Howard Hanna’s president on building a one-stop shop

What’s the secret to Howard Hanna’s nationwide growth? Years of experience — plus a commitment to providing end-to-end transaction services. President Howard W. Hanna explains how the brokerage does it. Continue reading

DealHouse proves not all iBuyers are bent on disruption

DealHouse founder Chris Chiarenza waives buy-side commissions, gives listings back to referral agents, and wants agents and iBuyers to cohabitate. Continue reading

Zillow beats back one lawsuit, but can’t shake another

Zillow has beaten back an antitrust lawsuit regarding its Zestimates, but continues to fight another lawsuit stemming from its agent-lender co-marketing program. Continue reading

Don’t Hit the Snooze Button on Sleep Technology

Fitbits and Apple watches. Headbands that track sleep cycles. Devices designed to help you fall asleep faster; others that measure your blood oxygen levels through the night. The sleep tech business is exploding.  According to Global Market Insights, i… Continue reading

Can AgentPortal’s pro-agent, free model survive scale?

The altruistic and agent-minded social networking site was designed to give agents a “safe space” for industry collaboration, but that very effort could hamper adoption. It will offer a free CRM, websites and digital business cards — all free. Continue reading

Inman News quiz, March 6: Think you’re on top of the week’s stories?

The real estate industry threw some curveballs. Take Inman’s real estate news quiz to demonstrate how strong your talking points and cocktail banter are this week.
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Agents sue SetSchedule for spam phone calls, ‘unjust enrichment’

The suits exemplify patterns of behavior that other agents have alleged against SetSchedule, both in online forums and directly to Inman. Continue reading

Here’s a first look at the Waldorf Astoria’s new luxury condos

As the iconic Waldorf Astoria hotel moves forward with the conversion of 375 rooms into luxurious new condos, the property owner released the first photos of the units. Continue reading

Black Knight acquires Collateral Analytics

Michael Sklarz, CEO of Collateral, will lead the Collateral business line after the acquisition and will report to Ben Graboske, president of Black Knight. Continue reading