Real estate marketing 2.0 seeks to double down on attention economy

New entrants, including Métier Maison and Luxboro, are deploying AI and other technology tools to enhance marketing content and videos amid a challenging time for the housing market. Continue reading

Home of serial killer ‘The Grim Sleeper’ at center of buyer lawsuit

Homebuyer Suyeon Park alleges the agents and brokerages on both sides of the deal failed to disclose the serial killer owned and lived in the home and contact from the murderer’s “deranged fans.” Continue reading

Can tariff walkbacks keep the economy humming? Economist

Windermere Economist Jeff Tucker looks at how tariff walkbacks may signal that some of the Trump administration’s potentially damaging policy changes could be reversed. Continue reading

Yes, another social media panel — because it’s important for business

Angel Nicolas, Tiffany McQuaid and Jonathan Vega’s different approaches to the marketing tactic show that there’s no one-size-fits-all approach when it comes to finding success through social media — aside from committing to it. Continue reading

Are private listings ‘steering’? Inman panelists debate

NextHome’s James Dwiggins argued during Inman On Tour Miami that Compass is “steering” clients. Compass’ Mark McLaughlin said Compass clients aren’t being “duped.” Continue reading

Compass hauls aboard Annapolis-based luxury team Anchored Home

Compass is continuing its hot growth streak, this time pushing further into Maryland with the addition of Annapolis-based real estate team Anchored Home, formerly known as Stahley Thompson Homes. Continue reading

Village to take Pope Leo XIV’s former home via eminent domain

Weeks before the current owners planned to sell the home in Dolton, Illinois, by auction, the Chicago suburb announced it would take ownership with its eminent domain powers. Continue reading

Spanish court rules against Airbnb, orders shutdown of 66K listings

The short-term rental platform vowed to appeal the ruling on Monday and said it would keep the listings active while it battles the latest push to enact strict rules amid an acute housing shortage. Continue reading

The silent weight of success: How to ensure top producers feel valued

Let’s build cultures that protect joy, promote clarity and value contribution in all its forms, Stacey Soleil writes. That’s not just smart business. That’s leadership. Continue reading

7 critical questions to ask before opening an expansion office

Troy Palmquist taps Charlotte, North Carolina, real estate CEO David Hoffman to share the lessons he gleaned from opening a new expansion office. Continue reading