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The Compass-Anywhere deal is done. This Coldwell Banker agent has lingering questions

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As the merger closes quickly, Cara Ameer offers questions that still haven’t been answered and insights on the future possibilities. Continue reading →

Los Angeles broker, CEO and SoCal luxury icon John Aaroe dies

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Aaroe, who founded John Aaroe & Associates and the John Aaroe Group, was known as a cherished mentor and guiding light to Southern California agents. He passed away at the age of 73 on Tuesday. Continue reading →

The California Association of Realtors has a new leadership team

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In 2026, Tamara Suminski will serve as the president of CAR, which is among the largest state Realtor associations in the country. Mark Peterson and Nikki Coppa are also taking on new roles. Continue reading →

Inman is celebrating 30 years of community, and you’re invited

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For 30 years, Inman Connect events have been based on a simple belief: That big change happens when people come together. Continue reading →

Jason Oppenheim: ‘Epic’ real estate + big drama makes new ‘Selling the OC’ season the best yet

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In advance of its drop on Netflix on Wednesday, Oppenheim Group President Jason Oppenheim shared with Inman why the latest season of “Selling the OC” is the best one yet, and why the Newport Beach market is thriving. Continue reading →

Take the wheel: 5 tips to steer your marketing in the right direction

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Word of mouth is great, Stacey Ross Cohen writes, but in today’s ever-changing real estate landscape, a focused marketing plan is essential for long-term brand health. Continue reading →

Looking back at Aug. 17: Are agents better off than we were a year ago?

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No, the real estate world didn’t end a year ago with implementation of the terms of NAR’s commission settlement. However, it did change. Here’s how, according to Cara Ameer. Continue reading →

Keller Williams CEO: Private listings should be a ‘local decision’

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Chris Czarnecki also spoke with Inman about guiding agents through a tough market and the heartwarming ways he saw them pitch in to help Texas flood victims Continue reading →

Homes.com sent direct mailers to sellers across the country asking them to pay to ‘boost’ their homes

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Many agents have gathered in online forums to criticize the mailers as “unethical.” But Homes.com’s parent company says most agents are fine with them. Continue reading →

Century 21 CEO: Recruiting ‘is so ultra competitive right now’

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Century 21 CEO Mike Miedler knows recruiting and retaining agents is a big concern for brokers today. Next month, he’ll roll out a competition focused on bringing more agents and companies in house. Continue reading →