Ending Clear Cooperation is a win for big brokers — and no one else

According to Redfin CEO Glenn Kelman, big brokerages have a vested interest in getting rid of Clear Cooperation, even at the expense of agents and consumers. Continue reading

Isaac Lustgarten leaves Official for The Corcoran Group

The luxury broker is the latest to leave embattled Official in the wake of multiple lawsuits alleging the Alexanders committed rape and sexual assault. Lustgarten has closed more than $250 million in career sales. Continue reading

Clint Eastwood’s former Carmel-by-the-Sea estate sells for $18.55M

Actor, director and producer Clint Eastwood’s former Carmel-by-the-Sea estate has sold for $18.55 million. The “Dirty Harry” actor lived in the home while serving as the city’s mayor in the 1980s. Continue reading

A fixture of Texas Realtor groups narrows in on ethics in real estate

Broker Romeo Manzanilla spoke to Inman ahead of his appearance at Connect Austin on Oct. 9 about raising professionalism in the real estate industry in the wake of NAR settlement changes. Continue reading

What brokers and agents say about real estate’s premier event

What makes Inman Connect New York so special? Attendees say it’s the powerful insights, career-shaping connections, and unforgettable experiences. Hear directly from those who’ve attended and discover why this event is a must for anyone serious about s… Continue reading

In wake of commission suits, agents need a new title

Reinforcing the fiduciary-level nature of our work as real estate agents has never been more important, Darryl Davis writes. We can start by ditching the outdated title of “Salesperson,” which does not adequately express our professional purpose. Continue reading

Reffkin: Restrictive NAR and MLS rules eliminate seller choice

Compass founder and CEO Robert Reffkin writes that Clear Cooperation and mandatory disclosures undermine seller choice and put them at risk of the unintended consequences of a mass exposure of property details. Continue reading

5 ways to create strong boundaries and transform your business

Are you finding it increasingly difficult to protect your time and energy in your real estate business? Coaches Melanie Klein and Emily Bossert write that boundaries are the foundation for thriving. Continue reading

How to choose the right broker for you: Facts for every new agent

Ready to begin your career? Trainer Bernice Ross writes that your choice of brokerage is an important one, so here’s how to make the right decision. Continue reading

Will agents actually call you back?

What happens if the listing agent won’t return your phone calls? Compliance expert Summer Goralik has the answers you need. Don’t let another agent’s unresponsiveness stand in your way. Continue reading