Broker alleges NAR rules 'forced' her to pay for inactive agents
In an updated antitrust complaint, a broker takes aim at NAR's 3-way agreement and other membership rules
by Andrea V. Brambila Jan 28
FCC pushes Telephone Consumer Protection Act update to 2026
The Federal Communications Commission is pushing the Telephone Consumer Protection Act's 1-to-1 consent requirement to next year, due to an appeals court ruling
by Marian McPherson Jan 28
People in a rooftop bar meeting place, building new relationships.
Third places, where people gather for face-to-face social interaction, offer opportunities for real estate agents in an increasingly fragmented and isolated society, team leader Carl Medford writes
by Carl Medford Jan 28
Catch up on all the big commission conversations from Inman Connect
The chaos surrounding commissions that characterized much of 2024 was still on the minds of the professionals packed into the New York Hilton Midtown last week. See the sessions you missed
We all need to care about the LGBTQ+ community
Like all Americans, LGBTQ+ people deserve the right to thrive — not just exist, broker and community advocate Jamie Zapata writes
by Jamie Zapata Jan 28
8 actionable ways to guide real estate clients with integrity
When clients know they can trust you, coach Darryl Davis writes, referrals flow, relationships deepen and reputations grow
by Darryl Davis Jan 28
Yes, there's still time to make 2025 your best year yet in real estate
There is business to do, and someone is going to have their best year ever, Jimmy Burgess writes. Why shouldn't it be you?
by Jimmy Burgess Jan 26
Catch up on the best of Inman Connect New York: The Download
ICYMI, here are the must-know insights and can't-miss controversies straight from the stage of Inman Connect New York
by Christy Murdock Jan 25
Agents need to push past fear when posting online
Industry leaders at Inman Connect New York argued that social media and online videos are essential tools for today's real estate agents to find their voices and share their stories
by Jim Dalrymple II Jan 24
Clear Cooperation, resignation, deportation: 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 Jessi Healey Jan 24
Shifting ground rules driving real estate brokerage consolidation
As the industry continues to evolve, smaller brokers are going to need to think about how to increase profitability, and that often requires scale, said BHGRE President Ginger Wilcox
by Matt Carter Jan 24
71% of real estate agents didn't close any deals last year
At Inman Connect New York, Redfin's Joe Rath broke down the views of active agents in the industry, who make up less than a third of all Realtors
by Andrea V. Brambila Jan 24
Elliman's Michael Liebowitz says the brand is all about 'expertise'
The new CEO and chairman made his debut on the ICNY stage on Friday, sharing big ideas for how the brand plans to be an industry disrupter while maintaining its reputation as a leader in luxury
by Lillian Dickerson Jan 24
Real estate lawyers take big stand against agent commission sharing
CRMLS General Counsel Ed Zorn and Leading Real Estate Companies of the World Chief Legal Officer Jessica Edgerton warned agents not to fall back on old practices, like sharing commissions
by Andrea V. Brambila Jan 24
RealForce gives marketing teams agency-level power: Tech Review
Essentially a digital advertising agency, it blends ad creation, network selection, budgeting, performance
by Craig C. Rowe Jan 24
Recruiting isn't always about who's the best, but who's the best fit
Recruiting and retaining agents is all about finding the people who are already the right fit for your culture and business model, brokers attending Connect NYC said Thursday
by Matt Carter Jan 23