Why collaboration and cooperation are the future of real estate
In today’s more challenging market, agents are banding together to stay competitive. Mike Bruce of Denver Metro Association of Realtors offers strategies for working together more effectively
by Mike Bruce Jul 24
NAR notches a legal win after judge tosses '3-way agreement' lawsuit
The judgment is good news for NAR, which is facing legal challenges in various states across the country over similar allegations that take issue with the 3-way agreement
by Lillian Dickerson Jul 23
Stop calling this a buyer’s market. We're not there yet
Troy Palmquist talks with Jordan Levine, SVP and chief economist at California Association of Realtors, to answer the question, ‘Are we really in a buyer’s market?’
by Troy Palmquist Jul 22
Take the Inman Intel Index survey for July
Opinion
Each month, hundreds of real estate agents, brokers, executives and investors report on what they're seeing in their corner of the industry. Add your insights. Take the survey
by Daniel Houston Jul 22
Zillow slams Compass' 'hidden listing scheme' in new court filing
The portal giant pushed back against arguments Compass had made in its complaint alleging antitrust activity and more, and asked the court to deny a request for a preliminary injunction that would prevent enforcement of Zillow's new listing standards
by Lillian Dickerson Jul 17
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A US District judge has dismissed James Lutz's antitrust complaint against HomeServices of America and Douglas Elliman. Lutz has 21 days to file an amended complaint for 3 of his 4 claims
by Marian McPherson Jul 16
NAR defeats discount brokerage Homie in antitrust lawsuit
The court determined that Homie's claims were no longer timely, that it failed to make a case for antitrust injury and it did not provide enough evidence to prove wrongful interference
by Lillian Dickerson Jul 16
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NAR has released its Market Statistics Dashboard, a tool that tracks housing and economic trends and provides forward-looking analyses for home sales and pricing activity
by Marian McPherson 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
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
Competing philosophies, exclusive listings and the consumer trust tipping point
Opinion
Chris Kelly, president and CEO of HomeServices of America, asks whether decisions being made today are strengthening or weakening real estate pros' role in the homeownership journey
by Chris Kelly Jul 10
Dwiggins: Zillow understands the consumer better than NAR
In Part 2 of our deep dive convo with James Dwiggins, co-CEO of franchisor NextHome, he accuses Robert Reffkin of 'posturing' to pressure MLSs to change rules around private listings
by Andrea V. Brambila Jul 10
American Real Estate Association partners with RLTYco
RLTYco CEO Briggs Elwell will join the association's board, and agents who subscribe to RLTYco will also have access to AREA membership through the company's suite of services, Inman learned
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
Difference between Realtor and real estate agent
Opinion
It’s essential for consumers (and agents) to know who’s representing their interests
by Doreen Spagnuolo Jul 9
Hive MLS hires RentSpree to assist members
Hive MLS CEO Daniel Jones said RentSpree’s "integration helps our members move faster, work smarter, and better serve their clients in the growing rental space"
by Craig C. Rowe Jul 8