Trending: Community Chats, TikTok photos and LinkedIn video
Instagram tests Community Chats, TikTok refines photo posts and LinkedIn adds native video. Digital marketing expert Jessi Healey breaks down what it means for agents and brands
by Jessi Healey Mar 14
A big week in M&A and the fate of Clear Cooperation: 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 14
Broker Spotlight: The Agency Port Townsend
Find out how this 4-broker leadership team combines their decades of experience with a philosophy that prioritizes personalized support and exceptional service
by Christy Murdock Mar 13
Portuguese real estate agent inks $100M in sales. The twist? It's a bot
A Christie's International Real Estate franchise in Portugal, Porta da Frente Christie's, has built an AI-fueled bot it's billing as the world's first AI real estate agent. What could possibly go wrong?
by Richelle Hammiel Mar 13
Compass negotiating to buy Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices
The deal is reportedly nearing the finish line, though the companies have not agreed on final terms
Social media 2025: The new rules of engagement
Tune in to Inman Access to learn more about developing authentic engagement on social media and recovering from past missteps
by Inman Mar 13
Kamini Lane: It couldn't 'be a worse time' to repeal Clear Cooperation
The Coldwell Banker Realty CEO wrote a 'Newsweek' op-ed about protecting Clear Cooperation, saying repeal would allow brokers to 'actively hide' listings amid a long-lasting housing shortage
by Marian McPherson Mar 13
Flourish Collective to break world record with 72-hour open house
Flourish Collective's event will attempt to break the Guinness World Record of a 68-hour open house while supporting a mission-driven cause that the firm has championed for over a decade
by Richelle Hammiel Mar 13
Brokerages that oppose CCP don't want transparency: Medford
Opinion
We need a fully transparent system that favors the consumer, not the broker, team leader Carl Medford writes, so that buyers and sellers can feel confident when transacting real estate
by Carl Medford Mar 13
RealScout launches exclusive listing platform for brokerages
RealScout's new solution allows brokerages to create a branded exclusive listing search platform. Homebuyers will get data-backed recommendations and email alerts on new listings
by Marian McPherson Mar 13
Fathom Realty lifts agent count by 21% — but posts $22M loss in 2024
Fathom CEO Marco Fregenal says revenue growth from My Home Group deal and smaller brokerage walkovers has company on track to achieve positive adjusted earnings in Q2 2025
by Matt Carter Mar 12
Clear Cooperation favors free markets: Bess Freedman
Opinion
Dismantling CCP entirely will negatively impact the industry, Brown Harris Stevens CEO Freedman writes. The industry needs to ‘step up and do what’s right for buyers, sellers and agents alike'
by Bess Freedman Mar 12
Srivatsaa steps down as Real president, opts for Board seat
The industry veteran recognized for his expertise in scaling brokerage operations was named to the position in December 2022. The job shift is slated to become official as of June 1
by Craig C. Rowe Mar 12
Robert Reffkin in Nashville
Compass CEO Robert Reffkin argued against Clear Cooperation Wednesday during an Inman on Tour session in Nashville while warning that 'data is the new oil' amid predictions of a national MLS
by Jim Dalrymple II Mar 12
Judge denies Crye-Leike claim that it’s covered by NAR settlement
The Memphis-based brokerage argued in court that it was made up of 6 distinct and separate companies that should be covered under the settlement by the National Association of Realtors
by Taylor Anderson Mar 12
Yes, it's still possible to bootstrap a real estate business: Pulse
We asked: Can a solo agent still start out with nothing and build an empire? Readers gave us a resounding 'YES!'
by Inman Mar 12