Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac subpoenaed in commission lawsuit

Plaintiffs in an antitrust lawsuit that could shake up the real estate industry have subpoenaed mortgage giants Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac, sharpening scrutiny of real estate commissions nationwide. The subpoenas were issued by the smaller of two bombs… Continue reading

Coldwell Banker to waive franchise fees in bid to boost diversity

A new program will allow real estate professionals who identify as minorities, LGBT, women or military veterans to start Coldwell Banker franchises without paying the normal franchise fee. Continue reading

Coldwell Banker to waive franchise fees in bid to boost diversity

A new program will allow real estate professionals who identify as minorities, LGBT, women or military veterans to start Coldwell Banker franchises without paying the normal franchise fee. Continue reading

Marijuana and real estate are gradually becoming intertwined

According to a new study by the National Association of Realtors, some members report an increase in residential property values near dispensaries in states where marijuana is legal. Continue reading

WATCH: The race to the consumer

Seasoned executives from three brokerages give ideas on how to best service agents and the consumer onstage at Inman Connect New York. Continue reading

Vacasa founder stepping down, former OpenTable chief to serve as interim CEO

The vacation rental giant has appointed former OpenTable CEO Matt Roberts as interim chief executive while it searches for a new permanent leader. Continue reading

WATCH: How to market your brand with skinny margins

Independents aren’t flush with cash, but they still need to market their brands to consumers. A panel of experts at Inman Connect New York gave advice on how to do just that. Continue reading

Trump administration proposes massive cuts to HUD

The President’s budget for Fiscal Year 2021 calls for the elimination of block grant programs and a reduction of HUD’s budget by 15 percent. Continue reading

WATCH: What you should know before expanding your team

Getting more business than you can handle and toying with the idea of adding a few more agents to the team? As discussed at the Inman Connect New York 2020 panel, the perfect real estate team doesn’t just fall from the sky — you need to take specific s… Continue reading