Judge balks at ‘unusual’ MLS settlement in commission case

Judge Patti Saris, of the U.S. District Court in Massachusetts, said she “loved” the commission rule changes the deal includes, but didn’t think the litigation fund was fair for plaintiffs. Continue reading

The 2 main paths to brokerage growth in a down market

Every broker wants to recruit top agents. But what works when transactions are scarce? Two real estate professionals shared their thoughts Wednesday at Inman Connect Las Vegas. Continue reading

How to ‘attract’ agents instead of ‘recruiting’ them

The key to success in attracting and retaining good agents lies in large part on a broker’s mindset, speakers said Wednesday at Inman Connect Las Vegas. And adopting a “we” instead of a “me” attitude. Continue reading

Give ‘incredible insights’: Industry pros should be armed with data

At a time when demand for loans has shriveled, Polygon Research CEO Val Buresch argued at Inman Connect Las Vegas on Wednesday that open communication will help people take action. Continue reading

Side’s Guy Gal: Boutiques are primed to thrive in any market

At Inman Connect Las Vegas on Wednesday, Guy Gal outlined the three major reasons he sees boutique agencies as uniquely positioned for success in all kinds of markets. Continue reading

Jon Cheplak doles out tough love to brokers on agent attrition

“Stop interviewing,” Cheplak urged. “You need to interrogate.” The real estate coach and leadership expert shared advice Wednesday at Inman Connect Las Vegas. Continue reading

‘Run for the fire’ Liz Gehringer shares advice for a downturn

“This is not a time to stabilize. If you stabilize in a market like now you’re going to fall behind. You have to grow,” Redfin’s Jason Aleem said at Inman Connect Las Vegas Wednesday. Continue reading

Even amid high rates, buyers have more options than they realize

Loan officers and assistance programs are just 2 ways to close the knowledge gap, Zillow Senior Economist Orphe Divounguy and Rocket President Tim Birkmeier said Wednesday at Connect. Continue reading

Mentorship, support, guidance: What agents really want today

Deep into the nitty-gritty of what it’s like to be a brokerage in this market, at CEO Connect – George Canciobello, Kymber Menkiti and moderator Clelia Peters talked what it takes to keep talent happy today. Continue reading

Mike DelPrete: Disruptive brokerage models gaining traction

The CEO tract at Inman Connect Las Vegas on Tuesday wrapped with proptech adviser and strategist Mike DelPrete telling an audience of his peers that legacy brokerages are facing an “innovator’s dilemma.” Continue reading