Compass negotiating to buy Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices

The deal is reportedly nearing the finish line, though the companies have not agreed on final terms. Continue reading

Brokerages that oppose CCP don’t want transparency: Medford

We need a fully transparent system that favors the consumer, not the broker, team leader Carl Medford writes, so that buyers and sellers can feel confident when transacting real estate. Continue reading

Deeper than ChatGPT: How agents can leverage AI better in 2025

Tech experts and brokerage leaders explain how agents can expand their use of artificial intelligence tools and take a more thoughtful approach to the problems they want to solve with AI. Continue reading

Clear Cooperation favors free markets: Bess Freedman

Dismantling CCP entirely will negatively impact the industry, Brown Harris Stevens CEO Bess Freedman writes. The industry needs to “step up and do what’s right for buyers, sellers and agents alike.” Continue reading

Glennda Baker: Don’t chase viral moments. Be authentic

During her Tuesday session, “Building Your Brand: Taking Control of Your Real Estate Success with Video,” Baker shared the keys to branding success as an agent, authenticity and consistency, while weaving in personal stories about her own journey. Continue reading

LoanDepot shares slip on $67M Q4 2024 net loss, tepid Q1 outlook

While mortgage originations were up 34 percent from a year ago, to $7.2 billion, company executives said they don’t expect lending to surpass $5.5 billion in Q1 2025. Continue reading

Douglas Elliman wraps 2024 with hefty $76M net loss for year

The company squeaked out of 2024 with improved quarterly losses, even though net losses for the year were significant. CEO Michael Liebowitz expressed optimism for the firm’s future. Continue reading

The top 3 reasons to attend Inman Connect New York

Inman Connect New York is the place to be to understand how to navigate the current market and get insider guidance on what’s coming next. Continue reading