Compass negotiating to buy Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices

The deal is reportedly nearing the finish line, though the companies have not agreed on final terms. Continue reading

Reffkin slams MLS ‘monopoly’ amid Clear Cooperation debate

Compass CEO Robert Reffkin argued against Clear Cooperation Wednesday during an Inman on Tour session in Nashville while warning that “data is the new oil” amid predictions of a national MLS. Continue reading

Is it still possible to bootstrap a real estate business? Pulse

With mergers and acquisitions and the growing importance of team models, can a solo agent still start out with nothing and build an empire? Continue reading

What will Stone Point do with its investment in Keller Williams?

Private equity firm Stone Point Capital is seeking to grow Keller Williams and ultimately cash out, analysts told Inman. That expansion could come from new tech, an IPO, or something else entirely. Continue reading

Major scores, massive deals, more lawsuits: 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

Keller Williams takes on major investment from CoreLogic owner

CoreLogic parent Stone Point Capital is investing in Keller Williams as part of what the firms described as a plan to accelerate growth and fuel innovation, Inman has learned exclusively. Continue reading

Insight Partners, Stone Point finalize CoreLogic acquisition

Stone Point Capital and Insight Partners completed their acquisition of CoreLogic for $5.9 billion Friday. The company received offers from several other firms including CoStar Group. Continue reading