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

Evergreen Home Loans pursuing national expansion strategy

Bellevue, Washington-based Evergreen hires Wells Fargo and Bank of America veteran Andrew Leff as head of national business development as it continues to expand beyond its roots as a regional independent mortgage bank. Continue reading

West USA Realty commits to Zillow Group’s listing policy

One of Arizona’s largest brokerages, West USA Realty, has committed to following Zillow Group’s listing access standard. The firm is the third to formally support the portal’s ban on privately marketed listings. Continue reading

FirstTeam kicks off nationwide expansion in Idaho and Washington

FirstTeam Real Estate, an independent brokerage with roots in Southern California, is taking its success nationwide. The firm recently announced the launch of its nationwide expansion, starting with new offices in Idaho and Washington. More markets are… Continue reading

Streamline buying new homes with Virtuo: Tech Review

Inman’s tech expert Craig Rowe reviews Virtuo, software that brings together homebuilders, agents and buyers into a single ecosystem to ensure every stage of the purchase process remains connected. Continue reading

Build-to-rent homes hit record high in 2024 with no signs of slowing

In 2024, a record 39,000 single-family rental homes were completed, marking a 15.5 percent jump from the previous year, according to a Point2Homes analysis of Yardi Matrix data released Wednesday. Continue reading

These are the women who have moved me: Ginger Wilcox

According to the Better Homes and Gardens president, leadership isn’t just about what we accomplish individually. It’s about the way we show up for others, the opportunities we create and the impact we leave behind. Continue reading

New survey shows how far NAR must go to repair its image

The 1.5 million member trade group has a net favorability rating of –42.6 percent by all adults, according to a new survey conducted by ResiClub. Agents and brokers had a slightly rosier view. Continue reading

Arizona marks 1st move beyond East Coast for SERHANT.

The new market is launching with over 50 agents who represent more than $500 million in sales volume over the past 12 months and who will offer more than 100 listings to start. Continue reading

Bill Pulte confirmed to lead Fannie and Freddie’s federal regulator

Mortgage industry groups support the Trump administration’s picks to lead the FHFA and CFPB, but questions remain about the prospects for dramatic policy shifts at the agencies. Continue reading