Take the Inman Intel Index survey for December

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

5 reasons it’s more important to be ‘different’ than ‘better’

Being different is a commitment to authenticity, perseverance and purpose, broker-owner Nick Schlekeway writes. Continue reading

Tal Alexander and lawyers push to reopen his detention hearing

Tal’s parents offered a bond “in any amount secured by the entirety of their assets.” Meanwhile, Side filed a preliminary injunction against Oren and Tal, and the DOJ has asked Douglas Elliman for information about the brothers’ time at the firm. Continue reading

Why millions of Americans WANT the housing market to crash

Some renters think a crash would help them buy a home. But a surprising number of homeowners also think a major downturn would be a good thing, LendingTree survey finds. Continue reading

REBNY sues the City of New York to stop FARE Act enforcement

Three days after New York City’s Fairness in Apartment Rental Expenses (FARE) Act became law without the signature of Mayor Eric Adams, the Real Estate Board of New York (REBNY) has filed a lawsuit to stop the bill’s enforcement in June 2025. The New Y… Continue reading

Why recruiting more agents is killing your brokerage

Bringing in huge numbers of mediocre agents won’t make your brokerage better, luxury consultant Chris Pollinger writes. It will just lead to more headaches for you. Continue reading

News Knockout: Elite 8 stories of 2024 go head-to-head for your vote

Stories about the commission lawsuits settlement, industry practice changes and alleged bad behavior by luxury brokers emerged as winners by a landslide. Cast your vote now for the Final Four top stories of the year. Continue reading

Clear Cooperation critics miss ‘the forest for the trees,’ eXp CEO says

Ahead of his appearance at Inman Connect New York in January, eXp Realty CEO Leo Pareja told Inman that change is inevitable and that his “North Star” is improving the experience of his agents. Continue reading

Countdown as big chunk of $418M commission settlement comes due

As NAR’s spending comes under the microscope, an Inman analysis of financial filings shows how it doled out funds prior to 2023 — and the likelihood of membership dues rising in the coming years. Continue reading