A Chicago homeowner is the latest to allege NAR policies amounted to a conspiracy to keep commissions high for buyers; @properties vows to “vigorously defend” against the new lawsuit.
Category: Agent
3 ways to support diversity in the Hispanic real estate community
America’s population is continuing to change, writes Tina Lapp. Generate the highest level of success for diverse communities, whether they are new agents entering the field or clients looking to buy a home.
The best time for buyers in Manhattan to pounce? Right now
Manhattan has been experiencing a buyers’ marker since the summer of 2022, a new report argues, but the winds are about to shift.
The real estate agent’s ultimate guide to fair housing
Real estate agents play a vital role in creating a fair and inclusive housing market, writes Julia Lashay Israel. By understanding and adhering to fair housing laws, agents contribute to eliminating discrimination and promoting equal opportunities for all individuals.
3 top agents from Realogics Sotheby’s move to The Agency
As agents continue to reevaluate their brokerage affiliations heading into the new year, Seattle-based Sandra Hines, Blake Waggoner and Dave Janssens have all left Realogics Sotheby’s International Realty for The Agency.
Chicago landlord, business groups sue to block transfer tax hike
Voters are set to decide whether to increase the tax paid on real estate sales above $1M. Landlords and business groups say referendum violates the state constitution.
You sold HOW MANY houses last year? The Download
A “glut” of agents, low inventory and a down market mean part-timers now make up the majority of real estate professionals, according to the Consumer Federation of America. What does that mean for clients — and for the industry?
New York agent Scott Fava boomerangs back to Compass
Fava and his New York-based team are the latest agents to participate in a trend of leaving a brokerage, only to return some time later.
Robert Reffkin relinquishes stock unit awards for $7M cash bonus
An SEC filing showed the Compass CEO is letting go of $25 million in performance-based restricted stock unit awards in exchange for something a bit more tangible. His salary is also going up to $900,000.
And the biggest news of 2023 is … Inman’s top 10 stories of the year
Because we’re sure you remember these stories all too well, we’ll just get to it without further ado. Here are the top news stories of 2023, ranked by readership.