Inman’s reader survey: Your chance to help shape real estate’s future

As a thank-you, you’ll be entered into a raffle for a chance to win one of five in-person tickets to Inman Connect New York or Inman Connect San Diego in 2025. Continue reading

NAR settlement appeals add up as law professor signals new objection

University at Buffalo contracts law professor Tanya Monestier on Monday informed Judge Stephen Bough she would follow in the footsteps of fellow objectors who have appealed the Nov. 26 ruling. Continue reading

New appeal takes on settlement approvals of Compass, others

James Mullis has appealed the final approval of settlements totaling $110 million — a move that suggests the battle over how agents practice and get paid is far from over. Continue reading

Opendoor campaign challenges winter homeselling myth

For years, homeowners have hesitated to list their homes at the end of the year, believing that it’s an inconvenient time. “Confessions” aims to reassure sellers that Opendoor’s platform provides a reliable solution year-round, ensuring that sellers ca… Continue reading

Land id rolls out Land id Pro with real estate professionals in mind

The company is reshuffling its product line in a bid to distinguish between tools that can assist with research on listings and larger-scale efforts that depend on Land id’s mapping technology. Continue reading

Lundy rolls out AI-driven Navigator tool to 57,000 First MLS members

First Multiple Listing Service, Georgia’s largest MLS, has partnered with the maker of a voice-enabled home search platform to offer rapid, accurate assistance for everyday business tasks. Continue reading

Can you hear me now? 5 strategies for nailing listening appointments

The National Association of Realtors’ commission settlement has been finalized, Carl Medford writes, so it’s more important than ever to listen carefully to homesellers’ concerns and questions. Continue reading

Judge lays out reasoning for NAR settlement approval

Judge Stephen R. Bough overruled all objections to the National Association of Realtors and HomeServices deals and awarded attorneys one-third of the settlement amounts as requested. Continue reading

Fortify your digital fortress with solid password management

Robust password management practices, such as using unique, complex passwords, enabling multi-factor authentication, and utilizing password managers, can protect sensitive client information and safeguard online businesses, cybersecurity expert Robert … Continue reading

3 housing market myths that persist post-election

Worried about the election’s impact on interest rates and the housing market? Don’t be. According to Lindsey Harn, the same fundamentals that drive the market at other times are in operation during election years. Continue reading