Opendoor ‘flipping the script’ by sending seller leads to agents

After pilot tests in 11 markets, iBuyer expands its Key Connections program that puts partner real estate agents in touch with “high intent” sellers who want to explore their options. Continue reading

Knocking at your door: How social responsibility shapes culture

By embracing service opportunities, The Agency’s Vice President of Vibes Makenzie Green writes, agents and brokerages can transform their professional influence into a force for meaningful change. Continue reading

Speaking at San Diego Connect is a mitzvah for Michael Liebowitz

The president and CEO of Douglas Elliman sat down with Inman to discuss some of the brokerage’s most recent exciting updates and said he doesn’t view speaking engagements as a chore, but more like a good deed. Continue reading

Judge whittles down Howard Hanna real estate commission lawsuit

No evidence of “horizontal agreement” among real estate brokerages to inflate commissions, but judge will hear arguments alleging a “vertical antitrust conspiracy” with NAR. Continue reading

Compass sues Zillow over private listings ban

The antitrust suit, filed Monday in the Southern District of New York, accuses Zillow of using anticompetitive behavior to “protect its monopoly and revenues in violation of the antitrust laws.” Continue reading

Take the Inman Intel Index survey for June

Each month, hundreds of real estate agents, brokers, executives and investors report on what they’re seeing in their corner of the industry. Add your insights. Take the survey. Continue reading

Struggling agents, 3 mins with Trump, ChatGPT revolution: 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

The price isn’t right? How to talk sellers through their concerns

Sellers don’t want the slickest pitch or biggest promise, coach Darryl Davis writes. They want guidance without pressure. Here’s how to talk them through pricing objections and win the listing. Continue reading

Sellers don’t care about your fancy CRM. They care how you use it

Broker and lead gen consultant Josh Ries shares strategies for demonstrating to sellers how your tech tools will get the results they’re looking for. Continue reading

Streaming: Recruiting rules of 3s

Tune in to Inman Access as Vija Williams, head of industry at Place, tells you how to develop a winning recruiting plan and implement effective productivity systems. Continue reading