Tracy Tutor sues Oren Alexander as jury deliberates federal case

The luxury broker and “Million Dollar Listing” star alleged she was drugged by Oren Alexander and sexually assaulted by him and another unnamed man during a Douglas Elliman recruiting event in 2014. Continue reading

New strategic partnerships yield 2 new AI platforms

AI platform Purlin and offer negotiation marketplace Final Offer have merged to create an all-encompassing, end-to-end AI platform, while celebrity agent James Harris has teamed up with Afterpay co-founders to launch the residential real estate AI oper… Continue reading

MDLLA’s James Harris and David Parnes announce business split after 13 years together

The “Million Dollar Listing LA” alums knew each other from their days working in London real estate and proceeded to build a business together as Bond Street Partners while at The Agency. Continue reading

Tracy Tutor and her team leave Douglas Elliman for Compass

The Tracy Tutor Team expanded operations into Texas in 2022 and now hold a portfolio of nearly $550 million in listings. Tutor said the move will help solidify her hold in California and Texas while presenting an opportunity to grow into other markets. Continue reading

Moves and shakeups made 2024 a big year for real estate reality TV

The landscape of real estate reality TV saw some major shifts in 2024 as legacies departed the space and new strong players emerged. Here’s a rundown of the highlights and what we’re watching for in 2025. Continue reading

Douglas Elliman of California and former escrow head settle lawsuits

The lawsuits alleging kickbacks by high profile brokers, which were launched in October, are now resolved. Founder and former CEO of Portfolio Escrow Bill Grasska said he is “committed to ensuring my name remains synonymous with integrity and excellence.” Continue reading

Josh and Heather Altman leaving ‘Million Dollar Listing Los Angeles’

Power couple calling it quits after 13 years and 11 seasons on the hit reality real estate show. “We were babies when we started the show,” Josh Altman told “People.” Continue reading

Altman Brothers expand to Arizona with Grigg’s Group partnership

A new boutique luxury brokerage called Grigg’s Group Powered by The Altman Brothers builds on a decade-long relationship the team formed with Paradise Valley-based team leader Scott Grigg, Inman has learned. The firm will serve Paradise Valley, Scottsd… Continue reading

Timothy Di Prizito joins AKG | Christie’s International Real Estate

The former GM of Joyce Rey’s team at Coldwell Banker said he is ready to spread his wings and likes what he sees when it comes to Aaron Kirman’s success in growing his team, Di Prizito exclusively told Inman. Continue reading

‘Million Dollar Listing LA’: What to watch for on the ‘most dramatic’ season yet

We caught up with Josh Altman ahead of Thursday night’s premiere to dish on what makes this season the “most dramatic yet.” Here are a few things that make this season worth a watch. Continue reading