A big week in M&A and the fate of Clear Cooperation: 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

Porch Group bolsters executive team as profits keep rolling in

Property insurance and home warranty provider announces four additions to its executive team to keep the momentum going after putting together two consecutive profitable quarters. Continue reading

The homeowner affordability crisis is about to explode due to ‘TI’

Soaring property tax and homeowners’ insurance costs have made homeownership less affordable than any time since the 1980s, Bernice Ross writes. Continue reading

How to keep your sellers in the loop when their house isn’t moving

Keeping sellers in the loop isn’t just about providing updates, coach Darryl Davis writes. It’s about reinforcing confidence and, more importantly, earning their trust. Continue reading

Invelo, the platform for marketing-savvy investors: Tech Review

Invelo is the new investor’s solution, an application for the strategic, tech-forward property buyer who doesn’t wait to be told about opportunities. Continue reading

Broker Spotlight: The Agency Port Townsend

Find out how this four-broker leadership team combines their decades of experience with a philosophy that prioritizes personalized support and exceptional service. Continue reading

Portuguese real estate agent inks $100M in sales. The twist? It’s a bot

A Christie’s International Real Estate franchise in Portugal, Porta da Frente Christie’s, has built an AI-fueled bot it’s billing as the world’s first AI real estate agent. What could possibly go wrong? Continue reading

Compass negotiating to buy Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices

The deal is reportedly nearing the finish line, though the companies have not agreed on final terms. Continue reading

Kamini Lane: It couldn’t ‘be a worse time’ to repeal Clear Cooperation

Coldwell Banker Realty CEO Kamini Lane wrote a “Newsweek” op-ed about protecting Clear Cooperation, telling consumers that a repeal of the policy would allow brokers to “actively hide” listings amid a long-lasting housing shortage. Continue reading