Most homebuyers see a recession ahead. Some are even asking for it

Nearly twice as many Realtor.com visitors say they would be more likely to buy if a recession hits compared to the share who say they’d be less likely to buy if the economy fails, new polling shows. Continue reading

Zillow provides clarity on private listings rule — and when it rolls out

Zillow will send warnings about non-compliant listings beginning May 28, but enforcement won’t start until June 30. Agents will receive two warnings before their third non-compliant listing is blocked, executives said. Continue reading

Berkshire Hathaway names new president of HSF Affiliates

Vince Leisey, who is CEO of BHHS Ambassador Real Estate in Omaha, was named president of HSF Affiliates in the third leadership shakeup since rumors of a sale to Compass. Continue reading

Take the Inman Intel Index survey for May

Each month, hundreds of real estate agents, brokers, executives and investors report on what they’re seeing in their corner of the industry. Add your insights. Take the survey. Continue reading

Douglas Elliman CEO on private listings: ‘You have to offer choice’

Michael Liebowitz argued at Inman On Tour Miami that real estate agents’ job is to educate consumers and help them understand risks — but that those consumers should still have a choice in how they market their homes. Continue reading

Tracy Tutor claps back after reality TV remarks by Compass evangelist

The “Million Dollar Listing LA” star took to Instagram to criticize Compass Chief Evangelist Leonard Steinberg’s recent critique regarding how women in real estate are depicted on reality TV shows. Continue reading

Supply constraints are reshaping the multifamily market’s trajectory

Multifamily investing expert Michael Zaransky reflects on the deep structural divergence between housing demand and the system’s ability to deliver new units under current economic conditions. Continue reading

How to set up your digital profiles as a new real estate agent

Your digital presence is your storefront, and it’s open 24/7, Maris Callahan Messervey writes. Make sure it’s working for you, not against you. Continue reading

It’s time to take back our listings

Real estate pros have let tech platforms and restrictive policies chip away at agent value for too long, coach Darryl Davis writes. Let the people who earn the listing own the lead. Continue reading

Build relationships that last: Turn your SOI into a success pipeline

The more people know, like and trust you, industry veteran Terry LeClair writes, the more you’ll see your business and reputation flourish. Continue reading