The leadership playbook: Stay ahead in a fast-moving market

In hypercompetitive, low inventory markets, brokerage President Jack Gross writes, success boils down to a few key principles: innovation, adaptability, a return to fundamentals and a commitment to agent education. Continue reading

Luxury brokerage Douglas Elliman is now in the mortgage business

Mortgage broker Elliman Capital, a “strategic alliance” with Associated Mortgage Bankers Inc., will offer traditional and specialty loan products “from multiple national and regional lenders.” Continue reading

Inman announces the 2025 Golden I Club finalists, celebrating the leaders in luxury real estate

Inman shines the spotlight on the industry’s top luxury agents and brokers by announcing its 2025 Golden I Club finalists. Continue reading

Why indie brokerages still matter

Dezireh Eyn, CEO of Platinum Properties in New York City, writes that independent brokerages understand their people, their markets and the relationships that make real estate run. Continue reading

Why high-end buyers are still spending big on luxury real estate

Wealthy consumers are looking for houses as they seek strategic investments and relative safety amid tumultuous times Continue reading

Compass names Altos Research founder as its 1st chief economist

Mike Simonsen will lead the brokerage’s market analysis and insights efforts. Simonsen stepped down from Altos in May. Continue reading

Why the luxury real estate market can feel optimistic for 2025

Luxury property is outperforming other residential sectors, as its appeal as a safe haven for wealth endures. Continue reading

Being a neighborhood expert isn’t enough anymore 

If your entire value proposition is “I specialize in this neighborhood,” then you’re putting a clock on your career, Coldwell Banker Warburg’s Kevelyn Guzman writes. Continue reading

Compass agrees to share its exclusive listings, with 2 caveats

Compass said it will share its 6,000-plus exclusive listings with brokerages and multiple listing services, as long as they don’t alter or monetize listings — or share listings with platforms that do. Continue reading

Finding Financial Freedom: Owning your money story is everything

Melanie Klein profiles Compass’ Cindy Scholz and her wealth-building journey for those who are just starting out and those who are seeking financial independence. Continue reading