Even if you’re a solo agent, it still pays to be a team player

You might work alone, but you weren’t meant to grow alone, broker and author Jessica Souza writes. Lean into collaboration and cooperation to boost your real estate career. Continue reading

Meme stock rally? Short squeeze? Opendoor’s share price is soaring

Opendoor, which posted a $392 million 2024 net loss and faced delisting from the Nasdaq Stock Market, is hoping to reach more sellers through partner real estate agents. Continue reading

Navigating awkward commission conversations: Now Streaming

Real estate coach Darryl Davis teaches you to navigate the sometimes tricky conversations surrounding commissions. Continue reading

Single-family permits and starts reach 11-month low in June

Negative homebuyer and homebuilder sentiment matched with growing economic uncertainty to stifle new construction in June, with single-family permits, starts and completions taking the biggest hit. Continue reading

Strategies, schemes and shenanigans: Inman’s Top 5

Looking for a quick catch-up on the buzziest stories of the week? Here’s Inman Top 5, the most essential stories, according to Inman readers. Continue reading

3 ways to protect the identity of a high-profile luxury homebuyer

Working with high-profile clients isn’t just about finding the perfect home, broker Kamran Zand writes. It’s about protecting their lifestyle, reputation and security. Continue reading

What real estate brokerages can learn from luxury hotel brands

Real estate companies have the opportunity to craft a distinctive client experience aligned with their brand, values, vision and mission, The Agency’s Rainy Hake Austin writes. Continue reading

This agent bought a home at 22. Now she helps Gen Z do the same

Gen Z is ready to purchase a home, but they need guidance and education, Atlanta-based Realtor Jessica Dudley writes. Here’s how you can help them achieve their real estate goals. Continue reading

EXp Realty exec tells agents to stop using bad photos

Wendy Forsythe also recently said agents right now need to adapt to longer listing marketing periods and offered some advice for today’s team leaders. Continue reading

Zillow slams Compass’ ‘hidden listing scheme’ in new court filing

The portal giant countered arguments Compass had made in its complaint alleging antitrust activity and more, and asked the court to deny a request for a preliminary injunction that would prevent enforcement of Zillow’s new listing standards. Continue reading