NAR settlement, 3-way agreement, Clear Cooperation: 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
by Dani Vanderboegh Nov 15
5 key steps for getting 5-star raving reviews on your service
If you want a positive review, writes mega-team leader Carl Medford, you need to earn it by far surpassing clients' expectations and communicating with them about the review process
by Carl Medford Nov 15
EXp suffers setback in bid for 'sweetheart' commission deal
A judge has denied the brokerage's request for a stay in the Gibson case, saying a tactic the company is accused of using to settle a different suit involves a 'collusive element'
by Jim Dalrymple II Nov 14
Dozens of homebuyers may join a Florida-based commission suit
The Lutz case names HomeServices of America and Douglas Elliman as defendants. A new filing would add 31 additional plaintiffs — some of whom are involved in other cases
by Jim Dalrymple II Nov 14
Samantha Giuggio named Fathom Realty president, COO transitions
Fathom Holdings has announced Samantha Giuggio as Fathom Realty president and Fathom Holdings chief operations officer, and Jon Gwin's appointment as chief revenue officer
by Richelle Hammiel Nov 14
NAR hit with new 3-way agreement suit as enrollment imbroglio builds
The antitrust lawsuit filed by broker John Diaz in US District Court in Los Angeles claims the membership agreement creates 'an anti-competitive monopoly over MLS services'
by Lillian Dickerson Nov 14
Broker Spotlight: Brian Hyser, The Agency Orlando
Find out how this managing partner combines white-glove service and a passion for teaching and mentoring agents to create a 'culture of success' within his team
by Christy Murdock Nov 14
Show team spirit by adding sports sponsorship to your marketing plan
Sponsoring a local sports team is about more than name recognition and mindshare, CEO Steve Kloetsch writes. It can provide tangible benefits via lead gen, recruitment and retention
by Steve Kloetsch Nov 14
SERHANT. expands to Atlanta with 9-person Atlas Group
The relatively new team made up of seasoned professionals has already made a big splash in Atlanta, ranking as the No. 5 medium team by sales volume, according to RealTrends
by Lillian Dickerson Nov 13
NYC Council passes bill to end broker fees for renters
The bill shifts responsibility for broker fees from renters to property owners in hopes of easing affordability woes. However, opponents say the bill will only raise costs for renters in the long run
by Marian McPherson Nov 13
Matterport posts $38.4M loss in Q3 as it spends for scale
During the first 9 months of the year, Matterport pulled in a total of $125.8M in revenue. Most of that is from recurring services and subscriptions
by Taylor Anderson Nov 13
Here are your biggest business challenges in the new normal
From changes to industry rules and regulations to economic hurdles and more, these are the biggest challenges you're facing right now and your plans for tackling them
by Inman Nov 13
'Unconstitutional' court order risks NAR deal on appeal: Professor
Contracts law professor Tanya Monestier, an objector in the NAR settlement, described Judge Stephen Bough's order compelling objectors to appear in person as a 'glaring appellate issue'
by Andrea V. Brambila Nov 12
Bend Sotheby’s group takes $100M team and launches new brokerage
Sam DeLay and Cole Billings led the No. 2 team in Bend for volume among medium teams and No. 1 for sides with 112 last year. They're launching their brokerage on the Side platform
by Taylor Anderson Nov 12
Compass rolls out second-home-focused network for agents
Compass Resort aims to provide referrals, collaboration and other resources to agents who work with clients focused on vacation properties and secondary homes
by Jim Dalrymple II Nov 12
Corcoran Group welcomes first Mexico-based franchise in Baja
Corcoran The Baja Real Estate Co., owned and led by Blake Harrington, has joined the brokerage's network and will serve the greater Cabo San Lucas market, executives announced Tuesday
by Lillian Dickerson Nov 12