Want to halt the portal war? Standardize MLSs

At ICNY, proptech leaders Eileen Romito, Derek Hooper and Catharine MacIntosh explained how cumbersome MLS rules led to the rule of real estate portals, and what can be done to take the power back. Continue reading

Realtor.com CEO ‘loves’ heated competition with Homes.com

Realtor.com CEO Damian Eales addressed the traffic rivalry with Homes.com and why competition is good for agents and consumers. Continue reading

6 keys to building the team of your dreams in 2024

Team leaders Megan Romine, Ryan Butler and Elias Astuto discussed how enforcing standards, sharing responsibilities and staying engaged with your agents and community are key to creating a successful, long-lasting business. Continue reading

Could offices hold the key to America’s housing shortage?

Fifth Wall co-founder Brendan Wallace and VTS CEO Nick Romito discussed the bounce between office and remote work and transforming America’s empty offices into extra housing during ICNY. Continue reading

Blame ‘Ziltorfin’: CoStar CEO says competitors souring industry rep

During his latest ICNY appearance CoStar Group CEO Andy Florance chastised Zillow, Redfin and Realtor.com for prioritizing their bottom line to the detriment of buyers and listing agents. Continue reading

Closing gifts are no longer enough to win repeat clients

During Inman Connect New York, Client Giant founder Jay O’Brien explained his system for breaking out of a referral rut with an inventive client gifting strategy. Continue reading

Judge quashes REX retrial request in long-simmering feud with Zillow

Federal Judge Thomas S. Zilly declined REX’s motion for a retrial on Thursday. The company had been a years-long battle with Zillow over alleged antitrust activity regarding its IDX policies. Continue reading

Real estate coaches who preyed on Spanish speakers banned by FTC

The Federal Trade Commission has ordered Ganadores Real Estate to refund consumers after making false real estate coaching and mentoring promises. The group charged $28,000 per student and promised six-figure returns. Continue reading

Woman-led brokerage LUX Denver moves to ERA Real Estate

Boutique firm LUX Denver is now affiliated with ERA Real Estate. Broker-owner Emily Duke co-founded the company in 2014, which has a lifetime sales volume of more than $200 million. Continue reading

Shamed developer withdraws floor plans ‘honoring’ Tubman, Frank

Albuquerque-based homebuilder Abrazo Homes drew the ire of social media users over the weekend for their floor plans named after Harriet Tubman and Anne Frank. The builder has edited the descriptions to remove historical facts about the women’s lives. Continue reading