Trump admin proposes massive overhaul of FHA, Freddie and Fannie

The Trump administration Thursday released a long-awaited plan to overhaul the way the U.S. government helps homeowners. Separate guidance from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development and the United States Department of the Treasury includ… Continue reading

What you should know about Facebook ads in 2019

What should agents know to make the most of their marketing budget and stay out of trouble in 2019? From crafting ads to avoiding fair housing issues, here’s the scoop. Continue reading

The Real Word: Redfin’s publishing buyer’s agent commissions

Watch Byron Lazine and Nicole White give a real estate agent’s perspective on industry-related topics. This week, now all Redfin-listed homes will publicly display the commission that sellers are offering to buyer’s agents. Continue reading

Want to make your mark in luxury? Conquer these essentials

How do you become the go-to agent in the competitive world of luxury real estate? Here are the six assets every luxury agent must master. Continue reading

WATCH: How to respond to common client objections

During a panel discussion at Inman Connect Las Vegas, experts shared their best advice for dealing with objections and challenges from clients, be they sellers or buyers. Continue reading

Agent in Compass team mutiny lawsuit files countersuit

A Washington, D.C., Compass agent who was accused in a lawsuit earlier this year of mutinying and trying to steal her former team leader’s business has hit back, denying any wrongdoing and filing a countersuit for millions of dollars. Continue reading

Former Realogy exec temporarily barred from Compass’ alleged ‘dummy’ job

A New Jersey judge granted a temporary injunction in a Realogy-filed lawsuit against a former executive who attempted to flee to Compass, allegedly in violation of his restrictive covenant agreement (RCA). The judge ruled that Compass was complicit in … Continue reading

Keeping It Real: Why year 1 is like 12 rounds of boxing

On this edition of “Keeping It Real,” a recurring podcast series on Inman, Peter Lorimer gives a truthful account of the first year of real estate and how to overcome the challenges.  Continue reading

Realogy makes major structural changes amid market stumble

The company is consolidating its Coldwell Banker operations, launching an expansion brands portfolio and carving out a new product and innovation footprint. Continue reading

Fake real estate agent used Trulia, Zillow to fleece renters: Police

Ricardo Gonzalez, 59, reportedly scoured the real estate sites for available rental properties and to collect broker fees. Continue reading