NAR opts to keep Clear Cooperation but adds a new option

After months of debate, NAR announced Tuesday it will keep its policy requiring properties to be listed on an MLS within one day of marketing while adding new “delayed marketing exempt listings.” Continue reading

Real estate’s hottest hookups amid merger mania: The Download

Compression trumps competition as real estate industry heavyweights look for their perfect partners and set themselves up for strength and success in the years ahead. Continue reading

Ousted CEO speaks, merger rumors, DOJ weighs in: 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

Billion-dollar mergers, upheaval and a real estate reckoning

Billion-dollar deals aren’t just making headlines; they’re reshaping the industry, consultant Chris Pollinger writes. The subsequent impact will be felt by every agent, brokerage and homebuyer in the game. Continue reading

A big week in M&A and the fate of Clear Cooperation: 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

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

Reffkin slams MLS ‘monopoly’ amid Clear Cooperation debate

Compass CEO Robert Reffkin argued against Clear Cooperation Wednesday during an Inman on Tour session in Nashville while warning that “data is the new oil” amid predictions of a national MLS. Continue reading

Is it still possible to bootstrap a real estate business? Pulse

With mergers and acquisitions and the growing importance of team models, can a solo agent still start out with nothing and build an empire? Continue reading

Rocket: Redfin acquisition will cut consumer transaction costs by half

Rocket executives say that a whopping $20,000 in savings from unifying home search, buying, selling, mortgage, title and servicing could allay antitrust concerns and keep regulators at bay after the deal closes. Continue reading

Renting becomes sign of wealth as many opt against homebuying

A recent Redfin analysis of U.S. Census Bureau, MLS and county records from 2019 to 2023 found that in 35 of the 50 largest U.S. metro areas, wealthy renters are taking over the rental market. Certain cities, including San Jose, California; Raleigh, No… Continue reading