Auction site bids to attract buyers amid commission changes
'We offer a single-page, non-exclusive agency agreement with a flat $4,995 agency fee bonus if sellers provide compensation': Rock Smart Realty's RJ Timlin
by Craig C. Rowe Aug 8
How to leverage your first virtual assistant in real estate
Hiring a virtual assistant is about giving yourself leverage so that you have time to focus on income-generating activities and building relationships, coach Verl Workman writes
by Verl Workman Aug 8
Hanna fights back against homebuyer commission suit
Parent company of Howard Hanna Real Estate Services argues plaintiff agreed to a mediation clause and, as a buyer, doesn't have standing to sue under federal and state antitrust laws
Douglas Elliman sees revenue tick up in Q2 2024
The company's improved financial results no doubt came as a sigh of relief, as Elliman faced increasing pressure from shareholders because of its shaky performance in recent quarters
Zillow Group names Jeremy Wacksman as new CEO
After 5 years back at the helm, Zillow Group co-founder Rich Barton steps down as CEO. Former COO Jeremy Wacksman takes the reins as the company charges past 'Portal 1.0'
by Marian McPherson Aug 7
Matterport exec alleges she was fired for raising business concerns
Former sales executive Vinatha Kutagula filed a lawsuit in California alleging 'she was pushed out of the company because she raised concerns about illegal and unethical practices'
by Taylor Anderson Aug 7
Real Brokerage sees new highs in revenue, gross profit during Q2
The cloud-based brokerage saw surprisingly positive Q2 earnings results during a tough market. Chairman and CEO Tamir Poleg said the results were a testament to the firm's model
A piece of chocolate cake being removed from the whole
The Consumer Federation of America also tells consumers not to agree to pay an agent just to see a home, but to sign a touring agreement with no financial obligation instead
Redfin sees Q2 revenue rise, while losses remain nearly flat
The company's earnings report saw revenue climb 7% to $295.2M between April and June, but it also lost $27.9M — just a hair above its Q2 2023 loss
by Jim Dalrymple II Aug 6
Travelers spent $21.2B booking through Airbnb last quarter
The leading short-term rental platform told investors that its share of revenue grew by 11% to $2.75B in Q2. Travelers made 125.1M total bookings in 3 months
by Taylor Anderson Aug 6
NAR settlement still an enigma for some ahead of big Aug. 17 deadline
Last week, the brightest minds in real estate converged at Inman Connect to set agents, brokers and MLS members straight on the finer points of the new rules taking effect in less than 2 weeks
8 key ways our team is preparing for Aug. 17
Opinion
Team leader Carl Medford is being proactive and prepared as his team gears up for the changes that will follow the implementation of the National Association of Realtors' settlement agreement
by Carl Medford Aug 6
What's changed since NAR struck its deal: Client Pipeline Tracker
Declining mortgage rates may finally be bringing some buyers back to the table. But agents will need to see more before they change their skeptical outlook, Inman Intel Index results suggest
by Daniel Houston Aug 5
8 reasons top-producing agents despise going into the office
Opinion
Is your office the one everyone talks about for all the wrong reasons? Consultant Rachael Hite says your 'fun' office just might be the opposite
by Rachael Hite Aug 5
Communicate value! But how? A step-by-step buyer's presentation
Need help highlighting value in a buyer-broker presentation? Jimmy Burgess talks with Andrew Undem, who shares his '8 pillars of value' strategy for showcasing client benefits
by Jimmy Burgess Aug 4
Can Kevin Sears put NAR back on a firm footing? The Download
NAR President Kevin Sears sat down at ICLV with Clelia Warburg Peters to talk about the trade group's past and future, including a return to advocacy and transparency
by Christy Murdock Aug 3