RE/MAX agent count drops as revenue falls for 8 straight quarters
Franchisor reported its US agent count fell 6.3% during the second quarter as revenue fell 4.8% compared to a year earlier, according to its earnings report
by Taylor Anderson Aug 8
Broker Spotlight: Louis Adler, REAL New York  
Find out why broker and co-founder of REAL New York Louis Adler wishes more agents promoted themselves and harnessed the power of consistency
by Dani Vanderboegh Aug 8
ICYMI at Inman Connect Las Vegas: Broker edition
Discover key brokerage takeaways from Inman Connect Las Vegas that will help you enhance you practices, leverage technology and navigate the evolving real estate landscape
by Jessi Healey Aug 8
Tri-State Christie's Real Estate affiliate launches trusts division
Christie's International Real Estate Group has welcomed Howard Morrel and Leslie Hirsch to launch the Trusts & Estates Division to facilitate the sale of estates and trust-owned properties
Toronto-based Polsinello Team joins eXp Realty
Team lead Frank Polsinello said eXp Realty's commissions and benefits 'fit the bill perfectly' for the team's needs. The team was ranked No. 16 for RE/MAX Canada this year
The Agency brings on Jeff Davidson Group and more teams to SoCal
The former Compass team is the latest in a handful of teams to join The Agency in Southern California over the last few months. The team has over $750M in career sales volume
Corcoran HM Properties acquires Property Shop International Realty
The acquisition will allow Corcoran HM Properties to expand into Wilmington, Inman has learned. The firm's combined footprint now spans more than 160 agents across 6 offices
Auction site bids to attract buyers amid commission changes
'We offer a single-page, non-exclusive agency agreement with a flat $4,995 agency fee bonus if sellers provide compensation': Rock Smart Realty's RJ Timlin
by Craig C. Rowe Aug 8
How to leverage your first virtual assistant in real estate
Hiring a virtual assistant is about giving yourself leverage so that you have time to focus on income-generating activities and building relationships, coach Verl Workman writes
by Verl Workman Aug 8
Hanna fights back against homebuyer commission suit
Parent company of Howard Hanna Real Estate Services argues plaintiff agreed to a mediation clause and, as a buyer, doesn't have standing to sue under federal and state antitrust laws
Douglas Elliman sees revenue tick up in Q2 2024
The company's improved financial results no doubt came as a sigh of relief, as Elliman faced increasing pressure from shareholders because of its shaky performance in recent quarters
Zillow Group names Jeremy Wacksman as new CEO
After 5 years back at the helm, Zillow Group co-founder Rich Barton steps down as CEO. Former COO Jeremy Wacksman takes the reins as the company charges past 'Portal 1.0'
by Marian McPherson Aug 7
Matterport exec alleges she was fired for raising business concerns
Former sales executive Vinatha Kutagula filed a lawsuit in California alleging 'she was pushed out of the company because she raised concerns about illegal and unethical practices'
by Taylor Anderson Aug 7
Real Brokerage sees new highs in revenue, gross profit during Q2
The cloud-based brokerage saw surprisingly positive Q2 earnings results during a tough market. Chairman and CEO Tamir Poleg said the results were a testament to the firm's model
A piece of chocolate cake being removed from the whole
The Consumer Federation of America also tells consumers not to agree to pay an agent just to see a home, but to sign a touring agreement with no financial obligation instead
Redfin sees Q2 revenue rise, while losses remain nearly flat
The company's earnings report saw revenue climb 7% to $295.2M between April and June, but it also lost $27.9M — just a hair above its Q2 2023 loss
by Jim Dalrymple II Aug 6