Brad Inman: Real estate is tough in 2024. Focus on the upside instead

Inman founder Brad Inman kicked off the inaugural Inman Connect Miami on Tuesday with a heartfelt keynote on friendship, community and optimism amid real estate industry challenges. Continue reading

Home on private island in Palm Beach sells for record $150M

The sale marks a new record for lakefront properties in Palm Beach. Developer Todd Michael Glaser renovated and expanded the estate, at one point marketing it for more than $200 million. Continue reading

NextHome CEO on the ‘stupidest’ part of the commission settlement

James Dwiggins spoke at the inaugural Inman Connect Miami on Tuesday, arguing that clinging to the current status quo when it comes to commissions is a recipe for disaster. Continue reading

More than three quarters of Americans are experiencing a cost of living creep 

Lately there’s been a lot of talk about the economy being in better shape as experts point to common economic indicators like a low unemployment rate and more moderate inflation. Yet, many Americans don’t seem to share that same positive outlook as they face a high cost of living, propped up by sustained, elevated interest […] Continue reading

Is now the time to become a flat-fee or limited-service broker?

With commissions up in the air, Clever’s Luke Babich writes that it may be time for some agents to explore alternative compensation models that can provide more consistent and reliable income. Continue reading

Hot themes for Vegas: Buyer representation and commissions

Don’t-miss sessions at Inman Connect Las Vegas this summer include those built around value propositions, commission negotiations and the evolution of buyer agency. Continue reading

3 indie real estate brokerages that are breaking the mold

Pushing boundaries and changing the status quo, these three independent brokerages offer ideas for moving your own business forward. Continue reading

Why buyer representation should matter so much to sellers

Managing broker and new Inman contributor Cassie Walker Johnson writes that in the evolving real estate market, investing in buyer agent compensation is a wise decision that benefits everyone involved. Continue reading

It’s not business. It’s personal

For multistate CEO and new Inman contributor Troy Reierson, doing business is about more than numbers. It’s about a service-oriented approach that changes lives. Continue reading