‘Irrebuttable’ sales claims trap brokerages in settlement limbo

Several brokerages reported transacting over $2 billion in sales in 2022. After the NAR settlement made that an undesirable number, some are stuck and trying to figure out how to move forward. Continue reading

MaverickRE ushers in the era of AI sales coaching: Tech Review

MaverickRE is an artificial intelligence solution for helping train and analyze the performance of real estate sales professionals. Continue reading

11 things to know before launching as a luxury real estate agent

If you’ve been looking to position yourself within the luxury niche, luxury consultant Chris Pollinger writes, the journey will be both challenging and, potentially, rewarding. Continue reading

Nan & Co launches auction division with FasciaBlaster mansion

Houston-based Nan & Company Properties has launched an auction division, with the initial bidding centered on a Friendswood mansion, the company announced. Continue reading

Regulators modernizing giant database of mortgage pros

Launched in the midst of the 2008 financial crisis to weed out bad actors, the Nationwide Multistate Licensing System & Registry (NMLS) is scheduled to be updated this weekend as part of a long-term modernization project. Continue reading

SERHANT. welcomes the True North Team from Compass

The firm also recently brought on former Corcoran Rookie of the Year Eric Shostak, in addition to the top-earning team, Inman has learned. Continue reading

Yes, you can talk politics on social media. Here’s how

Is it still impolite to talk about politics? Maybe not, and social media expert Jessi Healey says talking about it might gain you more followers than you think. Continue reading

7 things that are a complete waste of time (but agents still do them)

Are you spending time on things that simply don’t matter to your professional growth or the growth of your business? Jimmy Burgess offers a list of things you may be doing that are counter-productive. Continue reading

Southernmost home in US hits market for $18.5M in Key West

Built in 1958, the mid-century home is a historical landmark. The estate is owned by Cecilia Joyce Johnson, the widow of late American artist Seward Johnson II, who passed away in 2020. Continue reading

Coldwell Banker adds generative AI to Listing Concierge platform

With its new capabilities, the platform will allow agents and concierge coordinators to automate the generation of listing descriptions, image captions and property attributes “in minutes,” the firm told Inman. Continue reading