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3 must-have skills for building rapport with real estate clients

Jul 23, 2024

By building rapport, The Agency's John Antretter writes, agents can not only secure immediate business but also build a network of loyal clients who will return and refer others for years to come.

Keller Williams hits milestone: $2B in profits shared with agents

Jul 22, 2024

The company celebrated during a live "growth call" with leaders from more than 1,000 franchisees in the U.S. and Canada. Nearly 150 KW agents have earned more than $1 million in lifetime profit share.

Former Burger King CEO snags $17M Emory Roth penthouse

Jul 22, 2024

Daniel Schwartz, former chief executive of Burger King, stepped away from the fast-food giant in 2019. Now, he's stepping into a $17 million penthouse.

Eyeing next refi boom, lenders plan to maintain or grow payrolls

Jul 22, 2024

Lending industry leaders surveyed by Fannie Mae see the lack of housing supply as the biggest risk factor in 2024, but most expect refinancing to pick up next year if rates continue to fall.

Sidekick, OneKey MLS agree to new tech partnership

Jul 22, 2024

New York’s OneKey MLS has selected AI productivity solution Sidekick to be a new software option for its members.

Michael Valdes leaves eXp to lead LPT Realty global division

Jul 22, 2024

After four years at eXp Realty, Michael Valdes is moving to LPT Realty. After surpassing 10,000 agents in the U.S., the Florida-based brokerage is ready to expand internationally, executives told Inman.

OpenAI CEO sues developer over $27M ‘lemon’ he bought in 2020

Jul 22, 2024

OpenAI boss Sam Altman sued embattled developer Troon Pacific over shoddy workmanship that allegedly included defects in a pool's waterproofing and a so-called "Batcave," according to reports.

Sagent hires Mr. Cooper vet Jaime Gow to grow new servicing platform

Jul 22, 2024

In what's shaping up to be transformational year for the company, Sagent has revamped its leadership and launched Dara platform to handle every phase of mortgage loan servicing.

Lesson Learned: Cultivate trust and respect with competitors

Jul 22, 2024

Find out how NYC agent Andrea Saturno-Sanjana puts her unique skillset and global perspective to work in serving clients and connecting with colleagues.

A pivotal moment: Take the Inman Intel Index survey for July

Jul 22, 2024

The Inman Intel Index goes beyond sentiment and trends by tapping into the industry's most engaged community. Add your voice to real estate's most ambitious monthly survey today.

The analyst who predicted a 30% fall in commissions has more to say

Jul 22, 2024

Veteran KBW analyst Ryan Tomasello will be talking about the "watershed moment" that could lead to consolidation and innovation across the real estate industry at Inman Connect Las Vegas.

Homebuyers dig the NAR deal until they learn the details: Intel survey

Jul 22, 2024

Even if the settlement brings down commissions overall, buyers grow warier the more they learn about what the policy means for them, according to the latest Inman-Dig Insights consumer poll.