RE/MAX becomes 3rd major firm to distance itself from NAR

In announcing the details of its settlement in the bombshell commission suits, the franchisor said that agents and brokerages would “have the freedom to set and/or negotiate commissions as they see fit.” Continue reading

Anywhere’s chief product officer: ‘Hallucinations’ are holding back AI

Should agents, brokers and clients put their faith in artificial intelligence right now? Until accuracy is improved, the answer is a resounding “no,” Anywhere Chief Product Officer Tony Kueh told Intel. Continue reading

Ginger Wilcox isn’t interested in stepping into Sherry Chris’ shoes

With 30 years of experience at some of the world’s most recognizable brands, the newly-minted Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate president spoke to Inman about settling into her new role. Continue reading

Coldwell Banker’s Kate Rossi to lead new Anywhere agent program

Anywhere’s Agent Engagement team will help Anywhere affiliated broker-owners and agents supercharge their businesses with personalized coaching and mentorship, the company said. Continue reading

Sherry Chris, a real estate icon in ‘Pantone Pink,’ broke the mold

Over her decades-long career in real estate, Sherry Chris was the rare executive who was smart, intuitive and always fun, Brad Inman writes. “Even in retirement, she will only be a call away.” Continue reading

Keller Williams, NextHome clinch ‘Most Innovative Companies’ list

Released Wednesday, Fortune’s “America’s Most Innovative Companies” list features four real estate companies. California-based NextHome led the pack with a product innovation score of 257. Continue reading

Sherry Chris and Amory Wooden on how tech and culture ‘fuel’ ERA

As ERA Real Estate’s Fuel conference unfolds this week, Chris and Wooden, the brokerage’s CEO and CMO, revealed how they navigate a slow market and the technology they routinely deploy. Continue reading

Anywhere, JLL hold onto ‘World’s Most Ethical Companies’ honors

Business ethics firm Ethisphere released its 2023 rankings on Tuesday, which honored four real estate brands including Anywhere, CBRE Group, JLL and Thailand-based DTGO. Continue reading

Anywhere profitability dips in Q4 as executives brace for disruptive 2023

Revenue declined 33 percent in the fourth quarter of 2022 — and 13 percent year over year — as the franchisor dealt with double-digit declines in transaction and unit volume across every business segment. Continue reading

Anywhere’s Sherry Chris: How to create lasting success in hard times

Ahead of her latest Inman Connect New York appearance, streaming on Jan. 25, Anywhere Expansion Brands CEO Chris shares what the latest string of layoffs means for the industry. Continue reading