Brokerages, portals react to NAR’s decision to save Clear Cooperation

Executives mostly applauded NAR’s decision to salvage the policy Tuesday, saying the trade group struck the right balance between reform and preservation. But the change didn’t satisfy everyone. Continue reading

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

Where real estate’s major players stand on Clear Cooperation Policy

Some real estate leaders say the focus on Clear Cooperation stems from the recent commission lawsuits. But other see a deeper question about brokerage profits at the heart of the issue. Continue reading

Is anyone ever ‘right’? The perils of predicting housing markets in 2023

Real estate decision-makers gathered in Palm Springs to plot the future of the industry at Inman Disconnect. It’s a tall task, several leaders proclaimed, including Vanessa Bergmark of Red Oak. Continue reading

Red Oak Realty taps former KW, Pacific Union leader as president

Nicole Aissa will oversee agent growth and development at Red Oak. She previously worked as an operating principal at Keller Williams. Continue reading

3 leaders reveal the ‘blessing and curse’ of the fall housing market

During their latest Connect Now appearances on Tuesday, Tommy Choi, Quintavius Burdette and Vanessa Bergmark share their unique challenges as the market shifts and how they’re preparing their clients for success. Continue reading

Splurge on your staff: Indie brokers share the importance of support

Independent broker-owners Jena Turner and Serena Lowden share the best way to budget and how investing in staff leads to a gold mine. Continue reading

Female agents: Stop waiting for permission to become a leader

A powerhouse group of female real estate leaders took the Inman Connect Las Vegas stage on Wednesday to share their stories and encourage other women in the industry to be empowered and step into their own as leaders. Continue reading

3 real estate leaders share how to hit the bullseye on your rebrand

Veteran chief marketing officer Cara Whitley and independent broker-owners Vanessa Bergmark and Kofi Nartey know firsthand the challenges and rewards of a successful rebrand. Here are their tips for getting it done. Continue reading