Indie brokerages lead the way in 2022 NYC agent growth: Report

In the midst of one of the most confusing markets in recent history, New York City’s independent brokerages led the way in agent count growth and retention — two metrics at the top of most leaders’ minds as we inch closer to entering a mild recession. Continue reading

Glenn Kelman calls millennials ‘the roommate generation’

For years, real estate professionals have looked to millennials to push the housing market forward as previous generations slow their homebuying and homeselling activities. However, several obstacles — overwhelming student loan debt, stagnant wage grow… Continue reading

This is the year when ‘agents have to go deep’: BHGRE’s Barry Jenkins

Barry Jenkins, Better Homes and Gardens Native American Group chief marketing officer, sat down with Inman ahead of his appearance at Inman Connect New York. Continue reading

Keller Williams’ goal for 2023? ‘Someone has to sell a damn house’

Keller Williams President Marc King told Inman he was confident in the brokerage’s path to success in 2023 despite a few bumps on the road to becoming the “Disneyland” of real estate. Continue reading

Agents baffled by confusing new Facebook property listing policy

Facebook parent company Meta announced on Dec. 29 that users will no longer be able to share listings on Facebook Marketplace with their business profile, a change that drew agent ire. Continue reading

‘Health is wealth:’ Glenn Sanford’s health journey and eXp’s future

In October, the eXp World Holdings founder and CEO’s health journey took center stage at EXPCON. Three months later, Sanford shares updates on how health is a cornerstone of his brokerage’s strategy. Continue reading

Luxury housing market plunges to new low as priciest inventory rises

Stock market declines and recession concerns stopped the luxury market in its tracks in Q3, with home sales in the top percentile of the market declining 38 percent year over year, according to Redfin. Continue reading

Eklund-Gomes renews 5-year contract with Douglas Elliman

While several other high-powered teams have left Douglas Elliman this year, Fredrik Eklund, John Gomes and Julia Spillman have decided to stay with the New York City-based firm for another five years. The group’s 90 agents have completed $4 billion in … Continue reading

To tip or not to tip: How to thank your real estate ecosystem this year

As the year reaches its end, now is the perfect time to give an extra token of thanks to the stager who helped you spruce up a bland listing, the photog that literally put your business in its best light with amazing pictures or the ever-reliable handy… Continue reading

Tis’ better to give: 12 real estate-related causes to support this year

As the final Christmas countdown commences, it’s easy to get wrapped up in the pressure of finding the perfect gift, getting your home ready for visitors and closing up the final deals of the year while feeling like you’re running on E. In the midst of… Continue reading