Commission chaos has disrupted real estate’s status quo in unique ways in 2024, but social issues have been the reason for more political donations from agents, according to an analysis by Inman. Continue reading
Trade group says plaintiffs’ complaint over “compulsory” Realtor membership to access the MLS is “nothing more than a desire to have membership benefits without membership.” Continue reading
The share of recently bought homes that went to first-time homebuyers fell to less than 1 in 4 between July 2023 and June 2024, according to a new report. Continue reading
The brokerage’s efforts to build a powerful exclusive catalog of listings unifies many of its recent efforts — including now the debut of a multiphase marketing strategy. Continue reading
Zillow Chief Industry Development Officer Errol Samuelson discussed NAR’s no-commingling rule and Clear Cooperation — and how the fight to save the latter is key to preserving consumer choice. Continue reading
The proposed settlements seek to cover too many claims for too little money and let too many in the industry have a “free pass,” more than a dozen homesellers argued ahead of a Nov. 26 decision. Continue reading
Easing mortgage rates and increased inventory in September undercut buyer anxiety from the previous months, leading to a 7.6 percent month over month increase in contract signings. Continue reading
Rory Golod, Compass’ president of growth and communications, spoke to Inman about Clear Cooperation, commission settlements, franchising and much more. Continue reading
Tanya Monestier says the settlement “reinforces the existing system of seller-paid inflated compensation while pretending to eliminate it” as attorneys walk away with $333 million in cash. Continue reading
Whether you’re planning to attend this year’s NAR NXT or simply follow Inman’s coverage of the event, we want to know what would you like to see the trade group focus on next? Continue reading