Real estate influencers allegedly scammed investors out of millions

A Florida-based couple running a real estate coaching and investment company is operating a scam that’s defrauding rookie investors, according to a handful of lawsuits filed in federal court. Continue reading

How to break down the success pillar of personal development

The best agents are constantly steeped in development and education, broker Nick Schlekeway writes, developing their skills personally so that they can achieve and succeed at the highest levels of real estate. Continue reading

An economist’s take on housing prices, affordability, opportunity

Windermere Chief Economist Matthew Gardner looks at the latest numbers and the markets that still offer affordable options. Continue reading

Miami luxury agent sentenced to 3.5 years in prison for PPP fraud

Daniela Rendon was sentenced on Thursday after having misused hundreds of thousands of dollars in pandemic relief funds for her own personal luxury purchases, claiming that at the time “everybody” was doing it, according to reports. Continue reading

Take Inman’s first-ever bombshell commission lawsuit survey here

A pair of explosive lawsuits could upend how brokers do business. As those suits come closer to trial, tell us how you feel about those cases and how prepared the industry is for the repercussions. Continue reading

4 ways the agent/mortgage broker relationship benefits homebuyers

When it comes to finding a house to call home and securing a mortgage, the overwhelming number of options, lack of communication and never-ending paperwork can leave even the most experienced agents frustrated and homebuyers feeling discouraged.  Continue reading