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Lesson Learned: Stay true to yourself to attract your ideal clients

Aug 27, 2024

 Find out what Miami Beach luxury agent Anna Sherrill has learned as she's grown and what she'd tell a new agent just starting out in the business.

Top industry leaders aim to elevate the game at Inman Connect Austin

Aug 27, 2024

Real estate’s ultimate Texas gathering, Inman Connect Austin, touches down in the Lone Star state in October with a packed roster of industry heavyweights. Here's a preview of the guest list.

I’m a listing agent. Do I need buyer agreement proof before showings?

Aug 27, 2024

With confusion around the new commission rules, compliance expert Summer Goralik unpacks whether listing agents should verify signed buyer-broker agreements before showing a property.

What homebuyers can expect now: Mandatory consults, exclusive reps

Aug 27, 2024

As real estate's new reality takes shape, buyer agents are exploring new ways to streamline processes and communicate effectively with clients, The Medford Team CEO Carl Medford writes.

Realtors file suit against Move, NAR over ‘fake leads’ scheme

Aug 26, 2024

Eight Realtors are seeking class action status in their lawsuit against Realtor.com for allegedly selling unvetted and fraudulent buyer and seller leads. This is the third lawsuit against Realtor.com and parent company Move over its lead gen business.

HomeLight lands $20M, adds 40 new ‘Buy Before You Sell’ states

Aug 26, 2024

HomeLight is partnered with more than 10,000 loan officers and 28,000 real estate agents to offer Buy Before You Sell in 46 states and Washington, D.C. -- everywhere but Alaska, Massachusetts, New York and Rhode Island.

LPT Realty rolls out ‘Buyer Power Tools’ resource for agents, clients

Aug 26, 2024

The Florida-based brokerage's buyer-focused marketing and educational resources are made for agents in need of assistance as they pitch buyer representation services, executives told Inman.

David Copperfield’s final New York act? The disappearing owner

Aug 26, 2024

A lawsuit filed in New York this month alleges that Copperfield abandoned his penthouse in a state of disrepair, leaving the Galleria's other residents to deal with flooding apartments and common areas below the unit.

Pending starter home sales soar as first-time buyers return to market

Aug 26, 2024

Pending sales of starter homes surged 10.2 percent in July, reaching their highest point since October 2022 as mortgage rates began to decline, according to data released Monday by Redfin.

Compass launches new division for older real estate consumers

Aug 26, 2024

The launch comes as the Baby Boomers race into their elder years, creating what some observers have referred to as a "silver tsunami."

SERHANT. expands in Florida with Naples Concierge Group

Aug 26, 2024

The team addition will grow SERHANT.'s reach in Florida beyond existing markets of Miami, Tampa and Delray Beach. The firm has recently added 77 agents across all its markets.

Agent experience has always been paramount. Now, it’s even more so

Aug 26, 2024

Consider these three tips for showcasing experience, skills and trust to prospective customers.