Mark McLaughlin: Client trust is all that matters — all else is ‘noise’

Compass’ chief real estate strategist is speaking this week at the brokerage’s annual RETREAT on “The Future of the Industry and Client Representation.” In a recent conversation with Inman, he shared insights and predictions. Continue reading

Confused about your commission? Your client will be too: LeBarton

The industry is still unpacking the Sitzer | Burnett verdict and its impact on commissions, Inman Director of Research Chris LeBarton told Intel. After that, expect even more queries from clients. Continue reading

True crime meets luxury real estate in gripping ‘Crime Estate’ podcast

Dallas real estate agents Heather Guild and Elena Richey bonded with their non-agent friend, Melanie Stout, over a shared interest in true crime and real estate, which is how the “Crime Estate” podcast was born. Continue reading

David Marine on AI, storytelling and being ‘dunked’ by Shaq at Gen Blue

The Coldwell Banker CMO sat down with Inman to discuss some of the highlights from the real estate company’s Gen Blue event this year, which included a highly unscripted interview with NBA giant Shaquille O’Neal. Continue reading

Chris LeBarton: How the Inman Intel Index changes the game

Inman Director of Research Chris LeBarton is tracking industry sentiment at a major inflection point. He shared what he’s learned from results of the inaugural Intel survey — and what’s to come. Continue reading

Andy Florance: Bombshell lawsuits will upend Zillow’s business model

CoStar CEO Andy Florance dished with Intel about the commission lawsuits, nemesis Zillow and NAR as Homes.com nabbed 100 million unique visitors for the first time ever in September. Continue reading

The ‘lock-in effect’ is real. Lean into it to generate more leads

Author and trainer Bernice Ross talks to distressed property expert Rick Sharga about the interest rate lock-in effect, how it’s impacting current buyers and sellers, and where the market is headed next. Continue reading

Alex Vidal shares his journey from secretary to ERA brand president

No one can predict the future of real estate, but you can prepare. Find out what to prepare for and pick up the tools you’ll need at the immersive Virtual Inman Connect online Nov. 1-2, 2023. And don’t miss Inman Connect New York on Jan. 23-25, 2024, w… Continue reading

Egypt Sherrod would have been a serial entrepreneur in another life

The real estate broker, investor, HGTV star and Inman Influencer shared her thoughts on a wide range of topics, from real estate to personal hobbies and more. Here’s what she revealed to Inman. Continue reading

How a construction niche produced 1 of the top luxury agents in the US

The former No. 1 Engel & Völkers Americas agent tells Inman how real estate professionals can build top businesses by targeting a niche. Continue reading