EXp Realty recruits The Quintin Group away from Keller Williams
Led by founder Jeff Quintin, The Quintin Group has departed Keller Williams for eXp Realty after 8 years with the Texas-based franchisor. The 15-agent team boasts a lifetime sales volume of $1B
by Marian McPherson Dec 23
Douglas Elliman of California and former escrow head settle lawsuits
The lawsuits between the brokerage company and Portfolio Escrow's Bill Grasska alleging kickbacks by high profile brokers, which were launched in October, are now resolved
by Lillian Dickerson Dec 23
The rich get richer? How NAR’s deal is widening the commission gap
For most, the rise of negotiated compensation for buyer's agents hasn't dramatically pushed down commissions — yet. But new rules may be benefiting top performers, new Intel polling shows
by Daniel Houston Dec 23
Stay tuned: The tumult of 2024 leaves real estate on a cliffhanger
What will happen with the commission litigation? Which companies may merge? How will consumers behave? The only thing that's certain is that real estate's next episode will be big
by Jim Dalrymple II Dec 23
5 mindset shifts the pros will be making in 2025
Every top producer is just a new agent who refuses to give up, broker Joseph Santini writes. Learn from the attitudes and habits of top producers to get 2025 off on the right foot
by Joseph Santini Dec 23
Will anybody win the Clear Cooperation fight? The Download
Industry heavyweights continue to weigh in on the future of the Clear Cooperation Policy. What's your take?
by Christy Murdock Dec 21
Alexander brothers kept in custody after Friday court appearance
Oren and Alon will be held in federal custody at least until their detention hearing on Dec. 30. The US said in a new filing that Tal's motion to reopen his detention hearing 'should be denied'
by Lillian Dickerson Dec 20
Sherry Chris steps down from advisory role at Anywhere
A year and a half after transitioning from her chief executive position to an advisory role, Chris announced that she's 'on to a new adventure'
by Richelle Hammiel Dec 20
Redfin commission model drawing more, better agents: Jason Aleem
Aleem, Redfin's chief of real estate services, also said the agents who have joined since the company adopted a commission model are making more money
by Jim Dalrymple II Dec 20
News Knockout: Commission lawsuits settlement tops 2024
No story could surpass the industry-shaking news of NAR agreeing to settlement terms in the wake of antitrust commission lawsuits that would forever reshape how agents do business
by Lillian Dickerson Dec 20
Clear Cooperation, commission countdown, charges: 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 Dec 20
24 gifts real estate agents actually really want for Christmas this year
Opinion
Forget gadgets and swag. According to team leader Carl Medford, what Realtors really want right now are well-behaved children at open houses, punctual contractors and, well, an end to 2024
by Carl Medford Dec 20
Making the move from top producer to CEO
If you're looking to take on leadership opportunities and move up to a higher level professionally, Radius' Jamie Crain writes, here are the mindset and prractice shifts you need
by Jamie Crain Dec 20
These 5 marketing events will help move the needle on your listing
Make each property listing memorable when you create events that are designed to get your listing seen and sold, Coldwell Banker Warburg's Kevelyn Guzman writes
by Kevelyn Guzman Dec 20
Hilton & Hyland brings on Steve Katz as managing director
Katz joins the firm from Anywhere Integrated Services, where he worked exclusively with Sotheby's as the brand's primary services manager for greater LA since 2022
by Lillian Dickerson Dec 19
Broker Spotlight: Michelle Valverde, BHGRE Viridis Properties
Find out how this young, first-generation Filipino-American entrepreneur worked her way up from receptionist to broker-owner
by Dani Vanderboegh Dec 19