Anywhere expects preservation of brand 'independence' after Compass merger
Anywhere Real Estate's Q3 earnings call was short and sweet — focusing on high-level performance indicators and reassuring Anywhere-affiliated agents of their future under Compass
by Marian McPherson Nov 4
Share of first-time homebuyers falls to lowest point ever
Homebuyers and homesellers are also older, with the median age of first-time buyers rising to 40, according to a new report on homebuyers and sellers from the National Association of Realtors
by Taylor Anderson Nov 4
Russ Cofano and NAR building in Chicago
Opinion
The trade group's control over membership, access and pricing exacerbates risk for members and the clients they serve each day
by Russ Cofano Nov 4
Choose the right brokerage
Your brokerage sets the tone for your business, Jessica Souza writes. Here’s how to find the one that aligns with your goals, your culture and your long-term vision
by Jessica Souza Nov 3
Zillow calls Chicago's Private Listing Network a 'hidden listing scheme'
Zillow delayed the rollout of its ban on publicly marketed private listings in the nation’s 3rd largest market, but the portal appears ready to crack down on the widely used Private Listing Network
by Taylor Anderson Nov 3
It's 'difficult' for buyers 'to negotiate lower commission rates,' watchdog says
The Consumer Policy Center says that buyer's agents have learned to hedge against the newfound ability of buyers and sellers to negotiate rates
by Taylor Anderson Nov 3
New client leads, murky waters: October's mixed bag for real estate
Agents in October were less certain about the year ahead, even as they reported modest gains in their potential client pools. What gives? Intel combs through the results from its latest survey
by Daniel Houston Nov 3
Compass provides long-awaited clarity on the Anywhere merger
This week on The Download, Robert Reffkin answered many of the most-asked questions around the Compass-Anywhere merger in an Inman Exclusive
by Christy Murdock Nov 3
Want AI to recommend you in online search? Do these 7 things
SEO isn't dead, but generative engine optimization is changing the rules of engagement
by Jimmy Burgess Nov 2
Compass targets Zillow's warnings to agents in new brief
In a new brief filed as part of the case against Zillow, Compass criticized the portal's alleged powers of 'intimidation' and claimed it was trying to serve as a regulatory agency
by Lillian Dickerson Oct 31
RE/MAX CEO: Consolidation 'could help accelerate our strategy'
Erik Carlson said the company's franchisees are 'seeing a lot more inbound activity here,' which may, in part, be in response to the recently announced acquisition of Anywhere by Compass
by Lillian Dickerson Oct 31
Redfin vs. Compass vs. Zillow: Inman's Top 5 stories of the week
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 Oct 31
pros and cons of AI for real estate
'The reason that we are so obsessed with this technology is because it helps us with every single aspect of our business,' Rocket CEO Varun Krishna says in detailing how AI will power growth
by Matt Carter Oct 30
zillow private listing ban
CEO Jeremy Wacksman told Inman the portal is focused on 'ourselves and what we can control.' Zillow also said Thursday that 80% of home transactions involve one of its products
by Taylor Anderson Oct 30
How boutique brokerages can outpace big-box brands with value-added systems and programs
The most effective value-add programs go beyond marketing buzzwords, Rainy Hake Austin writes, to authentic service, tailored expertise and a clear understanding of client needs
by Rainy Hake Austin Oct 30
Redfin hits back at Compass, notches victory in Zillow case
Attorneys for Redfin called Compass' request for documents related to its stalled private listings ban amounted to a 'fishing expedition.' A judge later denied Compass' request
by Taylor Anderson Oct 30