Mauricio Umansky: To be great, ‘you have to dare to be bad’

The Agency CEO this week predicted more change ahead for the real estate industry, said agents are angry, and argued in favor of raising the bar for obtaining a real estate license. Continue reading

NAR’s speech code was enacted to protect Realtors. Why kill it now?

After the election, Rob Hahn called for repealing NAR’s speech ethics code on his popular blog. Trainer Rachael Hite argues that now is the time to double down on 10-5 to protect all consumers. Continue reading

8 steps to launching your personal brand as a new real estate agent

Developing your personal brand, coach Darryl Davis writes, provides you with the opportunity to connect with your ideal client and convey your authenticity and expertise. Continue reading

13 ways to weave connection and community into your business

Each of these actions, Debra Trappen writes, offers a meaningful way to connect with your community and contribute to a more resilient, compassionate and prosperous world. Continue reading

Rental Beast to help Realtor.com devour lease market

Realtor.com selected Rental Beast to power an online rental application, lease processing and applicant experience initiative, making a strong statement about the impact of renters on the current market. Continue reading

Healthy FHA reserves justify premium cuts, lenders say

Private mortgage insurers are hoping to head off another FHA premium cut, like the 35 percent reduction approved last year by the Biden administration that’s project to save homebuyers $5.1 billion over 10 years. Continue reading

ICYMI at NXT: 3-way agreement and a national MLS? The Download

As NAR’s members and leaders met up, the industry’s biggest question marks took center stage amid a mix of opinions and perspectives. Continue reading

The ‘luxurification’ of the West faces its growing pains

As “Yellowstone” sunsets this year, Inman took a look at some of the factors that have contributed to the “luxurification” of Western resort towns and asked agents about finding market balance for the haves and have-nots. Continue reading

Ty Warner’s Four Seasons Hotel NY reopens as city’s priciest stay

The hotel is reestablishing itself as the city’s priciest hotel, with rates reaching $80,000 per night for its opulent Ty Warner penthouse suite, the “New York Post” reported Thursday. Continue reading

NAR settlement, 3-way agreement, 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