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5 commandments of crowdfunding for beginning real estate investors

Aug 8, 2023

Crowdfunding disperses risk among a huge pool of real estate investors, and offers the possibility of unusually high returns, Clever Real Estate executive and Inman contributor Luke Babich writes.

ICE’s Black Knight acquisition nears resolution of antitrust issues

Aug 8, 2023

"Significant progress" in Federal Trade Commission negotiations have been reported since Black Knight's Empower loan origination system and Optimal Blue division were cut from the deal.

‘Buying Beverly Hills’ star: Don’t chase deals — chase relationships

Aug 8, 2023

David Kramer, Lisa Song Sutton and Jon Grauman, an agent featured on "Buying Beverly Hills," revealed how to drum up listings at Inman Luxury Connect in Las Vegas on Monday.

Plunk unveils Plunk Pro for up-to-the-minute housing market data

Aug 8, 2023

Plunk Pro offers investors, advisors and analysts access to real-time information on the housing market, the AI-powered home valuation and analytics company announced Tuesday.

The ultimate guide to Inman Connect Las Vegas 2023

Aug 8, 2023

So you've decided to join us at Inman Connect Las Vegas. Bravo! Here's a day-by-day breakdown of the conference along with some tidbits to get the most out of your week in Sin City.

Share your Inman experience. It’s an investment in your business

Aug 8, 2023

Sharing your Inman experience, or any real estate conference for that matter, on social media is actually a smart move, agent, host and comedian Karen Stone writes.

3 luxury agents share their climbs into higher price points

Aug 7, 2023

"Belong to the private clubs, golf at the best golf clubs," Jean Merkelbach, of Engel & Völkers said at Inman Luxury Connect. "Be where they are so they recognize you."

With off-market listings, sellers rarely know best, luxury agents say

Aug 7, 2023

Luxury real estate agents discuss the nuances of balancing sellers' wants and needs against MLS rules and ethical standards as it relates to off-market listings Monday at Inman Luxury Connect in Las Vegas.

Compass drives down losses, lifts agent count amid Q2 revenue slide

Aug 7, 2023

Compass' 2Q revenue dropped 26 percent year over year to $1.5 billion, according to an earnings call Monday. Despite lower revenue, the brokerage reached free cash flow positivity and slimmed net losses.

Luxury homebuyers and sellers need straight talk on the market

Aug 7, 2023

Luxury agents can earn points for authenticity by giving clients a clear picture of prices today's housing market will bear as long as it's backed by data, experts said Monday at Inman Luxury Connect.

Christie’s International Real Estate and tech company Modwell partner

Aug 7, 2023

The agreement provides 50 of Christie's International Real Estate's Masters Circle agents access to Modwell's proprietary and patented tech design platform to assist homebuyers in seeing a property's potential.

How luxury agents earn long-term business? By shooting straight

Aug 7, 2023

In a down market, clients might not like what agents have to say. But they need to hear it anyway, Frances Katzen of Douglas Elliman and Rachel King of SERHANT. agreed at Inman Luxury Connect.