7 tips for guiding homebuyers through the VA loan process
Are your clients considering a Veterans Affairs home loan? Let Clever Real Estate’s Luke Babich walk you through the most common pain points to help ease the process for your buyers
by Luke Babich Sep 18
A piece of chocolate cake being removed from the whole
Law professor estimates the plaintiffs' law firms are asking for only 3% of the total value of the deals when 'historic' business practice changes are taken into account
by Andrea V. Brambila Sep 17
Oregon real estate brokerages merge under RE/MAX banner
Announced Friday, the merger will unite RE/MAX Key Properties and West + Main Homes Oregon. The new company will tout the RE/MAX name and resume operations with nearly 90 agents
by Jim Dalrymple II Sep 17
Fathom Realty agrees to pay $2.95M to settle commission suit
In a statement, the real estate brokerage denied wrongdoing and said it had agreed to settle with plaintiffs in an attempt to move on and continue to grow the business
by Taylor Anderson Sep 17
How can I really be sure sellers will pay the buyer's agent (me)?
Opinion
The new commission rules are confusing. Compliance expert Summer Goralik unpacks whether it’s possible to confirm if a seller is willing to compensate buyer’s agents
by Summer Goralik Sep 17
Frustrated? Here's why leaving NAR won't solve the problem
Despite its problems, brokerage CEO Sean Frank writes, NAR membership is still the logical option for real estate professionals
by Sean Frank Sep 17
How to limit the cost of the nibble (and win the negotiation)
Whether it’s buyers trying to nickel and dime your sellers or sellers asking for a piece of your commission, trainer Bernice Ross writes, the key is to put your foot down and say no
by Bernice Ross Sep 17
6 must-have safety tools to protect and boost your business
Opinion
If you want to add to your safety and security toolbox, build value, protect your clients and stay safe in the field, check out these recommendations from Tracey 'The Safety Lady' Hawkins
by Tracey Hawkins Sep 17
Just letting off steam? Agents lash out at NAR in post-deadline survey
In the wake of the Aug. 17 deadline, a rising share of agents told the Inman Intel Index they were frustrated with industry trade groups and have considered leaving real estate. Will it all blow over?
by Daniel Houston Sep 16
10 proven secrets for negotiating face-to-face
Whether you’re negotiating on behalf of buyers or sellers, in person or via Zoom, these 10 tips will help you be a better negotiator, which has never been a more critical skill, Bernice Ross writes
by Bernice Ross Sep 16
Need a productivity reset? Try these time management tactics
September is the perfect time to generate a supernova of change. Prepare to thrive well before 2025 arrives using these time management and productivity hacks from trainer Rachael Hite
by Rachael Hite Sep 16
How risky is it to be a real estate agent? The Download
Wire fraud, cybercrime, personal safety — this Realtor Safety Month it's a good idea to ask the question, 'How safe are you, really?'
by Christy Murdock Sep 14
Meet Emmy-winning reality TV star and agent Mercedes Javid
The Emmys were Sunday night, and 'The Traitors' won. Get to know cast member, former star of Bravo’s ‘Shahs of Sunset’ and 20-year real estate veteran Mercedes ‘MJ’ Javid
by Dani Vanderboegh Sep 13
Clear Cooperation, winning offers, transparency truth: Inman 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
by Dani Vanderboegh Sep 13
Inman Power Wheels: Elite 8 best agent autos go head-to-head
Inman's Power Wheels bracket contest rolls on with the top 8 best ride options for real estate agents on the move
Curbio to pay $7.5M to settle Washington DC fraud lawsuit
The pre-sale home renovation company denied all allegations and said it decided to settle to focus on its path forward. Attorney General Brian Schwalb called it a win for consumers
by Taylor Anderson Sep 12