Douglas Elliman revenue declines in the face of luxury housing shortage

Douglas Elliman’s revenue declined in Q2 as the housing market — particularly the luxury sector — struggled with slower activity, the company said in its third earnings report as a public company. Continue reading

Looking to acquire a brokerage? Don’t ask ‘Are you for sale?’

Scott Wright of Real Trends Consulting told an audience at Inman Connect Las Vegas on Thursday that acquiring a brokerage is a lot like recruiting agents. Continue reading

RE/MAX grows in Q2 despite downgrading 2022 housing outlook

The real estate franchise giant posted higher revenues and expanded profits even as the company downgraded expectations amid a slowing market, according to an earnings report Thursday. Continue reading

Fathom Holdings doubles revenue in Q2 as mortgage business struggles

The brokerage’s revenue grew 52 percent annually during the second quarter, reaching $128.2 million, up from $84.2 million, according to an earnings report released Thursday. Continue reading

Redfin’s profits decline in Q2 despite uptick in revenue

Redfin reported $606.9 million in second-quarter revenue, a 29 percent increase compared to the second quarter of 2021, in an earnings report released Thursday afternoon following the close of markets. Continue reading

Keller Williams Q2 revenue rises 1% to $146.8B amid inventory woes

Market headwinds clobbered Keller Williams transaction volume for the third consecutive quarter, according to earnings Thursday. However, sales volume and agent count remained steady. Continue reading

Laying off brokerage staff amid a downturn? Think twice

There are ways that brokerages can cut costs during a market slowdown without risking its agent morale, according to brokers at Inman Connect Las Vegas on Thursday. Continue reading

Virtual brokerage Radius launches mortgage arm in California

The company’s move into mortgage lending comes on the heels of a $14 million Series A round led by Trulia co-founder Pete Flint’s NFX Ventures. Continue reading

Keller Williams President: Real estate has become consumer centric

Alongside RE/MAX President and CEO Nick Bailey, Keller Williams President Marc King also hinted Thursday at Inman Connect Las Vegas that KW may not be in a rush to begin selling shares to the public. Continue reading

Ready to launch your own brokerage? 5 reasons to start the countdown right now

If you are thinking of opening a new brokerage, there may be a million things on your mind. The Agency’s Chief Strategic Officer, David Walker has five key points to focus on before taking on the challenge. Continue reading