here are the finalists for the 2023 Inman Innovator Awards
The 2023 Inman Innovator Awards finalists range from true upstarts to established players, with each offering a new vision for real estate. Winners will be announced live in Las Vegas, Aug. 8-10
by Inman Jul 20
EXp team leader accused of sexual assault seeks to protect sex tapes
EXp founder and CEO Glenn Sanford is now a defendant in the sex trafficking case and allegedly turned a blind eye to the assaults for financial gain, according to an amended legal filing
by Andrea V. Brambila Jul 18
Cash is still king as Florida agents navigate 'wonkiest market' in years
As the summer housing market in Florida heats up, homebuyers and sellers are discovering a tale of 2 markets that offers opportunities for luxury buyers — and next to nothing for everyone else
by Marian McPherson Jul 14
Former KW CEO Mark Willis 'home' 18 months after eXp recruit drama
A year and a half after Keller Williams legally blocked eXp World Holdings' attempt to recruit Mark Willis, the former KW CEO has returned to his roots in a new consulting role, Inman has learned
by Marian McPherson Jul 12
Gary Keller at Keller Williams KW Family Reunion 2019
The Sitzer/Burnett antitrust case is set to begin Oct. 16 but could be moved to February. The court denied the franchisor's request to change the date because it conflicts with KW's Family Reunion
by Andrea V. Brambila Jul 11
The stories and trends that defined a whirlwind first half of 2023
Intel takes a look back at the market trends, brokerage strategies, Wall Street happenings and legal controversies that shook the past 6 months and could well define the remainder of 2023
by Marian McPherson Jul 5
MLS turns back on franchisors after settling commission case for $3M
Homesellers plan to use funds from MLS PIN, the largest multiple listing service in New England, to continue antitrust litigation against Anywhere, Keller Williams, RE/MAX and HomeServices
Newzip helps mortgage lenders connect borrowers to agents
Former Keller Williams Realty exec's startup enables virtually any mortgage lender to emulate programs offered by bigger rivals, such as Rocket Mortgage, loanDepot and Better
by Matt Carter Jun 22
Keller Williams and agent hit with class action telemarketing suit
Las Vegas resident Wayan Garvey filed a complaint calling out KW's allegedly 'relentless marketing practices' and accusing the franchisor and agent Britney Gaitan of violating federal law
by Andrea V. Brambila Jun 16
Keller Williams rolls out updates to Command tech platform
The new features will allow agents to automate more of their work and better manage their deals, according to an announcement Tuesday. The goal is to help agents amid a challenging market
by Jim Dalrymple II Jun 13
Oxygen loss may have led to crash that killed Keller Williams agent
Adina Azarian died Sunday when the small plane she was on crashed in Virginia. Investigators are now exploring the possibility that hypoxia impacted people on the Cessna 560 Citation V
by Jim Dalrymple II Jun 7
Keller Williams agent, daughter die after plane drifts into no-fly zone
The plane, which drew military intervention after it flew into restricted airspace, crashed Sunday, killing 4 people, including NYC-based agent Adina Azarian and her 2-year-old daughter, Aria
by Jim Dalrymple II Jun 5
Keller Williams' Laurie Reader: It's 'a full-blown, skill-based market'
Ahead of her appearance at Inman Connect Las Vegas, the CEO of Laurie Finkelstein Reader Real Estate shares why absorbing information and attending events is more crucial than ever in 2023
Keller Williams, eXp Realty, others sued over alleged discrimination
The new lawsuit claims that a host of big-name real estate companies, as well as various landlords, refused to accept Section 8 vouchers for lower-income renters
by Jim Dalrymple II Jun 1
KW Cares is 20! Its CEO reveals how leaders can mobilize agents to give
Alexia Rodriguez, CEO of KW Cares, Keller Williams' philanthropic arm, reflects on the nonprofit's 20th anniversary and why companies with employee hardship funds enjoy higher retention rates
by Marian McPherson May 31
Judge narrows in on trial date for bombshell commission lawsuit
If the parties don't settle, expect a lengthy trial for the Moehrl homesellers' case against NAR, Anywhere, Keller Williams, RE/MAX and HomeServices of America
by Andrea V. Brambila May 30
Bombshell commission suit 1 step closer to trial after appeal rejected
A federal appeals court on Wednesday denied a request from NAR, Anywhere, Keller Williams, RE/MAX and HomeServices of America to overturn class certification in the Moehrl lawsuit
by Andrea V. Brambila May 25
Court grants Gary Keller request to reject John Davis appeal
Davis's attempt to overturn a ruling sending the case to arbitration failed after a 3-judge panel granted a motion to dismiss filed by Keller, Keller Williams and former KW President Josh Team
by Andrea V. Brambila May 25
Keller Williams' global footprint soars as domestic sales slide 27%
Continued market volatility pushed KW's Q1 US and Canadian transaction sides down 27.1% annually; its KW Worldwide operations soared with double-digit growth, according to Q1 earnings
by Marian McPherson May 12
Keller Williams scoops up second Arizona-based indie of 2023
Twelve-year-old independent brokerage Tru Realty has joined Keller Williams, according to an announcement on Thursday. Tru Realty has generated $450.6 million in sales volume since 2021
by Marian McPherson May 5
REACH turns 10: Inside the NAR tech accelerator's success rate
Since the accelerator launched a decade ago, 80 companies have graduated from the program, an Intel analysis shows. More than 75% are still in business and about 20% have been acquired
Chris Heller: Brokerages and teams are playing chicken. Who will win?
The chief real estate officer at OJO also believes teams will continue to get bigger, and that new agents will be willing to trade money for opportunity
by Jim Dalrymple II Apr 28
Keller Williams scoops up high-performing Arizona indie
Chandler-based Infinity & Associates Real Estate did more than a quarter of a billion in volume in each of the last 2 years, according to Keller Williams
by Jim Dalrymple II Apr 27
Keller Williams, Rocket named best companies for diversity: Forbes
KW, Rocket and Anywhere all landed spots on Forbes' latest list of best employers for diversity. The news comes amid an ongoing push for greater diversity in real estate
by Jim Dalrymple II Apr 27
After years of hype, the all-in-one platform remains elusive
Inman's first-ever Intel technology survey suggests that industry members are more likely to assemble their own solutions rather than use a single, comprehensive technology platform
by Jim Dalrymple II Apr 26
Meet the boomerang agents returning to their old brokerages
As the battle for agent count stalls amid a slow market, firms such as Compass are seeing former agents, lured away by promises of better tech and more opportunities, come back into the fold
by Jim Dalrymple II Apr 25
Keller Williams Black Label sues SERHANT. over Philly expansion
Weeks after announcing a national expansion, Serhant and his partners are facing a $10M lawsuit and allegations of concocting a scheme to 'loot' a Pennsylvania brokerage in an effort to expand
by Lillian Dickerson Apr 21
Keller Williams launches first-ever franchise in India
Sahil Kapoor will lead the new office, which is based in Delhi. The expansion comes amid a significant international push for Keller Williams, according to the company
by Jim Dalrymple II Apr 18
Keller Williams, NextHome clinch 'Most Innovative Companies' list
Released Wednesday, Fortune's 'America's Most Innovative Companies' list features 4 real estate companies. California-based NextHome led the pack with a product innovation score of 257
by Marian McPherson Mar 31
'Stop arguing and start adjusting': Agents react to class-action ruling
From 'NAR is toast' to 'don't make any rash decisions,' real estate agents, executives and thought-leaders offered their thoughts on the explosive Moehrl class certification ruling Wednesday
by Andrea V. Brambila Mar 31
Bombshell multibillion-dollar commission suit now a class action
A judge on Wednesday granted class certification in a federal commission suit that could rock the real estate industry and impact how agents are compensated nationwide
by Andrea V. Brambila Mar 29