Share of LGBTQ buyers and sellers hasn’t grown since 2015: NAR

The share of LGBTQ homebuyers and sellers has remained at 4 percent since 2015, according to NAR. Lower household incomes and less access to affordable housing are two of the largest barriers. Continue reading

Pacaso launches grant equity referral program

Real estate agents, Pacaso employees and homeowners will receive 500 restricted stock units for every closed referral. Program members can cash in on their RSUs once Pacaso goes public or is sold. Continue reading

Compass shows up in Missouri with offices in Kansas City, St. Louis

Compass has launched its first markets in Missouri with 40 agents across Kansas City and St. Louis. This is Compass’ eighth new market since its IPO. Continue reading

Compass attempts to recruit owner of large Beverly Hills brokerage

A Beverly Hills-based Compass recruiter attempted to recruit Normand & Associates President Michael Nourmand as an agent. Continue reading

Insight Partners, Stone Point finalize CoreLogic acquisition

Stone Point Capital and Insight Partners completed their acquisition of CoreLogic for $5.9 billion Friday. The company received offers from several other firms including CoStar Group. Continue reading

Connecting with Ryan Schneider: Flexibility is the key to success

Ahead of his session at Inman Connect, Realogy CEO Ryan Schneider shares what consumer trends will endure after the pandemic and how flexibility is key to providing excellent service during a shift. Continue reading

RE/MAX makes largest franchise acquisition in company history

RE/MAX has acquired RE/MAX Integra, its largest independently-owned region in North America. The announcement comes alongside news that Chief Customer Officer Nick Bailey is being promoted to president. Continue reading

DC appeals court reinstates nationwide eviction ban

The ruling extends protections for tenants until June 30, when the Center for Disease Control and Prevention’s national moratorium is set to expire. Continue reading

The Inman Handbook on existing-home sales

Three leading economists share what existing-home sales reveal about the market and how to properly use statistics to make client decisions. Continue reading

SoftBank-backed construction startup shutters US operations

Following a final $200 million investment from SoftBank, Katerra is closing after years of financial mismanagement and rising construction costs. Continue reading