Zillow ignores ‘noise,’ jabs from CoStar, as revenue climbs

CEO Jeremy Wacksman told Inman the portal is focused on “ourselves and what we can control.” Zillow also said Thursday that 80 percent of home transactions involve one of its products Continue reading

How boutique brokerages can outpace big-box brands with value-added systems and programs

The most effective value-add programs go beyond marketing buzzwords, Rainy Hake Austin writes. They’re grounded in authentic service, tailored expertise and a clear understanding of what clients actually need. Continue reading

AI expert: Agents must harness AI or be replaced by those who do

The time is now to use existing artificial intelligence to your advantage, Kevin Hawkins writes in his new book. “You don’t have to worry about AI replacing you. You have to worry about agents using AI replacing you.” Continue reading

Compass’s Buyer Demand tool: breakthrough or déjà vu?

Troy Palmquist examines Compass’ newly announced tech tool and the debate between open and “walled garden” ecosystems. Continue reading

Which US cities are the most house poor? (And which are the least?)

U.S. Census data highlights which housing markets see homeowners spending the largest (and smallest) portions of their monthly income on housing. Continue reading

Your words are undermining your value. Here’s how to fix the problem

On this episode, former Realtor.com CEO and 50-year veteran Allan Dalton explains why words like “past client,” “listing agent” and “comps” are killing your value and offers smart replacements. Continue reading

Real estate has a leadership problem, not a people problem

This industry doesn’t need more agents, coach Lori Muller writes, it needs more leaders. Here are five ways to level-up your leadership for today’s tough market. Continue reading

Douglas Elliman begins expanding overseas

The boutique luxury firm is starting its global expansion with 14 offices and more than two dozen agents across Bordeaux, the French Riviera and Monaco, with three European luxury property vets to lead the way. Continue reading

Robert Reffkin: My commitments to Anywhere’s brands

In an Inman Exclusive, Robert Reffkin answers frequently asked questions about the Compass acquisition of Anywhere and how it will impact agents. Continue reading