Redfin CEO says ‘change is good’ in blog about commissions

Two days before the implementation of new cooperative compensation rules, Redfin CEO Glenn Kelman explained what the changes will mean for consumers and the industry at-large. Continue reading

Highnote launches AI-powered buyer presentation system

In an exclusive interview with Inman, Highnote founder and CEO Mark Choey unveiled his company’s latest products aimed at helping agents “win buyers” in a post-settlement world. Continue reading

Former Ribbon team launches AI-fueled home transaction platform

The team that founded EasyKnock-acquired power buyer Ribbon has launched Indigo, an artificial intelligence-powered transaction management and home search platform. The platform is only available in Charlotte and is free to use until Oct. 1. Continue reading

‘Be a strategist, not a salesperson’ to win with today’s homesellers

Four leading Keller Williams owners share the key to creating a lead generation strategy that yields offers that homesellers can’t resist. Continue reading

KW’s Jason Abrams talks being ‘antifragile’ in the face of change

On the first day of Keller Williams’ annual Mega Agent Camp in Austin, franchise Head of Industry and Learning Jason Abrams talks commissions and how leaders must help agents thrive — and not just survive — through upcoming changes. Continue reading

Gary Keller’s advice for navigating recession, commission confusion

At Keller Williams’ annual Mega Agent Camp, franchise founder Gary Keller and several leaders shared how agents can navigate recession fears and commission confusion with clarity. Continue reading

Cooling rental market means more concessions for renters: Zillow

A 50-year high in multifamily building starts and completions has led to cooling rent growth and better leases for renters. In July, 33.2 percent of rentals on Zillow included concessions — a 23 percent increase from 2023. Continue reading

Falling rates pique buyers’ interest, but not their pocketbooks

A surprise drop in mortgage rates got homebuyers off the sidelines and into home tours. However, affordability and recessionary concerns have kept buyers from making purchases. Continue reading

Realtor.com revenue drops 2% as traffic, lead volume remain flat

Realtor.com parent company Move Inc. saw its fiscal Q4 revenue decrease 2 percent yearly to $143 million as traffic to the site stalls at 74 million average monthly unique visitors. Continue reading

Offerpad launches transaction oversight portal for agent partners

Dubbed Powered by Offerpad, the platform enables the iBuyers’s PRO and MAX agent partners to manage listings, get real-time transaction updates and directly communicate with Offerpad support staff. Continue reading