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A broker left out of NAR settlement gets candid: ‘I’m still pissed’

Feb 4, 2025

First Team CEO Michele Harrington's company just settled a commission suit. But while speaking to Inman, she was critical of the way the suits, and NAR's involvement, have played out.

The future of the MLS: A proposed path toward a national network

Feb 4, 2025

Achieving a national multiple listing service should be our top priority as Realtors, Michigan-based @properties Christie’s International Real Estate broker Chris Marzke writes for Inman.

Educate yourself and your clients about the impact of Trump tariffs

Feb 4, 2025

Protect your peace, power and profits, coach Darryl Davis writes, and provide the guidance your clients need to navigate the latest economic movements.

What’s next for fair housing in an anti-DEI era?

Feb 4, 2025

Protecting fair housing must be a non-negotiable part of building a more inclusive and equitable future, Keller Williams' Julia Lashay Israel writes.

How to navigate a buyer’s cold feet without derailing the deal

Feb 4, 2025

Buyers may cancel a purchase at the last minute due to anxiety about the market, trepidation about taking on financial obligations or a nagging feeling that a more perfect home might be out there, Luke Babich writes.

Compass launches ‘Compass One’ client portal and dashboard

Feb 3, 2025

The new portal went live on Monday as debates over Clear Cooperation have come to a peak. It will allow clients access to Compass exclusives, and to track transactions.

Homebuilders warn they’re facing a 40% tariff on Canadian lumber

Feb 3, 2025

In renewing a call that building materials be exempt from tariffs, trade group notes that more than 70 percent of imported softwood lumber and gypsum used for drywall comes from Canada and Mexico.

Orchard blooms in 2 new markets — Nashville and Phoenix

Feb 3, 2025

Orchard customers can choose to “move first” using a buy-before-sell structure or seek a fast cash-offer sales scenario, as well as select a traditional sales process.

Corcoran adds trending listings feature to website

Feb 3, 2025

The new feature, which the brokerage calls "like Netflix for real estate," highlights for homebuyers trending properties based on unique views, interactions and leads, the firm has informed Inman.

Appeals court will let DOJ speak in REX case against NAR, Zillow

Feb 3, 2025

Attorney Alice A. Wang of the DOJ's Antitrust Division will appear at oral arguments in the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit on Feb. 13.

Compass to launch ‘Compass One’ client portal and dashboard

Feb 3, 2025

The new portal, which goes live on Tuesday, launches as debates over Clear Cooperation have come to a peak. It will allow clients access to Compass exclusives, and to track transactions.

87% of mortgage lead gen comes from referrals and past clients

Feb 3, 2025

When it comes to mortgages, Mike DelPrete writes, online lead generation is certainly a piece of the puzzle, but it pales in comparison to the power of referrals and existing relationships.