Flat-fee brokerage Homie makes remarkable pivot amid upheaval

The Utah-based disruptor “moved our real estate agents from W2 to 1099” while other “non-Homie” agents were laid off last week due to “role redundancy,” a Homie spokesperson confirmed to Inman. Continue reading

BHGRE’s 2nd largest franchise signs 10-year contract renewal

Amid an industrywide recruitment war, Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate has secured its largest contract renewal of 2024 with Atlanta-based BHGRE Metro Brokers. The 45-year-old brokerage is the second-largest franchise in the BHGRE network, with mor… Continue reading

Tim Rodland launches new Bahamas luxury brokerage

Rodland Real Estate, which operates across the archipelago, provides clients a private members portal with access to off-market properties. With the network Rodland has built over the years, the firm is particularly well-suited to aid newcomers to The … Continue reading

CoStar to acquire 3D scanning company Matterport for $1.6B

Matterport’s board of directors unanimously approved the deal, which will be finalized later this year. CoStar purchased its outstanding stock for $5.50 per share, reflecting a value of $1.6 billion. Continue reading

Real estate brokers didn’t fear the lawsuits — until NAR settled: Intel

Anxiety around commissions leaped to the top of the worries brokerage leaders face, pushing down concerns around inventory and competition, according to Inman Intel Index survey results. Continue reading

Let this pro planner help you create a stellar recruitment event

Event planning is about more than space and catering. Let Liane Dutton guide you through developing an effective call to action and measurable outcomes to ensure recruiting success. Continue reading

7 strategies to turn today’s bad economic news into more deals

Frustrated and anxious about economic conditions? Trainer Bernice Ross writes that, instead of waiting for change, agents can move forward with confidence by following these strategies. Continue reading

Agents maneuver a labyrinthine legal landscape: The Download

There’s been a heapin’ helpin’ of new developments in the commission lawsuits. Here’s how to pivot and  be ready for whatever comes next. Continue reading

‘RHONY’s’ Erin Lichy heads to Compass to launch new team

The reality TV star has left the Eklund Gomes Team at Douglas Elliman to start the Erin + Alex Team at Compass with the firm’s Alexandra Hedaya. The team will operate in New York, the Hamptons and Florida. Continue reading