Realtor.com CEO: ‘Zillow took that crown off us — and I want it back’

During Inman Connect on Tuesday, Damian Eales, Realtor.com’s newly installed CEO, revealed the marching orders he’s received from Rupert Murdoch as he aim to scale the top of the portal game. Continue reading

Sue Yannaccone: Real estate is at the middle of multiple crossroads

Sue Yannaccone, the president and CEO of Anywhere Brands, also argued at Inman Connect Las Vegas that her company is well-positioned to thrive as the housing industry evolves. Continue reading

ICE’s Black Knight acquisition nears resolution of antitrust issues

“Significant progress” in Federal Trade Commission negotiations have been reported since Black Knight’s Empower loan origination system and Optimal Blue division were cut from the deal. Continue reading

Plunk unveils Plunk Pro for up-to-the-minute housing market data

Plunk Pro offers investors, advisors and analysts access to real-time information on the housing market, the AI-powered home valuation and analytics company announced Tuesday. Continue reading

Share your Inman experience. It’s an investment in your business

Sharing your Inman experience, or any real estate conference for that matter, on social media is actually a smart move, agent, host and comedian Karen Stone writes. Continue reading

The ultimate guide to Inman Connect Las Vegas 2023

So you’ve decided to join us at Inman Connect Las Vegas. Bravo! Here’s a day-by-day breakdown of the conference along with some tidbits to get the most out of your week in Sin City. Continue reading

3 luxury agents share their climbs into higher price points

“Belong to the private clubs, golf at the best golf clubs,” Jean Merkelbach, of Engel & Völkers said at Inman Luxury Connect. “Be where they are so they recognize you.” Continue reading

Compass drives down losses, lifts agent count amid Q2 revenue slide

Compass’ 2Q revenue dropped 26 percent year over year to $1.5 billion, according to an earnings call Monday. Despite lower revenue, the brokerage reached free cash flow positivity and slimmed net losses. Continue reading

With off-market listings, sellers rarely know best, luxury agents say

Luxury real estate agents discuss the nuances of balancing sellers’ wants and needs against MLS rules and ethical standards as it relates to off-market listings Monday at Inman Luxury Connect in Las Vegas. Continue reading