Commissions held steady after Aug. 17, Redfin study shows

Commissions have been slowly declining over the last decade, but since the NAR settlement terms went into effect this summer, buyer’s agent commissions have seen little impact. Continue reading

5 coaches on how to show your value to get the commission

There are several ways in which agents can prove just how much they’re worth — and why anyone would want to sign a buyer-broker agreement and pay their commission. Continue reading

Brad Inman: Real estate is tough in 2024. Focus on the upside instead

Inman founder Brad Inman kicked off the inaugural Inman Connect Miami on Tuesday with a heartfelt keynote on friendship, community and optimism amid real estate industry challenges. Continue reading

Hot themes for Vegas: Buyer representation and commissions

Don’t-miss sessions at Inman Connect Las Vegas this summer include those built around value propositions, commission negotiations and the evolution of buyer agency. Continue reading

We asked ChatGPT about agent value. Its answers may surprise you

ChatGPT answered questions about the value a real estate agent has and about how real estate commissions work. Do you agree with its answers? Continue reading

3 steps to earn your share of commissions in any market

Much of your income potential is totally controlled by the activities you choose to do every day, broker Joseph Santini writes, along with your willingness to adjust to the market. Continue reading

Redfin expands commission-based model in Southern California

Redfin’s new commission-based model, Redfin Next, is now available to agents in San Diego and Orange County. Agents will keep their W-2 status and benefits while getting commission splits of up to 75 percent. Continue reading

On the ground in LA: How a divisive ‘mansion tax’ altered real estate

The president of Nourmand & Associates briefed Intel on how a new L.A. tax on high-priced properties has jolted the local real estate industry. Continue reading

Nearly two-thirds of brokerage sites aren’t displaying commissions

Consumer Federation of America: Despite an NAR rule change, only Redfin displays buyer-agent compensation in virtually all of the major cities examined. Continue reading

RLTY Capital launches suite of agent Success Services

Agents who sign on can access legal structuring and advisory services, a network of industry thought leaders, accountants, wealth managers and a variety of courses — including some by “Sell It Like Serhant.” Continue reading