The analyst who predicted a 30% fall in commissions has more to say

Veteran KBW analyst Ryan Tomasello will be talking about the “watershed moment” that could lead to consolidation and innovation across the real estate industry at Inman Connect Las Vegas. Continue reading

A pivotal moment: Take the Inman Intel Index survey for July

The Inman Intel Index goes beyond sentiment and trends by tapping into the industry’s most engaged community. Add your voice to real estate’s most ambitious monthly survey today. Continue reading

Dot your i’s and cross your t’s. The paper chase is here: The Download

Ed Zorn, Anthony Lamacchia and others weigh in on buyer agreements, commission sharing and everything you need to know about the new forms. Continue reading

20 phone etiquette rules every real estate agent should follow

Christy Murdock shares essential phone etiquette tips to enhance client relationships and close more deals. Learn the do’s and don’ts, preparation strategies and follow-up techniques in her comprehensive guide. Continue reading

LA broker Tyrone McKillen parting ways with Official

McKillen joined the firm in early 2023 to spearhead Official’s expansion into Los Angeles. His departure comes weeks after Official co-founders and brothers Oren and Tal Alexander stepped down in response to mounting sexual assault allegations. Continue reading

Disparity in agent splits evident in Northeast, Intel analysis reveals

These times have been hard on nearly every real estate business. But different parts of the country report unique challenges and business approaches, as illustrated by Intel’s monthly gauge of industry sentiment. Continue reading

EXp promotes Troy Palmquist to VP of growth and product marketing

Industry veteran and DOORA co-founder Troy Palmquist has been promoted from eXp’s director of growth to the VP growth and product marketing. Palmquist joined eXp in 2023. Continue reading

‘Irrebuttable’ sales claims trap brokerages in settlement limbo

Several brokerages reported transacting over $2 billion in sales in 2022. After the NAR settlement made that an undesirable number, some are stuck and trying to figure out how to move forward. Continue reading