Brad Inman: Stop worrying about fitting in and follow your dreams

The entrepreneur and founder of Inman Group gets why people don’t want to stand out. But there’s also risk in letting dreams go unfulfilled, he told the audience at an Inman real estate conference in Austin. Continue reading

Compass appoints new head of investor relations

Compass has hired Soham Bhonsle as its head of investor relations, according to an announcement on Wednesday. In his new role, Bhonsle will be responsible for maintaining strong investor relationships and maximizing shareholder value. Continue reading

Meet the new owners of the Menendez family mansion

The Iranian-American Lahijani family is practiced in real estate investment, and acquired the property in March for $17 million. The family has reportedly begun a complete renovation of the home. Continue reading

Real estate is still processing Aug. 17 and Clear Cooperation

During a panel at Inman Connect Austin on Wednesday, Rachel Hocevar of Compass and Romeo Manzanilla of @properties Christie’s International Real Estate discussed the implications of industry shakeups. Continue reading

Realtor.com CEO Damian Eales urges caution on Clear Cooperation

Eales said the U.S. model of cooperation remains the gold standard — but declined to take a stance on NAR’s policy. “Beware what you wish for,” he said on Wednesday at Inman Connect Austin. Continue reading

Agents ‘not buying’ industry pleas to keep Clear Cooperation rule

Inman Connect Austin kicked off with a spirited debate about Clear Cooperation and the disconnect between brokerage leaders and agents over whether to keep it. Continue reading

Coldwell Banker, RE/MAX, eXp Realty swept up in Section 8 sting

A consumer watchdog filed complaints with California’s Civil Rights Department against 200 firms after an undercover sting found that the vouchers were refused repeatedly across the state. Continue reading

Super App stronger, Zillow acquires Virtual Staging AI

Another online space editor means the portal leader continues to focus on helping agents better serve sellers and buyers better grasp the potential of a prospective home. Continue reading

One-third of Americans enter the holiday season in the red

The verdict is typically split regarding how people feel during the holiday season. For many, it’s a joyful time with family and friends, but for others, it can feel overwhelming, especially when it comes to money and finances.  According to a new study conducted by Qualtrics on behalf of Intuit Credit Karma, nearly half of […] Continue reading