3 reasons a downturn can actually be an opportunity

At Inman Connect Las Vegas, panelists Thad Wong, Josh Harley and Kamini Lane agreed opportunities for real estate pros will abound in a downturn: Just reach out and grab them. Continue reading

@properties CEO Thad Wong says he’s ‘looking forward to a downturn’

Ahead of Inman Connect Las Vegas, the leader of the Chicago-based brokerage said he’s better positioned than Redfin and Compass to grow into a changing market. Continue reading

Do layoffs at Compass and Redfin signal a looming real estate purge?

The ranks of the real estate industry have swelled over the past decade. Some experts who spoke to Inman believe a trend in the opposite direction may be picking up speed. Continue reading

Brokerages that fail to evolve may get cut out of loop, top leaders warn

Realogy Expansion Brands CEO Sherry Chris and Compass U.S. Region President Neda Navab said the brokerage of the future is one that prioritizes innovation and embracing change. Continue reading

@properties expands franchise operations to Washington, D.C.

RLAH Real Estate will become the latest in a growing number of @properties franchises. The company will also be the first @properties franchise on the East Coast. Continue reading

The luxury market in 2021: sky-high prices, scandals and acquisitions

The luxury housing market had a strong year in 2021 as high-net-worth individuals continued to buy and sell homes at a quick pace. The market saw big acquisitions, eye-popping deals and exciting new trends. Continue reading

@properties to acquire Christie’s International Real Estate

The long-term brand license agreement is expected to close on Dec. 1 and will position Christie’s for “accelerated growth under the leadership of an industry expert,” Inman can exclusively report. Continue reading

@properties CEO on the ups and downs of being an indie brokerage

“Cards get stacked against indies,” said Thad Wong, @properties co-founder and CEO, during Connect Now when discussing the challenges of being an independent brokerage. But he also explained why he wouldn’t have it any other way. Continue reading

@Properties CEO on franchise biz: We’re coming for the big markets

In an interview ahead of Inman Connect Las Vegas, Thad Wong said blockchain will become part of the real estate transaction, and franchising will help smaller players survive. Continue reading

@properties hires former Christie’s exec to build franchise business

Natalie Hamrick spent nearly nine years at Christie’s International Real Estate. She’ll now help @properties grow its franchise operations. Continue reading