Family of slain Texas Realtor Ashlee Long demanding bail reform

The family of Ashlee Long, a 28-year-old Houston Realtor fatally shot during a night out in Dallas, is calling for urgent bail reform in Texas after her accused killer was released on bond, FOX 4 News KDFW reported. Continue reading

Once on a path for expansion, Homie now a shell of its former self

Utah-based discount brokerage once said it was the largest in the state and was on a path for 1,000 agents. A few years later, the company was sold and is rebuilding under new ownership. Starting with its 22 agents in 2 states. Continue reading

Former eXp agent is latest to sue brokerage over alleged assault

Kirsten Childress alleged she was drugged and sexually assaulted following a private event during eXp Shareholder Summit in May 2023. She is the sixth woman to make similar allegations in court. Continue reading

Top producer Patrick Southern joins SERHANT. in Hudson County

The Jersey City new development and brownstone expert was most recently affiliated with Coldwell Banker Realty. In the past year, he’s closed nearly $200 million in sales volume. Continue reading

Christie’s Real Estate names Gavin Swartzman as next president

Swartzman previously served for 11 years as CEO of Toronto-based Peerage Realty Partners. He is replacing former co-presidents Natalie Hamrick and Kevin Van Eck, Inman has learned exclusively. Continue reading

1 in 10 agents in Intel survey say they’ve seen tariffs blow up a deal

Agents and brokers are already feeling the impact of new trade policies, new Intel polling shows, an indication that the brokerage business might not be as insulated from tariffs as once thought. Continue reading

5 costly mistakes agents make with ChatGPT (and how to fix them)

Who better to help you improve your AI output than an AI? Bernice Ross talks with ChatGPT to find out what works best for optimal performance. Continue reading

How NAR, MLSs and Zillow use market power to serve themselves

Think these real estate industry mainstays are doing what’s best for members and real estate pros? Think again, authors and agents Hans and Steve Wydler write. Continue reading

The scroll-to-sold TikTok strategy to yield 10 closings in 120 days

Want more engagement on your next social media post? TikToker Courtney Benson and Jimmy Burgess tell you how to show up with authenticity and share the good, the bad and the ugly. Continue reading

Trending: National parks get spicy, TikTok gets inclusive

From thirst-trap conservation to alt text updates, the latest platform shifts prove that tone, clarity and inclusion matter more than ever. Jessi Healey breaks it down. Continue reading