Mike DelPrete: Disruptive brokerage models gaining traction

The CEO tract at Inman Connect Las Vegas on Tuesday wrapped with proptech adviser and strategist Mike DelPrete telling an audience of his peers that legacy brokerages are facing an “innovator’s dilemma.” Continue reading

Successful agents show up, Robert Reffkin says in remote-work rebuke

During an Inman Connect panel on Wednesday, Compass’ CEO argued the brokerage’s in-person philosophy gives it an advantage over rival firms “charging the least and giving you the least.” Continue reading

Proptech spending expected to resume this year, investor says

“We remain bullish about an increase in activity over the back half” of 2023, Houlihan Lokey Managing Director Chris Hough said during a presentation Tuesday at Inman Connect Las Vegas. Continue reading

What agents want more of in 2024? Peace, harmony and better training

Ariana Gaffoglio of Official, Jason Mitchell of the Jason Mitchell Group and Compass agent Holly Meyer Lucas said collaboration and enhanced coaching are what agents desire in the new year. Continue reading

The commission suits are headed to court. What happens after that?

At Inman CEO Connect, Russ Cofano, James Dwiggins and Greg Robertson debated the changes that agents and brokers may see as a result of homeseller lawsuits and government interference. Continue reading

EXp Realty’s Claudia Inoa: ‘We don’t have to just be agents’

Real estate agent, podcast host, coach and event creator Claudia Inoa encouraged the Inman Connect Las Vegas audience Tuesday to be open to new opportunities. Continue reading

Thad Wong plans to grab more market share during downturn

“The part that I can’t control is the market, but I can control my market share,” @properties CEO Thad Wong said at Inman Connect Las Vegas on Tuesday. Continue reading

Verl Workman on changing ‘the way we develop our people’

Zeroing in on skills development and action are the most effective ways to ensure your brokerage or team stays productive during a down market, Verl Workman said Tuesday at Inman Connect Las Vegas. Continue reading

Stand out: Master social media and be ‘super f*ing authentic’

At Inman Connect, star brokers Josh Peters and Nile Lundgren shared the power of authenticity and dedicating yourself to a niche during a challenging real estate market. Continue reading

Locked in, or misinformed? How seller’s agents can allay client fears

Homeowners feel locked in and for good reason. But sellers should know the other side of the coin too, agents argued at Inman Connect. Continue reading