CoStar eyes ‘ambitious’ investment in residential following banner Q1

The commercial behemoth is ramping up spending by as much as $220 million, with “well over” 1,000 people overhauling its residential websites, CoStar CEO Andy Florance said during an earnings call Friday. Continue reading

No, really, he’s a keeper: Florida real estate listing includes ex-husband

Investors Gone Wild Realty broker Crystal Ball is advertising her “wonderfully rehabbed ex-husband up for grabs as tenant” at the home she’s listing at 3819 Quail St. in Panama City, Florida. Continue reading

Kindness, trust and collaboration: Sherry Chris on ERA as it turns 50

Realogy Expansion Brands CEO Sherry Chris reflects on ERA Real Estate’s anniversary and shares the three keys to creating a brand that thrives. Continue reading

Keller Williams debuts new diversity education program

A new educational program will give Keller Williams’ agents a diversity certification to help work with a more diverse pool of clients. Continue reading

Mortgage is an emerging battleground in real estate: Mike DelPrete

Recent growth and contraction in the mortgage, iBuyer and Power Buyer space have resulted in a reshuffling of the largest businesses aiming to disrupt the industry. Mike DelPrete analyzes the players and the strategies they’re using to create change. Continue reading

9 pieces of content from 1 listing: Ryan Serhant is ready to teach you how

Find out how Ryan Serhant and his team create video magic that drives engagement, sells homes and sets him up for success. Continue reading

MLS ‘visionary’ John Mosey to retire after 47 years

NorthstarMLS will search nationwide for CEO replacement. “If there was a Mount Rushmore of MLS execs, John’s head would be among them,” said Art Carter, CEO of the California Regional MLS. Continue reading

Josh Albertson, who shepherded growth as Inman CEO, bids farewell 

In a Linkedin post on Friday, Albertson, who navigated the pandemic’s effect on editorial coverage and live events, struck an optimistic note while passing the torch to new CEO Emily Paquette. Continue reading

Former Inman New Kid, Courted.io, nets $6M funding round

The app’s purpose is for agents to empower each other through direct marketing of listings, recruiting, community building and referral networking. Continue reading