First American CEO accused of choking barefoot cruise passenger

Kenneth DeGiorgio now faces a criminal assault charge following an incident aboard the Virgin Voyages Resilient Lady cruise ship, according to an FBI criminal complaint. Continue reading

Private listings offer no clear advantage for sellers: Bright MLS

As the debate over Clear Cooperation has hit a peak in recent weeks, the new study suggests that seller flexibility may not mean much when it comes to looking at hard numbers from MLS transactions in the last year. Continue reading

Transitions, eliminated positions, acquisitions: Inman’s Top 5

Looking for a quick catch-up on the buzziest stories of the week? Here’s Inman Top 5, the most essential stories, according to Inman readers. Continue reading

The website is just the start: SEO strategies for real estate

Marketing expert Jon Krabbe offers guidelines for ensuring that your website isn’t just beautiful — but also easy for potential clients to find. Continue reading

The proptech startup media guide: Strategically leverage paid media

Marci James’ Proptech Marketing Guide series concludes with strategies for building a more resilient marketing engine that can weather market fluctuations and competitive pressures. Continue reading

Trending: Mixed signals, faster Reels and evolving replies

From reposts and Reel replies to shifting platform priorities, Jessi Healey breaks down how social media is evolving—and what it means for visibility, strategy and control. Continue reading

Tool Kit: The Golden Girl’s guide to winning the Silver Tsunami

Explore the ageism and challenges that women of a certain age face in this business, and learn how to best serve clients who are 50-plus with trainer Rachael Hite. Continue reading

31 years of brutally honest truths boiled down to under 1,200 words

Success is inevitable, Jimmy Burgess writes, when you’re coming from a place of service and value-added client care. Continue reading

Broker Spotlight: Joao Mucciolo, The Agency Nicaragua

Find out how this broker built a career blending local market knowledge with a global perspective as he seeks to position Nicaragua as a top destination for buyers worldwide. Continue reading

Fathom Realty now offering agents 20% commission split option

Elevate program offers higher level of services, including “done-for-you marketing,” lead generation and transaction management, in exchange for what the company considers to be a low split. Continue reading