Agents report falling commissions. But that's not their top concern
More agents say their clients are successfully negotiating lower commissions than they've traditionally earned, according to preliminary results from the latest Inman Intel Index survey
by Taylor Anderson Mar 31
MLSs scramble to assess and implement new NAR MLS policy
While some MLS executives praised the 'flexibility' offered by the delayed marketing category that will accompany NAR's Clear Cooperation Policy, its potential repercussions are still unclear
by Andrea V. Brambila Mar 31
Women, Wealth and Real Estate: How Shauna Skarin leads the way
Coach Melanie Klein profiles title industry executive Shauna Skarin and learns how she leveraged the power of real estate to create a space for herself in industry leadership
by Melanie Klein Mar 31
The 411 conversion model: A simple system to generate more referrals
Broker Nick Schlekeway offers a simple-to-implement strategy for capturing and converting leads while nurturing relationships
by Nick Schlekeway Mar 31
Women, Wealth and Real Estate: How Nelvia Bullock breaks barriers
Coach Melanie Klein profiles this Charlotte, North Carolina, Realtor who empowers herself and others through mentorship and professional collaboration
by Melanie Klein Mar 29
What's the fallout from NAR's Clear Cooperation switch? The Download
The National Association of Realtors weighed in with its tweak to the Clear Cooperation Policy. Is it too little, too much or just right?
by Christy Murdock Mar 29
Free videos for real estate agents land title company rep in hot water
California Best Title Company Inc. settles case alleging illegal inducements for $150K without admitting wrongdoing, but marketing representative loses license for 3 years
by Matt Carter Mar 28
Miltiadis Kastanis boomerangs to Compass to head new dev sales
Kastanis began his career at Compass and spent the last 7 years becoming a leading Florida agent for Elliman. He received an Ellie Award in 2025 as the firm's No. 4 agent in Florida by sales GCI
by Lillian Dickerson Mar 28
Fair housing suit against Elliman, agents dismissed with prejudice
Shaniqua Newkirk alleged that agents at the firm violated the Fair Housing Act in failing to help her find housing with her Section 8 voucher. Newkirk will not be allowed to bring claims forward again
by Lillian Dickerson Mar 28
The CCP illusion: NAR’s Jedi mind trick on a failing policy
Opinion
Compliance expert Summer Goralik examines the new watered-down version of Clear Cooperation announced this week along with what it means for agents and consumers
by Summer Goralik Mar 28
Compass Florida opens new office in Naples, welcomes Karen Stabile
Compass Florida is expanding its reach even further into SW Florida's luxury market with the opening of a brand new office in downtown Naples as it welcomes The Stabile Group
by Richelle Hammiel Mar 28
NAR's Clear Cooperation Policy tweak: 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 Mar 28
NAR announces 61 positions eliminated in overhaul
The cuts are all part of what NAR called a 'months-long strategy' to 'streamline' and 'reposition' around its new leadership team, as well as 'reallocate' the association's budget dollars
by Lillian Dickerson Mar 28
Women, Wealth and Real Estate: How Jessica Quinn found freedom
Coach Melanie Klein profiles former pastry chef Jessica Quinn, who found that real estate is a vehicle for financial empowerment and transformation
by Melanie Klein Mar 28
How to get more real estate listings with a 10-step process
A real estate agent's ability to turn one listing into multiple transactions is what helps good agents become great agents, Jimmy Burgess writes
by Jimmy Burgess Mar 28
Women's History Month: How Nancy Garcia gives back
Learn from this South Florida agent and philanthropist to feed others before you eat, survive shutdowns, navigate lockdowns and weather a financial crisis through community service
by Annette DeCicco Mar 28